High-tech devices are used for instant communication. But one message is fascinating for the slowness of its remarkable ocean voyage. Jamie Yuccas speaks to two teens who have connected through a message in a bottle. Source
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Vacation destinations help travelers unplug, literally
Miraval Berkshires is an all-inclusive resort that promises to awaken your senses if you can put your phone to sleep. Source
Pilot program tests new fee to replace gas tax
Taxes on gasoline have long helped pay for our roadways. As millions of Americans pile into their cars this summer, they’ll be riding on roads largely funded by the gasoline tax. But what happens when more vehicles go electric and drive right by the pump? Brook Silva-Braga looks at the solutions now being taken for a test drive. Source
HBO Max subscribers respond to intern’s mistake with funny stories
Even Monica Lewinsky, who had an affair with former President Bill Clinton when she was a White House intern, offered words of encouragement. Source
From 2002: Fashion designer Ralph Rucci
In July 2002 designer Ralph Rucci was the first American in over 60 years to be invited to show his own couture collection in Paris. In a report that aired on “Sunday Morning” October 27, 2002, Rucci talked with correspondent Martha Teichner about his inspirations, from Cristóbal Balenciaga to Asian spiritualism, and the obsessive perfectionism that runs through his workroom. Teichner also talked with New York Times fashion critic Cathy Horyn, and with Joan Kaner, fashion director of Neiman Marcus, about Rucci’s impact. Source
Shocking video shows 2 children caught in the middle of NYC shooting
Disturbing video captured a brazen shooting in New York City. CBS New York reports a gunman appears to ambush his target in the middle of a Bronx street, and two innocent children are caught in the commotion. Source
Shocking video shows kids caught in middle of NYC shooting
In the video, the 10-year-old girl can be see hugging her 5-year-old brother, all while the gunman keeps firing. Source
Iran elects hard-line president amid historically low voter turnout
Ebrahim Raisi dominated the election only after a panel under the watch of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei disqualified his strongest competition. Source
Chef Tristen Epps and Derek Fleming pay homage to African American, Caribbean heritage with new restaurant
Derek Fleming and Chef Tristen Epps are cooking up soulful specialties at “Red Rooster,” which occupies hallowed ground in Miami’s Overtown section. For “The Dish,” Michelle Miller gets a taste of some of the restaurant’s colorful history. Source
Iran elects hard-line president with turnout historically low
Ebrahim Raisi dominated the election only after a panel under the watch of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei disqualified his strongest competition. Source