Most Americans believe recent U.S. military action against Iran has gone too far, and many are worried about affording gasoline, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
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A jury found both Meta and YouTube liable in a first-of-its-kind lawsuit that aimed to hold social media platforms responsible for harm to children using their services.
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With monthly bills coming due, many TSA employees are making difficult choices about how to make ends meet.
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Iran on Wednesday dismissed an American plan to pause the war in the Middle East and launched more attacks on Israel and Gulf Arab countries.
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A tearful Savannah Guthrie said Wednesday that "someone needs to do the right thing" and come forward with information to help the investigation into her mother's apparent abduction.
Taylor Desert, a TSA agent at the Indianapolis airport, says she may look for another job if the shutdown reaches 60 days. “I don’t want to have to spend my entire savings just to afford to keep living,” she said. (AP video: Obed Lamy)
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US President Donald Trump’s approval rating has dropped to a new low amid rising concerns over the US economy and the ongoing war with Iran, according to a new poll. A Reuters/Ipsos survey shows Trump’s approval rating fell to 36%, a four-point decline from the previous week and 11 points be…
The jump in gas prices stemming from the war in Iran has had another impact that may also affect many Americans' finances: higher interest rates.
President Trump's claim this week that talks with Iran were yielding great progress has only raised more confusion over a war whose goals were already unclear.
After the Federal Reserve decided to hold interest rates steady at its March policy meeting, Chairman Jerome Powell conducted a press conference. In it, he was asked whether the economy was facing stagflation. In his very Fed-speak way, Powell said that there was “tension” between the Fed’s dual mandate of maximum employment and stable prices.
An Iranian military spokesperson mocked U.S. attempts at a ceasefire deal Wednesday, insisting that the Americans were only negotiating with themselves.
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As the government shutdown continues, the controversial decision has been made to deploy Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to airports countrywide in an effort to decrease skyrocketing wait times.
Fans eagerly awaiting hot brisket and Beaver-themed shopping at North Carolina’s first Buc-ee’s travel center will have to wait a little longer.
Every year, foreign workers come to the United States on temporary visas to perform agricultural jobs that U.S. workers are not available to fill. These workers are required under federal law to be paid at least a minimum hourly wage. But there are numerous reports of H-2A agricultural workers not being paid, or being underpaid.
The gap is much narrower than earlier polls, which had former Gov. Cooper ahead of Whatley, former chairman of the Republican National Committee, by double digits.
Most Americans believe recent U.S. military action against Iran has gone too far, and many are worried about affording gasoline, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
A jury found both Meta and YouTube liable in a first-of-its-kind lawsuit that aimed to hold social media platforms responsible for harm to children using their services.
With monthly bills coming due, many TSA employees are making difficult choices about how to make ends meet.
Iran on Wednesday dismissed an American plan to pause the war in the Middle East and launched more attacks on Israel and Gulf Arab countries.
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During an investigation that spanned a year and six months, investigators conducted interviews and awaited medical records, the release said.
The person has not been publicly identified as of 2 p.m.
“It doesn't do anything good for anybody involved."
An arrest warrant said the lieutenant had a cut to the head that required stitches.
“I encourage anyone who believes they may qualify for one of the exemptions to contact the Tax Assessing staff soon."
“The constitutional amendment will pass because North Carolinians are ready for this. Property tax bill growth has exceeded inflation in eight out of last 10 years.”
“I enjoyed my time being the mayor but now look forward to new opportunities. I love Old Fort and am excited to see the town continuing to grow."
Since this bridge floods, replacing it is a priority to avoid potential flood damage and add resilience against future natural disasters.

