Yellen: It’s ‘obvious’ empty office buildings create banking stress/losses
High commercial real estate vacancies are expected to create some stress for smaller banks, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Thursday. However, she said she does not see them as causing a systemic risk to the nation’s financial system.
At least 6 unaccounted people after house set on fire during shooting near Philadelphia,
At least six members of a Philadelphia-area family remain unaccounted for Thursday after officers responding the prior afternoon to a report a child had been shot at their home were struck by gunfire and the home set ablaze, a district …
Missouri Secretary of State candidate uses flamethrower to burn books
A Republican candidate for Missouri Secretary of State has posted a video of a book burning on social media.
Unearth the Past: Rice University Hosts Hands-On Archaeology Workshop Feb. 10-11
Delve into the mysteries of the past as Rice University transforms into a hub of archaeological discovery at the upcoming Zooarchaeology and Osteology Academy. Set to take place on Feb. 10-11, just days before World Anthropology Day on Feb. 15, …
Scientists discover alarming change in Antarctica’s past - could spell devastating future sea level rise
Evidence from a 2,000-foot-long ice core reveals that the West Antarctic Ice Sheet shrank suddenly and dramatically around 8,000 years ago, according to new research — providing an alarming insight into how quickly Antarctic ice could melt and send sea …
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council Delights Cookie Fans with Mega Drop Events
The Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) has ushered in the much-anticipated cookie season with a series of exhilarating Cookie Mega Drop events across the Houston area. Beginning on Jan. 31 and culminating with the first day of sales …
C.J. Stroud: Houston Texans’ Rising Star Clinches 2023 Pepsi® Zero Sugar NFL Rookie of the Year Award
The Houston Texans' dynamic quarterback, C.J. Stroud, has emerged victorious as the recipient of the prestigious 2023 Pepsi® Zero Sugar NFL Rookie of the Year accolade, jointly announced by Pepsi and the NFL. This coveted title was bestowed upon Stroud …
Breaking Barriers: Over-the-Counter Opioid Overdose Remedies Remain Elusive for Some Houstonians, Baker Institute Study Finds
Despite the FDA's green light for over-the-counter (OTC) sale of opioid overdose remedies, a report from Rice University's esteemed Baker Institute for Public Policy reveals a stark reality: many Houston pharmacies are yet to stock the life-saving medication, leaving a …
They spent eight years traveling world with their kids - one thing they miss
Aside from a one-off trip to Europe, the furthest Jessica Gee ever traveled while growing up was to Walt Disney World in Florida with her family.
Rio declares dengue emergency - Brazil gears up for Carnival
Rio de Janeiro has declared a state of public health emergency due to an epidemic of dengue fever, just days before Carnival celebrations are set to take place across Brazil.
Southern California - 5 Marines confirmed dead after helicopter crashed
The five Marines aboard a helicopter that went down in remote, snow-covered woods Tuesday night are dead, a US military spokesperson said Thursday.
Suspect awaiting extradition over US nurse murder escapes Kenya cell
A suspect accused of murdering his girlfriend in Boston, MA from murder escaped from a Nairobi police station Wednesday afternoon and is still on the run, Kenyan police and his lawyers confirmed.
Parents seek justice for baby who died after his neck was broken during delivery at a Georgia hospital
A Georgia couple is seeking justice for the death last year of their baby during delivery at a Georgia hospital.
Campus Chronicles - February 7, 2024
Let's give a round of applause to Melinda Winston for shattering the Alief ISD Hastings High School Lady Bears Rebound record, amassing an impressive 983 career rebounds! 🔥 Kudos on this remarkable achievement!
Southside Sporting Club Hosts Prairie View A&M National Signing Day Gala: A Night of Talent and Triumph
The stage is set, the anticipation palpable, as Southside Sporting Club, the crown jewel of Southwest Houston's sports and entertainment scene, prepares to host the prestigious Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) National Signing Day Event tonight, February 7, 2024, at …

