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State board denies Berger's special recount requests, review continues
RALEIGH, N.C. (NCN News) - The State Board of Elections has rejected a request from State Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger to hand count selected votes in his challenge to...
An AI-rendered Val Kilmer will posthumously appear in a new film
NEW YORK (AP) - A year after the actor's death, a generative AI version of Val Kilmer will co-star in an independent film. It's one of the boldest uses yet of artificial intel...
Mullin tells senators Homeland Security needs funding as he faces confirmation hearing
WASHINGTON (AP) - Markwayne Mullin is telling senators he wants to steady the Department of Homeland Security, fund it and keep it out of constant controversy. The Republican ...
Making menstrual leave official: 2 paid days off a month for period pain
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) - Nairobi County has introduced Kenya's first menstrual leave policy for female government staff, aiming to boost health and productivity. Gov. Johnson Sak...
North Carolina's Wilson, Texas Tech's Toppin among the missing stars in the NCAA Tournament
Duke is the No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament, but could be missing two key players due to foot injuries. Point guard Caleb Foster is not likely to play until the Fina...
US stocks fall as Brent crude jumps toward $110 per barrel
NEW YORK (AP) - U.S. stocks are sinking after another climb for oil prices raised worries about inflation, which may have been primed to worsen even before the war with Iran b...
Duke University announces millions for community projects funding
DURHAM, N.C. (WPTF) - Duke University is investing several million dollars for community projects through what it calls the "HomeGrown" Initiative announced Wednesda...
Tramon Mark's late jumper gives Texas a 68-66 win over NC State in the First Four
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) - Tramon Mark hit a fadeaway jumper from just inside the 3-point line with 1.1 seconds left, and Texas survived a late rally to beat N.C. State on Tuesday ni...
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Orange Chicken
A sweet, tangy, and crispy takeout-style chicken coated in a glossy orange sauce. It's great served with rice and a steamed veggie of your choice. Ingredients 2 boneless skinl...
Weekend Gardener
A unique dogwood that brings color to the late-winter landscape
Even if I did not have access to a calendar, I would always know when we are nearing the end of winter. Of course, there are many signs in nature, but I defer to the blooming ...
