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Judge says Paramount and Warner must halt merger for at least two weeks, granting states’ request

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A federal judge on Monday ordered Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to halt their $81 billion merger for at least two weeks, allowing states that are challenging the deal more time to see their case through in court.

3 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives

‘The Odyssey’ review: Christopher Nolan’s epic is mythic, massive moviemaking

Three ancient warriors in leather and metal armor with plumed helmets stand on a sandy hill against a clear blue sky, with the central figure wearing a red crest.

"The Odyssey" has arrived. "Oppenheimer" director Christopher Nolan delivers an unbelievably immersive and impressive interpretation of the epic story. Read our review for more.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle

Man charged with hate crimes after confrontation with ‘Today’ show’s Melvin at NBC studio

A 40-year-old New York man faces hate crime charges following a confrontation with "Today" show host Craig Melvin at NBC's studio...

3 days ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle

How a young Alabama man has become a leading — and booming — opera voice

Nicholas Brownlee had just fallen in love with opera and was eager to see if his emerging bass-baritone voice could handle Richard Wagner's...

4 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

‘Jurassic Park’ actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia, agent says

Actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia and will be honored at a private family memorial at his New Zealand farm later, his agent told The Associated Press...

4 days ago in Entertainment, World

Hong Kong booksellers are reportedly arrested over alleged sales of seditious publications

Hong Kong authorities have raided two bookstores and arrested five people on suspicion of selling allegedly seditious publications, local media reported Wednesday, in the latest...

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Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate expected in Miami court

Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate are scheduled to appear before a federal magistrate in Miami on Monday after they were arrested to face rape and sex trafficking charges in the United Kingdom.

3 days ago in Lifestyle, National, Trending

Lettuce at Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite

Federal health officials have identified lettuce from Mexico served at Taco Bell locations across five U.S. states as a source of the widespread outbreak of...

3 days ago in National

China warns of reciprocal countermeasures after US shortens foreign journalist visas

By DIDI TANG Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration announced Thursday it will drastically shorten visas for foreign…

6 days ago in National

An experimental Alzheimer’s drug shows some promise as researchers hunt new approaches

An experimental drug might help slow early Alzheimer's disease in a markedly different way than today's treatments — by lowering levels of a brain protein called tau, researchers reported Tuesday.

6 days ago in National

Darline Graham Nordone, sister of Lindsey Graham, chosen to fulfill remainder of his US Senate term

Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, has been named as his temporary replacement in the U.S. Senate after his unexpected death over the weekend.

2 weeks ago in National

El Nino powers up as forecasters predict historic strength and a rainier winter for the US South

An intensifying El Nino, nature's heat-releasing thermostat that spikes global temperatures, is heading to historically strong levels, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Thursday.

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Andy Burnham becomes the UK’s seventh prime minister in a decade after Starmer resigns

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said politicians "need to be better" as he delivered his first speech Monday as Britain's new leader. Burnham spoke for several minutes outside 10 Downing St., where he promised to end street sleeping by homeless people and deliver a "circuit breaker" for a system he says has taken wrong turns since the 1980s.

3 days ago in World

Andy Burnham is declared leader of UK’s Labour Party, pledges to restore hope

Andy Burnham was officially declared leader of Britain's governing Labour Party on Friday, promising to bring hope to the British people and...

4 days ago in Entertainment, World

Hong Kong booksellers are reportedly arrested over alleged sales of seditious publications

Hong Kong authorities have raided two bookstores and arrested five people on suspicion of selling allegedly seditious publications, local media reported Wednesday, in the latest...

1 week ago in Trending, World

Charles hosted Prince Harry and family for first time in years as they try to repair a family rift

King Charles III hosted Prince Harry and met with his family for the first time in years Friday as they try to repair a rift that has persisted since his youngest son and wife quit royal life and moved to America six years ago.

1 week ago in World

One of Spain’s deadliest wildfires has killed at least 12 people, with 23 others missing

One of Spain's deadliest wildfires on record killed 12 people overnight into Friday, authorities said, as soaring temperatures grip much of the country.

3 weeks ago in Religion, World

Vatican cracks down on a traditionalist group by excommunicating its bishops

The Vatican responded aggressively Thursday to a traditionalist group that consecrated bishops without the pope's consent, declaring the Society of St. Pius X had formally broken with the Catholic Church.

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Haywood County I-40 exit ramp to close for 2 weeks for maintenance

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Road closed barrier with orange-and-white striped barricades and a detour sign blocking the road, directing traffic away from the closed area.

The North Carolina Department of Transportation announced that the ramp from U.S. 74 to Interstate 40 West will temporarily close while a contractor conducts maintenance.

2 hours ago in Education, Local

UNC Asheville report keeps South Campus woods in play for development

A "Save the Woods" billboard stands along Future I-26 in Asheville, highlighting community opposition to potential development of UNC Asheville's South Campus woods.

Advisory committee stops short of recommending permanent preservation, instead calling for more planning, environmental review and public input

3 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives

‘The Odyssey’ review: Christopher Nolan’s epic is mythic, massive moviemaking

"The Odyssey" has arrived. "Oppenheimer" director Christopher Nolan delivers an unbelievably immersive and impressive interpretation of the epic story. Read our review for more.

4 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local, Visitors Guide

2 remain critical after deadly shooting on Biltmore Avenue

Asheville police officers and forensic investigators process the scene of a deadly shooting along Biltmore Avenue and Short Coxe Avenue early Sunday morning.

Asheville detectives recover a firearm, continue searching for suspects and ask witnesses to come forward

6 hours ago in Business, Food & Drink, Local

Oak & Grist fights to stay open after Black Mountain town order

Bottles of Oak & Grist Distilling Co. spirits sit on a shelf at a local retailer. The Black Mountain distillery says it is working to address changes required by town officials related to whiskey barrel storage.

Town gives distillery 90 days to make changes; company says restrictions could threaten its future

7 hours ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors

GOES-19 outage: How it affected Asheville weather forecasts

NOAA’s Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites (GOES)–R Series is the Western Hemisphere’s most sophisticated weather-observing and environmental-monitoring system.

A rare NOAA satellite disruption temporarily reduced real-time weather imagery, but Asheville-area forecasters continued tracking storms using radar and other tools

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3 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives

‘The Odyssey’ review: Christopher Nolan’s epic is mythic, massive moviemaking

"The Odyssey" has arrived. "Oppenheimer" director Christopher Nolan delivers an unbelievably immersive and impressive interpretation of the epic story. Read our review for more.

7 hours ago in Lifestyle

How to keep babies safe when temperatures soar

Infants, toddlers and young children need outdoor activity to build strong bodies and minds, but they also require extra care in the heat. In the summer months, those twin imperatives can make parents anxious. How long should kids be out? How do I know they're OK? What should I avoid?

2 days ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Lifestyle, Local, Photo

ReMix It launches youth photography contest in Asheville

Shop display of handmade craft items: framed photos, jewelry, trinkets, and small boxes arranged on shelves with price tags and baskets beneath.

Local kids ages 9-17 are invited to participate in Found It!, a youth photography contest organized by ReMix It, a West Asheville art supply store.

3 days ago in Lifestyle, Sports

MLB restricts dugout iPad use to prevent use of AI to make decisions

Major League Baseball is restricting iPad usage in dugouts to prevent the tablets from running artificial intelligence to help make...

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