On June 6, 1944, the world witnessed a turning point in World War II with the Allied invasion of Normandy, famously known as D-Day. This audacious operation aimed to liberate Western Europe from Nazi occupation and marked a watershed moment in milita...

The robotic "chef" was taught by researchers to replicate dishes seen in culinary films. The robotic chef was trained with eight basic salad recipes by the University of Cambridge academics. The robot learned how to create the meal by watching a vide...

Asheville has been grappling with a persistent homeless crisis in recent years. This issue stems from a confluence of factors, including rising housing costs, a shortage of affordable housing, mental illness and addiction, domestic violence, and job ...

The Impact of Habitat Loss: Managing Wildlife Conservation ann Human Development in WNC In the picturesque landscapes of Western North Carolina, a troubling trend is emerging as communities and homes continue to encroach upon the natural habitats of ...

As part of a 'bench-to-bedside' collaboration between UCL and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children (GOSH), three juvenile patients with relapsed T-cell leukemia have now been treated with base-edited T-cells. The data from the NHS clinical trial...

Regardless of language, culture, or background, a smile is universally understood as a symbol of warmth, happiness, and goodwill. It has the ability to transcend barriers and ignite a chain reaction of positivity. Smiles have the ability to brighten ...

As summer temps rise and the heat gets worse, there's nothing better than a homemade snow cone to cool you off. Skipping the store-bought ones and making your own snow cones will take you on a tasty and creative adventure. In this blog post, we'll ta...

Going to the grocery store is a dredded chore for so many people! What if the grocery cart you push just might save your life? It could be a trip to the grocery store that saves your life. Grocery carts are being used to diagnose atrial fibrillation,...

The Sylva Beer Trail is a great place for beer lovers and travelers alike. This self-guided tour takes you through the beautiful scenery of Western North Carolina to find and taste the best craft beers in the area. Join us as we go on a tasty trip to...

On January 12, 2023, the world was shocked by the untimely passing of Lisa Marie Presley, the renowned singer, songwriter, and heir of the legendary Elvis Presley. At the age of 54, Lisa's death was attributed to the effects of a small bowel obstruct...

Tony Bennett, the renowned and beloved singer, passed away today at the age of 96, leaving behind a legacy that will forever resonate with generations to come. Born and raised in New York, his hometown, Bennett's musical journey was nothing shor...

Western North Carolina has been known for a long time as a beautiful and attractive place to live because of its beautiful landscapes, vibrant culture, and friendly towns. Behind this picture-perfect front, however, a growing rental problem has ...

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What's The Word? Saturday, October 23, 2021What's The Word Today Hint:What's Cooking? What's the word? Today, it's all about cooking!  Hey, even if you're not a cook, new words are fun to learn! Expand your vocabulary ...... want to impress...

Summer's over, yes, but that doesn't mean you can't have fun!Cold weather, shorter days, longer nights, it's easy to become a coach potato!How about a recipe book?Ideas:Favorite RecipesFamily RecipesHoliday RecipesBBQ RecipesWhatever you choose,...

Today's word is Appple-Knockers Will Rogers lamented what the " Oregon apple knockers " had done to his " city slickers " in a column after the game. by Will Rogers  So, "What's the Word" is all about odd words. Most likely words not used very o...

September 29, 2021 Dollar Tree Press Release "Based on positive customer reaction and the success of its new Combo and Dollar Tree Plus store formats, the Company plans to begin adding new price points above $1 across all Dollar Tree Plus stores and ...

What's The Word?

Sunday September 19, 2021 What's The Word? It was created to learn new words...why? Why not? Keep learning. Besides, it could help expand your vocabulary or at least maybe just give you extra points in Scrabble! "His thinking has ossified as he's gro...

Corny Rock Garden!

Welcome to my garden, where bad jokes grown like weeds! Don't you hate it when someone answers their own questions? I do. I used to think I was indecisive. But now I'm not so sure.  Always borrow money from a pessimist. They'll never expect it b...