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FIFA rejects Belgium challenge, Trump calls red card U-turn 'brilliant'

FIFA rejects Belgium challenge, Trump calls red card U-turn 'brilliant'

  • Bo Erickson Reuters

FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended world soccer’s disciplinary process Monday amid criticism after President Donald Trump praised FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s World Cup red-card ban.

Donald Trump admits asking Gianni Infantino to review Folarin Balogun red card

Donald Trump admits asking Gianni Infantino to review Folarin Balogun red card

  • PA Media - News

Credit: The White House. United States President Donald Trump has confirmed he personally asked FIFA president Gianni Infantino to “review” USA striker Folarin Balogun’s red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina, which was controversially overturned on Sunday. Balogun was sent off after VAR re…

US back-to-school bargain hunt starts early as higher bills pressure families

US back-to-school bargain hunt starts early as higher bills pressure families

  • Juveria Tabassum Reuters

The bargain hunting highlights growing anxiety among households facing higher everyday costs and pricier school supplies.

Europe is fighting over air conditioning. What's going on?

Europe is fighting over air conditioning. What's going on?

  • Christopher Cann USA Today

In American suburbs and major cities, air conditioners are everywhere. But in Europe, air conditioning proved divisive.

US Supreme Court supercharges its 'shadow docket,' dividing the justices

US Supreme Court supercharges its 'shadow docket,' dividing the justices

  • Andrew Chung Reuters

Critics for years have raised concerns about the court's increasing willingness to decide major cases using the "shadow docket," saying it lacks transparency and accountability to the public.

Kids in the Creek program seeks to repair river at McDowell greenway for education to continue

Kids in the Creek program seeks to repair river at McDowell greenway for education to continue

  • Mike Conley

“Providing safe access to the river allows us to continue inspiring curiosity, stewardship, and a connection to the natural environment that makes McDowell County such a special place to live and learn.”

Three sons of Iran's slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor

Three sons of Iran's slain leader Khamenei appear at funeral, not his successor

  • Nayera Abdallah and Tala Ramadan Reuters

Three sons of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prayed beside his coffin and those of four other family members Sunday, but the son who succeeded him did not appear.

Bismarck Is the Third-Least Stressed City in America

    Bismarck, N.D., is the third-least stressed city in America, according to a new WalletHub study that compared more than 180 cities across 39 key metrics, ranging from average weekly work hours to unemployment, divorce and suicide rates.

    Missoula Is the 13th-Least Stressed City in America

      Missoula, Mont., is the 13th-least stressed city in America, according to a new WalletHub study that compared more than 180 cities across 39 key metrics, ranging from average weekly work hours to unemployment, divorce and suicide rates.

      Greensboro Is the 88th-Most Stressed City in America

        Greensboro, N.C., is the 88th-most stressed city in America, according to a new WalletHub study that compared more than 180 cities across 39 key metrics, ranging from average weekly work hours to unemployment, divorce and suicide rates.

        Lincoln Is the 5th-Least Stressed City in America

          Lincoln, Neb., is the 5th-least stressed city in America, according to a new WalletHub study that compared more than 180 cities across 39 key metrics, ranging from average weekly work hours to unemployment, divorce and suicide rates.

          Buffalo Is the 65th-Most Stressed City in America

            Buffalo, N.Y., is the 65th-most stressed city in America, according to a new WalletHub study that compared more than 180 cities across 39 key metrics, ranging from average weekly work hours to unemployment, divorce and suicide rates.

            Winston-Salem Is the 68th-Most Stressed City in America

              Winston-Salem, N.C., is the 68th-most stressed city in America, according to a new WalletHub study that compared more than 180 cities across 39 key metrics, ranging from average weekly work hours to unemployment, divorce and suicide rates.

              Tulsa Is the 36th-Most Stressed City in America

                Tulsa, Okla., is the 36th-most stressed city in America, according to a new WalletHub study that compared more than 180 cities across 39 key metrics, ranging from average weekly work hours to unemployment, divorce and suicide rates.

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                Kids in the Creek program seeks to repair river at McDowell greenway for education to continue

                Kids in the Creek program seeks to repair river at McDowell greenway for education to continue

                “Providing safe access to the river allows us to continue inspiring curiosity, stewardship, and a connection to the natural environment that makes McDowell County such a special place to live and learn.”

                Partnership for Young Children concludes role as area referral agency

                Partnership for Young Children concludes role as area referral agency

                The Iredell County Partnership for Young Children announced the conclusion of its role as the Region 9 Child Care Resource & Referral agency.

                About 3,500 lose power in McDowell County; cooling station open Thursday evening

                About 3,500 lose power in McDowell County; cooling station open Thursday evening

                Due to the extreme heat, a cooling station is open at the McDowell Senior Center, located at 100 Spaulding Road, Marion. 

                Revolutionary battle won by Patriots in NC was significant win after fall of Charleston

                Revolutionary battle won by Patriots in NC was significant win after fall of Charleston

                “It was an absolute blitz," one of the museum staff said about the Battle of Ramsour's Mill in Lincoln County.

                State & Regional

                History mystery: One of first printed Declarations of Independence vanished from Old Salem

                History mystery: One of first printed Declarations of Independence vanished from Old Salem

                “It is entirely possible that one day we will find it, and every once in a while, when we're bored with whatever project we're on and need a break, we go on a little wild goose chase down here and start looking."

                Three takeaways from UNC Tar Heels EA Sports College Football 27 ratings

                Three takeaways from UNC Tar Heels EA Sports College Football 27 ratings

                As the college football season nears, EA Sports’ College Football 27 is set for release. 

                Hornets NBA free agency watch: All is quiet following LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges trades

                Hornets NBA free agency watch: All is quiet following LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges trades

                It was already evident based on the activity of the past week. Even though free agency tipped off at 6 p.m. Tuesday, officially giving NBA teams the green light to fire up negotiations with anyone whose contract expired at the end of the league’s fiscal year, the Charlotte Hornets began things on the sideline. With their roster shakeup still fresh from the trades sending previous core members ...

                Carolina Panthers get absolutely shafted in NFL uniform rankings

                Carolina Panthers get absolutely shafted in NFL uniform rankings

                Maybe the Carolina Panthers aren't one of the more popular or successful franchises in the NFL.

                Nation & World

                FIFA rejects Belgium challenge, Trump calls red card U-turn 'brilliant'

                FIFA rejects Belgium challenge, Trump calls red card U-turn 'brilliant'

                FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended world soccer’s disciplinary process Monday amid criticism after President Donald Trump praised FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s World Cup red-card ban.

                Donald Trump admits asking Gianni Infantino to review Folarin Balogun red card

                Donald Trump admits asking Gianni Infantino to review Folarin Balogun red card

                Credit: The White House. United States President Donald Trump has confirmed he personally asked FIFA president Gianni Infantino to “review” USA striker Folarin Balogun’s red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina, which was controversially overturned on Sunday. Balogun was sent off after VAR re…

                US back-to-school bargain hunt starts early as higher bills pressure families

                US back-to-school bargain hunt starts early as higher bills pressure families

                The bargain hunting highlights growing anxiety among households facing higher everyday costs and pricier school supplies.

                Europe is fighting over air conditioning. What's going on?

                Europe is fighting over air conditioning. What's going on?

                In American suburbs and major cities, air conditioners are everywhere. But in Europe, air conditioning proved divisive.

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                Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

                Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

                Kids in the Creek program seeks to repair river at McDowell greenway for education to continue

                Kids in the Creek program seeks to repair river at McDowell greenway for education to continue

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                Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

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                Affiliate content. Learn how to tell if your home has a humidity problem and what you can do to fix it. 

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                Crime

                Can you be arrested for denying your pet vet care? Here’s what NC law says

                Can you be arrested for denying your pet vet care? Here’s what NC law says

                The arrest of a Raleigh man for allegedly denying his dog emergency surgery highlights a facet of North Carolina law that classifies failure to provide such care as animal cruelty. 

                2 Statesville men face federal charges after 25 pit bulls rescued from dog fighting kennel

                2 Statesville men face federal charges after 25 pit bulls rescued from dog fighting kennel

                “It’s unbelievable people still engage in dog fighting activities,” U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson said.

                Hickory Gold King store owner faces federal charge; accused of selling $580,000 in stolen goods

                Hickory Gold King store owner faces federal charge; accused of selling $580,000 in stolen goods

                The U.S. attorney’s office said the stolen items were sold to customers throughout the United States and multiple other countries.

                Person impersonating police pulled over driver in McDowell County, sheriff's office says

                Person impersonating police pulled over driver in McDowell County, sheriff's office says

                The suspect was reportedly armed with a firearm, taser and handcuffs and unlawfully searched both the driver and the vehicle.

                Politics

                NC budget bill ends one incentive for data centers, keeps other tax breaks

                NC budget bill ends one incentive for data centers, keeps other tax breaks

                The General Assembly estimates this will save the state $21.4 million in the upcoming fiscal year, which began Wednesday.

                NC lawmakers want to use AI to boost student performance. Will it help?

                NC lawmakers want to use AI to boost student performance. Will it help?

                Republican state lawmakers could award $5 million in no-bid contracts to use AI for the purpose of providing tutoring support to students. 

                Tar Heels, Wolfpack, Mountaineers set for major revenue boost from sports wagering tax revenue

                Tar Heels, Wolfpack, Mountaineers set for major revenue boost from sports wagering tax revenue

                Senate Bill 257 would permit the N.C. State and UNC Chapel Hill athletic departments to participate for the first time in the tax revenue distribution that could reach up to $5.8 million each. Also potentially eligible for up to $5.8 million is Appalachian State, East Carolina and UNC Charlotte.

                McDowell County commissioners OK budget: 3% raise for employees, no increase in school funding

                McDowell County commissioners OK budget: 3% raise for employees, no increase in school funding

                The commissioners also voted to put a sales tax increase on the ballot this fall.

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