Eagles draft dual-threat QB Cole Payton — what it means for Jalen Hurts

Philadelphia selected North Dakota State quarterback Cole Payton in the 2026 NFL Draft — a move some found surprising but logical to observers who followed team strategy.

Published Apr 27, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

The Philadelphia Eagles shocked some people when they selected a quarterback in the 2026 NFL draft. But those who have been paying attention shouldn’t be surprised in the slightest.

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60 new measles cases confirmed in Pennsylvania as students return to school

Health officials confirmed 60 new measles cases in Pennsylvania in the past week. Since April, infections have spread from southeastern Pennsylvania into counties across central Pennsylvania, and the...

Published Aug 21, 2026, 5:30 AM EDT

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The Hollies retire from touring after 60+ years

After more than six decades on the road, The Hollies announced on social media that they will no longer be taking the stage. The band cited health issues...

Published Aug 21, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT

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Friend’s reliance on food is breaking my heart

A reader writes to Dear Abby saying her longtime friend, whom she considers family and who — apart from her husband — is all she has left, has...

Published Aug 21, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT

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John Niland, Cowboys Super Bowl champion and All-Pro, dies at 82

John Niland, a former Dallas Cowboys offensive guard who earned All-Pro honors and was part of a Super Bowl-winning team, has died at age 82. He played on...

Published Aug 21, 2026, 4:48 AM EDT

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Steve Hilton calls for end to California’s ‘nightmare’

With less than three weeks until Election Day, Steve Hilton is wasting little time getting out the vote. He has urged an end to what he describes as...

Published Aug 20, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT

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FedEx, UPS, Polar Air win $5.7B in delivery contracts

Three delivery companies — FedEx, UPS and Polar Air — have secured $5.7 billion in government delivery contracts. The agreements cover domestic and international shipments scheduled from 2026...

Published Aug 20, 2026, 6:22 PM EDT

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Woman charged in plot to bomb NY State Capitol, kill legislators

A New York woman who converted to Islam has been charged in connection with an alleged plot to blow up the New York State Capitol in Albany and...

Published Aug 20, 2026, 4:54 PM EDT

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State Department approves $4.5B sale of refueling aircraft to Qatar

The U.S. State Department has approved a $4.5 billion deal for Qatar to purchase four aerial-refueling aircraft. Boeing, Pratt & Whitney Military Engines, RTX and Northrop Grumman are...

Published Aug 20, 2026, 4:48 PM EDT

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Poll: 34% of North Carolinians identify as MAGA, 29% as Democratic Socialists

A poll conducted at the end of July found about 34% of North Carolina respondents said they are a lot or somewhat MAGA. Approximately 29% identified as members...

Published Aug 20, 2026, 4:45 PM EDT

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John Stamos celebrates 63rd birthday with nude photo

John Stamos celebrated his 63rd birthday by sharing a nude, NSFW photo with his followers. The "Full House" alum has continued a yearly tradition of marking his birthday...

Published Aug 20, 2026, 4:39 PM EDT

Eagles draft dual-threat QB Cole Payton — what it means for Jalen Hurts

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