An AI model from Meta also hacked another company during testing
Meta has joined OpenAI and Anthropic in reporting an AI testing mishap after one of its models exploited a security flaw and breached another company’s systems during a cybersecurity evaluation.
Barber continues 31-year tradition of free Back-to-School haircuts
For more than three decades, barber and pastor Shawn Moses has helped students head back to school with confidence by providing free haircuts to children and easing the financial burden on families.
Inside a Detroit Tigers clubhouse that still believes, even after trading away Tarik Skubal
Despite trading away ace Tarik Skubal at the deadline, the Detroit Tigers insist their postseason hopes remain alive as they look to prove they can still contend down the stretch.
Soccer legend Figo says beleaguered Infantino ‘must go’ as FIFA holds crisis meeting
Soccer icon Luis Figo is calling for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to step down after the collapse of a controversial proposal to sell private stakes in the World Cup.
China hits US with sanctions, drone export curbs ahead of Xi visit
China has announced new sanctions and export controls targeting U.S. companies, escalating trade and technology tensions just weeks before an anticipated summit between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
Corporate America got billions of dollars in tariff refunds. Where’s your cut?
Billions of dollars in tariff refunds are flowing back to major corporations after the Supreme Court struck down key Trump-era tariffs—but most American consumers who paid higher prices won't see a penny.
White House to meet with top AI companies ahead of first big regulation push
The White House is convening leading AI companies to shape a new government review process for advanced AI models, as safety concerns and calls for stronger oversight intensify.
Capital One says it shut down hundreds of Trump Organization accounts over money-laundering concerns
Capital One says it closed hundreds of Trump Organization bank accounts in 2021 over anti-money laundering concerns, rejecting claims that the decision was politically motivated.
Leading with Purpose
In the debut of Leading with Purpose, Houston Area Urban League President and CEO Judson W. Robinson III reflects on a lifetime of public service, community leadership and expanding opportunity across Houston.
The US has stepped in to buy Japanese yen. Why?
The United States has intervened in Japan’s currency market for the first time in more than a decade, joining Tokyo in a rare effort to strengthen the struggling yen and stabilize the global economy.
Inwood Rose Hill Rises: Grand Parkway Development Plants Seeds for Apartments, Major Retail—and a Future H-E-B
A major mixed-use development is taking shape along the Grand Parkway in northwest Houston, where new apartments are under construction and H-E-B already owns land that could become a future retail anchor.
Trill Burgers Brings Award-Winning Houston Flavor to Rice University Campus
Award-winning Houston burger brand Trill Burgers is expanding its campus presence with a new location at Rice University, bringing its signature beef and vegan burgers to students, faculty and visitors.
Harris County Law Enforcement Pay Parity Investment Cuts Turnover by More Than 50%, Officials Report
Harris County’s $118.4 million law enforcement pay parity investment has reduced officer turnover by more than 50%, increased recruitment and added more officers to serve communities across the county.
Huntington National Bank Appoints Blake Absher to Lead Central Texas Growth Strategy
The Huntington National Bank has appointed Blake Absher as Central Texas Division President to lead regional growth and strengthen client relationships across Austin, San Antonio, Waco and Bryan-College Station.
The market’s big AI doubts are exposing the riskiest players
The dramatic rise and rapid unraveling of an AI-focused hedge fund is fueling fresh concerns about leverage, market concentration and the risks behind Wall Street’s booming artificial intelligence trade.

