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“Because there is wrath, beware lest He take you away with one blow! For a great ransom would not help you avoid it.” Every member of Adam’s race richly merits God’s wrath. Our sins have […]

Super Bowl has deep NC connections

The Super Bowl prop bet odds are out, and the biggest favorite to score a touchdown in the game is Kenneth Walker III. The Seahawks running back turned in the second 1,000 yard season of […]

We simply cannot allow people to pour into the United States undetected, undocumented, unchecked ELDER: 12-question quiz: What ‘fascist’ ‘xenophobe’ ‘tyrant’ said this?

February 8, 2026

1. “I’m really good at killing people. Didn’t know that was going to be a strong suit of mine.” a. President Donald Trump, 2019 b.President Barack Obama, 2012 2. “But, let me tell you, we [...]
Senior knocks down the game winner in a UNC-Duke game for the ages Calling game: Trimble plays hero

February 8, 2026

Call it the Seth Trimble game. There were 10.6 seconds left on the clock, the game tied at 68, thanks to an epic UNC comeback in the waning minutes. The senior guard ran from one [...]
The annual periodical has been in continuous publication since 1818 After 200 years, Farmers’ Almanac bets on digital reboot, new owner

February 7, 2026

PORTLAND, Maine — The Farmers’ Almanac isn’t going out of business after all, but it is leaving Maine for the bright lights of New York City and a new owner. Beloved by farmers and gardeners, [...]
More than 40 states have filed lawsuits against the social media giant Undercover investigation of Meta heads to first stand-alone trial in New Mexico

February 7, 2026

SANTA FE, N.M. — The first stand-alone trial from state prosecutors in a stream of lawsuits against Meta is getting underway in New Mexico. New Mexico’s case is built on a state undercover investigation using [...]
The holy war resumes on Saturday Blue Heaven: UNC, Duke meet again

February 7, 2026

All UNC coach Hubert Davis needs to know about rivalry games, he learned from his bible. “Was it Proverbs 4:25?” he asked after UNC nearly blew a 30-point lead over Syracuse in the game before [...]

Bad Bunny wins top album at Grammys, first for Spanish-language album

LOS ANGELES — Bad Bunny won album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his critically acclaimed “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” closing out a surprising and history-making night. It is the first time […]

Starbucks feeling heat as more chains vie for US coffee drinkers

NEW YORK — Americans are drinking more coffee than they have in decades. But fewer of them are getting it from Starbucks. The company that revolutionized the United States’ coffee culture remains America’s biggest player, […]

ELDER: 12-question quiz: What ‘fascist’ ‘xenophobe’ ‘tyrant’ said this?

1. “I’m really good at killing people. Didn’t know that was going to be a strong suit of mine.” a. President Donald Trump, 2019 b.President Barack Obama, 2012 2. “But, let me tell you, we […]

Aho’s OT winner gives Hurricanes win over Kings

February 1, 2026

RALEIGH — For the second straight night, the Hurricanes squandered a multigoal lead and ended up in overtime. On Sunday, it ended with a win. Carolina held possession for all 85 seconds of 3-on-3, with […]

Not done after one: Vets lead Duke

The most productive component of Duke’s basketball team this season has put up a stat line that should have NBA scouts salivating. As if the 23 points per game scoring average weren’t enough. This Blue […]

Busch, Gant and Hendrick inducted into NASCAR Hall of Fame

CHARLOTTE — For most of his career, Kurt Busch had a tough-guy persona on and off the racetrack. But the 47-year-old Busch showed a softer side during his NASCAR Hall of Fame acceptance speech on […]

Hurricanes score 3 times in final 2 minutes, stun Mammoth in 5-4 win

RALEIGH — In many ways, Thursday’s game wasn’t one Hurricanes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere will want to play on a loop at a family gathering. His wipeout in the neutral zone early in the second period […]

Williams, Copeland lead Pack to third straight ACC win

January 27, 2026

RALEIGH — The NC State Wolfpack dominated the Syracuse Orange Tuesday night at Lenovo Center, winning 88-68 in a cathartic win in Raleigh. On top of being just the second conference home win for NC […]

Tulsky talks contracts, trades, Hurricanes’ goaltending

January 26, 2026

In Part 1 of his interview with North State Journal, Hurricanes GM Eric Tulsky discussed his team seasons, and the integration of new and young players into Carolina’s lineup. In the latter half of the […]

The Stream: ‘Splitsville,’ J. Cole, ‘Puppy Bowl,’ Keke Palmer, Nick Jonas drops new solo album

February 6, 2026

The goofy and wry relationship comedy “Splitsville” landing on Hulu and fresh albums by J. Cole and Nick Jonas are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you. […]

This week in history: Feb. 5 to Feb. 11

Feb. 5 1917: Congress passed the Immigration Act of 1917 over President Woodrow Wilson’s veto, sharply restricting Asian immigration and requiring literacy tests for immigrants. 1918: During World War I, more than 200 people were […]

Famous birthdays this week: Feb. 5 to Feb. 11

These celebrities have birthdays this week: Feb. 5 Tony-winning playwright John Guare is 88. Football Hall of Famer Roger Staubach is 84. Film director Michael Mann is 83. Racing Hall of Famer Darrell Waltrip is […]

‘Melania’ documentary, panned by some critics, opens with strong ticket sales

NEW YORK — Promoted by President Donald Trump as “a must watch,” the Melania Trump documentary “Melania” debuted with a better-than-expected $7 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. The release of “Melania” […]

Beck releases covers, deep cuts in ‘Everybody’s Gotta Learn Sometime’

February 4, 2026

When Beck splashed into the zeitgeist, I was in sixth grade. It was the early 1990s, and my identity fell somewhere between skate rat and wannabe punk — anything alternative, according to the culture dictated […]

‘The Secret Agent’ earns 4 Oscar nominations, boosting Brazilian cinema

February 2, 2026

RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazilians celebrated the nomination of “The Secret Agent” to four Oscar categories, which many said confirmed the rise of Brazilian cinema and its universal appeal. “The Secret Agent” — nominated for […]

MATTHEWS: The emerging problem of extremist ‘woke’ medical professionals

You know, there is a lot of weirdness on social media, whether it be on X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or what have you. As a writer, it’s good to gauge some of the things you […]

HILL: In defense of the printed word

During the recent ice and snow storms, I was brought back to my youth when we would play in the snow, sled all over the neighborhood, have snowball fights and then go home to warm […]

MOORE: This is no way to gimme shelter

January 31, 2026

Americans today are justifiably angry about the price of rents and mortgages. Home prices have roughly tripled over the last 25 years, and the median home price is now $415,000. The 30- and 40-somethings are […]

BARONE: Trump’s outrageous threats get practical results

January 31, 2026

Think about it. Heads of government do not normally reveal the texts of private communications from other heads of state. Yet that is what Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store of Norway two Sundays ago […]

GINGRICH: Argentina’s election and 2026

Argentine President Javier Milei’s extraordinary electoral victory in October could be a good omen for American Republicans in 2026. Milei’s party, La Libertad Avanza, won 64 seats in the House of Deputies. His party and […]

JOECKS: Can the Vances make it cool to have kids?