CNN Exclusive: After Ukraine, Biden administration turns to Musk's satellite internet for Iran
The White House has engaged in talks with Elon Musk about the possibility of setting up SpaceX's satellite internet service Starlink inside Iran, multiple officials familiar with the discussions told CNN.
Unprecedented 401(k) boost: IRS increases amount you can save for retirement in 2023
The IRS on Friday announced a record increase in contribution limits to 401(k) and other tax-deferred retirement plans for 2023.
Far-right leader Giorgia Meloni named as Italy's first female prime minister
Populist firebrand Giorgia Meloni has been named as Italy's first female prime minister, becoming the country's most far-right leader since Benito Mussolini.
Ahead of potential White House run, Pence is raising big money for GOP midterm candidates
When former Vice President Mike Pence agreed to appear at an October 21 fundraiser for Derek Schmidt, the Kansas Republican's campaign expected a positive response. But in the first 24 hours after the invitations went out last week, the campaign raised nearly $100,000 -- a figure that astounded Schmidt's operation.
Subway rider stabbed during argument on Upper West Side 2 train
Police are searching for the suspect behind a stabbing on the subway late Wednesday night.
Krop HS magnet students accuse theater teacher of bullying, discrimination over canceled school trip
A group of outraged seniors at Dr. Michael M. Krop High School say they are being discriminated against and are blaming their new theater teacher of bullying.
Bakers worry price of butter may signal shortage on cusp of the holidays
The holidays are fast-approaching and that means bakers will be busy. Those who've already begun their cookie-decorating may have noticed that the price of butter is up from last year. Some bakers are also worried that there could be a butter shortage.
Twitter stock falls after report says Biden admin weighing security review of Musk ventures
Shares of Twitter dropped as much as 8% in pre-market trading Friday as investors braced for some last-minute uncertainty around Elon Musk's $44 billion deal to buy the company.
Archaeologists restoring ISIS damage in Iraq discover Assyrian reliefs unseen for millennia
Archaeologists in northern Iraq have uncovered some extraordinary Assyrian rock carvings dating back around 2,700 years.
Voter fraud case dismissed against Miami defendant
A Florida judge on Friday dismissed the case of a Miami man who was arrested on charges related to election fraud in August, saying state prosecutors acted beyond their authority.
This powerful photo shows what's happening now at the border
It's a striking image that reveals one family's struggle and a major change at the US-Mexico border.
US budget deficit slashed in half, but remains far above pre-pandemic levels, as Covid spending winds down
The US budget deficit was slashed in half during fiscal year 2022, a record $1.4 trillion drop driven by the winding down of massive pandemic-related spending and a jump in revenues for the federal government as jobs and wages surged during the economic recovery.
Facebook and TikTok are approving ads with 'blatant' misinformation about voting in midterms, researchers say
Facebook and TikTok failed to block advertisements with "blatant" misinformation about when and how to vote in the US midterms, as well as about the integrity of the voting process, according to a new report from human rights watchdog Global Witness and the Cybersecurity for Democracy Team (C4D) at New York University.
GMC Continues the Electric Truck Revolution: Introducing the First-Ever 2024 Sierra EV
Led by Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 with a 400-mile range1, GMC becomes industry’s first brand with three all-electric trucks
GMC’s introduction of the first-ever Sierra EV marks a turning point for the premium truck brand, as it expands its portfolio of all-electric trucks. Led by the 2024 Sierra EV Denali Edition 1, it offers uncompromising pickup capability, a GM-estimated 400 miles of range1 on a full charge and unique features made possible only by its dedicated EV truck platform.
Jazz Houston Presents the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) with Wynton Marsalis's Houston Residency
Barbara Bush Literacy Plaza at the Central Library – 500 McKinney Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.
The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, led by 9X Grammy-award-winning Wynton Marsalis, will bring its “Spirit of Swing” to Houston November 1-3, in a series of performances and classes that will celebrate and expand appreciation for this great American music. The musical director for the concert and residency will be Jazz Houston's Co-Founder/Artistic Director Vincent Gardner, a 20-plus year member and Lead Trombonist of the JLCO.
Healthcare Icon Tours Namesake Nursing Excellence Center at Harris Health System
When Lois J. Moore walked into her namesake facility at Harris Health System, she noticed a big difference. Gone were the rows of seats and cubicle spaces when it was a building used by patients to register or update personal information to obtain medical services from the public healthcare system.
Harris County DA’s Domestic Violence Division to unveil new facility, donate over $440,000 to community partners
In recent years, a courthouse under renovation and the coronavirus pandemic scattered domestic violence resources to different corners of Harris County, forcing victims to go to multiple locations to seek help, such as filing for protective orders and finding information about shelters and other resources. It was an ordeal that proved confusing and potentially put them at greater risk.
Ride & Vote: METRO Providing Free Rides to the Polls
METRO, in partnership with the League of Women Voters, is offering free rides to Houston-area polling locations for the 2022 midterm elections. Voters can ride at no charge on METRORail, local buses, METRORapid, curb2curb and METROLift paratransit services.
This Sunday Enjoy a Day of Pampering and Fun Courtesy of Milk and Cookies Kid Spa!
In celebration of Women in Small Business Month, Jataon and Teychenne are New York entrepreneurs worth highlighting as their success with Milk and Cookies Kids Spa reaches new heights.
