Associated Press UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Yemen’s Houthi rebels have agreed to allow tugboats and rescue ships to assist a Greek-flagged oil tanker that remains ablaze in the Red Sea “in consideration of humanitarian and environmental concerns.” That’s according to a claim by Iran’s mission to the United Nations late Wednesday. However, the Houthis did
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Associated Press MANAUS, Brazil (AP) — Smoke from wildfires in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest is causing people in the region to cough, burning their throats and reddening their eyes. Swaths of the country have been draped in smoke in recent days, resulting from fires raging across the Amazon, Cerrado savannah, Pantanal wetland and the state of
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Alexandra Ferguson Trier, Alemania (CNN) — Luna, una mujer de 32 años que se describe a sí misma como “simpatizante de Trump y MAGA” del disputado estado de Wisconsin, ha ganado un enorme número de seguidores desde que se unió a X, antes Twitter, en marzo. Su timeline se ha convertido en un megáfono digital
Continue Reading Associated Press The CSX worker who discovered his friend run over by a pair of remote-control locomotives last year sees two-person crews as a simple solution to preventing similar deaths. The worker’s testimony is a part of an update released Wednesday by the National Transportation Safety Board into the September 2023 death of Fred Anderson.
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By Joy Benedict, Dean Fioresi Click here for updates on this story California (KCAL/KCBS) — The search continues for an elderly couple who went missing from the Olive Dell Ranch nudist resort in Southern California over the weekend. Stephanie Menard, 73, and her husband, Daniel Menard, 79, were last seen on Saturday at their home
Continue Reading KCAL, KCBS, SANDY MARINELLLI, REDLANDS PD, CNN By Joy Benedict, Dean Fioresi Click here for updates on this story California (KCAL/KCBS) — The search continues for an elderly couple who went missing from the Olive Dell Ranch nudist resort in Southern California over the weekend. Stephanie Menard, 73, and her husband, Daniel Menard, 79, were
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AP Sports Writer BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Denzel Ward has almost moved past another concussion. Cleveland’s three-time Pro Bowl cornerback returned to practice on Wednesday for the first time since suffering at least his fifth documented concussion while playing in the NFL. Ward remains in the league’s concussion protocol, but he’s entered the final stage
Continue Reading Associated Press/Report for America AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A series of raids in Texas on the homes of Latino campaign volunteers has outraged civil rights groups who want federal action after officers seized electronics and documents as part of a state investigation into alleged election fraud. No charges have been filed against those who had
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By Amarachi Orie, CNN (CNN) — Sleepy seals, a “dancing” stoat and a caiman’s fatal encounter with a jaguar are among the highly commended images in this year’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. The 60th edition of the contest received a record 59,228 entries from people of all ages and experience levels from 117
Continue Reading Ana Melgar (CNN Español) — La Comisión Interamericana de Derechos Humanos (CIDH) señaló en un informe que en Venezuela se registra una “grave crisis” que incluye uso arbitrario de la fuerza, detenciones arbitrarias, persecución judicial, restricción a la libertad de expresión y obstáculos a la labor de organizaciones para la defensa de los derechos humanos.
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EL PASO, Texas – UTEP women’s basketball has brought in six players to bolster the 2024-25 roster, Head Coach Keitha Adams announced Wednesday. A brief profile on each signee and quotes from Adams follow below. Portia Adams Guard 5-6 Lamar Cedar Hill, Texas Coming to UTEP after taking a year off following two seasons at
Continue Reading Associated Press PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Yordan Alvarez hit three home runs and rookie Spencer Arrighetti carried a no-hit bid into the eighth inning as the Houston Astros routed the Philadelphia Phillies and Taijuan Walker 10-0 on Wednesday. Arrighetti, a 24-year-old right-hander, shut down the NL East-leading Phillies through seven innings and lost his no-hitter in
Continue Reading SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador (AP) — A magnitude 6.1 earthquake rattled El Salvador on Wednesday afternoon with no initial reports of injuries or damage, according to a report from the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake took place 37 miles off the coast of the western region of La Libertad. It shook much of the Central
Continue Reading By Lisa Valadez Click here for updates on this story August 28, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Alief ISD Alief ISD’s Therapy Intervention K9 program features Holly, a 1-year-old Border Collie mix who has been serving the district since May 2024. Holly’s presence has been transformative, providing a unique form of support that only a
Continue Reading By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story August 28, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a move that marks the dawn of a new era for the Houston Public Library system, Mayor John Whitmire has appointed the esteemed Sandy Gaw as the city’s new Library Director. With an impressive career rooted in
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story August 28, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a bold and transformative move for Houston’s public safety landscape, Mayor John Whitmire has appointed Roderick Jackson as the new Director of the Houston Emergency Center (HEC). This decision marks a pivotal moment in the city’s
Continue Reading Luis Ernesto Quintana Barney (CNN Español) — Un sismo de magnitud 6,1 sacudió El Salvador este miércoles y sus efectos fueron perceptibles hasta Guatemala, según reportes del Servicio Geológico de Estados Unidos (USGS, por sus siglas en inglés). El foco sísmico estuvo localizado a 33,9 kilómetros de profundidad y el epicentro estuvo ubicado a 60 kilómetros al sursuroeste de La Libertad,
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story August 28, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In the heart of Houston, where cultures blend and opportunities flourish, the 2024 State of Hispanics – Data Summit & Business Expo was a testament to the power and influence of the Hispanic community in the region.
Continue Reading MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Officials say one person was taken to a hospital after a United Airlines flight was diverted to Memphis, Tennessee, because of severe turbulence. In separate statements, United and the Memphis Fire Department said the person was in non-critical condition when taken to a hospital Wednesday after the flight headed from Cancun,
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story August 28, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a significant stride toward improving Houston’s transportation network, the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) celebrated the “topping off” of its highly anticipated Park & Ride garage at Fort Bend Town Center. This event marks
Continue Reading Associated Press GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Ariz. (AP) — The main pipeline providing water to the Grand Canyon National Park has failed after a series of breaks, leading to a sudden and sweeping shutdown of overnight hotel stays during one of the busiest times of the year for the famous tourist destination. Water restrictions will
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story August 28, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a state as diverse as Texas, where every vote carries the weight of history and the promise of change, recent actions by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton have sparked a wave of indignation among Latino communities
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story August 28, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In an unprecedented show of bipartisan support, more than 200 Republican stalwarts, veterans of the Bush, McCain, and Romney campaigns, have boldly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris in her presidential bid. This move, signaling a seismic shift
Continue Reading Associated Press VALLEY VIEW, Texas (AP) — The dazed residents of a north Texas county sifted through their mangled homes on Sunday after seven people there were killed when a tornado ripped through the remote region near the tiny community of Valley View. Cooke County Sheriff Ray Sappington said there’s “just a trail of debris
Continue Reading By Muhammad Darwish and Jeremy Diamond, CNN (CNN) — Abdul Rahman sleeps in a battered car seat, rocked by his mother Niveen Abu al-Jidyan. For the moment, he’s blissfully unaware of the drones overhead, or the incurable disease crippling his body. “He can’t stand, sit, or move like before. He is very weak,” Abu al-Jidyan
Continue Reading ALVORD, Texas (AP) — Four people were killed and 10 were injured when a van rolled multiple times after the driver veered off a Texas highway and then overcorrected Wednesday, authorities said. The crash happened just before 8 a.m. on U.S. 287 in Alvord, about 80 miles (130 kilometers) northwest of Dallas, the Texas Department
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story August 28, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Houston Community College (HCC) has long been a beacon of educational excellence, but with the advent of the 1-N.O.W. program, it’s now breaking barriers in accessibility and flexibility like never before. Tailored for today’s dynamic and fast-paced
Continue Reading By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story August 28, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — As Houston braces for another hurricane season, the Houston Public Library is stepping up to help our community stay safe and powered up. This September, the Library Card Sign-Up Month campaign has a special twist—hurricane preparedness. By simply
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story August 28, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a cinematic landscape where sequels often struggle to capture the magic of their predecessors, Deadpool & Wolverine defies the odds, catapulting itself to the top of the box office with a thunderous roar. This R-rated marvel
Continue Reading By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story August 28, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Are you ready to move, groove, and be part of something spectacular this Labor Day weekend? The vibrant city of Houston is about to make history with the inaugural Houston Black Dance Festival, a celebration that promises
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