What makes a martini a martini?

Martini recipes from cocktail writer Robert Simonson

The author of "The Martini Cocktail: A Meditation on the World's Greatest Drink" offers "Sunday Morning" viewers two classic recipes.

Martini recipes from Temple Bar, New York City

Head bartender Samantha Casuga offers "Sunday Morning" viewers some classic cocktail recipes.

Rick Springfield and Richard Marx muse on hit songs, martinis, their meet-cute and psychedelics

The pair of '80s pop rock heartthrobs dish about their decades-old friendship before taking the stage together for three nights of acoustic concerts in SoCal.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 12

Opinion: What Exactly Is Matt Rempe Doing In The NHL? Make It Make Sense

Ken Campbell says the Rangers' Matt Rempe can't hit without hurting someone, can't fight and can't produce, which pretty much precludes him from playing in the best league in the world.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 30

Photos: What Makes Cher the Icon She Is Today?

The things that make Cher Cher.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - 7 hours ago

Scare tactics: scientists offer insights on what makes a perfect prank

Researchers come up with theory for why ‘jump scares’ are often followed by laughter – with advice on how to find ‘sweet spot’ of fear. Whether it’s a friend jumping out from behind a bush or ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

‘What a privilege … ’ trend catches on as gratitude makes social media comeback

Posts lauding anything from running in the rain to tiredness and a comfy bed are springing up on Instagram and TikTok. “What a privilege it is to run in the rain. What a privilege it is to have a ...

World - The Guardian - November 2

What to make of Iowa poll showing Kamala Harris with lead in the state

Some fairly shocking numbers came out over the weekend in the Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa poll that showed Kamala Harris leading Donald Trump in Iowa 47% to 44% among likely voters. CBS News ...

What makes a good leader? Being able to listen, say young people

Being relatable, having empathy and showing determination are some of the qualities younger generations look for in leaders.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Does a HELOC make sense with inflation rising again? What experts say

With inflation rising and HELOC interest rates variable, homeowners may be wondering about the value of acting now.

Tariffs sound simple — and that’s what makes them so fiendish

Donald Trump’s threat of 25% levies on Canada and Mexico is a hard one to hedge

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

What makes walking so great for your health and what else you need to do

Health experts say walking is an easy way to improve physical and mental health, bolster fitness and prevent disease

Health - ABC News - November 14

Never mind what Rachel Reeves did long ago at the Bank of England: what claims do you make on your CV? | Emma Brockes

The chancellor is said to have ‘rounded up’ her years of service. But if she did plump up her working achievements a bit, who hasn’t?. There are lies, evasions and manipulations by politicians ...

World - The Guardian - November 21

Kamala Harris could make history as America’s first woman president: What do women think about it?

CNBC Make It spoke with women across the U.S. about the issues influencing their vote and the possibility of having the first-ever female president.

Business - CNBC - October 31

Willie Nelson on his new album, cannabis cookbook, Kris Kristofferson and what makes a good song

Willie Nelson, who is 91, will release “Last Leaf on the Tree" on Friday, his second studio album this year

Entertainment - ABC News - November 1

Willie Nelson Shares New Album, Cannabis Cookbook, and What Makes a Song a Hit

Legendary musician Willie Nelson released his 153rd album and has no plan to slow down.

Business - Inc. - November 1

What are red and blue 'mirages,' and how election night vote counts make it hard to tell who will win

Once the last voter casts their ballot in a state and the polls close, the process of revealing the winner begins.

Politics - NBC News - November 5

Breaking down Lions dynamic run game: What makes it so impressive, why it's so difficult to stop

Detroit has the best running back duo in the league

Sports - CBS Sports - November 8

Starbucks’s new CEO is making changes — here’s what customers and industry experts think of them

“It’s about time they stopped charging for all the different milks,” said one restaurant-industry consultant.

Business - MarketWatch - November 9

Kansas City Current vs. North Carolina Courage live stream, TV channel: What makes K.C. so dangerous?

Can the Current make it back to the championship and win?

Sports - CBS Sports - November 9

What to expect when President Trump tries to make tax cut promises reality, even with GOP sweep in Congress

Trump promised tax cuts for individuals and businesses. With deficit hawks in the GOP and bond market fixated on rising debt, a GOP sweep may not be enough.

Business - CNBC - November 12

What to know about Trump and RFK Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" agenda

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to combat "the chronic disease epidemic in this country" in the Trump administration, with the slogan "Make America Healthy Aagain."

Fantasy Football Fact or Fluke: What to make of Anthony Richardson's bounce-back week

Fantasy football analyst and neuroscientist Renee Miller parses through the biggest booms from Week 11 to suss out which breakouts were the real deal.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 19

‘What can we do to make this better?’ Alec Baldwin film Rust finally premieres in Poland

First screening for troubled western whose cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot on set takes place at niche film festival, boycotted by high-profile figures over a separate sexism row. ...

World - The Guardian - November 20

Gig work and startups aren’t the secret to your job success anymore. This is.

Keep small business owners on a profitable path with expanded tax breaks and affordable loans.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

These 3 Abilities Are What Make Sherlock Holmes So Wildly Successful. You Can Cultivate Them, Too

The world’s most famous fictional detective has several impressive skills that you may want to emulate.

Business - Inc. - 6 hours ago

Making sense of sentiment

And Trump equity trades

World - Financial Times - October 31

‘Make IMOEX Great Again’

A quick look at a largely untradeable Trump trade

World - Financial Times - November 6

America Makes a Perilous Choice

How American democracy can endure through a second Trump presidency.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

How To Make TNT In Minecraft

There are plenty of ways to clear an area or get rid of some pesky blocks in Minecraft . However, demolishing a space with TNT is easily the most satisfying way to do so. TNT is more of a gimmick ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 8

Making sense of the COP29 outcome

A greater focus on catalytic public finance will be needed

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

The Division Making N.F.L. History

The N.F.C. North is the first division since the 1970 merger to feature three teams with at least eight victories through Week 12.

Sports - The New York Times - 1 hour ago

What to do and what not to do when you're voting

Voters in the 2024 Election could be confronted with confusing information or misinformation about the voting process. Melissa Mahtani, executive producer of CBS News Confirmed, has a look at ...

Assisted dying bill: What is in proposed law?

The proposed law would allow some terminally ill adults to end their own lives. But there are requirements.

What makes a martini a martini?

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