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Former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon has died at the age of 85. As a soldier, as a general, and as Israel's prime minister, Sharon was relentless in his defense of the Jewish State and ruthless ... more » Former Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon has died at the age of 85. As a soldier, as a general, and as Israel's prime minister, Sharon was relentless in his defense of the Jewish State and ruthless when dealing with its enemies. Charlie D'Agata reports.« less

Egyptians are set to vote on a referendum to the country's constitution. If approved, the charter would replace the one passed by Mohammed Morsi in 2012. Egyptian authorities have deployed nearly 400, more » Egyptians are set to vote on a referendum to the country's constitution. If approved, the charter would replace the one passed by Mohammed Morsi in 2012. Egyptian authorities have deployed nearly 400,000 soldier and police officers to secure polling stations across the country. CBS News' Alex Ortiz reports from Cairo.« less

A group of tourists at the southern tip of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula were treated to a show by a group of killer whales. A group of tourists at the southern tip of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula were treated to a show by a group of killer whales.« less

Flash Points: CBS News National Security Correspondent Bob Orr and CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate discuss the finalization of an interim deal to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Flash Points: CBS News National Security Correspondent Bob Orr and CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate discuss the finalization of an interim deal to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions.« less

Residents of Tokamachi, Japan continued a tradition that has been in place since the 18th century - throwing husbands in the snow. The custom, practiced every January 15th, is believed to have started more » Residents of Tokamachi, Japan continued a tradition that has been in place since the 18th century - throwing husbands in the snow. The custom, practiced every January 15th, is believed to have started as retaliation against outsiders who married local girls. This year, three kimono-clad husbands were carried to the top of a hill and thrown into six feet of snow. They then rolled down the slope to their waiting wives.« less

Flash Points: CBS News National Security Correspondent Bob Orr talks with CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate, who sees limited options to quell violence in Iraq now that all U.S. tr more » Flash Points: CBS News National Security Correspondent Bob Orr talks with CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate, who sees limited options to quell violence in Iraq now that all U.S. troops are gone from that country.« less

While filming a prank off the coast of Australia, Shaun Harrington came face to face with a giant tiger shark. Harrington was filming the video in an effort to promote his clothing line, when the shar more » While filming a prank off the coast of Australia, Shaun Harrington came face to face with a giant tiger shark. Harrington was filming the video in an effort to promote his clothing line, when the shark made a beeline right for him.« less

A car bomb killed four people Tuesday in a residential neighborhood of Beirut, Lebanon, known to support Shi'ite militant group Hezbollah. Lebanon's Al Manar television channel broadcast closed circui more » A car bomb killed four people Tuesday in a residential neighborhood of Beirut, Lebanon, known to support Shi'ite militant group Hezbollah. Lebanon's Al Manar television channel broadcast closed circuit television footage it says was the moment of explosion.« less

?A 220-pound catfish more than 8 feet long was caught in Damasa, Slovakia.? Experts estimate the catfish had been hiding underwater for around 40 years. Usually a catfish would be dinner, but this fis more » ?A 220-pound catfish more than 8 feet long was caught in Damasa, Slovakia.? Experts estimate the catfish had been hiding underwater for around 40 years. Usually a catfish would be dinner, but this fish was released back to the water.« less

Pope Francis spoke to reporters on his way home from Brazil, addressing some historically controversial topics, including gay and female priests. Adriana Diaz reports. Pope Francis spoke to reporters on his way home from Brazil, addressing some historically controversial topics, including gay and female priests. Adriana Diaz reports.« less