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Florida: Two Irish friends dead of fentanyl poisoning; authorities say wrong one was cremated
Florida officials mislabeled the remains of two Irish nationals who died of drug overdoses, leading to a mix-up of their autopsies and the “highly probable” cremation of the wrong body, authorities said.
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12-year-old Texas girl missing for more than week, found - police say
E’minie Hughes, the 12-year-old girl who was missing from the Houston area, has been found unharmed, police said in a post on X.
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US economy so strong that there might not be rate cuts in 2024
2024 was supposed to be the year consumers could start breathing again.
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Ozempic and other drugs used for weight loss are upending the fitness industry. Mandatory Credit: David J. Phillip/AP via CNN Newsource
Published on March 1, 2024
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Ozempic comes for gyms - how they’re responding
America’s gyms are adjusting their strategies as more of their members take weight loss drugs.
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Ticket prices to see Caitlin Clark still crazy expensive
Ticket prices to see one of Caitlin Clark’s final home games for Iowa are taking off since Clark announced her intention to enter the 2024 WNBA Draft.
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Why Motaz Azaiza, Palestinian photographer who captured war, chose to leave Gaza
For 108 days, Palestinian photographer Motaz Azaiza risked his life in Gaza to tell the story of the war to millions of followers on Instagram, as friends and family members were killed around him. But he has now left his native Gaza, feeling dismayed.
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Prairie View A&M University Scientist Honored for Trailblazing Research
Professor Ananda Amarasekara Recognized with Agilent Solutions Innovation Research Award for Advancements in Renewable Energy Storage and Sustainable Biofuels
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CDC drops 5-day isolation guidance for Covid-19, moves away from key strategy to quell infections
People who test positive for Covid-19 no longer need to routinely stay away from others for at least five days, according to new guidelines from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued Friday. The change ends a strategy from earlier in the pandemic that experts said has been important to controlling the spread of the infection.
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The 2024 HBCU College Fair: Empowering Futures, Celebrating Diversity
Presented by the Houston HBCU Alumni Association HHBCUAA
Get ready, Houston! The nation's largest HBCU College Fair is back, and it's bigger and better than ever. Proudly sponsored by H-E-B, the 2024 HBCU College Fair, hosted by the Houston HBCU Alumni Association, promises an unforgettable experience for students and parents alike. Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm, at the Houston Marriott South Hobby Airport.
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Ross Dress for Less® Empowers Houston Youth: Join the Cause Today!
Helping Local Kids Thrive in Houston: Ross Dress for Less® Teams Up with Boys & Girls Clubs for the 10th Annual Fundraiser
In a world where opportunities for our youth are crucial, Ross Stores, Inc. is once again stepping up to the plate, joining hands with Boys & Girls Clubs of America for their 10th annual in-store fundraiser, aimed at supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston. From now until March 3rd, Houstonians can be a part of this noble cause by simply making a monetary contribution during checkout at their local Ross Dress for Less (“Ross”) store.
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Sen. Bob Menendez after a Senate luncheon in the US Capitol on January 23. Mandatory Credit: Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call/Getty Images via CNN Newsource
Published on March 1, 2024
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New Jersey businessman in Menendez case pleads guilty; cooperates with authorities
A New Jersey businessman who was indicted alongside New Jersey Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez has pleaded guilty to charges related to the bribery scheme and is cooperating with federal prosecutors in the ongoing investigation.
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Here’s what can happen when you view an eclipse incorrectly — how to avoid this in April
A stunning total solar eclipse will be visible to millions of people across Mexico, the United States and Canada on April 8.
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Red Bull F1 team principal Christian Horner continues to deny inappropriate behavior after alleged leaked messages
Just a day after being cleared of inappropriate behavior by an external investigation, Red Bull Formula One team principal Christian Horner has reiterated that he denies allegations of wrongdoing.
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Thousands gather for Navalny’s funeral in Moscow despite threat of arrest
Thousands of mourners gathered in Moscow for the funeral of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny despite a heavy police presence and the threat of detention.
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Idaho stops execution of serial killer Thomas Creech after officials can’t set an IV line
Officials in Idaho on Wednesday halted the execution of death row inmate and serial killer Thomas Creech after they were unable to set an intravenous line to carry out a lethal injection, according to a news release from the state Department of Correction.
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Supreme Court to decide Trump immunity claim, further delaying election subversion trial
The Supreme Court agreed Wednesday to decide whether Donald Trump may claim immunity in special counsel Jack Smith’s election subversion case, adding another explosive appeal from the former president to its docket and further delaying his federal trial.
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Anesthetics, crutches, dates - inside Israel’s ghost list of items randomly denied entry into Gaza
Humanitarian workers and government officials working to deliver urgently needed aid for Gaza say a clear pattern has emerged of Israeli obstruction, as disease and near-famine grip parts of the besieged enclave.
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Humanitarian workers and government officials working to deliver urgently needed aid for Gaza say a clear pattern has emerged of Israeli obstruction, as disease and …
Published on March 1, 2024
