A new investigation by the North Carolina State Auditor's Office has uncovered widespread failures in financial oversight and questionable taxpayer-funded spending in the town of Kerry, one of the state's largest municipalities. The report highlights a culture that discouraged employees from questioning leadership and a lack of transparency in financial decision-making. Meanwhile, former FBI Director James Comey faces a federal investigation in North Carolina, accused of threatening President Donald Trump with a 2025 social media post. [... more]

Democratic-run cities are facing backlash for celebrating Somali independence days before the US 250th birthday, while Christian faith is being targeted and vilified. Meanwhile, John Brennan is suing the Trump administration for vindictive prosecution over the Russian hoax, and the Sheridan Gorman case highlights the need for government accountability. The celebration of patriotism and American flags is also being met with resistance, while Gen Zers are embracing a 'lie-down club' to combat hustle culture. Additionally, a scientist has developed a single-dose DNA method for long-lasting weight loss, raising concerns about the ethics of genetic modification. [... more]