Year’s 1st case of rare monkeypox reported in the US
Meanwhile, officials tracking a European outbreak of monkeypox are investigating the possibility that the disease is being spread through sexual contact.
Human skull dating back nearly 8,000 years found in Minnesota River
Through technology, the sheriff's office learned the bone belongs to a young man who suffered blunt force trauma.
Frontier Airlines flight attendant helps deliver baby mid-flight
Frontier Airlines said Diana Giraldo brought the mother to the back lavatory and assisted with the delivery.
UFO hearing: Pentagon shows declassified photos and video, clip of unexplainable floating object
The Pentagon Tuesday showcased declassified photos and video of UFOs to Congress – including a flying object without a "specific" explanation" – as lawmakers pressed military officials on the mysterious sightings.
Florida driver arrested for DUI after 'traveling up a power pole': police
Police said the Florida man was drunk when he wrecked his "shiny new Mustang" by driving onto the curb — and up a power pole.
Johnny Cash water tower springs a leak thanks to bullet hole in 'very sensitive area'
A silhouette of Johnny Cash on a water tower in his birthplace of Kingsland, Arkansas, has drawn visitors thanks to a leak in an interesting spot.
4 UK men infected with 'rare and unusual' cases of monkeypox, health officials say
British health authorities say they have identified four “rare and unusual” cases of the disease monkeypox among men who appear to have been infected in London and had no history of travel to the West African countries where the smallpox-like disease is endemic.
Video: Rome’s historic Spanish Steps damaged after driver takes wrong turn down staircase
A tourist allegedly became confused by his navigation system, which led him to drive down Rome’s historic Spanish Steps.
Indian couple sues their son for $675K for not giving them a grandchild
A retired couple in India is suing their son for not giving them a grandchild, arguing that they spent their life savings on his education and lavish wedding. "We want a grandson or granddaughter with a year or compensation," they said of their lawsuit, seeking $675,000. "It has been six years since the marriage."
Friday the 13th origins: A look at why the day is considered unlucky
May 13 marks the one and only Friday the 13th of 2022 — a day that tends to evoke a range of emotions for the superstitious.
Rainbows, fog, heat on list of 13 weather-related phobias
Phobias related to nature and the environment are one of five subclassifications of fears outlined by the American Psychological Association.
Florida woman tells deputy that getting arrested was on her 'bucket list'
When deputies in the Florida Keys arrested a 19-year-old woman who led them on a brief chase, she told them that getting arrested was on her "bucket list."
Why Koreans could all get younger soon
The country is unique in that it uses three different systems to calculate ages, including one that means a baby born on December 31 could be 2 years old by the next day.
Egg-sized white diamond sold for over $21 million, plus fees
Christie’s says “The Rock,” an egg-sized white diamond billed as the largest of its kind to go up for auction, has sold for more than 21.6 million Swiss francs ($21.75 million), including fees — though at the low end of the expected range.
Washington state troopers pull over driver who crammed SUV into back of U-Haul
A Washington State Trooper made an unusual traffic stop this week after spotting an SUV crammed into the back of a very small U-Haul.
Philadelphia school accidentally sells lingerie disguised as roses at Mother’s Day sale
Parents at one Philadelphia school got quite the surprise when they bought what they thought were faux roses that were sold at the school's Mother's Day plant sale.
Tropicana tests out cereal option that calls for orange juice instead of milk
A major player in the citrus world is testing out a new cereal option for breakfast lovers. “Crunch” cereal is being produced by Tropicana, and instead of using milk, consumers are supposed to pour orange juice on it.
UFO debate: House panel to hold public hearing on ‘unidentified aerial phenomena'
“The purpose of this hearing is to give the public an opportunity to hear directly from subject matter experts and leaders in the Intelligence Community on one of the greatest mysteries of our time,” said Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., and chairman of the House Intelligence Committee.
Cat accused of trespassing wins $125,000 settlement, owner calls for policy changes
A Bellevue woman received a settlement of $125,000 after her tabby cat Miska was accused of trespassing in a Bellevue neighborhood.
Rescued teen worked to stay alive after falling down 40-foot well, firefighters say
Firefighters in South Carolina said the 14-year-old boy fell down the well Saturday evening.