As protests intensify in Iran and tensions rise between Tehran and Washington, members of North Carolina’s Iranian community navigate distance, limited communication, and uncertainty about what comes next. While many share deep ties to their homeland, perspectives within the diaspora often diverge from those inside Iran, particularly regarding the role of U.S. intervention.
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Cloudbuster 9 in Wartime
During World War II, UNC’s Cloudbuster Nine united baseball stars and future presidents in a Navy training team. Anne R. Keene uncovered their forgotten story through her father’s scrapbook, leading to a book honoring the players’ service, talent, and lasting impact on their communities.
Health care workers, first responders reflect on Hurricane Helene’s emotional impact
By Emma Unger About two weeks after Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina with historic…
A story stitched in color
By Sienna Ayes A dark green mesh helmet caked heavy with dust. A white-and-blue silicone…
Fear, Mental Health Gaps, and the Aftermath of Iryna Zarutska’s Killing
The Blue Line light rail crossing at 9th Street Station in Charlotte, North Carolina, Sunday,…
For these university students without cars, grocery stores are inaccessible
For students living on university campuses and without a personal vehicle, getting to a grocery…