On This Day, Dec. 22: U.S. begins record 35-day partial government shutdown
On Dec. 22, 2018, the U.S. government began a record 35-day partial shutdown after the Senate was unable to agree on a funding bill.
SpaceX scrubs launch from Florida, but one lifts off from California
One of two scheduled Falcon 9 rocket launches lifted off early Saturday with one going off in California but aborted in Florida.
Women to play major role in rebuilding Syria says head of women’s affairs
Syria’s new head of women’s affairs has told Al Jazeera that women will play a major role in rebuilding Syria.
2025 cybersecurity forecast: Preparing for the next generation of threats
As we navigate an increasingly digital landscape, the threats posed by cybercriminals are evolving at an alarming pace. The latest predictions highlight a future where AI-driven technologies, particularly deep fakes, will become more sophisticated, making it challenging for individuals and
Dozens dead after ferry capsizes in DR Congo: Official
At least 38 dead and more than 100 missing after ferry carrying people traveling for Christmas sank in the Busira River.
Microsoft releases KB5048667 update, removing another Windows 11 24H2 block and introducing a questionable change
There are still various obstacles in the way of updating to Windows 11 24H2, but Microsoft has just removed one of them. Until now, systems with a USB scanner that used the eSCL scan protocol were blocked from installing the update,
Cannibalism in Britain? How early Bronze Age bones reveal a grim tale
Prehistoric remains from nearly 4,000 years ago point to a grisly period of cannibalism in the UK.
Israel accused of bombing Kamal Adwan Hospital ICU risking patients, medics
The hospital's director has called for international intervention to protect patients and Gaza's health system.
California declares emergency after severe U.S. case of H5N1 bird flu
A Louisiana patient is critically ill with severe respiratory symptoms from H5N1 bird flu, marking the 61st U.S. human case this year. California has declared a state of emergency. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains the public health
Congo says mysterious disease killing dozens of kids finally identified
"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.
Loneliness widespread among U.S. residents ages 50 to 80, poll shows
Fewer older U.S. residents feel as lonely and isolated as they did during the COVID-19 pandemic, but many still feel alone, a new poll reveals.
Paul Rudd Is the Same Age as Gloria Stuart When She Filmed ‘Titanic’? Not Quite
Rudd’s seemingly unchanged looks have inspired countless memes and jokes over the years.
Avid use of sweetened beverages increases cardiovascular disease risk, study finds
Drinking sweetened beverages can increase cardiovascular disease risk, but occasionally savoring sugary refreshments doesn't have the same effect, a new study has found.
Claim That Kodak Hid Its Invention of Digital Camera Not So Simple
As the legend goes, a young engineer at Kodak invented the world's first digital camera in the 1970s, but executives told him to "bury" it.