A routine piece of chewing gum became the centerpiece of an undercover operation that revived two long-dormant investigations. Detective Susan Logothetti and her colleagues built the ruse around an everyday object, turning it into evidence that pointed directly at Mitchell Gaff. The operation and its aftermath were examined in the season premiere of 48 Hours...
The Food and Drug Administration has issued a direct public alert concerning cold smoked sprats distributed by D&M Smoked Fish Inc., operating as Haifa Smoked Fish Inc. The action follows an inspection that revealed the absence of required controls against Clostridium botulinum, the bacterium responsible for botulism. The agency recommended a recall of the product,...
New York – Fourteen-year-old Michael Sweeney has been enrolled as a full-time student at a community college while still attending high school, yet school officials have rejected his request for early graduation solely because of his age. The decision leaves him without a diploma even though he has already moved well beyond typical high school...
As gardeners prepare their beds for winter, the urge to tidy every stem and leaf can feel irresistible. Yet some insects that survive the cold months depend on the very debris many people rush to remove. A measured approach to fall cleanup helps limit overwintering pests while supporting the beneficial insects that return each spring....
In regions where summer heat intensifies and water supplies tighten, many gardeners look for plants that deliver strong visual presence without constant irrigation. Yucca meets that need as a drought-tolerant succulent built for hot climates and water-wise designs. It suits both xeriscaping schemes and container displays, where its bold form stands out while demanding little...
Florida authorities have arrested Dale Smith Jr., the former fiancé of Michelle Parker, in connection with her 2011 disappearance. The case gained national attention after the couple appeared on the syndicated television show “The People’s Court” to argue over an engagement ring. CBS News correspondents Shanelle Kaul and Cristian Benavides revisit the long-unsolved matter in...
Many people assume fresh vegetables require outdoor space and a full growing season. Yet a simple setup on any sunny ledge can produce edible sprouts in just days, turning an ordinary kitchen into a reliable source of living food. The approach draws from basic principles of seed germination and works in any climate or season....
Alaska – The Justice Department filed suit in federal court on Friday seeking to halt certification of the state’s Senate election results if incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan falls short, but only in the specific scenario where he would have prevailed had votes cast for another candidate sharing his surname been attributed to him instead....
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed suit this month against Nestlé’s Gerber brand, seeking more than $10 million in penalties for alleged heavy metal contamination in baby food products sold between 2017 and 2019. The action marks the latest in a series of state and federal examinations of toxic elements in infant nutrition. Parents and...
Home cooks searching for ways to refine a familiar comfort dish have found an unlikely ally in the dairy aisle. A recent highlight from NYT Cooking points to cottage cheese as a simple addition that can improve the texture of meatballs without extra steps or specialty ingredients. The suggestion appears among the most popular recipes...
There’s a certain kind of social contract that Halloween enforces every year: show up with a costume, or show up awkward. For a large share of adults, neither option sounds particularly appealing. A 2026 survey of 2,000 Americans found that a surprising three in four said they are not planning to dress up for Halloween...
You set a book down on the coffee table, leave the room for five minutes, and come back to find the corner chewed to a soft pulp. Or a delivery box appears at the front door and, before you’ve even unpacked it, your cat has already started gnawing one of the flaps. If you’ve lived...
