Anonymous donor gives Japanese city pile of gold to fund pipe repairs
The mayor of Osaka says a mystery donor's gift of 46 pounds of gold, to help bring the city's water pipes up to scratch, left him "speechless."
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Huge sinkhole swallows part of a road in Thailand's capital
A huge sinkhole, likely caused by underground construction in Bangkok, Thailand, swallowed part of a road and took at least one vehicle - and almost a police station - with it.
Motorcyclist found dead after being swallowed by sinkhole in South Korea
A motorcyclist who fell into a massive sinkhole that opened up on a street in Seoul was found dead after an overnight search.
Massive sinkhole swallows truck, trapping driver inside
The driver was able to talk with rescuers but they retreated after the area around the hole became unstable, a spokesperson said.
Driver still stuck in sinkhole after 24 hours; nearby residents evacuated
Another sinkhole has since opened up nearby, and residents within a 650-foot radius had been evacuated, a spokesman said.
Body of grandma found at site of abandoned Pennsylvania mine
Crews found the body of Elizabeth Pollard, the Pennsylvania grandma who fell into a sinkhole in Unity Township.
Grandmother's body recovered from sinkhole
Authorities in Western Pennsylvania have recovered the body of Elizabeth Pollard, the missing 64-year-old woman who fell through a sinkhole while looking for her cat. Police held a news conference Friday afternoon to speak about situation.
Body found of woman who fell into sinkhole
Authorities have found the body of 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard, the Pennsylvania woman who fell into a sinkhole while looking for her cat. CBS News affiliate KDKA has the latest details.
Search for Pennsylvania woman in coal mine enters recovery phase
State police now say the rescue effort for 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, has now shifted to a recovery effort.
Abandoned mine at heart of search for woman is becoming unsafe
Crews are still working to locate 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard, who is believed to have fallen into a sinkhole in Unity Township while she was out searching for a missing cat.
Search for grandmother near sinkhole
A 64-year-old grandmother who was searching for her cat may have fallen in a sinkhole in Pennsylvania. Officials provided an update on rescue operations.
Giant sinkholes in South Dakota neighborhood leave some families stuck
About 150 neighbors from the Hideaway Hills subdivision sued the state for $45 million to cover the value of their homes and legal costs after giant sinkholes opened.
2 injured as sinkhole opens, swallowing SUV on road in central Seoul
An elderly driver and his passenger were injured but rescued from their SUV after it was swallowed by a sinkhole in South Korea's capital city.
Woman buried alive in 26-foot sinkhole when pavement collapses in Malaysia
A woman plunged into a 26 feet deep sinkhole in Kuala Lumpur when the pavement she was on caved in, burying her alive, Malaysian authorities said.
Massive sinkhole swallows Illinois soccer field after mine collapses
Drone footage shows the large hole, which is estimated to be at least 30 feet deep and 100 feet wide.
Massive sinkhole appears in soccer field in Illinois
A giant sinkhole, estimated to be around 100 feet wide, opened up in the middle of a soccer field in Alton, Illinois, on Wednesday. Nobody was on the field at the time and no one was hurt, according to the local mayor.
Planet's deepest blue hole discovered but depth remains a mystery
Blue holes are considered an "oasis" for marine life — but the Taam Ja' Blue Hole off the coast of Mexico remains largely mysterious.
California sinkhole swallows third car in 2 weeks
"This can't be real," the California Highway Patrol said after the third vehicle fell into the hole that had completely split a two-lane road.
Storm-related deaths rise in California
The death toll continues to rise as a third winter storm slams California communities. Carter Evans reports.
Mom, daughter still missing days after car plunged into sinkhole
Adolfo Mejia, who was riding with his wife and daughter, had two fingers amputated that had been injured while trying to rescue his daughter, the family said.
Woman rescued before sinkhole swallows car
A woman in El Paso was rescued from her car on Tuesday moments before it was swallowed up by a sinkhole.
Woman rescued moments before car swallowed by sinkhole
Within moments of the woman being rescued, only the tail end of the car could be seen above the water on the road.
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The NBA has chosen former Time Warner and Citigroup chief Richard Parsons as the interim CEO of the Los Angeles Clippers. It is the league's first major move to seize control of the team since owner Donald Sterling was banned for life for making racist comments; As part of our continuing series "On the Road," Steve Hartman meets David Good, whose mother grew up in a remote village in the Amazon jungle. After meeting an American anthropologist, she moved to New Jersey and started a family. When she decided to return to her village, her son felt abandoned, until he decided to make an extraordinary trip to reconnect with her.
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A group of former NFL players, including Hall of Famer Richard Dent and quarterback Jim McMahon, filed suit against the league claiming they were supplied with narcotics and other painkillers; and, the wide open spaces of central Nebraska have become an unlikely battlefield in the fight over the Keystone XL pipeline.
Florida sinkhole
A massive sinkhole has forced officials to condemn a 7th house in Land O'Lakes, Florida. The crater has grown to 260 feet wide. CBS News corespondent Manuel Bojorquez joins CBS from the neighborhood near the sinkhole, and says it could be months before the area is safe again.
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Iran touts video of ship seizures as Trump keeps quiet on his next move
Iran releases video showing commandos seizing ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump remains largely silent on his next move in the war.
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Police respond to reported shooting at Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge
Police are responding to reports of a shooting at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge.
Justice Department eases restrictions on some marijuana products
The order places FDA-approved products containing marijuana and state-regulated medical marijuana products at a lower drug classification.
DOJ watchdog launches probe into compliance with Epstein files law
The Justice Department's internal watchdog said it will audit the department's compliance with the law that required the release of the Epstein files.
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Trump to nominate David Cummins as TSA administrator
President Trump intends to nominate David Cummins to lead the Transportation Security Administration, according to a person familiar with the decision.
Victim has "nothing left" as AI fuels a surge in crypto fraud schemes
One woman's entire life savings was stolen from her by sophisticated scammers who used artificial intelligence to perfectly manipulate her.
Millions under wildfire alerts in central U.S., as warmth, winds fuel risks
A combination of heat, dry air and strong winds are fueling "extreme" wildfire risks for millions across the middle of the country.
Nearly 208,000 heated socks sold at Costco due to burn injuries
The 32 Degrees Heated Socks can pose a burn risk due to the combination of heat, friction, moisture and pressure created during athletic activities.
Judge approves $425 million Capital One settlement. Here's what to know.
The settlement stems from claims Capital One paid lower interest on older savings accounts while offering higher rates on a similar product.
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Police respond to reported shooting at Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge
Police are responding to reports of a shooting at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge.
Nearly 208,000 heated socks sold at Costco recalled due to burn injuries
The 32 Degrees Heated Socks can pose a burn risk due to the combination of heat, friction, moisture and pressure created during athletic activities.
Meta to cut 8,000 jobs as it charges into AI
Meta plans to lay off roughly 10% of its workforce as the technology giant steps up its spending on artificial intelligence.
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts yet again
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted again early Thursday, marking its 45th episode since December 2024.
DOJ watchdog launches probe into compliance with Epstein files law
The Justice Department's internal watchdog said it will audit the department's compliance with the law that required the release of the Epstein files.
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DOJ watchdog launches probe into compliance with Epstein files law
The Justice Department's internal watchdog said it will audit the department's compliance with the law that required the release of the Epstein files.
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Trump to nominate David Cummins as TSA administrator
President Trump intends to nominate David Cummins to lead the Transportation Security Administration, according to a person familiar with the decision.
Cotton pushes bill to help critical infrastructure defend against drone threat
Cotton says current law leaves U.S. power grids, wastewater plants, and other high-risk sites exposed to emerging drone threats.
Justice Department eases restrictions on some marijuana products
The order places FDA-approved products containing marijuana and state-regulated medical marijuana products at a lower drug classification.
Senate adopts budget resolution in effort to fund ICE
The Senate adopted a budget resolution after a six-hour "vote-a-rama," with the GOP moving forward to fund ICE without Democrats.
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Tourists rescued from cliff as huge waves inched closer
A group of seven tourists, including three children, became trapped on a cliff when the tide came in during a morning walk on an Australian beach.
Lebanon accuses Israel of war crime in killing of journalist
A journalists' union said rescuers were prevented from accessing the destroyed building where reporter Amal Khalil was left trapped beneath rubble.
U.S. forces board Iran-linked vessel amid tit-for-tat ship interdictions
U.S. forces have intercepted and boarded another "stateless" vessel linked to Iran, the U.S. military says.
Prince Harry implores U.S. to do more for Ukraine during surprise Kyiv visit
Prince Harry made an unannounced visit to Ukraine on Thursday to show his support for the country.
Ecuador to extradite notorious drug gang leader to U.S.
Dario Penafiel, known as "Topo," allegedly worked closely with one of Ecuador's most powerful drug lords, Adolfo Macias, alias "Fito."
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"Survivor" castaway on elimination from game
(Spoilers ahead) "CBS Mornings" speaks with the latest eliminated contestant from "Survivor 50" about exiting the game, strategy and transitioning to the jury.
"Giant" explores Roald Dahl scandal
"Giant," which is now on Broadway, dramatizes a real-life scandal that stained the legacy of world-famous children's author Roald Dahl. Anthony Mason spoke to John Lithgow, who stars in the play, and playwright Mark Rosenblatt.
DiCaprio speaks at 2016 Paris Agreement signing
On April 22, 2016, the U.N. held a signing ceremony for the Paris Agreement, an international treaty aimed at curbing climate change, featuring several speakers from various nations, including actor and environmental activist Leonardo DiCaprio. Watch his full speech from the event.
Donnie Wahlberg talks "Boston Blue" success
Donnie Wahlberg talks about starring in the series "Boston Blue" and the emotional moments he shared with the cast members when he revealed the show was being renewed for a second season. He also discusses if his wife, Jenny McCarthy, could make an appearance on the show.
Vinyl record sales continue resurgence
New data shows interest in vinyl records is only getting stronger, with social media and and special releases from artists like Taylor Swift helping drive the trend. Jarred Hill has more.
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Mysterious "golden orb" found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identified
Scientists spent over two years identifying a mysterious object found off the coast of Alaska in 2023.
Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Cementing a more sustainable alternative to concrete
The process of making 30 billion tons of concrete every year produces more carbon pollution than all the world's ships and planes put together. Now, the North Carolina and Denmark-based Biomason is using biotechnology, including naturally-occurring microbes, to create "biocement" that's just as sturdy but emits much less CO2. David Pogue reports.
Breeding a better bread
Over the past century, the cultivation and processing of wheat has led to strains of grain that are less nutritious, less flavorful, and more vulnerable to climate change. The researchers at Breadlab, at Washington State University, are trying to breed varieties of whole grains that are better for farmers, consumers – and taste buds. David Pogue reports.
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Police respond to reported shooting at Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge
Police are responding to reports of a shooting at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge.
Scammers are using AI to fuel fraud schemes
The Internal Revenue Service is warning about scammers using AI tools to carry out crypto fraud schemes. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Police seek 17-year-old suspect in shooting near University of Iowa
Iowa City police are searching for a 17-year-old suspect charged in connection with a shooting that injured five near the University of Iowa over the weekend.
Ecuador to extradite notorious drug gang leader to U.S.
Dario Penafiel, known as "Topo," allegedly worked closely with one of Ecuador's most powerful drug lords, Adolfo Macias, alias "Fito."
Remains found of 3 Memphis children may have been there for years, police say
Memphis authorities say they are investigating the discovery of remains of three children, believed to be between 3 and 7 years of age, that could have been there for years.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Pope speaks with reporters after Africa trip
Pope Leo is back in Rome after wrapping up a busy visit to Africa. On his way back, the pontiff spoke with reporters about a variety of topics, including Iran's executions of protesters. Following Pope Leo's remarks, CBS News senior foreign correspondent Chris Livesay provided context.
Senate moving to fund DHS immigration agencies
The Senate adopted a budget resolution to fund Homeland Security immigration agencies early on Thursday morning after a marathon "vote-a-rama." The vote was 50-48 with Republicans Rand Paul and Lisa Murkowski joining all Democrats in opposition. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has more.
Savannah Bananas headed to the Bronx
The Savannah Bananas are visiting the Bronx as part of their U.S. tour. Founder Jesse Cole joins CBS News with more details.
Details on firing of Navy secretary
John Phelan is out as Navy secretary, the Pentagon announced Wednesday night. CBS News senior White House and Political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Daring rescue after on Australian cliff
Several people were rescued after being trapped on the edge of a cliff in Australia. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.