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Published on April 9, 2024
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What Sandra Day O’Connor’s papers reveal about a landmark Supreme Court decision; why it could be overturned soon
The newly opened papers of the late Justice Sandra Day O’Connor reveal the internal deliberations of a groundbreaking Supreme Court case that gave US regulators significant latitude to protect the environment and public health – and show how the ruling almost never happened.
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James and Jennifer Crumbley, parents of school shooter, set to be sentenced on manslaughter charges
James and Jennifer Crumbley, the parents of the teenager who killed four students in the 2021 school shooting in Oxford, Michigan, are set to be sentenced to prison on Tuesday, weeks after being convicted of manslaughter.
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Norfolk Southern reaches $600 million settlement to settle East Palestine derailment suit
Norfolk Southern has reached a $600 million settlement that, if approved by a court, will resolve all class-action lawsuits within 20 miles of its 2023 East Palestine, Ohio, derailment that spilled more than a million pounds of hazardous chemicals into the soil, water and air.
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Texas Southern University's Fine Arts Week: A Celebration of Talent and Inspiration
Immerse yourself in a week-long celebration of artistic excellence as Texas Southern University (TSU) proudly presents Fine Arts Week 2024. This vibrant event, organized by the Department of Visual and Performing Arts and the Department of Music, pays homage to the transformative power of creativity while honoring the remarkable achievements of TSU alumnus Edwin Lee Gibson, Emmy and SAG Award winner for his role in FX's acclaimed show, The Bear. Join us as we come together to celebrate the arts and showcase the immense talent within our community.
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Governor Greg Abbott Set to Address Texas Electricity Policy Summit at Rice Baker Institute
Get ready for a pivotal event shaping the future of Texas energy policy as Governor Greg Abbott takes the stage at Rice University's prestigious Baker Institute for Public Policy. On April 9, 2024, the Texas Electricity Policy Summit will convene academic luminaries, energy industry leaders, and legislators to delve into critical discussions about the state's electricity market landscape. This exclusive summit, hosted by the Baker Institute's Center for Energy Studies, promises insights and perspectives that will chart the course for Texas' energy future.
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Tesla heads to court after Apple engineer’s family says Autopilot caused his fatal crash
Tesla and its controversial automated-driving system are on trial starting this week.
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Experience Luxury Unveiled: Porsche Sugar Land's Grand Opening Celebration
Prepare to embark on a journey of luxury and sophistication as Porsche Sugar Land welcomes you to its Grand Opening Celebration. This exclusive event promises an evening filled with excitement, elegance, and the unmistakable allure of Porsche. Join us for an unforgettable evening as we unveil our state-of-the-art facility and showcase the epitome of automotive excellence.
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Protein ice cream company wins 2024 Rice Business Plan Competition
Rice University hosts world’s largest and richest student startup competition
Ice cream company Protein Pints took home the grand prize at the 2024 Rice Business Plan Competition (RBPC) April 6 as the best student ventures from top universities across the world competed for prizes in front of nearly 350 angel, venture capital and corporate investors and members of the business community.
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Red Chickz: The Hottest Nashville Hot Chicken Joint Lands in Houston!
Brace yourselves, spice lovers! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the fiery flavors of Red Chickz, the legendary Nashville hot chicken sensation straight from the heart of Los Angeles. Set to make its sizzling debut in Houston later this spring, Red Chickz is primed to set the city ablaze with its signature blend of heat and crunch.
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Empowering Houston’s Youth Entrepreneurs: Lemonade Day Houston's 17th Season
As spring blooms across Houston, Lemonade Day Houston launches its 17th season, gearing up to empower young entrepreneurs in Grades K through 8. This free experiential program promises to cultivate valuable business skills while savoring the sweet taste of ownership. As spring blooms across Houston, Lemonade Day Houston launches its 17th season, gearing up to empower young entrepreneurs in Grades K through 8. This free experiential program promises to cultivate valuable business skills while savoring the sweet taste of ownership.
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Toxic ‘forever’ chemicals found in excessive levels in global groundwater, study says
Potentially toxic chemicals called PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are found in surface and groundwaters around the world at levels much higher than many international regulators allow, a new study found.
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Akshay Bhatia pops shoulder back in; clinchies dramatic sudden-death victory at Valero Texas Open
Bhatia was six shots clear when he made the turn at the Valero Texas Open on Sunday. Nine holes later, he headed into a sudden-death playoff nursing a shoulder that had just popped out of its socket.
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Men’s March Madness: Everything you need to know about national championship game between UConn/Purdue
History beckons for both UConn and Purdue in the national championship game on Monday.
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South Carolina’s three titles in seven years speak volumes of Dawn Staley’s remarkable tenure as coach
Caitlin Clark’s last dance in the NCAA dominated conversation ahead of Sunday’s women’s national championship game.
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Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear reactor damaged following drone attack
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) in Ukraine was damaged Sunday in a drone attack, the United Nations’ energy watchdog said, as both Russian and Ukrainian officials denied responsibility for the strike and accused the other of carrying it out.
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Gender-affirming surgery threatens ‘unique dignity’ of a person, Vatican says
The Vatican has issued a strong warning against “gender theory” and said that any gender-affirming surgery risks threatening “the unique dignity” of a person, in a new document signed off and approved by Pope Francis.
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Total solar eclipse: Where and when to watch and what to look out for
The day has finally arrived. After a nearly seven-year wait, it’s time for a total solar eclipse to create a celestial spectacle in the skies over the United States as well as parts of Mexico and Canada.
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Rockets/planes will chase eclipse to solve sun’s enduring mysteries
Here comes the sun, as the Beatles famously sang.
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Russian dam bursts; thousands evacuate flood-hit southern region
Thousands of Russians have been evacuated from their homes after an embankment dam broke in the southern region of Orenburg, near Kazakhstan, authorities said.
