Trump, facing fury, says he misspoke with Putin
President Donald Trump, facing an onslaught of bipartisan fury over his glowing remarks about Vladimir Putin, said more than 24 hours afterward that he had misspoken during his news conference with the autocratic Russian leader.
5 things for July 18: Trump's walk-back, Ohio State University lawsuits, Las Vegas shooting litigation
Major League Baseball held its All-Star Game on Tuesday night, but it looked a lot like the Home Run Derby. And, oh yeah, the National League lost again. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Michelle Williams reveals she sought help for mental health issues
Former Destiny's Child singer Michelle Williams has revealed she's now happy and healthy after recently seeking medical help for mental health issues.
MGM Resorts denies liability for Las Vegas shooting, asks courts for protection from lawsuits
The owner of the Mandalay Bay hotel says it bears no liability in last year's Las Vegas concert massacre and is asking the courts to grant federal protections that shield companies who provide anti-terrorism products and services to civilians.
He walked all night to be on time for his first day of work. His boss was so impressed he gave him a car
When an Alabama college student's car broke down the night before his first day at a new job, there was one thing he knew he wouldn't do: Not show up. So he walked to work. For 20 miles.
Trump seems to question US commitment to defending all NATO allies
President Donald Trump seemingly questioned the United States' commitment to defending all NATO allies in an interview that aired Tuesday evening.
Papa John's founder says it was a 'mistake' to resign
Papa John's founder John Schnatter said it was a "mistake" for him to resign. In letter to the pizza chain's board obtained by CNNMoney, Schnatter accused the board of not "doing any investigation" and said its decision to remove him as chairman was based on "rumor and innuendo."
Trump is not evil, just an amateur
Sometimes, I'm more alarmed by people's exaggerated reactions to Donald Trump than by Trump himself. It's the cult of exceptionalism. When Barack Obama was in charge, we were told that everything he did was a "first." Now that Trump runs things, everything he does is the "worst." And finally, with that Helsinki, Finland, press conference with Vladimir Putin, he seems to have provoked the GOP to join the hyperbole.
Donald Trump's Turnberry remains out in the cold as Open venue
The crown of Donald Trump's golf empire is set to remain out in the cold as a potential venue for the prestigious British Open. The Trump-owned historic Turnberry resort on the west coast of Scotland hosted the last of its four Opens in 2009, when Stewart Cink beat the 59-year-old Tom Watson in a playoff, but it has since been overlooked as a venue for golf's oldest major.
11-year-old girl in India raped by 17 men since January, police say
An 11-year-old girl from the Indian city of Chennai was raped by 17 men who worked in the building she lived in, local authorities said on Tuesday. The incidents took place from mid-January, according to S. Rajendran, the deputy commissioner of police for Chennai's Kilpauk district. They were reported to police Sunday after the girl told her family.
Texas to pass Iraq and Iran as world's No. 3 oil powerhouse
Don't mess with Texas. It's a global oil superpower. The shale oil boom has brought a gold rush mentality to the Lone Star State, which is home to not one but two massive oilfields.
The One-of-a-Kind Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Starts Friday, July 20
Mark your calendars for the one-of-a-kind Nordstrom Anniversary Sale launching this Friday, July 20 in the U.S. and Canada. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is the retailer’s biggest sale event of the year featuring brand-new arrivals at super-sales prices for two weeks only – July 20 through August 5 – prices go back up on August 6.
Cole Tames the Tigers: Houston Astros defeat the Detroit Tigers in convincing fashion
Houston -- Gerrit Cole (10-2) made a resounding return from the bereavement list going 5 2/3 innings and only allowing 1 earned run in the Astros victory over the Detroit Tigers (9-1). The 2018 AL All-Star struck out 8 batters to bring his franchise leading total to 177 before the All-Star break.
Tiger Woods: Open's need for creativity offers best chance of major success
He's an old man compared to golf's young guns, but Tiger Woods says the British Open gives him the best chance of adding to his major tally for the first time in 10 years.
Amazon's Prime Day is off to a red hot start, despite glitches
Despite tech glitches, Amazon Prime Day has been a huge success so far.
Netflix has its first hits in India. It needs a lot more
Netflix needs big hits if its next 100 million users are going to come from India. It just landed a couple.
Industry Visionaries Make East End Houston The Hub of Recycling and Repurposing Solid Waste
An entrepreneurial spirit is driving a generation of futurists who are merging their environmental activism with economically viable enterprises. This new group of developers is finding green capital in what has traditionally gone into landfills.
Bahamas National Youth Choir to sing at TSU today
The Bahamas National Youth Choir will deliver a special performance for the parents of new TSU students who have assembled at the University for summer orientation. The Choir will serenade parents as they have lunch after their morning informational session. The Choir has already made several stops in Houston, including a performance at the Galleria.
Houston Native Participates in World’s Largest International Maritime Warfare Exercise
A 2004 Westbury High School graduate and Houston, Texas native is serving in the U.S. Navy as part of the world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise known as the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC).
Adventure Kids Playcare and Houston West Chamber of Commerce to Host Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Tuesday, August 7, 2018: 5-7 p.m.
Adventure Kids Playcare Memorial City will host a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Houston West Chamber of Commerce at the new facility on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, from 5-7 p.m.
