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Iran negotiators, Vance head for Switzerland but Lebanon fighting continues

Iran negotiators, Vance head for Switzerland but Lebanon fighting continues

  • Humeyra Pamuk, Jana Choukeir, Ahmed Tolba and Steve Holland Reuters

Iran's Revolutionary Guard declared the Strait of Hormuz closed as Israelis and Hezbollah attacked each other despite a truce.

Switzerland talks: Meetings due to take place on Sunday

Switzerland talks: Meetings due to take place on Sunday

  • Aljazeera

Burgenstock resort sees tight security; Iran-US mediated talks approach a critical moment with key regional stakeholders present

Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz as Israel tests MOU with Lebanon strikes

Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz as Israel tests MOU with Lebanon strikes

  • Aljazeera

Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz as Israel tests MOU with Lebanon strikes.

US falls again in global peace rankings. See who tops the list

US falls again in global peace rankings. See who tops the list

  • Kathleen Wong USA Today

This year, the index found peacefulness declined globally for the 12th consecutive year — that's 119 countries less peaceful than they were in 2008, mainly driven by conflict.

Major US-Iran Peace Push Resumes in Switzerland

Major US-Iran Peace Push Resumes in Switzerland

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US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have traveled to Switzerland in an effort to restart peace negotiations with Iranian officials, according to the report. The talks were originally scheduled for Friday, June 19, but were postponed after renewed violence between Israel and Hezbollah. …

Israel strikes Lebanon despite ceasefire, at least 16 killed

Israel strikes Lebanon despite ceasefire, at least 16 killed

  • FMM - F24 Video Clips

Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed at least 16 people on Saturday, Lebanese Civil Defencesaid, hours after a ceasefire with Hezbollah suposedly took effect. ​Israel says it ‌was responding to projectiles fired by the Iran-backed group. Details by FRANCE 24 correspondant in Jerusalem, Noga Tar…

Kushner project being developed on disputed land, Albanian villagers say

Kushner project being developed on disputed land, Albanian villagers say

  • Edward McAllister and Fatos Bytyci Reuters

Albanian villagers claim land was wrongly sold for Jared Kushner's luxury resort, showing deeds and tax records. Kushner is President Donald Trump's son-in-law.

US progesterone supplies tighten as menopause treatment demand grows

US progesterone supplies tighten as menopause treatment demand grows

    The supply concerns come as women going through menopause across the U.S. face difficulties filling prescriptions for estrogen patches.

    Millions fewer people are receiving SNAP food aid. Is that a good thing?

    Millions fewer people are receiving SNAP food aid. Is that a good thing?

      Starting Oct. 1, states must cover 75% of SNAP's administrative costs, up from 50%. Some worry that states will reduce food benefits to pay the higher administrative costs.

      'A learning lab' — NC high school students learn how to grow produce

      'A learning lab' — NC high school students learn how to grow produce

        “It’s important for us to use the greenhouse and not just have it sit there idle because we have so much food insecurity here in our community and we can grow lots of fruits and vegetables for the community,” Parkland High School gardening club co-sponsor Rhonda Higgins said.

        Lebanon ceasefire agreed after US-Iran talks in Switzerland scrapped

        Lebanon ceasefire agreed after US-Iran talks in Switzerland scrapped

          An escalation in fighting there jeopardized the chances that an interim agreement to end the Iran war would turn into a lasting peace deal.

          Trump unveils Qatari 747 ahead of joining Air Force One fleet

          Trump unveils Qatari 747 ahead of joining Air Force One fleet

            The upgrade's cost was not disclosed and it was done so quickly, some experts fear it may not be as secure as existing Air Force One craft.

            Gas Prices Dip Below $4 — Still 25% Higher

            Gas Prices Dip Below $4 — Still 25% Higher

              US gas prices have dropped below $4 a gallon for the first time since March, according to the Associated Press, as markets react to the new ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran. Despite the relief, prices remain roughly 25 percent higher than this time last year, a lingerin…

              President awards Medal of Honor to three recipients at White House

              President awards Medal of Honor to three recipients at White House

                Two Marines and a soldier received the nation's highest military award for valor for actions in Vietnam and the war in Afghanistan.

                Local News

                Boil water notice issued for Nebo water customers

                Boil water notice issued for Nebo water customers

                The N.C. Division of Environmental Health advises that McDowell County water consumers boil all water used for human consumption.

                Corpening YMCA director leaves Marion to assume new role

                Corpening YMCA director leaves Marion to assume new role

                “Toby’s leadership has always reflected the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility."

                McDowell County officials observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

                McDowell County officials observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

                “At MCSO, we greatly value our senior citizens and remain committed to looking out for their safety and well-being."

                Mission Ministries Alliance receives award from state health department

                Mission Ministries Alliance receives award from state health department

                "This recognition reflects the dedication of our staff, volunteers, landlords, donors, community partners, and the individuals we serve every day."

                State & Regional

                'A learning lab' — NC high school students learn how to grow produce

                'A learning lab' — NC high school students learn how to grow produce

                “It’s important for us to use the greenhouse and not just have it sit there idle because we have so much food insecurity here in our community and we can grow lots of fruits and vegetables for the community,” Parkland High School gardening club co-sponsor Rhonda Higgins said.

                North Carolina adds animal rules as screwworm returns to U.S.

                North Carolina adds animal rules as screwworm returns to U.S.

                While no infections away from Texas and New Mexico have been reported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, state officials have announced a series of steps to try and limit the exposure of N.C. residents, pets and livestock to the parasitic fly.

                NC has a strict, decades-old ban on coastal seawalls. Will lawmakers repeal it?

                NC has a strict, decades-old ban on coastal seawalls. Will lawmakers repeal it?

                North Carolina's strict rules on what can be built on its coast, including a long-standing ban on permanent hardened erosion control structures like seawalls, could soon be repealed. A bill moving through the state Senate, intending to protect beaches and coastal infrastructure, would remove that ban. 

                Leather furniture company owner facing murder charge in shooting at Newton business

                Leather furniture company owner facing murder charge in shooting at Newton business

                Newton police said a co-worker was shot and died in an office area.

                Nation & World

                Iran negotiators, Vance head for Switzerland but Lebanon fighting continues

                Iran negotiators, Vance head for Switzerland but Lebanon fighting continues

                Iran's Revolutionary Guard declared the Strait of Hormuz closed as Israelis and Hezbollah attacked each other despite a truce.

                Switzerland talks: Meetings due to take place on Sunday

                Switzerland talks: Meetings due to take place on Sunday

                Burgenstock resort sees tight security; Iran-US mediated talks approach a critical moment with key regional stakeholders present

                Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz as Israel tests MOU with Lebanon strikes

                Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz as Israel tests MOU with Lebanon strikes

                Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz as Israel tests MOU with Lebanon strikes.

                US falls again in global peace rankings. See who tops the list

                US falls again in global peace rankings. See who tops the list

                This year, the index found peacefulness declined globally for the 12th consecutive year — that's 119 countries less peaceful than they were in 2008, mainly driven by conflict.

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                Boil water notice issued for Nebo water customers

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                Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

                Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

                The man supplied large batches of methamphetamine to local dealers. 

                Marion police respond to shooting involving death of 15-year-old

                Marion police respond to shooting involving death of 15-year-old

                No other individuals inside were injured, according to the news release.

                'I shot that guy': Hickory man gets $2.5M bond; charged with murder of business partner, who was on area school board

                'I shot that guy': Hickory man gets $2.5M bond; charged with murder of business partner, who was on area school board

                An Alexander County Schools Board of Education member was shot and killed at the Old Hickory Tannery on Wednesday.

                Hickory man held on $3.5 million bond after 1.2 pounds of drugs, 5 guns found in search

                Hickory man held on $3.5 million bond after 1.2 pounds of drugs, 5 guns found in search

                The investigators found about 256 grams of fentanyl, 241 grams of methamphetamine and 52 grams of cocaine.

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                The bill would keep healthcare systems from requiring and enforcing noncompete contracts.

                Local volunteer fire departments receive grants to help with capital expenses

                Local volunteer fire departments receive grants to help with capital expenses

                The Volunteer Fire Department Fund was created to assist fire departments to purchase equipment and make capital expenditures.

                NC lawmakers seek $5 million to study psychedelic medicines. Here's why

                NC lawmakers seek $5 million to study psychedelic medicines. Here's why

                "Psychedelic-assisted therapy, chemical compounds like MDMA for PTSD, and psilocybin for treatment-resistant depression have shown in clinical trials results that traditional medicines cannot match."

                NC has a strict, decades-old ban on coastal seawalls. Will lawmakers repeal it?

                NC has a strict, decades-old ban on coastal seawalls. Will lawmakers repeal it?

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