NASA’s Perseverance rover lands on Mars for ambitious mission
After a nerve-wracking seven-minute descent, NASA’s Perseverance rover successfully touched down on Mars on Thursday afternoon, as part of one…
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The Texas power grid is improving – but days of outages have caused heat, water and food shortages
AUSTIN, Texas — The widespread power outages in Texas improved overnight even as they caused serious, cascading issues with the state’s…
Continue Reading Families are fueling fires with baby blocks and sleeping in cars to keep warm: These are the stories of the Texas storm
EULESS, Texas — As winter storms and freezing temperatures continue to wreak havoc across Texas, many are having to fight for survival.…
Continue Reading They say Biden’s plan would change their lives. Here’s how
Luis Tapia would finally get a driver’s license. Marilú Saldaña would visit her mom in Mexico before it’s too late. Karina Ruiz De Diaz…
Continue Reading More than 130 countries don’t have a single Covid-19 vaccine, while 10 countries have already dispersed 75% of all vaccines, the UN says
Just 10 countries have administered 75% of the world’s available Covid-19 vaccine supply, while more than 130 countries haven’t even…
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Two officers shot near Dallas
Two officers were shot in Texas after responding to a call Thursday about a shooting in a Dallas suburb, Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia tweeted…
Continue Reading Storms devastate a nation on the brink after a year of lockdown — and it’s nowhere near over
There is no fine time for a devastating barrage of winter storms, but it’s hard to imagine the weather icing over much of the United States…
Continue Reading Cruz travels to Cancun, Mexico, as millions of Texans remain without power amid historic winter storm
Sen. Ted Cruz and his family flew to Cancun, Mexico, he confirmed in a statement to CNN, as a winter disaster in his home state left millions without…
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Thousands of turtles have been rescued from freezing waters in Texas
BROWNSVILLE, Texas — As Texas’ deep freeze wreaks havoc on land, sea animals also suffer in its icy waters. This week, more than 2,600…
Continue Reading Perseverance rover is coming in for a Mars landing today
Landing day is finally here. The NASA Perseverance rover has been on a nearly 300 million-mile journey since it left Earth more than 6 months ago. If…
Continue Reading How to watch the Mars rover landing today
The search for signs of ancient life on Mars. The first helicopter fly on another planet. The first recordings of sound on the red planet.…
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A mother of 5 was shot and killed after her kids found a gun in her purse
Five children are motherless after a gun accident killed their mother and injured their youngest sibling. The 25-year-old woman was at home with her…
Continue Reading ‘I am a hostage,’ says ‘Hotel Rwanda’ hero as terrorism trial begins in Kigali
Paul Rusesabagina, who inspired the movie “Hotel Rwanda,” appeared in court in Kigali on Wednesday along with 20 others accused of…
Continue Reading Real-time talk with a sleeping person is possible — and they can even understand it
People can say all sorts of strange things in their sleep, but a new study suggests that someone in the middle of a vivid dream can understand…
Continue Reading Storm threatens to blanket the East Coast in ice as Texans struggle for heat and water after days without power
As hundreds of thousands of Texans struggle for heat and water because of utility outages for a fifth consecutive day, more potentially deadly storms…
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This is what’s being done to protect Texas’ most vulnerable communities
DALLAS, Texas — A deadly winter storm and cold snap in Texas left many in the Lone Star state struggling as those used to the heat are now…
Continue Reading Yoko Ono Fast Facts
Here’s a look at the life of artist, musician and anti-war activist Yoko Ono. Personal Birth date: February 18, 1933 Birth place: Tokyo, Japan…
Continue Reading Congress is again discussing reparations for slavery. It’s a complex and thorny issue
Slavery reparations are back in the national spotlight. A House Judiciary subcommittee held a hearing this week to discuss establishing a federal…
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UK’s Prince Philip spends a second night in hospital
Prince Philip has spent a second night in hospital after being admitted earlier this week as a “precautionary measure” following…
Continue Reading Black History Month: Gil Scott-Heron
Gil Scott-Heron (1949-2011) was a New York City poet, activist, musician, social critic and spoken-word performer whose songs in the ‘70s helped…
Continue Reading Government action took months as nursing home workers died during the pandemic
The federal agency responsible for protecting workers did little to hold nursing homes accountable for dangerous conditions during the coronavirus…
Continue Reading Winter weather threatens to blanket the East Coast in ice after turning fatal for Southerners trying to keep warm
Dozens of people across the United States have died from a spate of winter storms — and now the weather is threatening to pummel the…
Continue Reading Texans face yet another day of misery as families struggle with unheated homes and water problems
The misery for millions caused by brutally cold weather and widespread power outages in Texas is far from over, with freezing temperatures forecast…
Continue Reading 5 things to know for February 18: Texas, Covid-19, immigration, Limbaugh, Facebook
Hundreds of people worked for nearly a decade to develop NASA’s most advanced robotic explorer yet. Her name is Perseverance, and she’s…
Continue Reading What’s behind Biden’s snub of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman
In a region where respect, or the lack of it, is as powerful as a physical punch, President Joe Biden’s press secretary just landed a sharp jab…
Continue Reading Winter storms threaten to blanket the East Coast in ice after turning fatal for Southerners trying to keep warm
Dozens of people across the United States have died from a spate of winter storms — and now the weather is threatening to pummel the…
Continue Reading Winter storms hold deadly grip in states struggling to recover as icy threat heads toward East Coast
Dozens of people across the United States have died from a spate of winter storms– and now the weather is threatening to pummel the…
Continue Reading February 17 coronavirus news
THE VIRUS OUTBREAK: — Japan begins COVID-19 vaccination drive amid Olympic worries — Fidelity Charitable says record year of donations falls…
Continue Reading Ralph Nader Fast Facts
Here’s a look at the life of consumer advocate and former candidate for president Ralph Nader. Personal Birth date: February 27, 1934 Birth…
Continue Reading A comedian handed out $13,000 to hospitality workers at a New York bar
A New York City waitstaff received a surprise gift last week after a comedian handed out thousands of dollars raised by her online fans. Robyn Schall…
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