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Astronomers discover 3 previously unknown moons orbiting planets in solar system

Astronomers have discovered three previously unknown moons around Uranus and Neptune, the most distant planets in our solar system.

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Red Bull team principal Christian Horner cleared of wrongdoing following probe into inappropriate behavior

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has been cleared of wrongdoing after an external investigation into allegations of inappropriate behavior, the Formula One team’s parent company, Red Bull GMBH, said in a statement on Wednesday.

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San Francisco Apologizes to Black Residents and Descendants for Systemic Racism and Past Atrocities

San Francisco this week formally apologized to its Black residents and their descendants for decades of systemic and structural discrimination, targeted acts of violence and atrocities.

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This ALS patient has a brain implant that translates his thoughts to computer commands

Staring at a computer screen, Mark focuses deeply, his arms resting by his side. His right index finger trembles ever so slightly on top of a pillow, and then an alert rings out from the screen in front of him, a message to a caregiver that he needs assistance.

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Tiny fish makes noises louder than elephant, says new study

A small species of fish that measures no more than half an inch in length is capable of producing sounds louder than an elephant, according to a new study.

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2 men found guilty of murder in 2002 killing of Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay

Two men were found guilty of murder Tuesday in the 2002 killing of Jam Master Jay, the pioneering DJ of the groundbreaking hip hop trio Run-DMC, in a case that for decades frustrated detectives and music fans alike.

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Harris Health's Innovative 'Hospital at Home' Service Enhances Patient Experience in Houston

Harris Health System is redefining patient care in Houston with the initiation of its pioneering 'Hospital at Home' service, which commenced on February 26. This service is a trailblazer in the region, offering patients who require hospital-level care the luxury of receiving it in the familiar comfort of their homes.

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Rice University Launches Five Research Centers to Tackle Global Challenges

New Research Centers to Address Coastal Resilience, Cancer Care, and Latinx Community Challenges

Rice University has invested in five research centers addressing global issues, including coastal safety, cancer diagnosis, Latin American challenges, and more.

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Biden meets with top Hill leaders - partial government shutdown looms

The meeting President Joe Biden held with four top congressional leaders at the White House on Tuesday was “one of the most intense I’ve ever encountered,” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer told reporters, as leaders in two branches of government attempt to compromise on Ukraine funding and work to avert a partial shutdown.

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US airman dies after self-immolation in protest in front of Israeli embassy

An active-duty member of the US Air Force who set himself on fire outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington, DC, on Sunday, has died, authorities said.

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UGA students describe anguish and anxiety over safety concerns after the grisly killing of a sorority member on campus

The brutal killing of a beloved former student on the University of Georgia campus has enveloped many students with grief and a shattered sense of security – all while the suspect’s immigration status has reignited border policy debates.

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Photographer accuses Taylor Swift’s father of assault in Australia

An Australian photographer has filed a police complaint against Taylor Swift’s father, Scott Swift, for allegedly punching him as the superstar left a concert afterparty in Sydney in the early hours of Tuesday.

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Blocking Kroger’s mega-merger with Albertsons won’t save your local grocery store

Citing higher prices and weaker competition, the US government sued to block Kroger and Albertsons’ $25 billion mega-merger Monday. But scuttling the deal isn’t a given – and even if it’s ultimately dismantled, keeping the supermarket chains separate may not save your local grocery store.

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Spring Break Blast at Children's Museum Houston: A Week of Adventure and Excitement!

A week of non-stop excitement at the Children's Museum Houston's Spring Break Blast, featuring thrilling performances and hands-on experiences for kids of all ages.

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A healthier option than the Magnificent 7 - meet Europe’s ‘Granolas’

The Magnificent 7 tech stocks have been a big part of the extraordinary US market rally. But there’s a rival group of companies powering European stocks to new heights with even better returns, by some measures.

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Florida ‘unborn child’ bill stalls amid concerns over IVF and abortion policies

Fallout continues from the Alabama Supreme Court’s ruling that frozen embryos are children, an unprecedented decision that has already prompted clinics in the state to halt some IVF treatments.

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Texas Department of Criminal Justice Success Story: Calvin Lee Patterson Apprehended - A Lesson in Swift Justice

In a recent turn of events, Calvin Lee Patterson, an inmate at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), found himself back in custody after a daring escape attempt. The saga unfolded as Patterson was captured by vigilant TDCJ staff merely 2.5 miles from the Stringfellow Unit, his erstwhile confinement. Employing an impressive display of canine prowess, TDCJ scent dogs played a pivotal role in tracking down the fugitive, ensuring his swift apprehension.

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‘God Save Texas’ offers three homegrown views of life in Lone Star State

Wedding the deeply personal to the political, “God Save Texas” turns three filmmakers loose on their hometowns, using their memories and current realities to explore the justice system, race and environmentalism through the complex prism of the very conservative Lone Star State. With Lawrence Wright’s book as connective tissue, it’s a pointed look at what director Richard Linklater calls “hometowns and the American consciousness.”

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UGA students describe anguish/anxiety over safety concerns, after grisly killing of sorority member on campus

The brutal killing of a beloved former student on the University of Georgia campus has enveloped many students with grief and a shattered sense of security – all while the suspect’s immigration status has reignited border policy debates.

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Campbellsville University student arrested in connection with death of fellow student in Kentucky

A Campbellsville University student has been arrested in connection with the death of a fellow student in Kentucky, officials say.