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1 week ago in Lifestyle
Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use
In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around
Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic devices once they are no longer needed. It's hard to know where to recycle those items, or it seems costly and inconvenient.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
As demand for GLP-1 pills and shots surges, healthy habits are still key
Whether they're using weekly shots or daily pills, more Americans than ever are turning to anti-obesity drugs to lose weight and boost health. About 1 in 8 U.S. adults say they are taking a GLP-1 drug, according to a recent survey by the health research group KFF.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme and more react to the death of Chuck Norris
The death of Chuck Norris has triggered an outpouring of memorials from fellow Hollywood tough guys and fans. The martial arts grandmaster and...
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
FCC approves merger of local television owners Nexstar and Tegna as two lawsuits seek to block it
The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday said it had approved the merger of local television giants Nexstar Media Group and rival Tegna, the same day that...
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle
CBS News shutters its storied radio news service after nearly a century, ending an era
CBS News said Friday it will shut down its storied radio news service after nearly 100 years of operation, ending an era and blaming challenging economic times as the...
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3 hours ago in Gardening Guide, Local, Native Advertising
5 things to consider before adding outdoor lighting to your garden
From design planning to fixture choices, experts say thoughtful lighting creates a more natural, inviting landscape
6 hours ago in Local, Outdoors, Sports
Black bass fishing fuels $2.6B impact in North Carolina
State report finds bass most popular catch, outpacing Mountain trout and other inland species
Tourists rally late to beat Emperors 4-3 in season opener
Nunez delivers clutch double as Asheville erases late deficit
7 hours ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors
Warm, springlike weather for Easter — but don’t forget the umbrella
Mild temperatures give way to cooler air and possible frost early next week in Asheville area
Sports
2 hours ago in Sports
Duke freshman forward Cameron Boozer named The Associated Press men’s national player of the year
Cameron Boozer was at the center of everything for Duke this season. The 6-foot-9, 250-pound forward proved tough enough to score through...
6 hours ago in Local, Outdoors, Sports
Black bass fishing fuels $2.6B impact in North Carolina
State report finds bass most popular catch, outpacing Mountain trout and other inland species
Tourists rally late to beat Emperors 4-3 in season opener
Nunez delivers clutch double as Asheville erases late deficit
2 days ago in Entertainment, Sports
Men’s NCAA tournament averaging 10.3 million viewers, its most-watched since 1993
The men's NCAA tournament is averaging 10.3 million viewers through the Elite Eight, according to Nielsen. That is the tournament's best audience since...
