DNA From Prehistoric Teenager Uncovers An Ancient Human Hybrid
Researchers in Germany say they have proof that a pre-historic teenager had parents who were members of two different species of pre-humans.
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Building Explosion In Germany Injures Dozens
Twenty-five people were injured, four of them severely, when an explosion destroyed an apartment building in the western German city of Wuppertal
Mexico Stuns Germany In 1-0 World Cup Victory
Mexico, behind a first-half goal from Hirving Lozano, upset reigning champs Germany in the group stage opener, 1-0.
German Police Search For Motive In Deadly Van Attack In Muenster
Inside the van, police found illegal firecrackers that were disguised as a fake bomb, a fake pistol and the real gun that the driver used to kill himself with.
Police: 2 Dead, 20 Hurt When Vehicle Plows Into Crowd In Germany
A top German security official said there was no indication of an Islamic extremist motive but officials were investigating all possibilities in the deadly crash.
German Police Destroy Package Containing Nails, Powder, Firecracker Found At Christmas Market
The package contained nails, powder and a firecracker, but it's not clear if it was a functioning explosive device.
Flight From Frankfurt, Germany Blows Tires As It Arrives At Newark
While there were no injuries, there were some tense moments at Newark Liberty International Airport Sunday when a United Airlines plane heading in from Germany blew some of its tires.
De Blasio's Decision To Travel To Germany During G-20 Draws Criticism
De Blasio caught a flight at Newark Liberty International Airport yesterday for Hamburg, Germany, to attend events surrounding the G-20 summit meeting.
De Blasio Heads To Germany To Attend Protest, Other G20-Related Events
Mayor Bill de Blasio was off to Germany Thursday evening to attend several events surrounding the G20 Summit – including a protest.
Protesters Clash With Police Outside G20 Summit As Trump Meets With Merkel
Crowds waving flags cheered as Trump spoke in Krasinski Square, which is near the site of the Warsaw uprising against the Nazis in 1944.
7 People Injured In Axe Attack At Düsseldorf, Germany Train Station
Several people were injured Thursday in what was described as a coordinated axe attack at a train station in Germany.
Tunisia Officials Arrest 3 In Connection To Berlin Market Attack Suspect Anis Amri
Tunisia's Interior Ministry says police have arrested the nephew of Berlin Christmas market attacker Anis Amri and two others -- and says all three men are suspected of belonging to a terrorist cell and had contacts with Amri.
Heightened Security Across NYC, Long Island In Wake Of Berlin Christmas Market Attack
The NYPD is taking precautionary steps, increasing security at the Winter Village at Bryant Park and at the German Consulate near the United Nations Building.
Police: 12 Dead, Dozens Hurt After Truck Slams Into Crowded Christmas Market In Berlin
At least 12 people have been killed and at 48 others injured after a truck plowed into a crowded holiday market in the center of Berlin just days before Christmas.
Tesla Inks Deal To Buy German Engineering Firm For Manufacturing
Tesla Motors says it has agreed to buy a German engineering company to help automate its electric car manufacturing.
Germany's Ludwig, Walkenhorst Take Beach Volleyball Gold
Germany's Laura Ludwig and Kira Walkenhorst have won the beach volleyball gold medal, handing the host nation its second straight medal-round setback on the Copacabana sand.
Europe's Best Summer Beer Festivals
A preview of five of the best upcoming European beer festivals to attend this summer
Best Destinations In Europe For Wine Lovers
Europe is home to many regions that are well known for amazing wine producing abilities. These are must-visit destinations for any wine lover.
Travel Guide To Oktoberfest In Munich
Travel guide to the best events and beer tents to visit and information on last-minute accommodations
Best International Festivals To Attend This Fall
A look at five of the best international festivals and events held in the fall.
USWNT On To Finals
U.S. Women's Team Beats Germany 2-0, Advances To World Cup Final
Celia Sasic picked a pretty bad time for Germany's first missed penalty kick in the women's World Cup.
Lloyd Scores On 51st Minute Header As U.S. Edges China To Reach Semifinal
Carli Lloyd scored on a header in the 51st minute, and the United States beat China 1-0 Friday night to reach a semifinal against Germany at the Women's World Cup.
ISIS Demands Ransom For Japanese Hostages; Jews Across Europe Fear Attacks
The terrorists believed to be behind the attack on a satirical newspaper in Paris traveled to Yemen for training. Now, the government in that country is on the verge of collapse and ISIS is again threatening to kill hostages.
Dozens Arrested In Terror Raids Across France, Belgium And Germany
More than two dozen suspects have been arrested in Belgium, France and Germany in continuing searches for suspected terrorists, authorities said Friday.
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NYPD Commissioner: Suspect charged in death of taxi driver Kutin Gyimah
Police released surveillance video that appears to show five suspects beating the taxi driver.
Rockland County limits lawn watering amid drought conditions
Additionally, water won't be served in restaurants unless customers request it.
Man on e-bike accused of sexually assaulting women in Manhattan
Police said the man sexually assaulted at least three women since May.
Weisselberg to plead guilty, could testify against Trump Org. in fraud case
Longtime company insider Allen Weisselberg could take the stand when the tax fraud case against the Trump Organization goes to trial in October.
Rushdie stabbing suspect Hadi Matar due in Chautauqua County Court
Rushdie is recovering from serious injuries at a Pennsylvania hospital and has been speaking with investigators.
Gov. Murphy vows to kill congestion pricing if N.J. drivers forced to pay twice
"If we have to, we've got options, which I don't want to use, but we can use through the Port Authority," Murphy said.
New Yorkers fear rent is becoming unattainable
With the cost of living steadily rising all year, what would it take for New Yorkers to leave?
Watch: Adams to make announcement on outdoor dining
Outdoor dining sheds became a lifeline for restaurants during the pandemic.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
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Man on e-bike accused of sexually assaulting women in Manhattan
Police said the man sexually assaulted at least three women since May.
Rushdie stabbing suspect Hadi Matar due in Chautauqua County Court
Rushdie is recovering from serious injuries at a Pennsylvania hospital and has been speaking with investigators.
New Yorkers fear rent is becoming unattainable
With the cost of living steadily rising all year, what would it take for New Yorkers to leave?
Watch: Adams to make announcement on outdoor dining
Outdoor dining sheds became a lifeline for restaurants during the pandemic.
NYPD Commissioner: Suspect charged in death of taxi driver Kutin Gyimah
Police released surveillance video that appears to show five suspects beating the taxi driver.
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Connecticut launches program to help residents find jobs
CareerConneCT is a network of 19 job training programs meant to help some of the state's 67,000 unemployed workers.
Some essential workers in Connecticut may be eligible for financial relief
Workers can receive up to $1,000 from the Premium Pay Program.
Connecticut launches reproductive rights website and hotline
The services were launched in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Conn. education plan addresses health care worker shortage
It will offer tuition assistance to incentivize low-income and minority students to enter accelerated programs.
Connecticut man finds bear eating in his kitchen
Bill Priest, of West Hartford, walked into his kitchen Sunday and found the intruder.
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Rushdie stabbing suspect Hadi Matar due in Chautauqua County Court
Rushdie is recovering from serious injuries at a Pennsylvania hospital and has been speaking with investigators.
NJ lawmakers introduce bill to prevent LIV Golf tournaments
The LIV tournament that played in Bedminster in July was backed by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund.
Nearly a dozen humpback whales spotted in Hudson River
The whales were not alone. Several dolphins were also spotted swimming near the whales.
Masks required indoors at Rutgers University this fall
Masks are not required at indoor events, but attendees will need proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test.
NJ councilperson accused in hit-and-run pressured to resign
Jersey City councilperson at-large Amy DeGise is accused in a hit-and-run, and the whole thing was caught on video.
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Massapequa Philharmonic honors champion Little League team
The Massapequa Coast will play in the Little League World Series on Friday night.
L.I. twins heading to college, defying doctors' diagnoses
Even though the twins still have their medical hurdles, they're proving it's possible to overcome the odds.
Judge sentences Roosevelt man in fatal stabbing of Roman Catholic deacon
Pat Logsdon ran a transitional house for homeless men with a criminal past, when he was brutally killed in 2017.
New York Comedy Festival returning in November
The festival runs Nov. 7-13 at various locations in all five boroughs, plus one show at UBS Arena in Nassau County.
Suffolk County officers accused of firing rifles into woods
Sources tell CBS2 numerous rounds were fired in East Shoreham on Aug. 3. A neighbor reported shots fired to 911.
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NJ lawmakers introduce bill to prevent LIV Golf tournaments
The LIV tournament that played in Bedminster in July was backed by Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund.
Zeldin accepts CBS2's fall gubernatorial debate invitation
Last week, he told CBS2 political reporter Marcia Kramer he's ready to debate Gov. Kathy Hochul anytime, any place.
NY delegation stands to lose seniority, strength in Congress
No matter the outcome, the redrawing of district lines means New York will likely lose power and experience in D.C.
NJ councilperson accused in hit-and-run pressured to resign
Jersey City councilperson at-large Amy DeGise is accused in a hit-and-run, and the whole thing was caught on video.
Gov. Murphy vows to kill congestion pricing if N.J. drivers forced to pay twice
"If we have to, we've got options, which I don't want to use, but we can use through the Port Authority," Murphy said.
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Masks required indoors at Rutgers University this fall
Masks are not required at indoor events, but attendees will need proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test.
New York launches back-to-school COVID vaccination campaign
The statewide #VaxToSchool campaign aims to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates among school-aged children.
NYC Health + Hospitals expands wastewater surveillance
Starting next week, the program will expand to include testing of hospital wastewater for polio and monkeypox.
CDC director announces shake-up of the organization, citing COVID mistakes
The head of the nation's top public health agency is shaking up the organization with the goal of making it more nimble.
NYC public schools easing COVID guidelines
New York City education officials say COVID rules for public schools won't be as strict when students return to the classroom in a few weeks.
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Solange Knowles composes original score for NYC Ballet
Knowles says her score will be performed by the New York City Ballet orchestra and choreographed by Gianna Reisen.
New York Comedy Festival returning in November
The festival runs Nov. 7-13 at various locations in all five boroughs, plus one show at UBS Arena in Nassau County.
Academy apologizes to Sacheen Littlefeather
In 1973, Littlefeather represented Marlon Brando at the Oscars, declining his Best Actor award for "The Godfather."
Melissa Etheridge to play a dozen off-Broadway shows
"Melissa Etheridge: My Window - A Journey Through Life" will play a dozen performance at New World Stages off-Broadway on 50th Street starting Oct. 13.
Ashanti on the roots of her success and "how my story ends"
The R&B star revisits where she got her start, and talks about dreams coming true.
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Donaldson hits walk-off slam in 10th, Yankees beat Rays
New York entered having lost three straight and 12 of 15.
Baty homers first time up in majors, Mets beat Braves
After taking a ball, Baty connected with a hanging curve on his very first swing in a New York uniform.
Jets' legend Klecko named finalist for Pro Football Hall of Fame
Star defensive lineman joins Chuck Howley, Ken Riley as senior candidates for 2023 Canton class
Arozarena's early homer sends Rays past skidding Yankees
The Yankees have lost 11 of 13 and are 8-17 since reaching the All-Star break at 64-28.
Morton, Olson lead Braves to another easy win over Mets
The Mets' 10-game winner Taijuan Walker made an early exit because of back spasms.
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Circo's Pastry Shop: Baking in Bushwick the old-fashioned way since 1945
"Our store is pretty much like a dinosaur," co-owner Anthony Pierdipino told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Zum Stammtisch: A taste of Germany in Glendale since 1972
"It's really traditional, old-school Bavarian," co-owner Werner Lehner told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Tula House: Greenpoint's immersive plant shop is a destination for discovery
"We want the common plants, but we really love the uncommon plants," co-owner Christan Summers told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Stanton Tailor Shop: A Lower East Side destination for the perfect fit
"It makes me feel good when the people go out and they feel confident in what they're wearing," owner Pablo Vargas told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Myers of Keswick: A British grocery store in the West Village offering 'comforts from home'
"I always like to describe it as a little taste of England," owner Jennifer Myers-Pulidore told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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Remembering Olivia Newton-John through the years
Beloved singer, songwriter and actress Olivia Newton-John died Monday morning at 73.
Remembering Ivana Trump through the years
Ivana Trump passed away in her New York home at age 73.
New York City Pride March draws crowd of thousands
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
Juneteenth celebrations held across New York City
Juneteenth celebrations took place across New York City on June 19.
Mermaid Parade returns to Coney Island for 40th anniversary
The famous Mermaid Parade returned to Coney Island on Saturday for its 40th anniversary.
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NYPD: Video shows man wanted in 3 sex assaults
Police said the man sexually assaulted at least three women since May.
Salman Rushdie stabbing suspect to appear in court
Hadi Matar of New Jersey is due to appear in Chautauqua County Court on Thursday.
CDC director orders agency shakeup
The reset at the CDC follows criticism to its response to COVID-19, monkeypox and other public health threats, CBS2's Zinnia Maldonado reports.
Police questioning person of interest in taxi driver's death
Video appears to show five suspects beating the driver, 52-year-old Kutin Gyimah, in Queens.
First Alert Weather: CBS2's 8/18 Thursday 7 a.m. update
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated First Alert forecast on CBS2 News This Morning.
