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Drone expert unpacks mysterious sightings across Northeast
A string of drone sightings across parts of the Northeast has prompted federal officials to ban drone flights temporarily in 22 towns throughout New Jersey and some neighborhoods around airports in ...CBS News - 1d -
The science behind yawning and its mysterious behavior
It's something we all do, but why? Behavioral biologist Andrew Gallup joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explore the science behind yawning.CBS News - 1d -
Biden comments on dangers of mysterious drones in U.S.
President Biden says there doesn't appear to be anything nefarious behind the mysterious drones sighted in New Jersey and other states. CBS News' Tom Hanson breaks down what remains unknown about ...CBS News - 3d -
Brazen, mysterious ‘drone’ incursions now a major crisis
Over the past five years, unknown drones have been causing alarm by flying over critical infrastructure and military facilities with complete impunity, leaving local, state and federal authorities ...The Hill - 4d -
Mystery drone sightings fuel spread of internet theories
One Facebook group has swelled to over 70,000 members as people speculate about the source of the drones.CBS News - 5d -
Lawmakers react to mysterious drone sightings
The FBI and Department of Homeland Security say there is "no evidence of a current threat to public safety" or of foreign influence regarding the mysterious drones that have been spotted in at ...CBS News - 5d -
Mysterious drones spotted in at least 6 states
The search for answers continues as mysterious drones have now been spotted in at least six states. Local authorities are urging the federal government to give them more control over their skies, ...CBS News - 5d -
Eye Opener: Surge of mysterious drone sightings in Northeast
Lawmakers from both parties demand answers and federal action after an increase in mysterious drone sightings in the Northeast. Also, a rare tornado leaves a trail of destruction in Northern ...CBS News - 5d -
Mystery continues to surround reported drone sightings
There is continued concern and confusion over reports of drone sightings in New Jersey. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said there is no known foreign involvement. Shanelle Kaul ...CBS News - 6d -
Thousands of East Coast drone sightings spark mystery
Thousands of drone sightings along the East Coast have ignited a mystery. Security agencies are challenged with answering why clusters of drones have been reported over at least seven states. Ali ...CBS News - Dec. 14 -
On the hunt for mystery drones
The search for answers grows as more mystery drones are spotted over New Jersey, New York, and a handful of other states. NBC News' Maya Eaglin reports.NBC News - Dec. 15 -
The mysterious origins of Pennsylvania Dutch eggnog
Philadelphia is home to the Liberty Bell and the iconic statue of Rocky Balboa, but it's also the birthplace of the popular holiday drink Pennsylvania Dutch eggnog. The drink is made in ...CBS News - Dec. 14 -
Mystery drones: Where they have been spotted?
Drone sightings have continued in recent weeks around the country and have also been reported at European military bases.The Hill - Dec. 14 -
Mayorkas: No evidence to suggest mystery drones are ‘nefarious’
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas suggested that the mysterious drones reportedly spotted in the skies of New Jersey and around the country are not "nefarious" nor a "threat." "We know ...The Hill - Dec. 13 -
Trump calls for mystery drones to be shot down
President-elect Trump on Friday evening called for authorities to shoot down the mysterious drones that have been seen in the skies of New Jersey and around the country. He also suggested the ...The Hill - Dec. 13 -
The New Jersey Drone Mystery May Not Actually Be That Mysterious
A flurry of drone sightings across New Jersey and New York has sparked national intrigue and US government responses. But experts are pouring cold water on America’s hottest new conspiracy theory.Wired - Dec. 13 -
Mysterious drones reported in New York, Pennsylvania and Maryland
New York, Pennsylvania and Maryland residents are joining those in New Jersey reporting mysterious drones hovering in the sky. Federal officials have offered little information on their purpose. ...CBS News - Dec. 13 -
Drone expert on mysterious sightings as officials call for answers
New York City lawmakers are calling on the NYPD and the federal government to solve the growing drone mystery spreading across the northeast after several recent sightings across multiple states. ...CBS News - Dec. 13 -
Mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey spread to Maryland
Mysterious drones have been spotted buzzing over neighborhoods, businesses, and military bases across the U.S., with sightings now expanding from New Jersey to Maryland. Now, a group of lawmakers ...NBC News - Dec. 13 -
Werner Herzog's ‘Theater of Thought’ Explores the Mysteries of the Brain
In “Theater of Thought,” he talks to scientists and other experts about consciousness, quantum computing and whether parrots understand human speech.The New York Times - Dec. 13 -
Details on mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey
There are far more questions than answers about the mysterious drones that have been spotted over New Jersey in recent weeks. The Pentagon said Wednesday they don't appear to be coming from ...CBS News - Dec. 12 -
Mysterious wave of New Jersey drone sightings prompts concern
New Jersey residents looking skyward have been left baffled by dozens of drone sightings since last month. On Wednesday, Homeland Security officials and New Jersey State Police met state lawmakers ...CBS News - Dec. 11 -
Mystery disease in Congo might be malaria but more testing is needed: authorities
Authorities say the mystery flu-like illness that has killed dozens of people in southwest Congo in recent weeks might be malariaABC News - Dec. 11 -
Pentagon denies foreign entity behind mysterious New Jersey drones
The Pentagon on Wednesday denied that any foreign country was behind the mysterious drones that have flown near sensitive U.S. military sites in New Jersey. Pentagon deputy press secretary Sabrina ...The Hill - Dec. 11 -
Officials calling for more action, information on mysterious drones over New Jersey
The White House says the mysterious drones that have been spotted over New Jersey and parts of New York City are not foreign, but federal agents are investigating and state officials are calling ...CBS News - Dec. 11 -
Authorities say the mystery disease in Congo might be malaria but more testing is needed
Authorities say the mystery flu-like illness that has killed dozens of people in southwest Congo in recent weeks might be malariaABC News - Dec. 11 -
Some ‘mystery disease’ patients in DRC have malaria, WHO says
UN health body says patients could have more than one disease as unidentified illness continues to cause alarm. Ten patients suffering from a mystery disease that has broken out in the Democratic ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Dog’s return only adds to mystery of Canadian man missing in wilderness
Jim Barnes, 28, and his golden retriever disappeared on a hunting trek in a remote area of British Columbia. Weeks later, Murphy’s homecoming is a sliver of good news. When Micaela Sawyer saw the ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Large mystery drones flying over neighborhoods in New York and New Jersey
Swarms of large drones, some described as big as cars, are flying over neighborhoods in New Jersey and New York. One even flew over a meeting of Pentagon leaders in California. NBC News' George ...NBC News - Dec. 8 -
In Congo, a Medical Mystery Offers Clues to the Mpox Epidemic
In a remote Congolese town, a medical mystery led to the discovery of alarming changes in the mpox virus and, eventually, to a global health emergency.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
A Mysterious Respiratory Disease Has the Democratic Republic of the Congo on High Alert
The WHO has sent epidemiologists to the country to uncover the cause of the illness, which has killed more than 70 people, half of them children.Wired - Dec. 6 -
Richard Hamilton, Who Helped Solve a Mathematical Mystery, Dies at 81
He came up with an innovative equation called the Ricci flow that helped mathematicians explore fundamental questions that were once out of reach.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Crime-solving techniques may have solved medieval art mystery
A court handwriting expert may have helped reveal true identity of a leading Byzantine painter.CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Congo investigating mystery flu-like disease that's killed at least 71
Congo's health minister says the government is "on general alert" over an unidentified disease that's killed dozens of people, about half of whom were children.CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Scientists close to solving mystery of how universe's giant galaxies formed
‘Cosmic collisions’ 12bn years ago could be key to understanding formation, say researchers. Galaxies crashing together 12bn years ago could have caused the universe’s biggest galaxies to form, ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Mysterious illness in Congo has killed dozens of people, health authorities report
A mysterious disease with flu-like symptoms has killed dozens of people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to health officials.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
America’s Hidden Racial Divide: A Mysterious Gap in Psychosis Rates
Black Americans experience schizophrenia and related disorders at twice the rate of white Americans. It’s a disparity that has parallels in other cultures.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Health officials investigate mystery disease in southwest Congo after 143 deaths
Medical experts have been sent to southwestern Congo after a mystery disease killed dozens of people over two weeks, authorities saidABC News - Dec. 3 -
Health officials investigate mystery disease in southwest Congo after 143 deaths
Medical experts have been sent to southwestern Congo after a mystery disease killed dozens of people over two weeks, authorities saidABC News - Dec. 3 -
New evidence uncovered in Princes in Tower mystery
A Huddersfield professor finds the first reference in 540 years of any item belonging to the princes.BBC News - Dec. 3