Drivers in North Carolina are enjoying some of the lowest gas prices in the nation as Labor Day weekend approaches. The statewide average for a gallon of unleaded fuel is $2.86—roughly 30 cents below the national average of $3.16, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA).
Cracker Barrel is facing growing backlash after unveiling a new logo design, breaking from the brand’s traditional imagery that has remained unchanged since 1977. But the controversy extends beyond aesthetics, as conservative activist Robby Starbuck has revealed deeper ties between the restaurant chain and far-left organizations.
U.S. manufacturing grew at its fastest pace in over three years this August, marking a major rebound for the sector and fueling the strongest overall business activity of 2025, according to new data from S&P Global. The flash manufacturing PMI rose sharply to 53.3, up from 49.8 in July — its highest reading since May 2022.
Google could soon face a historic breakup as a federal judge prepares to rule on remedies in the government’s landmark antitrust case against the search giant. Judge Amit Mehta, who ruled last year that Google illegally monopolized the search market, is considering drastic measures that may include forcing the company to sell its Chrome browser.
The United Kingdom has dropped its demand that Apple provide backdoor access to Americans’ encrypted data following negotiations with the Trump administration. The move, confirmed Tuesday by President Donald Trump’s Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, ends months of tensions over privacy and surveillance concerns.
Volkswagen has sparked controversy by introducing a new subscription model that charges drivers extra to unlock the full performance of its ID.3 electric hatchback. Instead of paying for mechanical upgrades, owners must now pay a monthly fee to access horsepower already built into the vehicle.
