A supernova shone in the night sky 1,000 years ago. Astronomers have now found its leftover ‘zombie star’
For six months in 1181, a dying star left a mark in the night sky. The striking object appeared as bright as Saturn in the vicinity of the constellation Cassiopeia, and historical chronicles from China and Japan recorded it as …
Parents share how they're 'unschooling' their kids & and how it's different than home schooling
It’s August and many Michigan parents are in their back-to-school era. In some families, school never stopped for the summer. Their kids don’t plan on stepping foot inside a classroom this year either.
Former Cornell student sentenced to nearly 2 years for threatening to kill members of the university’s Jewish community
A former Cornell University student was sentenced to nearly two years in prison for threatening to kill members of the university’s Jewish community last fall, according to the prosecutor’s office.
New York Times editorial board will no longer endorse candidates in New York races
The New York Times is getting out of New York endorsements. The newspaper’s editorial board on Monday announced that it will no longer endorse political candidates in New York state and local races.
Pro-Trump super PAC says it will spend $100 million on ads between now and Labor Day
A super PAC aligned with former President Donald Trump’s campaign says it will spend $100 million on ads between now and Labor Day as Trump looks to recapture momentum that has faltered since Democrats coalesced around Kamala Harris as their …
The Junior League of Houston to Host Double Showings of Opening Style Show: Models of Style and Service
The Junior League of Houston is thrilled to announce its much-anticipated annual Opening Style Show, "Models of Style and Service," which will take place on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. For the first time, the event will feature not one, but …
All-Star Women's Boxing Lineup Aims to Knock Out Pay Disparity in Historic WBC Event
In a groundbreaking showcase of female athleticism, the World Boxing Council (WBC) is set to present an all-women’s boxing event on September 27 at the Lux Stage at Trilith Studios, Atlanta. This historic event, titled “Hit Like a Girl, Fight …
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Galveston County August 13
FEMA is opening a Disaster Recovery Center in Galveston County August 13 to provide one-on-one help to Texans affected by Hurricane Beryl. Center location: Galveston Historic Water & Electric Light Community Center 715 30th St. Galveston, TX 77550 The center …
Biggest shakeup in a century set to hit real estate agents this week: Here’s how they’re preparing
Realtors across the US are bracing for a seismic shift in the way they do business. Starting August 17, new rules will roll out that overhaul the way Realtors get paid to help people buy and sell their homes.
Man’s PSA after life-threatening spider bite
Getting bitten by a spider is nothing more than a bad dream for most. However, a bite left untreated turned Zachary Harakas' real life into a nightmare.
Anticipation Builds for Apple’s Next Big Releases: iPhone 16 Pro and iWatch 10
As September approaches, the tech world is abuzz with excitement, and as always, Apple is at the center of it all. With whispers and leaks swirling around the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro and iWatch 10, this year's September launch is …
Brazilian passenger plane crash outside São Paulo kills 62
A passenger plane carrying 62 people crashed outside São Paulo on Friday afternoon, killing everyone on board. Dramatic footage circulating on social media showed the plane’s fall and its destroyed fuselage in flames on the ground.
Everything to know about the controversy over Jordan Chiles’ Olympic bronze medal
Gymnastics is full of twists and turns but the unfolding saga over which gymnast will officially take home the bronze in the 2024 Olympic women’s artistic floor exercise final has been more complicated than anyone expected.
The Roots and Resilience of Acres Homes: Combating Gentrification and Food Insecurity
Acres Homes, a historic Black neighborhood in Houston, Texas, stands as a testament to resilience and community spirit. Founded in the early 1900s, it was established to provide African American families with affordable land and homeownership opportunities during a time …
Houston Native Seaman Jacquelyn Klay Plays Key Role in RIMPAC 2024 Aboard USS Carl Vinson
Hailing from Houston, Texas, Seaman **Jacquelyn Klay** is making waves as she stands signalman watch in the hangar bay aboard the mighty **USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70)**. As the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier sails through the Pacific Ocean, Klay plays a …
