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The USMNT’s World Cup exit stung, especially with star Christian Pulisic sidelined by injury and underwhelming in high-stakes moments. Former teammates Landon Donovan and Tim Howard voiced sharp criticism, calling out Pulisic’s lack of clutch performance and questioning his decision to leave the Belgium match. With just one goal in eight games and multiple turnovers against Belgium, Pulisic’s tour...

Charlie Kirk’s family is demanding full courtroom transparency as the preliminary hearing for his alleged killer, Tyler Robinson, continues — arguing that victims’ right to witness evidence isn’t real if they’re barred from seeing it. Erika Kirk and her legal team filed a motion to force real-time public display of all future evidence, including a damning 4K video of the shooting, and to unseal pr...

Stephanie Turner’s protest against competing against trans athlete Redmond Sullivan takes a dramatic new turn after revealing Sullivan was receiving a $5,000 scholarship per semester—money that vanished after NCAA policy changes. Turner sees this as proof trans athletes are seizing opportunities meant for biological women, fueling her claim that the issue isn’t just inclusion but resource displace...

Hooters is boldly reinventing itself, shuttering locations in key states and ditching the bikini nights and revealing uniforms to appeal to a broader, more family-friendly audience. Facing declining beer sales and rising demand for to-go food and sports bar vibes, the chain is eyeing expansion in Florida and even eyeing a movie — signaling a major pivot. While critics question if they’ve lost thei...

Kenny Omega stunned the world by defeating Maxwell Jacob Friedman for the AEW World Championship in a brutal, high-stakes match where a loss meant never challenging again—just like Adam Page’s earlier bout. With MJF spitting on Will Ospreay and the crowd in chaos, Omega climbed a lifeguard tower for a moonsault, but MJF’s cunning and speed kept him in the fight. When Ospreay interfered by stealing...

Journalists are increasingly becoming targets of physical violence at political protests, as seen in Bangor, Maine, where a 78-year-old man allegedly shoved and elbowed a reporter during an anti-Trump rally. This isn’t an isolated case — similar incidents are surfacing across the country, raising alarms about a growing pattern of aggression against the press. These attacks not only endanger report...

Iran’s Parliament is firing back with fiery warnings after U.S. strikes, as lawmakers vow retaliation and assert control over the Strait of Hormuz. Officials like Ebrahim Rezaei and Speaker Ghalibaf declared Iran will respond with force, echoing past resistance to American power. The U.S. struck nearly 90 Iranian military targets — including missile sites and naval assets — to protect shipping lan...

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner has suspended his campaign amid explosive allegations of sexual assault and physical abuse, forcing the Democratic Party to scramble for a replacement. Trump weighed in, questioning why such accusations against men are treated differently than those against women, while Platner denies all claims, calling his exit a strategic move—not an admission of guilt. Wit...

Martin Marietta’s push to expand its massive North Carolina limestone quarry—adding 358 acres near the Cape Fear River—threatens 140 acres of wetlands and nearly 10 acres of open water, sparking a critical environmental review. The NCDEQ is stepping in to ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act, demanding proof that the project won’t harm water quality or ecosystems, and requiring mitigation pl...

David Stegall, longtime leader of education and community development at the New Hanover Community Endowment, has been promoted to vice president of programs and grants — a move that surprised no one, since he was already proving his worth. Stegall’s impressive background includes work with the Department of Defense and serving as North Carolina’s deputy state superintendent. Now, he’ll collaborat...

North Carolina just poured nearly $2.8 million into its libraries—funding 46 organizations statewide to expand services, boost digital access, preserve history, and launch new community programs. From mobile vans reaching rural towns to “Libraries of Things” and digitizing old recordings, libraries are evolving into vibrant community hubs. Brunswick and Pender counties each landed major grants to...

In a devastating case that has shattered a community, authorities confirm partial remains of four-year-old Javeayah Harris have been recovered from Cedar Creek Reservoir after her parents allegedly dissolved her body with chemicals to hide the crime. Charged with homicide by child abuse, the parents now face additional charges for destroying and desecrating human remains. The sheriff called the in...

North Carolina’s beloved Fort Fisher Aquarium has a new mini-me: Discovery Bay, now open inside Independence Mall, offering seahorses, frogs, and carnivorous plants in a chill, bite-sized version of the main attraction. A July ribbon-cutting marked its debut, keeping aquarium fans engaged while the main site gets a major renovation. Director Joanna Zazzali says it’s designed to spark nature apprec...

After nearly 30 years at WWAY News, veteran journalist Marcy Cuevas is stepping away — and the station is honoring her legendary run with a heartfelt Throwback Thursday tribute. Starting as an editor in 1999, she rose through the ranks, anchored mornings, took a family pause, and returned stronger — eventually becoming News Director in 2020. She led the team through the chaos of the pandemic and b...

Drivers on U.S. 701 Business, buckle up—major roadwork is underway with a $1.8 million project that’s forcing detours. Northbound? Turn right onto South Franklin, then left onto East Main. Southbound? Head right onto West Main, then left onto South Lee. Key lanes are closed—stay alert, follow signs, and keep moving. This temporary headache ends once the highway project is done. Listen in comfort:...

Traffic alert: South Madison and South Franklin streets will be closed July 14 starting at 8 AM, impacting U.S. 701 Business traffic. Northbound drivers take a right on South Franklin, then left on East Main. Southbound drivers head right onto West Main, then left on South Lee. Also affected: southbound South Franklin and northbound South Lee lanes. Expect detour signs—plan ahead, allow extra time...

Tensions in the Middle East are flaring again, sending shockwaves through global markets as U.S.-Iran hostilities threaten a fragile ceasefire. Oil prices surge—Brent crude near $78.66, U.S. crude rising too—pushing gas prices back up. Stocks mixed: S&P 500 futures up, Dow down, Nasdaq gaining; PepsiCo dips despite strong revenue, citing tighter consumer spending in North America. Earnings season...

Prosecutors are about to unveil chilling audio from interviews with the accused’s roommate in a high-stakes courtroom showdown, as defense lawyers warn the evidence could unfairly sway the jury and violate the defendant’s rights. Tyler Robinson, who surrendered days after activist Charlie Kirk’s fatal shooting — a Trump-backed figure credited with energizing young voters — faces aggravated murder...

Trump’s sudden veto of a bipartisan housing bill—designed to boost supply and lower costs—has ignited chaos on Capitol Hill, as he pivots to push his own SAVE America Act, tying it to defense spending and Senate primaries. Lawmakers are stunned, with Republicans like Susan Collins baffled and Democrats like Elizabeth Warren accusing him of voter suppression. The SAVE Act is now entangled in politi...

New government regulations are adding over $130,000 to the cost of building a home—nearly 26% of the final price—and pushing homeownership further out of reach. Since 2021, regulatory costs have surged 40%, fueling a housing shortage and affordability crisis as builders blame federal, state, and local rules for skyrocketing prices. With mortgage rates high and inventory low, lawmakers face mountin...

Trump abruptly killed a bipartisan housing bill aimed at boosting supply and curbing investor speculation, pivoting instead to push his SAVE America Act — framed as vital election security — as a bargaining chip for Republican priorities like defense spending. The move stunned lawmakers, sparked confusion, and plunged the SAVE Act into political chaos, with Democrats warning it could suppress vote...

A new report warns the U.S. could face a population decline by the end of the century, as Americans are having far fewer kids than they want—mainly because they’re delaying—or skipping—marriage, which is strongly tied to achieving desired family sizes. Social circles also play a role: friends who support family life boost fertility desires. To reverse this trend, experts urge policy changes that r...

A shocking murder in Chester, New Jersey: 35-year-old new mother Brooke Hanlon was stabbed to death in her home on June 6. The medical examiner confirmed multiple sharp force injuries, and the investigation—led by Morris County prosecutors—is still active with no arrests yet. Her husband, Conor Hanlon, has hired a lawyer and is cooperating with authorities. The 911 call initially logged as a cardi...

Forget asking your server for their personal favorite—ask what the restaurant’s specialty is, or even what they’d order that night. Servers are trained to match your mood, dietary needs, and cravings with the dish that’s most perfect for you. The more you talk, the better they can guide you to something amazing you might not have discovered on your own. It’s not about upselling—it’s about unlockin...

New data reveals government regulations are adding over $130,000 to the cost of a new home—more than a quarter of the total price—making homeownership even harder to achieve amid high mortgage rates and limited inventory. Regulatory costs have surged 40% since 2021, with builders blaming the spike for worsening the housing shortage and affordability crisis. States like California and New York face...