Weird News

Charlotte Man Wins 'Unbelievable' $200,000 Second-Chance Prize

A Charlotte man beat the odds to win a second-chance drawing from the North Carolina Education Lottery.

The Golden Globes Return Tuesday In a 1-Year Audition

After going dark for a year, the Golden Globes return to the air Tuesday on a one-year audition to try to win back their awards-season perch.

Prince Harry Accuses Camilla of 'Dangerous' Leaks to Media

Prince Harry has accused his stepmother, Camilla, the queen consort, of leaking private conversations to the media to burnish her own reputation.

Drone Leads to Arrest of Felony Assault Suspect

UCSO Charlie Squad patrol deputies assisted the Monroe Police Department in the investigation of a felony assault that occurred at the Quick Stop Pantry on North Rocky River Road over the weekend.

Analysis: Teammates Gave Damar Hamlin the Ultimate Tribute

An emotional week for the NFL filled with fear, tears, prayer and uncertainty ended with exciting games, dramatic finishes and a celebration for Damar Hamlin.

Gaston County Woman Wins $100,000 on New Scratch-Off Game

Joyce Gilchrist of Gastonia tried her luck on a $5 scratch-off ticket and won the first $100,000 prize in a new lottery game.

Nurses Go on Strike at 2 Big New York City Hospitals

Nurses at two of New York City's largest hospitals went on strike Monday in a dispute over pay and staffing levels after a weekend of negotiations did not produce a deal for a new contract.

Don't Sweat It; Still a Chance to Win $940M Mega Millions

Lottery players whose numbers didn't hit or who forgot to even buy a ticket will have another shot at a nearly $1 billion Mega Millions prize when a drawing is held Friday night.

Prince Harry's Book Exposes Grief, War, Drugs, Family Rifts

Bereaved boy, troubled teen, wartime soldier, unhappy royal — many facets of Prince Harry are revealed in his explosive memoir, often in eyebrow-raising detail.

Chargers Surprise Colorado Hero with Super Bowl Tickets

One of the men who helped stop the gunman during the Club Q shooting in Colorado Springs just got the surprise of a lifetime.

Jeremy Renner Posts Update from ICU

Avengers star Jeremy Renner says he's getting pampered in the hospital after his snow plow accident on New Year's Day.

What the Tech: Talk to Your Dog

FluentPet is a device that trains dogs and cats to communicate with their owners using human words.

Don't Waste Your Money: Skimpflation

"Shrinkflation" was one of the biggest buzz words of 2022, with grocery products raising prices and giving us less all the time. But for 2023, there appears to be a new trend called "skimp-flation.

Woman Charged with Repeatedly Poisoning Husband

A Wisconsin woman accused of repeatedly poisoning her veterinarian husband with animal euthanasia drugs has been charged with attempted first-degree intentional homicide.

Man Who Had Snow Stuffed in Mouth During Arrest Files Suit

An Ohio man who had snow stuffed into his mouth by a police officer during an arrest in Akron has filed an excessive force lawsuit against the city and several officers.

Delta Says Free Wi-Fi Coming to Many US Flights Next Month

Delta Air Lines will provide free Wi-Fi service on most of its U.S. flights starting in February, CEO Ed Bastian announced Thursday at the CES technology trade show.