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Biden just finalized a major climate rule. This one could be tricky for Trump to dismantle

The Environmental Protection Agency just finalized one of the Biden administration’s only outstanding climate rules, aimed at cracking down on leaks of methane — a potent planet-warming gas with an outsized impact on the climate.

Want to know what Trump will do as president? Look to the market

Donald Trump is returning to the White House, and the stock market is loving it.

Boeing got the easy part done. Now comes the tougher, existential problems

Boeing’s most immediate problem – an eight-week strike by 33,000 workers – is over. But its more serious problems – ongoing massive losses, quality and safety problems – are as bad as ever, and could even get worse.

Two jets from US airlines struck by gunfire over Haiti’s capital

Two jets from US-based airlines were struck by bullets on Monday while flying over Haiti’s capital Port-au-Prince, forcing Haitian authorities to suspend all flights in and out of the capital amid escalating gang violence.

Campus Chronicles - November 13, 2024

Fort Bend ISD Partners with Houston Health Department and AccessHealth to Provide Free Eye Care for Students

Archbishop of Canterbury resigns over handling of church child abuse case

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, the most senior leader in the Church of England, has resigned over his handling of a child abuse case, according to his official account.

AI means anyone can be a victim of deepfake porn. Here’s how to protect yourself

“All we have to have is just a human form to be a victim.” That’s how lawyer Carrie Goldberg describes the risk of deepfake porn in the age of artificial intelligence.

Morning-after pill sales surge online, telehealth companies say, as women prepare for second Trump term

Online sales of emergency contraceptives, like the morning-after pill Plan B, have skyrocketed in the United States in the past week – days after Donald Trump won the US presidential election, according to retailers.

There are millions of sexually transmitted infections in the US every year, but new data shows the epidemic may be slowing

Although sexually transmitted infections are still at an epidemic level in the US, scientists at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are expressing cautious optimism about some decreases emerging in the newest data.

Empowering Students through Art and Social-Emotional Learning at Revere Middle School

In an inspiring new partnership, Young Audiences of Houston (YAH) has teamed up with Revere Middle School to bring a unique blend of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and the arts to students. Through this initiative, YAH’s talented Teaching Artists work with …

Houston Firefighter Marcelo Garcia: Honoring a Hero with Heartfelt Tributes and a City’s United Pause

In a solemn yet powerful tribute, the City of Houston has postponed its regular City Council meeting this week to honor the life and sacrifice of one of its own, Houston firefighter Marcelo Garcia. A hero who gave everything in …

Even Amidst the Stresses of Racism, Joy is Among the Best Medicines for Brain Health

Joy. The Oxford Dictionary describes it as “a feeling of great pleasure and happiness.” Merriam-Webster says it is “the emotion evoked by well-being, success, or good fortune.” Thesaurus.com gives a string of synonyms for joy, including elation, humor, bliss, and …

Council Member Edward Pollard Leads Effort to Strengthen Privacy Protections for Public Speakers

Houston City Council, led by Council Member Edward Pollard, passed a new ordinance to protect the privacy of residents addressing the council by keeping their personal information confidential.

Empowering Independence: HCC’s OTA Program Joins Forces with Autism Moms of Houston

In a heartwarming and transformative partnership, Houston Community College's (HCC) Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program has teamed up with Autism Moms of Houston to create opportunities for young adults with autism. Together, they’re launching Alex’s Autism Alliance, a new program …

Autopsy for a Failed Presidential Campaign and the Democratic Party

“…People know that something's wrong; Everybody oughta know winter…The truth is there ain't nobody fighting; Because, well nobody knows what to save, Brother, save your soul; Lord knows it's winter in America. The Constitution, a noble piece of paper; With …