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New EPA rules for about 200 US chemical manufacturers take aim at ‘cancer alleys’
The US Environmental Protection Agency issued new rules on Tuesday to protect neighborhoods near more than 200 manufacturing facilities that release airborne toxins such as ethylene oxide, chloroprene, benzene, vinyl chloride, 1,3 butadiene and ethylene dichloride.
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Nobel Prize-winning scientist: "Why do we die" - the latest on aging and immortality
Since time immemorial, humans have done their darnedest to try and cheat death. Today, as revolutionary advancements transform the stuff of science fiction into everyday reality, are we closer to extending our lifespan or even perhaps immortality?
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What Sandra Day O’Connor’s papers reveal about a landmark Supreme Court decision; why it could be overturned soon
The newly opened papers of the late Justice Sandra Day O’Connor reveal the internal deliberations of a groundbreaking Supreme Court case that gave US regulators significant latitude to protect the environment and public health – and show how the ruling almost never happened.
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James and Jennifer Crumbley, parents of school shooter, set to be sentenced on manslaughter charges
James and Jennifer Crumbley, the parents of the teenager who killed four students in the 2021 school shooting in Oxford, Michigan, are set to be sentenced to prison on Tuesday, weeks after being convicted of manslaughter.
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Norfolk Southern reaches $600 million settlement to settle East Palestine derailment suit
Norfolk Southern has reached a $600 million settlement that, if approved by a court, will resolve all class-action lawsuits within 20 miles of its 2023 East Palestine, Ohio, derailment that spilled more than a million pounds of hazardous chemicals into the soil, water and air.
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Celebrating Houston's Generosity: Yellowstone Schools' Annual Gala in McGovern Centennial Gardens
Under the embrace of perfect Spring weather, Houstonians flocked to the picturesque McGovern Centennial Gardens on Thursday, April 4th, for a cause close to their hearts – the sixth annual Party in the Park fundraiser for Yellowstone Schools. This enchanting evening saw laughter, music, and camaraderie fill the air, as attendees came together to show their support. The event proved not only a social highlight but also a substantial success, with over $778,000 raised, a feat made even more remarkable by a generous matching donation from On Track Ministries.
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Tesla heads to court after Apple engineer’s family says Autopilot caused his fatal crash
Tesla and its controversial automated-driving system are on trial starting this week.
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Protein ice cream company wins 2024 Rice Business Plan Competition
Rice University hosts world’s largest and richest student startup competition
Ice cream company Protein Pints took home the grand prize at the 2024 Rice Business Plan Competition (RBPC) April 6 as the best student ventures from top universities across the world competed for prizes in front of nearly 350 angel, venture capital and corporate investors and members of the business community.
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Unveiling the Rabbi Samuel Karff Bridge: Enhancing Connectivity and Commemorating a Legacy
In a heartwarming tribute to the late Rabbi Samuel Karff's commitment to unity and justice, Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Houston Parks Board President and CEO Beth White are set to unveil the Rabbi Samuel Karff Bridge on April 9, 2024. This landmark pedestrian-bike bridge, spanning Brays Bayou from North Braeswood to South Braeswood boulevards, not only honors Rabbi Karff's enduring legacy but also enhances recreational opportunities and fosters safer routes for students to commute to schools.
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Red Chickz: The Hottest Nashville Hot Chicken Joint Lands in Houston!
Brace yourselves, spice lovers! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the fiery flavors of Red Chickz, the legendary Nashville hot chicken sensation straight from the heart of Los Angeles. Set to make its sizzling debut in Houston later this spring, Red Chickz is primed to set the city ablaze with its signature blend of heat and crunch.
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Empowering Houston’s Youth Entrepreneurs: Lemonade Day Houston's 17th Season
As spring blooms across Houston, Lemonade Day Houston launches its 17th season, gearing up to empower young entrepreneurs in Grades K through 8. This free experiential program promises to cultivate valuable business skills while savoring the sweet taste of ownership. As spring blooms across Houston, Lemonade Day Houston launches its 17th season, gearing up to empower young entrepreneurs in Grades K through 8. This free experiential program promises to cultivate valuable business skills while savoring the sweet taste of ownership.
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Toxic ‘forever’ chemicals found in excessive levels in global groundwater, study says
Potentially toxic chemicals called PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are found in surface and groundwaters around the world at levels much higher than many international regulators allow, a new study found.
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Social Media Regulations in Brazil Urged After Clash with Elon Musk Reaches Breaking Point
Brazil’s attorney general has called for social media platforms in the country to be regulated after Elon Musk threatened to disobey a court order banning certain accounts on X and lashed out against “aggressive censorship.”
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‘No one is going to catch’ Max Verstappen, says Mercedes boss Toto Wolff
Just four races into the Formula One season, Mercedes boss Toto Wolff believes the title is Max Verstappen’s to lose after another dominant win for the Red Bull driver.
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Akshay Bhatia pops shoulder back in; clinchies dramatic sudden-death victory at Valero Texas Open
Bhatia was six shots clear when he made the turn at the Valero Texas Open on Sunday. Nine holes later, he headed into a sudden-death playoff nursing a shoulder that had just popped out of its socket.
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Men’s March Madness: Everything you need to know about national championship game between UConn/Purdue
History beckons for both UConn and Purdue in the national championship game on Monday.
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South Carolina’s three titles in seven years speak volumes of Dawn Staley’s remarkable tenure as coach
Caitlin Clark’s last dance in the NCAA dominated conversation ahead of Sunday’s women’s national championship game.
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Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear reactor damaged following drone attack
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) in Ukraine was damaged Sunday in a drone attack, the United Nations’ energy watchdog said, as both Russian and Ukrainian officials denied responsibility for the strike and accused the other of carrying it out.
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Gender-affirming surgery threatens ‘unique dignity’ of a person, Vatican says
The Vatican has issued a strong warning against “gender theory” and said that any gender-affirming surgery risks threatening “the unique dignity” of a person, in a new document signed off and approved by Pope Francis.
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Total solar eclipse: Where and when to watch and what to look out for
The day has finally arrived. After a nearly seven-year wait, it’s time for a total solar eclipse to create a celestial spectacle in the skies over the United States as well as parts of Mexico and Canada.
