'Very scary': European agriculture hit hard by climate change and drought

With Europe suffering through an extreme drought worsened by climate change that has dried up rivers and left millions sweltering in triple-digit heat this summer, farmers across the continent are sounding warnings about crop losses.

Cooper criticizes Tillis for votes against capping insulin costs and veterans benefits

Hi all — Kyle here. Unfortunately, this will be my last newsletter for The News & Observer, as my summer internship comes to an end this week. It’s been an interesting time covering N.C. politics these past few months — a beat which never fails to surprise. The politics team here at the N&O is absolutely spectacular and it’s been a pleasure working alongside them. Here’s hoping this won’t be the last time you all see my byline.

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  Yorktown woman hopeful for lower insulin cost as bill heads to US House

  WTKR
• Insulin price cap championed by Collins stripped from spending bill by fellow Republicans

  Portland Press Herald, Maine

Ryan Blaney Rides NASCAR Playoff Bubble as Cup Series Heads to Richmond

Believe it or not, just seven drivers are locked into NASCAR Cup's Playoff field with three races remaining before Playoffs.

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  NASCAR viewer’s guide: Richmond Raceway

  NBC Sports
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  Preview Show: Blaney, Truex battle for last 2022 Playoffs spot

  NASCAR.com