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I've been analyzing data to track stock market sector trends since I entered the business in 1997.
Investors are quietly piling into a group of stocks for 2026 (it isn't technology)
I've been analyzing data to track stock market sector trends since I entered the business in 1997.
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January 1, 2026 at 11:40 PM
I've been analyzing data to track stock market sector trends since I entered the business in 1997.
The veteran point guard has worked to become more than a lockdown defender.
Raven Johnson’s confidence on full display with season-high points vs. Alabama
The veteran point guard has worked to become more than a lockdown defender.
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January 1, 2026 at 11:20 PM
The veteran point guard has worked to become more than a lockdown defender.
He appeared in 41 career games with the Tigers.
Clemson football losing veteran tight end to transfer portal
He appeared in 41 career games with the Tigers.
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January 1, 2026 at 11:00 PM
He appeared in 41 career games with the Tigers.
It was hard to know what to believe this year. In the old days, there were conspiracies about the mo...
Commentary: What's worse than cherry-picked government data? None at all
It was hard to know what to believe this year. In the old days, there were conspiracies about the mo...
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January 1, 2026 at 10:40 PM
It was hard to know what to believe this year. In the old days, there were conspiracies about the mo...
The Wolfpack held Stanford to fewer than 30 points in both halves, and outscored Stanford by 22 in the second to improve to 3-0 in ACC play.
NC State women’s basketball thumps Stanford in statement ACC win to start 2026
The Wolfpack held Stanford to fewer than 30 points in both halves, and outscored Stanford by 22 in the second to improve to 3-0 in ACC play.
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The Wolfpack held Stanford to fewer than 30 points in both halves, and outscored Stanford by 22 in the second to improve to 3-0 in ACC play.
There are two questions I'm tired of hearing, and I'm certain you'll recognize them. They are posed ...
How Did We Get to Such a Bad Question?
There are two questions I'm tired of hearing, and I'm certain you'll recognize them. They are posed ...
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There are two questions I'm tired of hearing, and I'm certain you'll recognize them. They are posed ...
You know something big is happening in the world when the price of gold is not only at record highs but is also on track to have its best yearly gains in 46 years.
Gold is pricing in something the Fed won't say out loud
You know something big is happening in the world when the price of gold is not only at record highs but is also on track to have its best yearly gains in 46 years.
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January 1, 2026 at 9:40 PM
You know something big is happening in the world when the price of gold is not only at record highs but is also on track to have its best yearly gains in 46 years.
"The most important item we sell is the membership card," Costco CEO Ron Vachris told Fortune in an April interview Costco has steadily added to its membership base.
Costco upgrades perks for members amid slowing growth
"The most important item we sell is the membership card," Costco CEO Ron Vachris told Fortune in an April interview Costco has steadily added to its membership base.
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"The most important item we sell is the membership card," Costco CEO Ron Vachris told Fortune in an April interview Costco has steadily added to its membership base.
The Gamecocks improved to 14-1 on the year after winning their first SEC game by 26 points.
No. 3 South Carolina WBB dominates Alabama in SEC opener. Three main takeaways
The Gamecocks improved to 14-1 on the year after winning their first SEC game by 26 points.
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January 1, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The Gamecocks improved to 14-1 on the year after winning their first SEC game by 26 points.
In 2025, Rite Aid closed all its locations as part of a greater trend of pharmacy closures.
Forget Rite Aid, Arizona pharmacy brand files Chapter 11
In 2025, Rite Aid closed all its locations as part of a greater trend of pharmacy closures.
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January 1, 2026 at 8:40 PM
In 2025, Rite Aid closed all its locations as part of a greater trend of pharmacy closures.
New year, new you! The new year is the best time to establish your goals. While lots of people tend to focus on fitness and saving money, Dry January goals have become incredibly popular over the past few years. What exactly is Dry January? It’s a fresh start to the year and the one month
Dry January Is Here! Say Hello to These Non-Alcoholic Drinks, All Available on Amazon
New year, new you! The new year is the best time to establish your goals. While lots of people tend to focus on fitness and saving money, Dry January goals have become incredibly popular over the past few years. What exactly is Dry January? It’s a fresh start to the year and the one month
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January 1, 2026 at 8:20 PM
New year, new you! The new year is the best time to establish your goals. While lots of people tend to focus on fitness and saving money, Dry January goals have become incredibly popular over the past few years. What exactly is Dry January? It’s a fresh start to the year and the one month
The “Bitter Blood” author had a distinguished career as a reporter and columnist in Greensboro and Charlotte and was known for sticking up for the underdog.
Jerry Bledsoe, bestselling NC true-crime author, has died. He was 84.
The “Bitter Blood” author had a distinguished career as a reporter and columnist in Greensboro and Charlotte and was known for sticking up for the underdog.
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January 1, 2026 at 8:00 PM
The “Bitter Blood” author had a distinguished career as a reporter and columnist in Greensboro and Charlotte and was known for sticking up for the underdog.
The Great Freight Recession shows no sign of ending anytime soon, as more iconic trucking companies permanently shut their doors.
91-year-old trucking company Standard Forwarding Freight shuts down operations, no bankruptcy
The Great Freight Recession shows no sign of ending anytime soon, as more iconic trucking companies permanently shut their doors.
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January 1, 2026 at 7:40 PM
The Great Freight Recession shows no sign of ending anytime soon, as more iconic trucking companies permanently shut their doors.
During the Covid lockdowns, my wife and I occasionally ordered from major steakhouses like Morton's and Ruth's Chris, which offered aggressive delivery deals and meal kits.
Forget Outback, McCormick & Schmick's closed over 40 locations
During the Covid lockdowns, my wife and I occasionally ordered from major steakhouses like Morton's and Ruth's Chris, which offered aggressive delivery deals and meal kits.
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January 1, 2026 at 7:20 PM
During the Covid lockdowns, my wife and I occasionally ordered from major steakhouses like Morton's and Ruth's Chris, which offered aggressive delivery deals and meal kits.
Seth Jarvis, injured Dec. 19 against the Panthers, practiced with the Canes on Thursday but has not been cleared to return to the lineup.
How the Hurricanes’ Seth Jarvis is handling Olympic snub from Team Canada
Seth Jarvis, injured Dec. 19 against the Panthers, practiced with the Canes on Thursday but has not been cleared to return to the lineup.
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January 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Seth Jarvis, injured Dec. 19 against the Panthers, practiced with the Canes on Thursday but has not been cleared to return to the lineup.
Biffle and six others died in a plane crash December 18 in Statesville.
Public memorial date and place set for NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, other victims
Biffle and six others died in a plane crash December 18 in Statesville.
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January 1, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Biffle and six others died in a plane crash December 18 in Statesville.
Charlotte offers diverse dining for varied health-conscious diets.
Going healthy in the new year? Check out our Charlotte dining guides.
Charlotte offers diverse dining for varied health-conscious diets.
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January 1, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Charlotte offers diverse dining for varied health-conscious diets.
In recent years, a handful of deep-blue states have aggressively tried to offer "free" health care t...
Editorial: Blue states learn a lesson
In recent years, a handful of deep-blue states have aggressively tried to offer "free" health care t...
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January 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
In recent years, a handful of deep-blue states have aggressively tried to offer "free" health care t...
The mixed-used community would sprout at a prime intersection in Huntersville, according to the developer’s plans.
SC developer plans hundreds of Lake Norman apartments, townhomes, grocery store
The mixed-used community would sprout at a prime intersection in Huntersville, according to the developer’s plans.
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January 1, 2026 at 5:40 PM
The mixed-used community would sprout at a prime intersection in Huntersville, according to the developer’s plans.
The iconic North Carolina racetrack, Rockingham Speedway, which recently saw a NASCAR resurgence, has a new owner.
Legendary NASCAR racetrack Rockingham Speedway sold after 7 months on the market
The iconic North Carolina racetrack, Rockingham Speedway, which recently saw a NASCAR resurgence, has a new owner.
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January 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The iconic North Carolina racetrack, Rockingham Speedway, which recently saw a NASCAR resurgence, has a new owner.
Sagnia was a late addition for the Wolfpack in the offseason, and he’s carved out a role in the frontcourt alongside Ven-Allen Lubin.
Musa Sagnia continues his climb for the Pack. Why NC State is high on the freshman
Sagnia was a late addition for the Wolfpack in the offseason, and he’s carved out a role in the frontcourt alongside Ven-Allen Lubin.
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January 1, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Sagnia was a late addition for the Wolfpack in the offseason, and he’s carved out a role in the frontcourt alongside Ven-Allen Lubin.
Police reported no major incidents where the city’s annual celebration occurred, including at Romare Bearden Park and Truist Field.
Police arrest teens, seize guns at Charlotte New Year’s Eve celebration
Police reported no major incidents where the city’s annual celebration occurred, including at Romare Bearden Park and Truist Field.
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January 1, 2026 at 4:20 PM
Police reported no major incidents where the city’s annual celebration occurred, including at Romare Bearden Park and Truist Field.
The NC Department of Health and Human Services urges vaccination and warns that South Carolina is already experiencing an outbreak
A child developed measles in Polk County, the second NC case in a year
The NC Department of Health and Human Services urges vaccination and warns that South Carolina is already experiencing an outbreak
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January 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The NC Department of Health and Human Services urges vaccination and warns that South Carolina is already experiencing an outbreak
Isaiah Simmons is in his first month with the Panthers. Simmons told The Charlotte Observer he wishes he had a similar setup his entire career.
From Clemson to NFL first-round pick to the Panthers, Simmons finds a ‘nice’ fit
Isaiah Simmons is in his first month with the Panthers. Simmons told The Charlotte Observer he wishes he had a similar setup his entire career.
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January 1, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Isaiah Simmons is in his first month with the Panthers. Simmons told The Charlotte Observer he wishes he had a similar setup his entire career.
The Gamecocks are betting favorites to win another SEC regular-season title.
Previewing the SEC ahead of South Carolina WBB’s league opener vs. Alabama
The Gamecocks are betting favorites to win another SEC regular-season title.
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January 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The Gamecocks are betting favorites to win another SEC regular-season title.