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The Post and Courier 

'Best city' cheers and caution

The city of Charleston has yet again topped a "best cities" list, with the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine putting it at the pinnacle. The ranking of "best city in the world" shows just how well Charleston treats visitors while preserving its historical treasures and, of course, providing great places to eat and...

The Post and Courier 

Letter: Of human bondage

Kirkpatrick Sale authored an op-ed piece on June 13 titled "A little talk about ‘The War’," attempting to both rewrite history and put his own spin on the rationale for our Civil War. His argument is that slavery was not the primary reason for the war and that anyone who has studied the conflict and the political...

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Letter: Margin of error

Very few would argue against the fact that we are living in difficult times. Many feel we need to draw back from our involvements around the world and close our borders. To do so would be to err on the side of caution. Being overly cautious will cause hardship and grief for other people and nations. No one should condemn those who hold our...

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Letter: Mass dangers

Why would anyone need a 223/556 mm AR-15 assault rifle for home defense? It’s a weapon that can kill someone 500 to 600 yards away and be legally customized with a $150 100-round magazine and a "bump stock" for $369 that simulates automatic fire (about 600 rounds a minute). Of course, the answer is they don’t.

The Post and Courier 

Letter: No to sales tax

During the War Between the States, both North and South were hard pressed to come up with ways to finance the vast armies and navies required to fight a full-fledged war.

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Letter: A sad demise

I watched FBI Director James Comey’s statement regarding no charges to be brought against Hillary Clinton regarding her emails on a private server. My only comment is to quote Padme Amidala in "Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith":

The Post and Courier 

Letter: Stroke scare

In 2010, $73.7 billion was spent on medical and disability costs, out of which $1 billion went to South Carolina, part of the East Coast "Stroke Belt." This year, 16,000 South Carolinians will be knocked down with a stroke, out of 800,000 nationwide.

The Post and Courier 

Column leads to tale of "remarkable woman"

My friend Dr. Jack Simmons, who has been living at 15 Church St. for 70 years, was interested in the column here a few weeks ago concerning Professor Yates Snowden, whom many believe originated the term that refers to Charleston as "The Holy City." Well, it turns out Dr. Simmons has a connection to Professor Snowden, to the extent...

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Battery falls to Rangers F.C. 2-1 in highly anticipated matchup

Two father-son duos huddled under the bleachers of MUSC Health Stadium on Wednesday night while rain poured down for two hours ahead of the Charleston Battery’s exhibition game with the Rangers F.C. on Daniel Island.

mb.com.ph (Philippine News) 

DPWH prepares for Typhoon Butchoy

Despite reports that it will not make landfall, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) are now preparing for the rain brought about by Typhoon Butchoy.

mb.com.ph (Philippine News) 

No charges in Clinton email probe, Trump cries foul

No charges will be brought against Hillary Clinton for using a private email server while secretary of state, the Justice Department announced Wednesday, prompting Donald Trump to accuse his presidential rival of "crooked" dealings.

mb.com.ph (Philippine News) 

‘Butchoy’ moves slower to Taiwan

Typhoon "Butchoy" (international name: Nepartak) is expected to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility on Friday, as it continues to move northwest to Taiwan at a slower pace of 25 kph, the state weather bureau said.

The Post and Courier 

RiverDogs fall to Fireflies

COLUMBIA — Charleston RiverDogs left-hander Nestor Cortes had not allowed a run in 19 consecutive innings, but the streak came to an end against the Columbia Fireflies on Wednesday night.

mb.com.ph (Philippine News) 

Four domestic flights cancelled due to ‘Butchoy’

Four domestic flights were cancelled Thursday morning due to bad weather brought by Typhoon "Butchoy" (international name: Nepartak), the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) said.

mb.com.ph (Philippine News) 

Smartphone users turned Pokemon trainers

Netizen after netizen posted screenshots of their Pokemon Go, expressing excitement over finally becoming Pokemon Go Trainers.

The Post and Courier 

US stocks rise as drugmakers gain

NEW YORK — U.S. stocks changed course and turned higher Wednesday, with drug and consumer companies leading the way. Investors were willing to take a few more risks than the day before, but they remained cautious, and demand for bonds and precious metals stayed high.

The Post and Courier 

Demolition of old Wando High School is underway

MOUNT PLEASANT — Demolition of the original Wando High School at Mathis Ferry and Whipple roads is well under way, clearing the nearly 46-acre site for what will become Lucy Beckham High School, the second public high school in the state’s fourth-largest city.