Blinken set to testify on Afghanistan before House lawmakers angry about the war's chaotic end
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to testify Monday in what is expected to be a confrontational and emotional hearing about Afghanistan and the chaotic withdrawal that ended America's longest war.
Rookie detectorist finds huge Iron Age gold hoard in Denmark
A huge hoard of Iron Age gold artifacts has been uncovered by an amateur metal detectorist in Denmark. The "enormous" find consists of almost one kilogram (2.2 pounds) of gold buried 1,500 years ago, according to a press release from …
How long you live may depend on how much money you make
Life expectancy in modern, affluent societies is supposed to move in only one direction: upward. But that is not what is happening in the United States. The 2010s were the first decade in American history in which life expectancy failed …
Dana Bash asked Joe Manchin *7* times how much the reconciliation bill should cost. He never answered.
Here's what Joe Manchin knows: There's no way, no how, that he is voting for the proposed $3.5 trillion spending bill being pushed by Senate Democrats.
Temporary fencing to surround Capitol ahead of September 18 right-wing rally
The US Capitol Police board has approved the department's request to reinstall temporary fencing around the Capitol ahead of a planned right-wing rally Saturday, Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger told reporters Monday.
Five places to watch in the California recall
With all eyes turning to California on Tuesday to see whether Gov. Gavin Newsom is recalled, a few places within the Golden State could offer some early clues -- not only about whether the Democratic governor can keep his job …
Houston Native Serves Aboard Nuclear-powered Aircraft Carrier “Mighty IKE”
A Houston native is serving aboard one of the world’s largest warships, the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69).
Renters May Now Have An Easier Time Qualifying for a Mortgage
It’s about to get easier for renters with limited credit history to qualify for a conventional loan. Beginning September 18, 2021, Fannie Mae will have a new feature in its automated underwriting system that will incorporate rent payments with the …
City of Houston holds successful relief drive to help Hurricane Ida survivors
The City of Houston is sending five trucks loaded with food, water, and additional relief supplies to help people in Louisiana rebuild from the destruction caused by Hurricane Ida.
Texan Taliban Wing of the Republican Party
American papers are filled with pundits speculating about the horrors the Taliban may inflict on the people of Afghanistan, particularly its women. Less attention has been paid to the horrors Texas Republicans - the Taliban wing of the Republican Party …
SB1: Silencing the Minority Vote
How do you give an answer to a problem that never existed? Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 1 - the election integrity bill - into law on September 7th on the basis that the legislation now makes it easier …
House lawmakers release early details of program that would overhaul electricity sector and slash fossil fuel emissions
Lawmakers in the House released early details of a clean electricity program Thursday, which Democrats say would slash fossil fuel emissions by moving the US electric grid to 80% clean energy, like solar and wind.
Twin Cities food group struggles to find volunteers
Doing good in the Twin Cities is complicated these days. The need for access to free food is high, but the number of volunteers is low.
Mother fights for answers after discovering son killed in hit-and-run crash was also stabbed
A case that started out as a deadly hit-and-run on Highway 50 last month has taken a darker turn.
COVID long hauler tells her story as new study at rush hopes to solve some mysteries
Some survivors of COVID-19 are struggling to recover, even months after they test positive.
