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Iceberg Lettuce Recall Expands to NC | Durham News
Big recall alert: Taylor Farms is pulling iceberg lettuce nationwide, including North Carolina, after a cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce from central Mexico. Over 300 cases reported in NC alone, with Wake County hardest hit. The parasite causes severe diarrhea and stomach issues,…
Jeana Keough’s Courage in Battle | Durham News
Jeana Keough, star of The Real Housewives of Orange County, is bravely fighting advanced tongue cancer that has spread to her lymph nodes, now undergoing grueling chemo, radiation, and immunotherapy. Exhausted and battling pain that makes even swallowing difficult, she’s relying on her family’s…
Sam Burns Balances Baby and Big Wins | Durham News
Pro golfer Sam Burns is juggling PGA tournament glory with newborn daughter Belle—born July 3rd—and toddler son Bear, thanks to his wife Caroline’s heroic support. Despite doubting he could focus away from home, Sam played through the emotional whirlwind, even skipping clubs for days after Belle’s…
Beyond The Odyssey Epic Films to Watch | Durham News
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is set to smash box office records this summer, starring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, and Zendaya in a sweeping, action-packed retelling of Homer’s epic. But if you crave more ancient heroism and grand-scale drama, look no further than Troy (2004), which…
Saquon Barkley Home Break-In | Durham News
Saquon Barkley’s family narrowly escaped a midnight break-in at their home, with suspects fleeing before police arrived—now authorities are hunting for footage and suspects, amid growing concern that athletes are becoming targets in a possible nationwide trend. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
Four Children and a Grandmother Lost to CO | Durham News
A mother in Toledo, Ohio, is shattered after losing her four young children — Liberty, Storm, Legacy, and Stone — along with their grandmother in a horrific carbon monoxide poisoning incident inside a car. The family was waiting for help with a flat tire when deadly fumes filled the vehicle, with…
Japan Builds AI Factory with Nvidia | Durham News
Japan is launching a massive, government-backed AI infrastructure project — not just another data center, but a national strategy to build homegrown AI capabilities, protect data sovereignty, and leverage Nvidia’s full tech stack. Set to begin construction in 2027 and go live in 2028, the…
Settlement Speed: The Real Wall Street Upgrade | Durham News
Wall Street’s next big leap isn’t about trading longer hours—it’s about speeding up settlement, the behind-the-scenes process that officially transfers ownership and moves money. Currently taking one business day, this bottleneck holds back hundreds of billions in capital and increases default…
Honda Chase Ends in Crash | Durham News
A high-speed chase erupted in North Carolina after a driver hit 61 in a 45 zone, then fled when pulled over — sparking a wild pursuit through Erwin and Dunn. The passenger took over behind the wheel, leading to a crash into a pizza shop’s AC unit and a near-miss with patrol cars. The chase ended…
Fire at Timbers Apartments Displaces Dozens | Durham News
A fire erupted at The Timbers Apartments in Raleigh around 1:40 AM, starting in one kitchen and spreading to the attic — forcing power outages for 15 other units. No serious injuries were reported, though one resident was checked by EMS. Fire crews battled the blaze amid sweltering heat and…
Why Retirees Are Heading Back to Work | Durham News
A surprising number of retirees are heading back to work—25 to 30 percent—driven by both nostalgia for the social buzz of the office and, more urgently, the need to stretch thin retirement savings. But unretiring isn’t just about returning to the grind; it comes with tax hikes, potential Social…
Arizona GOP Split in Governor’s Race | Durham News
Arizona’s Republican governor’s race is heating up as Andy Biggs and David Schweikert clash over the party’s future: Biggs, Trump-backed and hardline, versus Schweikert, who argues for a more moderate, voter-winning approach. With Arizona Republicans struggling in statewide elections—even after…