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2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives, ZZZ App Top Stories

‘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.

2 weeks 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.

2 weeks ago in Community, Holiday Guide, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

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

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2 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

Plan ahead: Weekend travel disruptions hit Asheville area

Snow and ice shut parkway, while bridge work and detours slow I-40 and I-26 traffic

2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

FAA’s order to cut flights because of government shutdown is in effect

Travel disruptions loom at Charlotte Douglas while Asheville Regional stays on schedule

2 weeks ago in Sports

Broncos’ defense shines in 10-7 squeaker over Raiders despite offensive and special teams struggles

The Denver Broncos aren't collecting many style points but as long as they keep racking up more points than their opponents on the scoreboard, they don't care how ugly it looks.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown arrested on attempted murder charge in Miami shooting

Former NFL star Antonio Brown has been arrested on an attempted murder charge stemming from a shooting after a celebrity boxing event in Miami, police confirmed Thursday.

2 weeks 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.

2 weeks 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.

2 weeks 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.

2 weeks 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 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

From 70s to snowflakes: Asheville’s weather set for wild weekend swing

Warm start Friday will turn into midwinter cold by Monday morning -- with a chance of mountain flurries

This image provided by NASA/European Space Agency shows an image captured by Hubble of the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS on July 21, 2025, when the comet was 277 million miles from Earth. (NASA/European Space Agency via AP)

2 weeks ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

3I/ATLAS: Comet or extraterrestrial visitor?

UNC Asheville, Harvard and NASA scientists see a natural phenomenon, not alien tech

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Peloton recalls nearly 878,000 exercise bikes after several seat posts break

Peloton is recalling nearly 878,000 of its exercise bikes across the U.S. and Canada because the products' seat posts can break during use, posing fall hazards.

2 weeks 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 weeks 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.

2 weeks 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.

2 weeks 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.

North Carolina Arboretum Executive Director Drake Fowler and Vic Isley, president and CEO of Explore Asheville and the Buncombe County TDA, on Thursday announced the coming of an outdoor art exhibition by renowned Danish artist Thomas Dambo.

2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Tourism packages announced in advance of Dambo Trolls arrival

Later this month, a new collection of Danish artist Thomas Dambo's world-renowned trolls will arrive at the North Carolina Arboretum. Whether you are an Asheville resident looking for a troll-tastic staycation or a visitor troll-hunting for a deal, Explore Asheville has prepared several lodging packages bundled with the Arboretum experience.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Thanksgrilling recipes and how to do it right

Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on Thanksgrilling, blending Thanksgiving and grilling. It offers menu ideas, cooking tips, and recipes for a flavorful celebration.

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4 hours ago in National

Respect and remembrance for Cheney from Bush, Biden and past vice presidents as Trump is excluded

They gathered at the Washington National Cathedral on Thursday — former presidents, vice presidents, sworn political foes and newfound friends — in a show of respect and remembrance for Dick Cheney, the consequential and polarizing vice president who became an acidic scold of President Donald Trump.

11 hours ago in Entertainment

Paris wax museum unveils new Diana figure in ‘revenge dress,’ decades after her death in the city

A wax museum in Paris on Thursday unveiled a new figure of the late Princess Diana depicted in a black dress that has come to be known as her " revenge dress," decades after her tragic death in the city.

11 hours ago in Lifestyle

Building an emergency fund can feel daunting, but these tips can help

Maybe your car broke down, your computer was stolen, or you had a surprise visit to urgent care. Emergencies are inevitable, but you can prepare to deal with them by building an emergency fund.

11 hours ago in Lifestyle

Preparing to study abroad requires knowing what might go wrong during and after the trip

Studying abroad can be challenging in unexpected ways. Experts say that's why students need to study up on not only safety precautions and cultural differences, but also the emotional shifts that may come with leaving home — and returning to it.

11 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

The Weeknd’s ‘After Hours ‘Til Dawn’ Tour grosses over $1 billion, Live Nation says

The Weeknd's lengthy tour, which launched in Philadelphia in July 2022 and runs through September 2026, has officially grossed $1.004 billion with approximately 7.55 million tickets sold across 153 tour dates, Live Nation said Thursday.

1 day ago in National

Melania Trump and Usha Vance are making an early holiday visit with North Carolina military families

Melania Trump and Usha Vance took their first trip together, spending time in North Carolina on Wednesday with service members and their families to show appreciation for their service and sacrifice as the holidays approach.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Brendan Fraser’s new horizons include ‘Rental Family’ and rental hedgehogs

Brendan Fraser has his first leading role since 2022's "The Whale", in "Rental Family," a Tokyo-set drama by the filmmaker Hikari. In it, Fraser plays a struggling actor who, out of desperation, takes a job with a small agency that hires out actors to fulfill roles in real people's lives.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

The 2025 Country Music Association Awards are almost here: How to watch

Excuse me, you look like you like... country award shows. And you're in luck: The 2025 Country Music Association Awards are here. So, what should you expect?

1 day ago in Lifestyle

Be Well: Breaking down fiber, the next food fad

U.S. consumers who have had their fill of finding protein added to everything from cereal to ice cream are about to meet the next big food fad: fiber.

2 days ago in National

Here’s what’s in the opioid settlement against OxyContin maker Purdue and the Sackler family

Members of the Sackler family who own OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma must pay billions of dollars to settle a flood of lawsuits over the harms of opioids, in a new deal formally approved by a federal bankruptcy judge on Tuesday.