North Carolina opens Bill Belichick's second season with 15-10 win over TCU in Ireland
New quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. threw for 232 yards and North Carolina opened coach Bill Belichick’s second season with a 15-10 win over TCU.
Meep, meep. ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ opens with $15.5 million, 'Spider-Man' stays No. 1 for fifth weekend
Three years after Warner Bros. abruptly canned the Looney Tunes feature “Coyote vs. Acme,” it has a new lease on life thanks to Ketchup Entertainment. The movie debuted with an estimated $15.5 million in ticket sales over the weekend. For the fifth weekend in a row, “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” topped the North American box office.
Army to spend $2B to build nuclear microreactors at 5 bases as US seeks to ramp up nuclear power
The U.S. Army has announced plans to add nuclear microreactors at five military bases from New York to Texas as a reliable energy source independent of the commercial electric grid.
In Dolly Parton’s theology, God and acceptance shared the same stage
Dolly Parton was known for both her faith and acceptance. The beloved country singer's support for the LGBTQ+ community resonated with many, especially queer Christians. Parton's music and public persona consistently promoted acceptance, making her a beacon for those struggling with their identity.
Need spiritual guidance? Gurus join chatbot trend as people turn to AI for answers
An increasing number of spiritual seekers are finding that artificial intelligence is giving them non-judgmental access to spiritual insights. This trend is growing, notably in Hinduism, where gurus are considered essential for spiritual growth.
Dolly Parton's philanthropy was based on 'her belief in the goodness of people'
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.
What to know about the Mount Kailash pilgrimage site after floods in Nepal and Tibet
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.
Dolly Parton built a better world, with rhinestones and songs
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.
Trump says US has entered deal with Venezuela to take control of 65 billion barrels of oil reserves
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.
She was a pain specialist to top athletes. Her opioid prescribing alarmed the DEA
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.
Dolly Parton streams skyrocket after her death, up 2,109% in the US and 1,280% globally
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.
Stanley Simmons coming to Neighborhood Theatre
Adam Wurtzel spoke with Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons of duo Stanley Simmons to learn more about their music and upcoming Charlotte tour stop.
Catastrophic floods kill over 390 in Nepal and Tibet, with more than 1,400 missing
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.
Peter Cullen, prolific voice actor who gave Optimus Prime his authoritative baritone, has died
Peter Cullen, the iconic voice actor behind Optimus Prime and Eeyore, has died at 85.
From CLT to Barcelona coming to an airline near you
This airline announced on Thursday a new service from Charlotte to Barcelona.
Wounded Warrior Project raises awareness about veteran suicide prevention
With Suicide Prevention Month approaching in September, Wounded Warrior Project is raising awareness about veteran suicide and the importance of connecting veterans with support and resources.
ICE officer charged in Minneapolis shooting released in Texas after immediate extradition rejected
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer charged with shooting a man and lying about it during the immigration crackdown in Minneapolis was released from a Texas jail Thursday, after a judge refused to order his return to Minnesota.
Three Secret Service officials have been placed on administrative leave pending investigation
Three U.S. Secret Service officials have been placed on administrative leave, pending the outcome of an investigation by the agency’s professional standards office. The three were operating in non-law-enforcement capacities and were being investigated for potential misconduct, the agency’s public information office reported.
Tim Curry, iconic character actor and 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' star, dies at 80
Tim Curry, a beloved character actor known for his iconic role in “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” has died at 80. He gained fame as Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a role that became a cultural touchstone.
The next Atlantic storm will be named Dolly, but it's not connected to Parton's death
The next tropical storm that develops in the Atlantic this hurricane season will be named Dolly, but it's not connected to Dolly Parton’s death.
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