House rejects Trump-backed plan on government shutdown, leaving next steps uncertain
The House rejected President-elect Donald Trump's new plan Thursday to fund federal operations and suspend the debt ceiling a day before a government shutdown.
Big Lots planning going out of business sales at all locations
Discount retailer Big Lots says it does not believe its sale to a private equity firm will happen, so it is planning going out of business sales for its remaining locations.
Government shutdown at risk as Trump's demands put Speaker Johnson in a bind
A government shutdown at risk, House Speaker Mike Johnson is fighting to figure out how to meet President-elect Donald Trump’s sudden demands — and keep his own job.
Suspect in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO will return to New York to face murder charges
The man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare’s CEO will return to New York to face murder charges. Luigi Mangione agreed on Thursday to be extradited at a court appearance in Pennsylvania where he was arrested last week after five days on the run.
Appeals court removes prosecutor Fani Willis from GA election case against Trump and others
A state appeals court has removed Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from the Georgia election interference case against Donald Trump and others.
The best Christmas movies for every mood
'Tis the season for spirited and winless debates about what the best Christmas movie is. Associated Press Film Writers Lindsey Bahr and Jake Coyle list the best Christmas movies for every mood.
Amazon workers strike at multiple facilities as Teamsters seek labor contract
Workers at seven Amazon facilities are on strike. The union said that the workers are joining the picket line Thursday after Amazon ignored a Sunday deadline the union set for contract negotiations.
What the Tech: Desktop gadgets
CHARLOTTE, NC -- Gift Guide: Tech Accessories Your Friends and Family Secretly Crave Let's face it, we all know someone who practically lives behind a computer screen. Whether they're a workaholic, a gamer, or…
NC Therapy K9 wins award for her work after Helene
Kora, the therapy dog for the Asheville, North Carolina police department, is receiving a national award.
Federal Reserve cuts its key rate by a quarter-point but envisions fewer reductions next year
The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate by a quarter-point — its third cut this year — but also signaled that it expects to reduce rates more slowly next year than it previously envisioned, largely because of still-elevated inflation.
What a merger between Nissan and Honda could mean
Japanese automakers Nissan Motor Corp. and Honda Motor Co. have confirmed that they are discussing closer collaboration but denied reports they have decided on a merger.
Senate passes defense bill that will raise troop pay and aims to counter China's power
The Senate has passed a defense bill that authorize significant pay raises for junior enlisted service members and boost overall military spending to $895 billion. It also strips coverage of transgender medical treatments for children of military members.
Federal Reserve expected to cut rates again
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates once more before the end of the year.
Starliner astronauts' return to Earth delayed until March
Two astronauts stuck on the ISS see another delay for their return to Earth.
Latest school shooting has some parents asking 'What are the signs?'
A 15-year-old girl killed a student and a teacher before killing herself in Wisconsin. Investigators say finding the shooter's motive is a top priority moving forward. Some parents are asking if adults may have missed any warning signs.
NASA astronauts return to Earth delayed again
What was scheduled to be a near one week trip to space will turn into at least 9 months for NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams.
Conor McGregor says he's in negotiations with Logan Paul for boxing exhibition in India
Conor McGregor says he’s in negotiations to fight Logan Paul in a boxing exhibition in India.
Pharrell Williams is named a UNESCO goodwill ambassador
Pop star and fashion designer Pharrell Williams was named UNESCO’s goodwill ambassador for artistic education and entrepreneurship on Tuesday in Paris, continuing his cultural dominance of the French capital as Louis Vuitton menswear artistic director and performer at Notre Dame Cathedral’s reopening earlier this month.
Jill Biden says she has closed the book on teaching at Northern Virginia Community College
Jill Biden has closed the book on her teaching career at a Virginia community college.
Event promoters, hotels and lodging sites soon will have to disclose extra fees up front
The Federal Trade Commission on Tuesday said it will soon require hotels, vacation rental platforms and live event promoters to disclose any fees up front when they list prices.
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