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'McDonald's changed the course of my life': Congressman sells business he built since his teen years
A North Carolina congressman who started working at McDonald's as a teenager has sold the restaurant business he and his wife spent decades building, bringing a nearly 50-year chapter with the fast-food chain to a close.Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., and his wife, Teresa, announced on Monday that they have sold their McDonald's restaurant business to longtime friends and fellow franchisees Christine and Chris Nevant of Asheville, North Carolina. Financial terms of the sale were not disclosed.Edward...
Skip bathtub curtains, this vintage trick can make bathrooms look expensive
Folding screens offer a vintage alternative to shower curtains for bathrooms. These decorative pieces originated in China and were used as room dividers. You can find affordable second-hand screens at thrift stores and flea markets. Repurposing old room dividers or building your own is also an option. Protecting wooden screens with sealant is essential in humid bathroom environments.
From $120m monastery to Miami home: Alex Karp’s property portfolio
Palantir CEO Alex Karp has amassed a significant global real estate portfolio. He owns a 500-acre estate in rural New Hampshire for privacy. Karp also purchased two adjacent waterfront Miami properties for a compound. His portfolio includes a $120 million former monastery near Aspen. These properties reflect his desire for solitude and personal space.
Ann Widdecombe killing: police investigating possible leftwing motivation
Detectives examining whether hatred of Widdecombe’s strong views or of Reform party were factors in killing described as a ‘targeted attack’The police investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe is examining whether a leftwing or single-issue cause may lie behind her killing, the Guardian has learned.Among issues detectives are investigating are whether a hatred of Widdecombe’s strong views, such as on homosexuality, was a factor. They are also examining whether extreme hostility to the Refor...
University of Alabama student, father of 3 killed; suspect found hiding in attic, police say
An Alabama man accused of gunning down a University of Alabama student, a father of three and a family dog was captured hiding in an attic crawl space just hours after the victims were found inside a home, authorities said.De'Kendrick Crawford, 24, is charged with capital murder in the July 6 killings of Jazmine Alexis Bates, 22, and Jose Felix Alvarez-Duenas, 31, according to the Tuscaloosa County Violent Crimes Unit.The investigation began after a homeowner, who was out of the country, became...
Environmental groups sue government to stop a big change to the Endangered Species Act
By altering the definition of the word "harm" as used by the Endangered Species Act, the Trump administration may limit how wildlife is protected in the United States. Environmental groups are suing.(Image credit: Jared Lloyd)
Humanities among degrees being ‘extinguished’ by hard-up universities
Exclusive: Experts fear rise in education ‘cold spots’ and social immobility as 4,000 academic posts lost in one yearThousands of university job cuts in humanities and social sciences are creating widespread cold spots for languages, classics and theology degrees, the British Academy has warned.Universities’ finances are so precarious that redundancies are also occurring in business studies, law and English – subjects considered strategically important and traditionally popular courses. Continue...
Injury scare for India: Shubman Gill walks off retired hurt in England ODI
India captain Shubman Gill retired hurt after suffering cramps in his right leg during India's chase of 259 in the first ODI against England at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on Tuesday.
Folarin Balogun admits that red-card reversal affected USA World Cup teammates: 'A lot of outside noise'
The United States Men's National Team had all the momentum when Folarin Balogun's red card from the Round of 32 was suspended, giving him a chance to play in the Round of 16 — at least, that's what American soccer fans thought.The day before the USMNT's Round of 16 game against Belgium, which Balogun was originally supposed to miss because of a red card in the previous game, FIFA ruled that he would be eligible.The ruling added to what was already a huge controversy, as it was argued Balogun sho...
Supreme court justices testify to House on budget request to increase security
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett appear before House lawmakers to request more security for the judiciarySupreme court justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett are testifying Tuesday in front of House lawmakers to discuss the court’s budget request, particularly the need for increased security for the judiciary.The justices appearing before lawmakers confirmed that each justice was assigned “between four and eight members of the security detail”. Continue reading...
Madwoman, 43, filmed leaving trail of destruction after carjacking truck at gas station
Madwoman, 43, filmed leaving trail of destruction after carjacking truck at gas stationSign up for our US Editor's Picks newsletter to get all the biggest exclusive stories See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ELIOT FORCE, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 17:30, 14 July 2026 | Updated: 17:30, 14 July 2026 e-mail View comments
English referee will miss out on massive World Cup final bonus due to controversial ban
While the FIFA World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina has fans excited for reasons both soccer and history related, the matchup means a premature end for one of the best officials at the tournament.Premier League referee Michael Oliver, along with fellow countryman Anthony Taylor, will not be permitted to officiate the semifinal thanks to England punching their ticket to the final four of the 2026 World Cup.Whether the Three Lions advance to the finals or not is a moot point as well,...
Mexico: Football Without Fear
As Mexico cohosts the World Cup, a mother confronts gender violence and seeks safety for her daughter through football.
Outdoor rugs are on major sale at Bed Bath & Beyond, with items up to 70% off
NBC Selected independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you click on or buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more.Deals and SalesOutdoor rugs from brands like Safavieh and Nuloom are up to 70% off at Bed Bath & BeyondChoose from a variety of patterns and designs July 14, 2026, 12:27 PM EDTCory FernandezCommerce EditorSkip to table of contentsBed Bath & Beyond is one of the best online stores to find deals on quality outdoor rugs. Bed Bath & BeyondWhen it comes to in...
'No rift in party': NCP rejects challenge to Sunetra Pawar's election as chief
NCP leaders Praful Patel and Sunil Tatkare dismissed a notice questioning Sunetra Pawar's election. They asserted the election was constitutional and the notice held no significance. The notice alleged Sunetra Pawar's election was unconstitutional and should be declared void. Tatkare called the notice illegal and stated the party would examine its legal validity. The party remains united under Sunetra Pawar's leadership, according to leaders.
Cannibal killer who claimed he was possessed by occultist Aleister Crowley ate victim's finger during savage murder
Cannibal killer who claimed he was possessed by occultist Aleister Crowley ate victim's finger during savage murderSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy CONNOR GORDON AND GRANT MCCABE Published: 17:14, 14 July 2026 | Updated: 17:14, 14 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Amy Coney Barrett confesses she had to explain bulletproof vests to her children as she pleads for more protection
Amy Coney Barrett confesses she had to explain bulletproof vests to her children as she pleads for more protectionSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy BREANNE DEPPISCH, US SENIOR POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 17:12, 14 July 2026 | Updated: 17:12, 14 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Buffett omits gift to Bill Gates' foundation after Microsoft cofounder's Epstein ties disclosed
Gates has denied any ties to Epstein’s crimes and has not been accused of any wrongdoingBillionaire Warren Buffett omitted Bill Gates′ foundation from his annual donations this year after disclosures of the Microsoft co-founder’s ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Buffett will donate about $6bn to four foundations connected to his own family, but did not mention Gates in his announcement Tuesday.Buffett also said in his statement that he wants all of his remaining Berkshire Hathaway...
Mississippi teen accused of killing elderly couple had worked for them before shooting: family
A teenager in Mississippi knew the elderly couple he's accused of killing before sparking a standoff with law enforcement, according to new testimony in court.Officials said Cordarius Hobbs, 17, killed 74-year-old Billy Blair and his 71-year-old wife Virginia Carol Blair during a home break-in on June 3 in Mendenhall, Mississippi. Family members of the Hobbs testified during the Thursday preliminary hearing that Hobbs knew the couple.Family members testified that Hobbs did work for the Blairs fo...
Trump's Section 301 probe: Why India's forced labour import ban matters
The move comes against the backdrop of a US investigation into forced labour practices across 60 economies, including India. The notification said the new provisions will take effect after the completion of 30 days from the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.