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US claims Chinese AI firms are carrying out ‘industrial-scale’ theft of trade secrets

The U.S.-China AI race is heating up as federal agencies accuse Chinese firms of industrial-scale efforts to extract capabilities from American AI models.

First look at new 76ers, Flyers arena in South Philadelphia unveiled in new renderings

Philly sports fans, the future is taking shape—get your first look at the massive new arena set to become home to the Sixers, Flyers and WNBA’s newest team!

New Israeli Consul General Adi Farjon Israel Makes Houston Debut at Rosh Hashanah Reception

Houston welcomes Israel’s new consul general with a sweet Rosh Hashanah reception—and a fresh start for diplomacy across the Southwest.

Lululemon’s incoming CEO has a mountain of problems to fix

Lululemon’s new CEO is walking into a crisis as plunging sales, younger rivals and a stale product lineup put the athleisure giant’s future in focus.

Brazil’s oil industry is surging thanks to the war in Iran

Brazil is emerging as a major alternative oil supplier as the Iran war disrupts Middle East energy flows and China turns to Latin America for crude.

David D. Itz Leaves a Legacy of Leadership as Houston City College Foundation Chair

A Houston City College Foundation leadership transition marks the end of David D. Itz’s impactful chairmanship—and the beginning of a new chapter under Tracy Janda.

Goode to Know: A New Beauty Business Carries on Jo-Carolyn Goode’s Community Spirit

A new Houston beauty and fashion shop is opening its doors while carrying on the community-first spirit of the late Jo-Carolyn Goode.

Volkswagen strikes deal with Israel investment firm to turn car plant into defense facility

A Volkswagen factory that once built cars is getting a dramatic new mission: producing air-defense systems as Germany ramps up military spending.

Dr. Jacque Colbert Announces the Release of the Expanded 10th Anniversary Edition of Corporate Sisterhood™

The new edition of the book introduces The Thriver’s Rhythm, a framework designed to help women build careers they can sustain.

The US economy added 162,000 jobs in August, more than double expectations

August delivered a surprising jobs comeback with 162,000 new positions—but slowing wage growth and rising long-term unemployment show the labor market may still be on shaky ground.

US oil deal promises a flood of investment in Venezuela. When will its people feel the benefits?

Venezuela’s massive new oil deal is fueling hopes of an economic comeback—but experts warn the billions could take years to reach ordinary people and fix the country’s deep-rooted problems.

Volkswagen to slash half its vehicle lineup and 50,000 jobs in cost-cutting effort

Volkswagen is making a drastic U-turn as it plans to cut 50,000 jobs and slash half its vehicle lineup amid rising Chinese competition, tariffs and mounting pressure on the auto industry.

Tesla keeps hyping robotaxis as its future. But it’s trailing rival Waymo in a field yet to prove profitable

Tesla’s Cybercab is finally hitting the spotlight—but with Waymo miles ahead, the bigger question may be whether Tesla’s robotaxi dream can actually make money.

Clippers docked 5 first-round draft picks and fined $30 million following Kawhi Leonard probe

The Clippers just got hit with a historic NBA punishment—five first-round picks forfeited, a $30 million fine and a one-year suspension for Steve Ballmer.

Southwest launching network of passenger lounges at BWI and 3 other airports

Southwest is bringing 33,000 square feet of lounge luxury to BWI—and this is just the beginning of a nationwide airport lounge expansion.