A new study led by a University of Maryland researcher has found that the Atlantic Ocean currents are slowing down.

Melting sea ice slows Atlantic Ocean currents; warmer water stays offshore to raise storm risk for the Carolinas

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The organizer of the campaign tells WRAL News that he's creating an organization with a board that seeks to carry out the fundraiser's primary goal: to throw "a world-class party." The group also hopes to give excess money to charities.



Organizer of viral fundraiser for UNC frat 'rager' creating board to plan party, give to charities

American flag goes back up on UNC campus

President Donald Trump announced new guidelines to limit the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, including advising the public to avoid groups of more than 10 and staying away from bars and restaurant.

<b>CNN</b> — President Donald Trump announced new guidelines to limit the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, including advising the public to avoid groups of more than 10 and staying away from bars and restaurant.

READ: White House announces new guidelines to prevent coronavirus spread

The protest comes days after intense protests broke out on the university's Y Campus. Several pro-Palestinian protesters removed the flag at Polk Place and replaced it with a Palestinian Flag on Tuesday, April 30.

Pro-Palestinian protesters disperse after blocking Franklin Street, marching through UNC campus

Pro-Palestinian protesters marching through UNC campus

The Carolina Hurricanes have started its second round series against the New York Rangers. Follow along live as the puck drops at Madison Square Garden.

Live updates: Hurricanes vs. Rangers Game 1

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A 28-acre wonderland of exotic and rare plants from all over the globe is opening for visitors - for this weekend only.

'Only place on earth': 28-acre wonderland of rare plants hidden near Raleigh opens this weekend

Juniper Level Botanic Garden opens acres of rare plants for two weekends only. Image courtesy of Juniper Level Botanic Garden.

A woman was arrested on drunk driving charges after crashing head-on into a state trooper early Sunday morning in Sampson County.

Woman charged with DWI after car crashes into state trooper's vehicle head-on

State trooper involved in head-on collision with woman arrested for drunk driving

This weekend will be wet, but our rain coverage will lighten overnight as we prepare for an unsettled pattern this week.

Rain to lighten overnight, but unsettled pattern ahead this week 🌧️

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Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 drawings are held at 3 p.m. daily. They can be seen as live or on-demand video.

Daytime Pick 3 and Pick 4 Drawing

Nightly N.C. Education Lottery drawings during the 11 p.m. News.

Evening Pick 3 Pick 4 and Cash 5

Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday Powerball drawings, as shown live on WRAL.

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Videos

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Brian Hernandez Jr. will need a minute to digest his signature victory in the 150th Kentucky Derby.

Kentucky Derby victory aboard Mystik Dan provides signature win for jockey Brian Hernandez Jr.

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Former Courage player Lynn Williams scores game winner.

NC Courage fall to Gotham FC 1-0 Saturday

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Randy Arozarena hit a tying homer off Edwin Díaz with two outs in the ninth inning, Jonny DeLuca lined a two-run triple in the 10th and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the New York Mets 7-6 on Sunday for a three-game sweep.

Arozarena hits tying homer off Díaz in 9th, DeLuca's 2-run triple in 10th lifts Rays over Mets 7-6

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Lowe Homers Twice On Rehab; Baz Throws 3IP In First Game Action In Nearly 2 Years