Syracuse, NY

Columbus, OH

North Carolina State

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Knightdale, NC

Town Talks

North Carolinians take their barbecue seriously, and that dedication produces tasty results. So much so, that the state is now home to six of the nation’s best barbecue joints, according to the review website Yelp.

These barbecue joints in North Carolina rank among the nation’s best. What makes them special?

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Horoscope for Sunday, July 7th

You might know them (and hate them): spotted lanternflies. They were first discovered in the United States in 2014 near Pennsylvania, quickly gaining a reputation as destructive pests of fruit, ornamental, and woody trees. Since then, the insects have spread to dozens of states, and measures are in place to...

How to Kill Spotted Lanternflies With 6 Effective Methods, According to a Pro

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

The global economic collapse is adversely affecting relationships. Some zodiac signs are struggling to pick partners who will stand by them when they are financially unstable. The zodiac greatly affects people’s character. However, it isn’t the only thing you should consider when choosing a lover. Select someone who is understanding and you are compatible. This might be time-consuming but it is worth it. Which reliable zodiac signs are ideal to start a long-term relationship with?

4 Zodiac Signs Who Always Stand Up For Their Partner

New Jersey State

GOBankingRates

Population increases often lead to an increase in home prices, as increase in demand and lack of supply can drive prices up. To find the places where a boom in population has also led to an increase...

14 Cities Where the Population and Home Prices Are Booming

San Francisco, CA

On a sunny afternoon in San Francisco, Jennifer Privett took a stroll with her very large, very fluffy, blue-eyed Himalayan, Jean Claude. With his luxurious, cream-colored coat and chocolate face, tail and paws, Jean Claude would turn heads even if he wasn't sauntering along the streets of San Francisco on a leash.

Cats on leashes ... yes, it's a thing

Grist

This story was originally published by the Guardian and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. As a flock of about 2,000 sheep graze between rows of solar panels, grazier Tony Inder wonders what all the fuss is about. “I’m not going to suggest it’s everyone’s cup of tea,” he says. “But as far as sheep grazing goes, solar is really good.”

Farmers who graze sheep under solar panels say it improves productivity. So why don’t we do it more?

Extreme heat continues to inflict wide swaths of the U.S. This weekend, the brunt of the hot temperatures is falling on the West Coast and parts of the East Coast. In total, over 132 million people were under some form of a heat warning as of Saturday evening, according to Heat.gov.

Temperature records are shattered as extreme heat grips the West and East coasts

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Chicago, IL

Chicago Happenings

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

Butte County, CA

Oroville, CA

Nearly 16,000 people in northern California are still evacuated due to the Thompson Fire. Those staying at local shelters say they're fearful of what they may find when they're allowed to return. AILSA CHANG, HOST:. Around 16,000 people remain evacuated due to the Thompson Fire in northern California. The fire...

16,000 people remain evacuated due to Thompson Fire in northern California

Markets Insider

"When it comes to the housing market, the laws of supply and demand don't seem to apply any longer," the economist David Rosenberg said.

The US housing market has entered bizarro world

Worldwide, hedgerows and wild grass in field margins which previously served as semi-natural habitats are being swallowed up into agricultural production. While scientists have suggested both pesticide use and habitat loss are detrimental to pollinators, their relative impacts have been unclear. A study published in the Journal of Applied Ecology...

To save bees, scientists say focus on habitat first, then pesticides

U.S. job growth cooled this month. But one job is hot to the touch: AI prompt engineer. The role can command a six figure salary, but ... what is it? Today, we speak to an AI prompt engineer to figure out what they actually do and how long the job could remain hot.

One of the hottest jobs in AI right now: 'types-question guy'

Colorado State

Cripple Creek, CO

Colorado Jill

(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

Hey America, sorry we missed your birthday. In the absence of any gift ideas from you — why can you never decide what you want? — we tried to get you a calm presidential election and peaceful transfer of power. When those didn't qualify for Prime shipping, we...

She ate HOW many hot dogs? He wore WHAT on his head? Find out in the quiz

Texas State

Latin Times

The share of immigrants in the workforce has grown steadily over the last 15 years and more rapidly since 2020 as immigrants have returned to work more quickly post COVID-19 than their U.S.-born counterparts. As the U.S. economy increasingly relies on migrant labor, a new study by Brookings shows which states and occupations may see the highest need of foreign-born labor in the years to come.

California, Texas and New York among top states projected to have highest demand for work visas by 2030

A farmers' market is celebrating 25 years supporting local food producers. Stroud Farmers' Market, on Cornhill Square, attracts visitors from all over the country each Saturday morning. Organiser Kardien Gerbrands said the market has an "incredible atmosphere". He said: “The core of our success comes from a combination of sticking...

Farmers' market celebrates 25 years in business

The U.S. Justice Department has opened a criminal probe into a sports doping scandal involving nearly two dozen elite Chinese swimmers. The Justice Department, which rarely comments on ongoing investigations, told NPR in a statement that "the FBI does not confirm nor deny the existence of an investigation." But two international sports organizations have confirmed to NPR that a criminal probe is underway.

Justice Department opens a criminal probe of the Chinese Olympic doping scandal

A landslide victory in Britain for a party that hasn't won an election since Tony Blair. The next British prime minister will be Keir Starmer from the center left Labour Party, who spoke early this morning. (SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING) KEIR STARMER: Change begins now. (CHEERING) INSKEEP: Literally true. There's...

Morning news brief

Oakland, CA

Audio will be available later today. Frustration has been building for years among some Oakland residents over high crime rates, a persistent budget deficit, and police chief turnover. A recent FBI raid of the mayor's home has intensified their arguments for her ouster.

Support for a recall grows in Oakland amidst mounting frustration with the mayor

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How 40 different fruits grow from one single tree

Part 4 of TED Radio Hour episode What we'll eat on a warmer planet. Peaches, apricots, nectarines and cherries—one hybrid tree bears all these fruits. Artist...

How 40 different fruits grow from one single tree

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