Tyrone Power, a young and handsome movie star, joins the Marine Corps at the age of 28, leaving behind his successful film career. He serves as a pilot in World War II, flying transport planes and witnessing the brutal battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa. Power's experiences shape his perspective on the war and its impact on the people he encounters. [... more]

In 1933, wealthy oilman Charles F. Urshel was kidnapped by Machine Gun Kelly and held captive for nine days. Urshel's remarkable recall and photographic memory helped the FBI track down the kidnappers, leading to the capture of Kelly and his accomplices. The case was a major victory for the FBI, and it marked a turning point in the agency's efforts to combat crime. [... more]

Doris Wilson and her family struggled to make ends meet during the Great Depression in rural Iowa, working long hours at a canning factory and earning just twenty cents an hour. Meanwhile, a 17-year-old boy named Dale Wilson makes money by bagging starlings and crows, earning enough to buy his mother new shoes. In a separate story, human traffickers exploit vulnerable children, and a national awareness initiative provides resources to help recognize suspected instances of human trafficking. [... more]

Charles F. Urshel, a wealthy oilman, was kidnapped in 1933 by Machine Gun Kelly and his accomplices. Urshel's remarkable memory and ability to recall details helped the FBI track down the kidnappers, leading to their eventual capture and conviction. [... more]

The German army's use of the blitzkrieg method and tank warfare during World War II led to significant improvements in tank design, with a focus on speed, mobility, and range. However, as the war progressed, the Germans shifted their focus to building larger, heavier tanks for defensive warfare, while the Americans prioritized building smaller, faster tanks for mobility and range. [... more]

Bob Dahl, Chief Investment Officer at Crossmark Global Investments, shares his annual 10 predictions for 2024, including a mild recession, rising inflation rate, and potential Fed rate cuts. He also discusses the impact of these predictions on the stock market and the importance of aligning financial decisions with biblical values. [... more]

The COVID-19 pandemic has created job-related challenges across North Carolina, particularly for military veterans returning to the civilian workforce. The University of North Carolina is facing budget challenges and access priorities. Court packing proposals, which involve adding seats to the Supreme Court, have been a contentious issue in the US, with some progressives calling for it to balance the court's conservative lean. The John Locke Foundation has been analyzing the pressing issues of the day, including jobs, healthcare, education, and more, to give North Carolinians more freedom, options, and control over their lives. [... more]