Yearly Archives: 2025

ABC ends Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and his show will return Tuesday

ABC ends Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and his show will return Tuesday

NEW YORK (AP) — ABC will reinstate Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show after suspending it due to his comments about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The network announced Monday that the show would return on Tuesday. Kimmel faced backlash for his remarks, leading major affiliates like Nexstar and Sinclair to pull his show. President Trump, a frequent target of Kimmel’s jokes, celebrated the suspension. Kimmel expressed concern about potential government crackdowns on comedians. His suspension comes amid a shifting late-night landscape and ongoing debates about media control and free speech.… Continue Reading

Kara Lawson is named head coach of the US women’s basketball team for the 2028 LA Olympics

Kara Lawson is named head coach of the US women’s basketball team for the 2028 LA Olympics

Kara Lawson helped the U.S. women’s basketball team win an Olympic gold medal as a player 17 years ago. Now she’ll have a chance to lead it to another as the coach in the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Lawson was announced as the head coach for the women’s team for the next four years by USA Basketball on Monday. Naming Lawson as the coach was the first official move made by Sue Bird, who started as the U.S. national team director earlier this year. In the past, a committee would decide on the coach and roster. Lawson also coaches Duke’s women’s basketball team.… Continue Reading

PineCone Bluegrass Show Playlist: September 21, 2025

Artist Song Title Album Title Record Label Jerry Douglas Wheel Hoss Everything’s gonna work out fine Rounder Johnson Mountain Boys Our Last Goodbye The Johnson Mountain Boys Rounder Kody Norris Show Ruby Jane Highfalutin’ Hillbilly Sam Bush Whisper my name Circles around me Cox Family Cowboys Dream Beyond the City Rounder Steve Gulley & New…… Continue Reading

Homemade Apple Cider

Homemade Apple Cider

Happy first day of fall! Celebrate the season with this warm apple cider that will have your kitchen smelling amazing. Ingredients Instructions 1. Add the ingredients to a potPlace the apples, orange, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg and cloves in a large pot on the stove. Cover with the water and be sure there is about 2…… Continue Reading

Trump officials praise Charlie Kirk’s faith and his mark on the conservative movement

Trump officials praise Charlie Kirk’s faith and his mark on the conservative movement

GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — President Donald Trump and his supporters will pay tribute to conservative activist Charlie Kirk, whose assassination has intensified political tensions in the U.S. The memorial service Sunday in Arizona is expected to draw a large crowd to hear from Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other prominent figures. Members of the public began lining up outside State Farm Stadium before dawn to secure a spot, several hours before the start of the service. Kirk was killed this month at a Utah college, and his assassination has sparked debates about violence and free speech. Kirk founded Turning Point, a group that played a significant role in Trump’s political success.… Continue Reading

Panthers dominate Falcons 30-0 for first win of the season

Panthers dominate Falcons 30-0 for first win of the season

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers have earned their first win of the season, defeating the Atlanta Falcons 30-0 on Sunday. Bryce Young ran for a touchdown, while Chau Smith-Wade returned an interception for a score. Rookie Ryan Fitzgerald contributed with three field goals. Young completed 16 of 24 passes for 121 yards, avoiding turnovers after struggling in previous games. The Panthers intercepted Michael Penix Jr. twice and forced three turnovers. The Falcons struggled offensively, with Bijan Robinson being the lone standout with 111 yards from scrimmage. It was Carolina’s first shutout since 2020.… Continue Reading

Airport cyberattack disrupts more flights across Europe

Airport cyberattack disrupts more flights across Europe

BRUSSELS (AP) — Fallout from a cyberattack that affected check-in systems at several European airports has extended into a second full day. Passengers are facing dozens of cancelled and delayed flights and airport teams are scrambling to limit the damage to travel plans. Starting late on Friday, key airports in Brussels, London and Berlin were hit by disruptions to electronic systems that snarled up check-in. Many other European airports were unaffected. The cyberattack affected systems of US-based Collins Aerospace that help passengers check in, print boarding passes and dispatch their luggage.… Continue Reading

Sweet autumn clematis charms, but NC experts say avoid it

Sweet autumn clematis charms, but NC experts say avoid it

I must say that I have rarely written an article about a plant I like but I don’t recommend for WPTF Weekend Gardener listeners. Sweet Autumn Clematis(Clematis teriflira) or Japanese Clematis is an exception. Sweet Autumn Clematis is actually in the Buttercup family. It does not act like one however. It is a master at spreading and surviving once its roots are established. It is very invasive and NC State doesn’t recommend that you plant this vine. The North Carolina Invasive Plant Council feels the same way. I don’t even know where you can buy this plant now. It is purported to be poisonous too. That being said, when I see it blooming in my yard and especially along the roadside in late August into September, I know fall is on the way and I love fall and winter.… Continue Reading

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