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22 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives
‘Predator: Badlands’ is a real good time – 828reviewsNOW
"Predator: Badlands" is the first of the sci-fi franchise to tell a story from the perspective of the titular alien warriors, but the latest in a recent run of terrific "Predator" movies. Dan Trachtenberg's follow-up to "Prey" and "Predator: Killer of Killers" is a whole lot of fun. Read our review for more.
22 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Kendrick Lamar leads 2026 Grammy nominations, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff and Cirkut
Not like us? More like him: Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026 Grammy Award nominations, announced Friday.
1 day ago in Entertainment
Shaggy recounts his relief mission to Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa and shares how you can help
After the devastating October storm that killed at least 75 people across the northern Caribbean, Shaggy, 57, mobilized relief immediately for Jamaica, shuttling supplies from Miami and hand delivering them to the worst-hit areas.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Music
The 2026 Grammy Award nominations are about be announced. Here’s what to know
Nominees will be announced during a video livestream on the Grammy website and the Recording Academy's YouTube channel on Friday at 8 a.m. Pacific and 11 a.m. Eastern.
2 days ago in Entertainment
On the set of the first Agatha Christie show where mysteries are solved with the internet
In a departure from what could be the logline for many a cozy English mystery before it, "Agatha Christie's Tommy & Tuppence" marks the first time Agatha Christie's work has been modernized for an English-speaking TV audience.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Rockies hiring Paul DePodesta from NFL’s Browns to run baseball operations, AP source says
The Colorado Rockies are hiring Paul DePodesta of "Moneyball" fame from the NFL's Cleveland Browns to run baseball operations, a person with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press.
National
2 days ago in National
Federal judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits in November
The ruling by U.S. District Judge John J. McConnell Jr. gave President Donald Trump's administration until Friday to make the payments through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, though it's unlikely the 42 million Americans — about 1 in 8 — will see the money on the debit cards they use for groceries that quickly.
2 days ago in National
Nancy Pelosi won’t seek reelection, ending her storied career in the US House
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi will not seek reelection to the U.S. House, bringing to a close her storied career as not only the first woman in the speaker's office but arguably the most powerful in American politics.
3 days ago in National
Musk the trillionaire? Debate over his Tesla pay package rages
Elon Musk turned off many potential buyers of his Tesla cars and sent sales plunging with his foray into politics. But the stock has soared anyway and now he wants the company to pay him more — a lot more.
3 days ago in National
Shipping delays expected after UPS cargo plane crash
The UPS cargo plane crash on Tuesday at the company's global aviation hub in Kentucky, which killed at least nine, will temporarily disrupt the supply chain and result in some shipping delays.
3 days ago in National
FAA reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 ‘high-volume’ markets during government shutdown
The Federal Aviation Administration announced Wednesday that it will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 "high-volume" markets beginning Friday morning to maintain safety during the ongoing government shutdown.
3 days ago in National
Zohran Mamdani wins NYC mayor’s race, capping a stunning ascent
Zohran Mamdani was elected mayor of New York on Tuesday, capping a stunning ascent for the 34-year-old, far-left state lawmaker, who promised to transform city government to restore power to the working class and fight back against a hostile Trump administration.
World
1 day ago in World
European Union vessel reaches ship raided by pirates off Somalia; all 24 crew on board safe
A European Union naval force on Friday reached a Malta-flagged tanker earlier attacked by pirates off the coast of Somalia, finding all its 24 mariners safe after an assault that raised renewed fears about piracy in the region.
4 days ago in World
Bend a knee like Beckham: Soccer star is knighted by King Charles III
When it came time to receive his knighthood, soccer great David Beckham knew what to do. He bent his knee like, well, Beckham. King Charles III tapped his shoulders with the blade of a sword and "Becks" was transformed to Sir David Beckham.
5 days ago in World
Famine spreads to two more areas in Sudan, global hunger authority says
Famine has spread to two regions of war-torn Sudan, including a major city in Darfur where paramilitary fighters have been rampaging, a global hunger monitoring group said Monday, as the war has created the world's largest humanitarian disaster.
King Charles III strips Prince Andrew of titles and evicts him from royal residence
King Charles III on Thursday stripped his disgraced brother Prince Andrew of his remaining titles and evicted him from his royal residence after weeks of pressure to act over his relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Buckingham Palace said.
5 more jewel heist arrests made as Louvre probe deepens
The prosecutor, Laure Beccuau, told RTL radio that one of the detainees is suspected of being part of the four-person team that robbed the Louvre's Apollo Gallery in broad daylight on Oct. 19.
This orange flower cloaks Mexico during Day of the Dead. Climate change is putting it at risk
Mexican marigold growers say they've been left reeling by torrential rains, stretching drought and other impacts from climate change — caused by the burning of fuels like gas, oil and coal – that have grown increasingly common.
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2 days ago in Features, Trending
Rockefeller Christmas tree is harvested from upstate New York and begins trek to Manhattan
The towering Christmas tree that will light up Rockefeller Center this holiday season is on its way to New York City.
4 days ago in National, Trending
Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful and polarizing vice presidents in US history, dies at 84
Dick Cheney, the hard-charging conservative who became one of the most powerful and polarizing vice presidents in U.S. history and a leading advocate for the invasion of Iraq, has died at age 84.
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1 hour ago in Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors
Hikes of WNC: Haw Creek Valley Overlook
A visit to the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway is not truly complete without a hike up to Haw Creek Valley Overlook. The 4.8 mile out-and-back is a narrow but beautiful ascent to a stunning mountaintop view.
4 hours ago in Local
Cold-weather car hacks for Asheville area drivers
As temperatures drop across the Blue Ridge, here’s how to prevent frozen windows, protect your vehicle and stay road-ready all winter long
7 hours ago in Asheville History, Local, Native Advertising
Tombstone Tales: The photographer who captured the soul of the Smokies
How George Masa’s lens, maps, and mountain hikes helped create the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and shape the Appalachian Trail.
7 hours ago in Local, Native Advertising, Sports
828 Scoreboard: This week’s high school football results
Find out how your favorite Asheville area teams fared
22 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives
‘Predator: Badlands’ is a real good time – 828reviewsNOW
"Predator: Badlands" is the first of the sci-fi franchise to tell a story from the perspective of the titular alien warriors, but the latest in a recent run of terrific "Predator" movies. Dan Trachtenberg's follow-up to "Prey" and "Predator: Killer of Killers" is a whole lot of fun. Read our review for more.
1 day ago in Community, Holiday Guide, Local
Asheville-area holiday events light up the season
From parades to markets, festive lights and community celebrations -- WNC is getting into the spirit of the holiday season
News
1 hour ago in Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors
Hikes of WNC: Haw Creek Valley Overlook
A visit to the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway is not truly complete without a hike up to Haw Creek Valley Overlook. The 4.8 mile out-and-back is a narrow but beautiful ascent to a stunning mountaintop view.
22 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives
‘Predator: Badlands’ is a real good time – 828reviewsNOW
"Predator: Badlands" is the first of the sci-fi franchise to tell a story from the perspective of the titular alien warriors, but the latest in a recent run of terrific "Predator" movies. Dan Trachtenberg's follow-up to "Prey" and "Predator: Killer of Killers" is a whole lot of fun. Read our review for more.
22 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Kendrick Lamar leads 2026 Grammy nominations, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff and Cirkut
Not like us? More like him: Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026 Grammy Award nominations, announced Friday.
1 day ago in Lifestyle
Farmers’ Almanac says it will cease publication after 208 years, citing financial challenges
A 208-year-old publication that farmers, gardeners and others keen to predict the weather have relied on for guidance will be publishing for the final time.
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2 days ago in Features, Trending
Rockefeller Christmas tree is harvested from upstate New York and begins trek to Manhattan
The towering Christmas tree that will light up Rockefeller Center this holiday season is on its way to New York City.
1 week ago in Features
The International Space Station marks 25 years of nonstop human presence in orbit
By MARCIA DUNN AP Aerospace Writer CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — It’s an unprecedented space streak: 25 years of people…































