Dolly Parton's death is shining a new light on the country music icon's philanthropy. The Library of Congress has called Parton a “titan of children’s literacy” for the millions of free books provided monthly through her Imagination Library. Similarly well-known is the $1 million gift she made to Vanderbilt University’s Medical Center to help develop Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine.
Mount Kailash in Tibet is sacred to several religious traditions and draws pilgrims from many places. People missing in the flooding that occurred Wednesday after a glacier collapse along the Nepal-China border included Indian nationals on pilgrimage to Mount Kailash.
A Chinese humanoid robot has set a new 100-meter sprint record of 8.86 seconds in Beijing. This achievement took place Tuesday during China’s World Humanoid Robot Games, an Olympic-style competition now in its second year.
Dolly Parton was a beloved icon whose influence spans music, film and philanthropy. Parton, who died Tuesday, was known for her rhinestone-studded style and quick wit, as she captivated fans across all walks of life. Her music, including hits like “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You,” has become timeless.
President Donald Trump on Friday said the U.S. has entered an agreement with Venezuela to take control of 65 billion barrels of the South American country’s oil reserves.
Kehlani headlines this week’s concert lineup in Charlotte. The two-time Grammy Award-winning R&B singer will be performing at Truliant Amphitheater on Tuesday night at 6:30p.m.
Officers are now pivoting their focus to this problem that is affecting the city.
Joan Rubinger overcame a catastrophic biking accident to become an influential pain-relief specialist helping top-tier athletes get back on the field after suffering injuries.
Nepal’s disaster management authority said the number of people reported missing after a flash flood along the Himalayan border between Nepal and China has doubled to 1,924. The update on Friday came as rescuers worked through mud and debris in areas devastated by Wednesday's disaster.
Streams of Dolly Parton's music have skyrocketed since her death on Tuesday. The data and analytics company Luminate found that audio and video streams of Parton’s discography jumped 2,109% on the day of her death, compared to Monday.
Scattered showers and storms move through this afternoon and evening. Isolated storms could produce localized flooding, frequent lightning and damaging wind gusts.
College can be a first taste of financial independence for many students, but everyday expenses can add up quickly.
Glaciologist highlights the growing risks in the Himalayas following the devastating flooding in Nepal.
Adam Wurtzel spoke with Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons of duo Stanley Simmons to learn more about their music and upcoming Charlotte tour stop.
Adam Wurtzel challenged his Rising co-hosts with another round of Rising original game, Blurred Lines.
Ring camera video shows dogs fall out of the back of an open U-Haul truck on Claiborne Woods Drive Wednesday morning before the dogs attacked a woman in her front yard.
Rescue teams and military helicopters are searching for hundreds of missing people along the Nepal-China border. That's where a deadly torrent of water and mud several stories high swept through communities Wednesday following a glacier collapse.
The Mint Hill Police responded to an alleged road rage incident involving a firearm on school property.
Peter Cullen, the iconic voice actor behind Optimus Prime and Eeyore, has died at 85.
This airline announced on Thursday a new service from Charlotte to Barcelona.
In this week’s Rising Spotlight, Tonya Rivens chats with Brandi Jones, the executive director of Angels and Sparrows, along with a very special guest David, who has personally felt the impact of this organization.
Four people are injured after a frightening dog attack in Northwest Charlotte. Police are still looking for the owners of the seven dogs involved.
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