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Johnson & Johnson is expanding its operations in Wilson, North Carolina, with a multibillion-dollar investment to build a new factory that will produce cancer drugs, creating hundreds of new jobs. The state is supporting this growth with a $12 million program to train workers, highlighting North Carolina's appeal for life sciences companies and its focus on workforce development.
North Carolina's men's basketball team defeated Florida State 79-66, with standout performances from Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar, while maintaining strong defensive stats and preparing for a challenging upcoming schedule.
A shooting occurred inside a Walmart in Wilson, North Carolina on Christmas Eve, where customers disarmed and restrained a suspect, leading to his arrest along with another individual; no injuries were reported, and the store remained closed as police investigated.
Lefty Seattle mayoral challenger Katie Wilson is narrowly leading incumbent Bruce Harrell as vote counts continue, with her parents in New York providing financial support for her childcare expenses, highlighting her campaign focus on issues like homelessness and affordable childcare.
Jets coach Aaron Glenn declined to name a starting quarterback for the upcoming game against the Bengals, citing strategic reasons, while also announcing that key players Garrett Wilson and Sauce Gardner will be out due to injuries. The team is still uncertain about Tyrod Taylor's availability, and Glenn emphasized the importance of keeping the decision under wraps to maintain a competitive advantage.
The NFL season of 2025 is seeing teams like the Giants quickly starting rookie quarterbacks, with the Giants replacing Russell Wilson after a brief stint, while the Patriots have sold a significant stake in their franchise for $720 million. Additionally, NFL kickoff returns are making a comeback, becoming safer and more exciting, reversing a trend of decline.
The New York Giants suffered a 22-9 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, with standout performances from rookie Cam Skattebo and veteran Brian Burns, but struggled offensively, especially on third down, and faced challenges including injuries and poor quarterback play from Russell Wilson.
The New York Giants suffered a 22-9 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, with standout performances from rookie Cam Skattebo and veteran Brian Burns, but struggled offensively, especially on third down, and faced challenges including injuries and poor quarterback play from Russell Wilson.
The article previews the Week 1 NFL game between the Giants and Commanders, focusing on the Giants' offensive strategies with new quarterback Russell Wilson, their offensive line concerns, and potential matchup advantages against the Commanders' defense, including rookie corner Trey Amos and Washington's blitz-heavy scheme.
The Giants' practice session focused on critical passing situations, featuring notable plays like Darius Slayton’s one-handed catch and Russell Wilson’s deep pass to Malik Nabers, with both offense and defense showing competitive effort amid injuries and strategic drills.
The Giants' third day of training camp featured hot weather, focus on short and deep passes, notable chemistry between Russell Wilson and Malik Nabers, strong coverage from defenders, and competitive team drills, ending with a minor injury scare.
Ronald Acuna Jr. was scratched from the Braves' lineup due to back tightness, affecting his participation in the upcoming All-Star Game, while Athletics' shortstop Jacob Wilson was injured after being hit by a pitch during the game.
Wilson is set to release the highly engineered Wilson Airless Gen1 basketball, a 3D-printed ball that eliminates the need for inflation and comes in black, brown, and off-white natural colors. The ball, which will be available on Wilson.com and at the NBA All-Star weekend, features upgrades from the prototype and is fully playable, meeting regulation specifications. The 3D printing process allows for customization and potential sustainable advantages, with Wilson hoping to drive industry interest in embracing this technology for future generations of airless balls.
Finnish athletic company Amer Sports, known for Wilson tennis rackets and Arc'teryx, debuted on the stock market with a 5% increase after pricing its IPO at $13 per share, raising $1.37 billion. The company's decision to discount its IPO came amid market uncertainty, and it aims to use the proceeds to improve its balance sheet and fund growth initiatives. Concerns about its ties to China and reliance on the region were also raised, but CEO James Zheng emphasized the importance of building a strong footprint in China while highlighting that North America and Europe remain its largest markets.
The small city of Wilson, North Carolina, ended its bus service and launched an on-demand van service powered by a smartphone app, resulting in a 300% increase in public transit ridership. The service, known as RIDE, offers $2.50 trips anywhere in town and has been particularly beneficial for residents without access to a car. Wilson's transition to microtransit was driven by the need to address unemployment and lack of transportation options. The city partnered with Via, a microtransit company, to create the software for the service. Microtransit solutions like RIDE have emerged as a way to bridge the gap between urban and rural transportation needs and have gained attention from other communities seeking to implement similar programs. However, the challenge of funding remains a significant obstacle for the long-term sustainability of microtransit initiatives.