Lifestyle

2 days ago in Lifestyle

Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits

Here's a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger bones and muscles, cardiovascular fitness and stress relief, to name a few.

3 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Instagram says it’s safeguarding teens by limiting them to PG-13 content

Teenagers on Instagram will be restricted to seeing PG-13 content by default and won't be able to change their settings without a parent's permission, Meta announced on Tuesday.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

What to do if you’re underwater on your car loan

More car buyers are finding themselves in a tough spot financially. According to a recent report from Edmunds, more than 26% of new-vehicle trade-ins in the second quarter of 2025 had negative equity — the highest share in more than four years.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Here are the 3 fashion trends that ruled spring runways

As Paris Fashion Week wrapped up this week after myriad debuts and shake-ups, three trends took hold. Shoulders were broadened and jackets snapped to attention. Skin showed on the wearer's terms. And dressy, formal fashion came back — lighter, simpler, and meant for real life, not just red carpets.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Cold-water immersion may offer health benefits — and also presents risks

Claims about the benefits of cold-water immersion date back centuries. Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and the third American president, wrote toward the end of his life about using a cold foot bath daily for 60 years. He also owned a book published in 1706 on the history of cold-water bathing.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Mini-meditations are a way to foster peace of mind at work

The idea of meditating can be intimidating. Beginners may imagine sitting uncomfortably in silence while breathing deeply and scrubbing all thoughts from their minds. The prospect of trying those techniques at work may feel embarrassing.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Want to eat more plant-based meals? Maggie Baird, Billie Eilish and Finneas’s mom, has some ideas

Maggie Baird says her vegan cinnamon rolls are a family favorite — including to her children, who happen to be the world-famous musicians Billie Eilish and Finneas.

Sports

6 hours ago in Sports

Indiana announces new 8-year contract with coach Curt Cignetti worth nearly $93 million

Curt Cignetti's new deal shows Indiana isn't content with being known as just a basketball school. Indiana announced a new eight-year contract with its football coach worth at least $92.8 million on Thursday, rewarding him for pushing the Hoosiers into national championship contention in just two seasons.

2 days ago in Sports

Russell Westbrook is joining the Sacramento Kings for his 18th NBA season, AP source says

Former MVP Russell Westbrook is joining the Sacramento Kings, a person familiar with the agreement told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team hasn't announced the deal.

2 days ago in Sports

Yamamoto throws 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers 5-1 for 2-0 lead in NLCS

Relying on an old-school pitching strategy has the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers two wins from returning to the Fall Classic.

3 days ago in Sports

NFL is more wide open with no dominant or unbeaten teams through first 6 weeks

The NFL is more wide open than it's been in years. There are no dominant teams this season, no unbeatens through six weeks. Only the Buccaneers and Colts have five wins.

3 days ago in Sports

Mariners take 2-0 ALCS lead, beat Blue Jays 10-3 as Rodríguez, Polanco and Naylor homer

With another triumph in Toronto, the surging Seattle Mariners moved two wins away from the team's first World Series. Jorge Polanco and Julio Rodríguez hit three-run homers, Josh Naylor added a two-run drive and the Mariners took a 2-0 AL Championship Series lead by routing the Blue Jays 10-3 on Monday.

3 days ago in Sports

Snell spectacular and Dodgers barely hold on in 9th to beat Brewers 2-1 in NLCS opener

Blake Snell allowed one baserunner in eight shutout innings before Los Angeles' bullpen barely held on as the Dodgers opened the NLCS with a 2-1 victory Monday night.

3 days ago in Sports

No Hail Mary magic this time and Moody’s last-play kick lifts the Bears past the Commanders 25-24

It wasn't quite the same drama as the Hail Mary that decided these teams' game a year ago, but Caleb Williams and the Bears did get the better of Jayden Daniels and the Commanders on a final-play score Monday night, with Chicago defeating Washington 25-24 with a 38-yard field goal by new kicker Jake Moody.

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3 hours ago in Local, Politics

GOP’s proposed map puts N.C. Democrat’s seat at risk

FILE - Rep. Don Davis, D-N.C., speaks at a campaign event for Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, at East Carolina University, Oct. 13, 2024, in Greenville, N.C. (AP Photo/David Yeazell, File)

Plan could give GOP 11 of 14 U.S. House seats, analysis shows

4 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Possible human remains found in Rutherford County

Bone found on Poors Ford Road may be linked to missing person case from June

5 hours ago in Education, Local

Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute listed for $30 million

Site built in 1963 includes more than 30 buildings, dorms, library, exhibits and dining facilities

7 hours ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors

Leaf-peeping and stargazing top weekend forecast for WNC

Saturday offers the best weather for outdoor activities in the Asheville area before Sunday rain

8 hours ago in Local, Outdoors

12 rehabilitated bear cubs released into North Carolina wild

The state’s pioneering cub rehabilitation program gives orphaned bears a second chance at life in the mountains and coastal plains

9 hours ago in Business, Community, Food & Drink, Local, On The Town

Asheville City Council shelves downtown social district plan

Officials say proposal doesn’t align with post-Helene recovery goals or neighborhood quality-of-life priorities

Music News

7 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Ace Frehley, Kiss’ original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, who captivated audiences with his elaborate galactic makeup and smoking guitar, died Thursday. He was 74.

7 days ago in Entertainment, Music

No Doubt reunites for Sphere residency. Gwen Stefani will be first woman to headline the Vegas venue

Don't speak — scream, because No Doubt has announced the band's first run of shows in 14 years. After surprising fans with a brief reunion at the 2024 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, the ska-punks have set their sights on Las Vegas.

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