Iranian woman uses brewery to connect with her family heritage
At her New York brewery, Zahra Tabatabai is trying to bring beer back to it roots, infusing the classic beverage with a taste of who she is and where her family came from. Roxana Saberi reports on the history of beer, how Tabatabaie is combining old and new traditions, and more.
Saturday Sessions: Ratboys perform “The Window”
Led by songwriter Julia Steiner, the Ratboys are indie rockers from Chicago that just wrapped up back-to-back tours across the United States and Europe. Next month, the group will head to Japan for another tour. Their newest album, “The Window,” has also thrilled fans and won the praise of critics. Now in their national television […]
Your 2024 guide to NYC New Year’s Eve ball drop in Times Square
All eyes will be on NYC for the 2024 New Year’s Eve countdown to the Times Square ball drop.
Tunnel flooding under the River Thames leaves European travelers stranded
Eurostar services to and from London have been canceled after a tunnel under the River Thames became flooded, disrupting festive travel plans for scores of people.
Most funding for endangered species only benefits a few creatures
Since passage of the Endangered Species Act 50 years ago, more than 1,700 plants, mammals, fish, insects and other species in the U.S. have been listed as threatened or endangered with extinction.
The Book Report: Ron Charles’ favorite novels of 2023
The Washington Post book reviewer offers his picks for the best fiction of the year.
Eye Opener: Weather across northern California brings heavy rain, strong winds
Northern California experiences destructive rain and wind. Also, many are still without power in North Dakota after an ice storm on Christmas Day. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Disney loses famous Mickey Mouse trademark in 2024, along with many others
Copyright protections on many well-known books, films and musical compositions are set to expire in 2024. Disney’s Mickey Mouse is getting a lot of attention as one famous iteration of the classic mouse is set to enter the public domain. CBS News’ Jo Ling Kent has the story.
Security increased for the New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square
Times Square in New York is ready to play host to one of the world’s largest parties on New Year’s Eve. But law enforcement warns of “heightened threat of violence.” CBS News’ Michael George has more on what’s being done ahead of the celebrations.
Near-record number of states are increasing their minimum wage in 2024
Millions of Americans ringing in the New Year with a raise as a near-record number of states increase their minimum wage. California is leading the way after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation to boost pay for fast food and health care workers. CBS News’ Carter Evans has more.
