Researchers say they've discovered the potato's origins
The origin of potatoes has puzzled scientists for years, but researchers now say they've found an unlikely ancestor: tomatoes.
American passport not as powerful as it used to be, annual ranking says
The Henley Passport Index, which bases its rankings on how many destinations a passport's holder can enter without a visa, has dropped the U.S. to 10th on its annual list.
Astronomers capture birth of a new solar system around sun-like baby star
Astronomers have discovered the earliest seeds of planets forming around HOPS-315, a baby star located 1,300 light-years away.
Man, 80, ran 135 miles in "world's toughest race," and he hopes to continue
Bob Becker, 80, made history this July as the oldest runner to complete the Badwater 135, a 135-mile ultramarathon through Death Valley.
Largest piece of Mars on Earth sells for nearly $5.3 million at auction
A 54-pound meteorite from Mars sold for more than $5 million when it went up for auction on Wednesday at Sotheby's.
Delta flight makes emergency landing on small island after engine problem
A Delta flight from Spain to New York made an emergency landing in the Azores after an engine problem midflight.
Same-sex penguin couple raising rare chick at zoo
Chester Zoo welcomed 10 penguin chicks. One chick is being raised by same-sex couple Scampi and Flounder.
No, you can't use your Costco card as Real ID at the airport, TSA says
Costco membership cards will not function as Real IDs at airports, the TSA said on social media.
Treating and studying the injuries of wounded warriors
60 Minutes has reported on wounded warriors many times. Here's a look back at some of those reports, and a look ahead at current research into veterans' injuries.
China's spying efforts growing, with U.S. a top target
China's Ministry of State Security is the world's largest and most active spy agency — and it's targeting the U.S.
Tech billionaire Palmer Luckey wants to remake the U.S. military
Palmer Luckey made Oculus headsets. Now he makes autonomous weapons for what he sees as the future of warfare.
Reactions pour in after former President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis
Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with cancer. Well wishes and prayers are pouring in.
May's full flower moon appears today. Here's how and when to see it.
May's full flower moon will light up the night sky.
Paralyzed woman feels like "real Ironwoman" after implants help her take steps
They were paralyzed in devastating accidents. Innovative technology is helping them stand up and walk or move their arms again.
Crime rings using stolen identities to steal money from U.S. government
The U.S. government loses hundreds of billions to fraud each year, with criminals using stolen identities to make unemployment claims and target disaster funding.