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Dead woman's holiday card arrives 11 years late
2000 Christmas card from woman's sister-in-law arrives before Christmas Day 2011; Card could have been stuck in mailbag
Best bubbly to ring in the New Year right
Expert showcases delicious champagnes and sparkling wines at numerous price points, and offers serving tips
Finishing touches in Times Square for big night
Security as tight as it gets with record crowd expected due to warm temps; Other cities prep big celebrations as well
How celebrities are ringing in the New Year
Many celebrities will be hosting New Year's Eve parties of their own all over the country at various nightclubs
Dick Clark celebrates 40th New Year's Eve show
Dick Clark's New Year's Eve special celebrates 40 years with Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber and many more
Plastic surgery a hot holiday gift
Plastic surgeons are busier than ever at the end of the year as people cash in gift certificates. WCBS-TV's Cat Anderson reports.
11 tips for avoiding holiday depression triggers
For some people, holidays aren't a time of cheer, but a time for stress, high expectations, and depression. How can you protect yourself?
Amazing origami ornaments adorn museum tree
Check out the stunning decorations on the American Museum of Natural History's holiday tree
Brisk "Mega Monday" business buoys retailers
Adds to already better holiday season, but experts say it's too soon to say economy finally on sound footing
"Mega Monday" adding sizzle for retailers
Shoppers not just returning, but buying, big, day after Christmas, as gift cards spark buys; Holiday season sales rose 3.8%
The many faces of Santa Claus
The spirit and look of the jolly fat man are represented across the globe
What Kate can expect at a royal Christmas
Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, will be marking her first Christmas as a member of the royal family
A Ben Stein Christmas
His message: The holiday is for everyone, regardless of religion, and he's happy to celebrate it
NORAD kicks off countdown to track Santa, with help from Google
Follow Saint Nick's journey around the world
"Elf on the Shelf": Is it naughty or nice?
Best-selling book and doll got a boost this season from an "Elf on the Shelf" TV special
Tax cut extension fight? What fight?
President's Hawaiian vacation was delayed by battle over payroll tax, but many there don't know -- or care about squabble
Macy's raises 1.4 Million for Make-A-Wish
Macy's Believe Campaign's Martine Reardon and The Make-A-Wish Foundation's David Williams discuss the success of their holiday fundraising collaboration.
Holiday weather forecast
Lonnie Quinn delivers the weather forecast for Americans traveling around Christmas time.
Elephant Santas in Thailand
An annual event in Thailand involves elephants dressed as Santa Claus marching through the streets handing out gifts to children. Debbye Turner Bell reports.
Do you believe in Santa?
A poll finds many people did believe in Santa when they were kids, and he remains a VERY popular chap! Debbye Turner Bell reports.
Authors' favorite Christmas stories
New York Times best selling authors Nicholas Sparks, Jennifer Egan, and Bred Meltzer sit down with Erika Hill to read some of their favorite Christmas stories.
10 holiday headache triggers
Lots of things can trigger headaches during the holiday season - besides in-laws
Fergie and Josh Duhamel's cute Christmas card
The couple opted for a less traditional Christmas card and had caricature artist James Malia sketch them
David Letterman celebrates odd holiday traditions
Darlene Love, giant meatballs and the Lone Ranger make up David Letterman's holiday traditions
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Lady A, formerly Lady Antebellum, sues blues singer Lady A
In a statement, the band claimed the singer "demanded a $10 million payment."
Ivy League suspends fall sports due to coronavirus pandemic
"We simply do not believe we can create and maintain an environment for intercollegiate athletic competition that meets our requirements for safety and acceptable levels of risk," the Ivy League Council of Presidents said.
Usain Bolt reveals first photos of his baby girl and her Olympic-inspired name
The retired sprinting legend made the announcement on social media and shared a series of photos of Olympia on the birthday of his longtime girlfriend, Kasi Bennett
WNBA to honor women killed by police and racial violence
Teams will wear the uniforms in an effort to "seek justice" for Breonna Taylor, Sandra Bland and others.
Students host bingo games to honor 2020 graduates
The pandemic has taken graduation ceremonies away from students all over the country. For many, celebrations haven't been what they expected. But some alums at historically Black colleges or universities did get to celebrate, in a very special way. Mark Strassmann reports.
Halle Berry apologizes after talking about transgender role
She recently revealed she was considering playing a transgender character in an upcoming film.
MLB releases shortened schedule amid COVID-19 testing delays
The schedule was a bright spot on an otherwise shaky day in baseball's reboot following a monthslong shut down. Opening night on July 23 will feature the Yankees visiting the Nationals.
Stars remember Broadway actor Nick Cordero: "What a light"
"I have honestly never known a kinder person. But Covid doesn't care about the purity of your soul, or the goodness in your heart," wrote actor Zach Braff.
Broadway star Nick Cordero dies from coronavirus
Broadway actor Nick Cordero has died at the age of 41 after a monthslong battle with the coronavirus. Cordero was on a ventilator and had his leg amputated while he was hospitalized. Meg Oliver reports.
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Nick Cordero, Broadway actor who battled COVID-19, dies at 41
Cordero's leg was amputated after he was sedated in the ICU for 18 days.
Country rocker and fiddler Charlie Daniels dies at age 83
Beginning in the early 1970s, his five-piece band toured endlessly, sometimes doing 250 shows a year.
Formula One drivers take a knee in anti-racism campaign
Each of the 20 drivers wore a black T-shirt with the words "End Racism" as they convened at the start of the track.
10 essential film scores by Ennio Morricone
Music by the Italian composer, who died Monday at age 91, has left an indelible imprint on many genres, from spaghetti westerns and gangster dramas to historic epics and horror (with audio excerpts)
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Melania Trump sculpture in Slovenia set on fire on July 4
As the U.S. celebrated its Independence Day and President Trump vowed to punish those who destroy U.S. monuments, a life-sized sculpture of first lady Melania Trump was burned near her hometown in Slovenia.
Trump hosts Mexican president for first visit at White House
The two leaders are recognizing the USMCA, which took effect July 1.
New rule would deny asylum to migrants on public health grounds
The U.S. has already been expelling most border-crossers, including unaccompanied children, under a separate CDC order.
World Health Organization chief says virus outbreak is "accelerating"
Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said "we have clearly not reached the peak of the pandemic."
Trump moves to officially withdraw U.S. from WHO
A senior administration official confirmed to CBS News the U.S. notice of withdrawal has been submitted to the United Nations secretary-general.
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Texas executes man for killing elderly man nearly 3 decades ago
Billy Joe Wardlow was the first inmate in Texas to receive a lethal injection since February 6 and the second in the U.S. since the nation began reopening following pandemic-related shutdowns.
Lady A, formerly Lady Antebellum, sues blues singer Lady A
In a statement, the band claimed the singer "demanded a $10 million payment."
Inside a Texas hospital overwhelmed by virus cases
Medical staff at the South Texas Medical System hospital are strained, struggling to treat more than 140 patients with the virus.
Democratic Senate candidates smash fundraising records in 2nd quarter
Democratic Senate hopefuls are raising record amounts of cash in their bids to unseat Republican Senate incumbents.
Melania Trump sculpture in Slovenia set on fire on July 4
As the U.S. celebrated its Independence Day and President Trump vowed to punish those who destroy U.S. monuments, a life-sized sculpture of first lady Melania Trump was burned near her hometown in Slovenia.
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Democratic Senate candidates smash fundraising records in 2nd quarter
Democratic Senate hopefuls are raising record amounts of cash in their bids to unseat Republican Senate incumbents.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: GOP convention city's COVID count rises
President Trump says that the details surrounding the convention are "flexible."
Tulsa health official says Trump rally "likely" led to COVID spike
Dr. Bruce Dart said the president's rally in the city "more than likely contributed" to a spike in coronavirus cases.
Jacksonville prepares for Republican convention amid COVID-19 spikes
This week, President Trump, taking note of coronavirus spikes in Florida, said Republicans are "very flexible" about Jacksonville.
Pandemic upends voter registration efforts ahead of November election
"Everyone is talking about vote-by-mail, which is great, but you can't even vote-by-mail if you can't register to vote."
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Lady A, formerly Lady Antebellum, sues blues singer Lady A
In a statement, the band claimed the singer "demanded a $10 million payment."
Ivy League suspends fall sports due to coronavirus pandemic
"We simply do not believe we can create and maintain an environment for intercollegiate athletic competition that meets our requirements for safety and acceptable levels of risk," the Ivy League Council of Presidents said.
Usain Bolt reveals first photos of his baby girl and her Olympic-inspired name
The retired sprinting legend made the announcement on social media and shared a series of photos of Olympia on the birthday of his longtime girlfriend, Kasi Bennett
WNBA to honor women killed by police and racial violence
Teams will wear the uniforms in an effort to "seek justice" for Breonna Taylor, Sandra Bland and others.
Students host bingo games to honor 2020 graduates
The pandemic has taken graduation ceremonies away from students all over the country. For many, celebrations haven't been what they expected. But some alums at historically Black colleges or universities did get to celebrate, in a very special way. Mark Strassmann reports.
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Equipment makers hinder repairs of ventilators, critics say
Nearly half of hospital biomedical techs denied access to service information including manuals to fix ventilators.
Walmart reportedly launching subscription service
The $98 membership comes with same-day grocery delivery and early deals access, according to a report.
Facebook civil rights audit: "Serious setbacks" hurt progress
The audit recommends a "civil rights infrastructure" for the social media giant, but its suggestions aren't binding.
U.S. considers banning TikTok and other apps, Pompeo says
Pompeo doesn't recommend downloading the app unless "you want your private information in the hands of the Chinese Communist Party."
Uber acquires food delivery app Postmates
With Postmates buyout, Uber becomes the nation's No. 2 food delivery service, while DoorDash remains the leader.
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Most expensive medical procedures in the U.S., ranked
These pricey surgeries are the most expensive in the country.
California condors spotted in Sequoia after nearly 50 years
The giant birds were known to nest inside massive sequoia trees before their near-extinction in the 1980s.
Is the coronavirus airborne? Scientists say it's "a real risk"
The World Health Organization has said the coronavirus is only confirmed to be airborne during certain medical procedures, but many experts disagree.
Rare case of brain-destroying amoeba confirmed in Florida
Naegleria fowleri is contacted when contaminated water enters through a person's nose and is found in warm freshwater.
Divers find evidence of America's first mines — and 9 skeletons
Experts have found ocher mines that are some of the oldest on the continent.
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Inside a Texas hospital overwhelmed by virus cases
Medical staff at the South Texas Medical System hospital are strained, struggling to treat more than 140 patients with the virus.
Most expensive medical procedures in the U.S., ranked
These pricey surgeries are the most expensive in the country.
Jacksonville prepares for Republican convention amid COVID-19 spikes
This week, President Trump, taking note of coronavirus spikes in Florida, said Republicans are "very flexible" about Jacksonville.
Equipment makers hinder repairs of ventilators, critics say
Nearly half of hospital biomedical techs denied access to service information including manuals to fix ventilators.
Coronavirus "has the upper hand" in U.S., ex-CDC director warns
Dr. Tom Frieden said the nation "is shockingly lacking" a common basis of understanding of the virus.
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Equipment makers hinder repairs of ventilators, critics say
Nearly half of hospital biomedical techs denied access to service information including manuals to fix ventilators.
Toxic hand sanitizers recalled for methanol
Recalls on All Clean Hand Sanitizer and Mystic Shield Protection are due to the presence of methanol, or wood alcohol.
Brooks Brothers to see how bankruptcy suits it
The 202-year-old men's clothier, slow to attract younger customers, finally pushed into bankruptcy court by pandemic.
Florida man fired after mask meltdown at Costco
Man's videotaped tirade after being asked to follow public health requirement at store ultimately costs him his job.
Who would get a second stimulus check — and who wouldn't?
A second round of payments could include millions of Americans who were excluded from the federal aid program.
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Texas executes man for killing elderly man nearly 3 decades ago
Billy Joe Wardlow was the first inmate in Texas to receive a lethal injection since February 6 and the second in the U.S. since the nation began reopening following pandemic-related shutdowns.
FBI to investigate deadly police shooting in Phoenix
The FBI has been asked to conduct "an independent civil rights review" into the incident.
Officer charged in George Floyd's death files to dismiss charges
Lane has been charged with aiding and abetting second-degree unintentional murder and second-degree manslaughter.
New York City shootings see spike from last year
The violence continued into the July 4th weekend, as the NYPD reported 44 shooting incidents.
2 face hate crime charge after allegedly vandalizing BLM mural
Two residents from Martinez, California, also face three misdemeanors for their involvement in using black paint to destroy a portion of a mural in front of the city's courthouse.
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NASA, Boeing work to resume Starliner flights
Some 80 recommendations are being implemented to prevent a repeat of problems marring the previous Starliner test flight.
Rocket Lab declares Electron launch failure
The innovative Electron rocket suffered a malfunction while its second stage was firing.
How to watch Fourth of July weekend's "buck moon" lunar eclipse
In lieu of fireworks, skywatchers can look up to see multiple celestial events this weekend.
Second spacewalk in a row to upgrade station
Spacewalking astronauts are picking up where they left off, with another round of space station battery replacements.
Mars rover launch delayed to July 30
NASA remains confident the $2.4 billion rover will be on its way before the planetary launch window closes around August 15.
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Former cop charged in Rayshard Brooks shooting
The former Atlanta police officer who shot and killed Rayshard Brooks on Friday night has been charged with murder and aggravated assault, along with other charges. Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump calls 99% of COVID-19 cases "harmless"
President Trump declared "99%" of COVID-19 cases to be "totally harmless" during Fourth of July remarks over the weekend, prompting backlash from mayors of both political parties. The president's FDA commissioner struggled to provide a factual basis for the president's claim. Paula Reid reports.
Mass protests after Atlanta cop fatally shoots black man
Atlanta's mayor issued an executive order requiring offices to de-escalate situations following the protests sparked by the death of 27-year-old Rayshard Brooks, who was shot and killed by police during an arrest. The Brooks family continues to grieve and demand justice. Mark Strassmann reports.
Journy navigates the new world of travel
Peak travel season is upon us, but the number of travelers has plummeted due to the coronavirus pandemic. Susan Ho, founder and CEO of travel concierge service Journy, spoke to CBSN about how her company has been navigating the new reality in travel and hospitality.
Trump wanted huge military response to protest
President Trump initially wanted to deploy 10,000 troops to Washington D.C., following last week's protests over the death of George Floyd. High-ranking members of Mr. Trump's Cabinet managed to dissuade him of the idea. Ben Tracy reports.