3 weeks ago in Entertainment

The next Met Gala exhibit will spotlight fashion across art history

If there's been one uniting theme of all the blockbuster fashion exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, it's the simple idea that fashion is art. "Costume Art," announced Monday as the next big show at the museum's Costume Institute — launched by the starry Met Gala in 2026 — aims to make that connection more literal than ever.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Falcons QB Penix headed to injured reserve, will miss at least 4 games with left knee injury

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix will be placed on injured reserve and will miss at least four games with a left knee injury, leaving Kirk Cousins as the starter.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Germany and Netherlands reach the World Cup after big wins in final qualifiers

So much for Germany being at risk of missing the World Cup. A 6-0 thrashing of Slovakia on Monday completed Germany's recovery from a shocking start to group play as the four-time champion maintained its proud record of always qualifying for the World Cup.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Ariana Grande and Cher team up for ‘SNL’ in December. Josh O’Connor gets a hosting turn, too

The December lineup for "Saturday Night Live" now includes Ariana Grande as host on Dec. 20, with Cher returning as musical guest for the first time in nearly 40 years.

3 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Education, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music, ZZZ App Top Stories

Music venue White Horse announces free “Student Nights” for local college kids

White Horse Black Mountain, a local music nonprofit in Black Mountain, N.C., has announced that performances which fall on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday will be "Student Nights," with admission free-of-charge for local college kids with a school ID.

3 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville staff begin review of Enka/Candler Costco project

City planners highlight design, parking and traffic issues at early review

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‘The Running Man’ has a charley horse of a third act – 828reviewsNOW

Following "The Long Walk" in September, "The Running Man" is the second film adaptation this year of a Stephen King novel about dystopian, gamified exercise. Like its downer cousin, I wouldn't race to see it. Read more in our 828reviewsNOW look at Edgar Wright's new movie.

3 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

West Buncombe fire crews respond to gas leak

Crews on scene at Mount Carmel and Viewpoint Lane

3 weeks ago in Sports

Georgia up to No. 4 in AP poll, Sooners back in top 10 and Mean Green ranked for 1st time since 1959

Georgia moved up one spot to No. 4 in The Associated Press poll Sunday, Oklahoma returned to the top 10 and North Texas, ranked for the first time since 1959, is among three Group of Five teams in the Top 25.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Suspect sought in shooting that critically injured New York Jets player Kris Boyd

New York police have released surveillance images of a man sought in the shooting of New York Jets cornerback and special teams standout Kris Boyd.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Now You See Me 3’ races past ‘The Running Man’ at box office

It's no magic trick: The third installment in the thieving magician "Now You See Me" series beat the high-profile action pic "The Running Man" at the North American box office this weekend.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Olympic gold-medalist Rowdy Gaines has tips for older swimmers, or if you’re returning to the pool

"Of course I'm biased, but I will stack swimming against any other exercise out there, especially as we age," former Olympian Rowdy Gaines told The Associated Press. "And swimming is one of the few sports you can do forever."

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

New statue of Bridget Jones joins other film icons in London’s Leicester Square

Bridget Jones has joined Harry Potter, Mary Poppins and Paddington as permanent residents of London's famed Leicester Square.

3 weeks ago in National

In reversal, Trump says House Republicans should vote to release Epstein files

President Donald Trump said House Republicans should vote to release the files in the Jeffrey Epstein case, a startling reversal after previously fighting the proposal as a growing number of those in his own party supported it.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Jalen Hurts’ lone touchdown leads Eagles to 16-9 victory over Lions in lackluster offensive game

The Eagles are positioned again to make a strong run at another Super Bowl — not solely on the arm of Jalen Hurts, the legs of Saquon Barkley and other marquee offensive players all NFL fans know — but on a defense that has churned out a string of masterpieces that fired them to the top of the NFC.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Tom Cruise finally gets his Oscar moment with a lifetime achievement trophy at the Governors Awards

Tom Cruise, at 63 still the biggest movie star in a room full of them, finally got to hold his own Oscar on a Hollywood stage on Sunday night.

3 weeks ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Holiday cheer lights up downtown Hendersonville

Tree lighting, holiday markets, parades and carriage rides highlight season in historic downtown

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

I-26 overnight closures planned in Asheville area this week

Detours will redirect traffic via Brevard, Long Shoals and Hendersonville roads

3 weeks ago in Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville partnership powers charity cyclists, promotes arthritis awareness

Fuel Goods joins Arthritis Foundation rides, including Asheville’s Carolina Hills Classic

3 weeks ago in Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Dry air, gusty winds drive wildfire risk across Asheville area

Forest Service reports several active fires as burn bans and warnings spread across the region