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American Airlines is trying to crack down on a travel hack

North Carolina was ground zero in the nationwide fight over transgender rights with the passage of its 2016 “bathroom bill.”

Almost seven in ten of the 2,926 candidates who took the CFP Certification Exam in July passed.

Wolfspeed (NYSE:WOLF) shares dropped about 13% in pre-market Thursday after the company reported results for its fiscal fourth quarter.

fatally shot the driver who hit and killed his teenage son with a truck, police said.Chad Woods and his son were walking home after running out of gas Monday morning at around 6:30 a.m., Person Country Sheriff Jason Wilborn told reporters. That’s when a vehicle, belonging to the N.C. Department of Corrections,crashed into Woods’ 17-year-old son.

VinFast Auto soared on its first day in the public markets, boosting the fortune of its billionaire founder.

Clarence Avant, the manager, entrepreneur, facilitator and adviser who helped launch or guide the careers of Quincy Jones, Bill Withers and many others and came to be known as the «Black Godfather» of entertainment and beyond has died at 92

The White House is taking on “junk fees,” those extra charges tacked on to plane tickets, hotel rooms, hospital bills and more

Clarence Avant, renowned as «The Black Godfather» of the music and entertainment world, passed away at the age of 92 on Sunday. He died at his residence in Los Angeles, as confirmed by a statement issued by his son Alex Avant, daughter Nicole Avant, and son-in-law Ted Sarandos on Monday. Originating from North Carolina, Avant transitioned into a pivotal figure in the entertainment industry after relocating to Los Angeles during the late 1960s.

American Airlines flight reportedly plummeted over 15,000 feet in just three minutes. As per report in the Fox Business, the incident occurred on American Airlines Flight 5916, which was travelling from Charlotte, North Carolina, to Gainesville, Florida. Reportedly, the crew reported a potential pressurisation problem on the plane, prompting the aircraft to descend rapidly.

Some private insurers are balking at paying for the first drug fully approved to slow mental decline in Alzheimer’s patients

adenovirus, responsible for mild cold and flu symptoms, to the occurrence of blood clotting and low platelet levels in the body. The study's findings were shared in the reputable New England Journal of Medicine.

Leo M. Lambert, Elon University; Isis Artze-Vega, Valencia College; Oscar Miranda Tapia, North Carolina State University, and Peter Felten, Elon University What’s the best advice you can give to a new college student? Connections are everything. Research for decades has shown that the relationships students cultivate in college – with professors, staff and fellow students – are key to success.

By Nate Raymond

Mega Millions jackpot has been claimed, but the game goes on with a fresh start. The jackpot now stands at a modest $20 million, offering a cash alternative of $9.9 million. Following the successful ticket purchase for Tuesday's draw in Neptune Beach, Florida, the jackpot returns to its baseline. This reset is in contrast to the previous build-up since April. The year has witnessed six winners of the Mega Millions jackpot, including the mammoth $1.348 billion triumph in January.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) — U.S. consumer prices increased moderately in July amid lower costs for goods, including used motor vehicles, a trend that could persuade the Federal Reserve to leave interest rates unchanged next month.

By Nate Raymond

Eli Lilly’s diabetes treatment Mounjaro, which is widely used for weight loss, raked in nearly $1 billion in second-quarter sales, or more than $200 million above what Wall Street had expected

severe weather conditions in Western North Carolina. A tornado watch has been issued until 7 p.m. for several counties in the region, including Avery, Buncombe, Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Jackson, Macon, Madison, Mitchell, Swain, and Yancey. The main concerns are strong winds and hail, with the possibility of isolated tornadoes. These conditions are expected to occur as a cold front moves into the area around 4 p.m. and continues until 7 or 8 p.m. Tuesday is forecasted to be the most pleasant day of the week, providing relief for students in Greenville County as they begin their new school year. However, before that, Monday afternoon and evening may bring strong to severe storms to the region. Damaging winds are the primary concern, with gusts reaching up to 60 mph or even higher. There may also be isolated areas of hail, and a brief tornado is not entirely ruled out. The system is expected to pass quickly, accompanied by heavy rain and lightning. By around 8 p.m., most, if not all, of the rain should have cleared out of the area, with just a few lingering downpours. The following day, Tuesday, is expected to offer dry skies, lower humidity, and pleasant weather for kids starting their first day of school. As the week progresses, more unsettled weather may return, so it's essential to stay updated on the latest forecasts and be prepared for any changes in conditions.

By Simon Lewis and David Brunnstrom

The Charlotte Hornets have announced that the sale of the majority stake in the franchise from six-time NBA champion Michael Jordan to Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall has been finalized