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JPMorgan Chase fights off 45 billion hacking attempts each day

JPMorgan Chase now fights off about 45 billion attempts a day by hackers to infiltrate its systems.

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Festival shooter Santino Legan legally purchased his rifle in Nevada. Here's what else we know about the 19-year-old

Authorities say Santino William Legan killed three people, including a 6-year-old boy and a 13-year-old girl, at the Gilroy Garlic Festival with a rifle he legally purchased three weeks ago in Nevada.

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5 things to know for August 22: Floods, Immigration, Ukraine, Student loans, Tesla

Of all the pandemic-inspired business changes, there's one that will likely stick around for the long haul: QR codes. Many restaurants utilized the technology when they ditched physical menus to help slow the spread of Covid-19. But now, QR codes are more than just a way for businesses to offer a contact-free menu. The tech is helping solve problems like printing costs and staffing shortages.

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The Kavanaugh nomination just got even more complicated

Democrats are demanding an immediate halt to Brett Kavanaugh's nomination process after his increasingly troubled hopes of reaching the Supreme Court were hit by a new allegation of sexual misconduct as a young man.

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Trump to Reinstate US Military Ban On Transgender People

President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he plans to reinstate a ban on transgender individuals from serving "in any capacity" in the US armed forces.

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Biden pardons Thanksgiving turkeys: 'No ballot stuffing, no fowl play'

President Joe Biden pardoned two turkeys, Chocolate and Chip, on Monday as he discharged the presidential duty of the annual Thanksgiving turkey pardon.

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Putin ready to use nuclear weapons if Russian state at stake; 'never been such a need’

Moscow is ready to use nuclear weapons if there is a threat to the existence of the Russian state but “there has never been such a need,” President Vladimir Putin said in an interview with state media published Wednesday.

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White House working towards first presidential meeting with Saudi Arabia, which Biden had vowed to make a 'pariah'

President Joe Biden and Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler, crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, could meet for the first time as soon as next month, multiple sources told CNN. A meeting would come after months of diplomatic heavy lifting and represent a turnabout for a US president who once declared Saudi Arabia a "pariah" with "no redeeming social value."

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Georgia Republican voters reject more of Trump's primary picks, while a late pick prevails in Alabama

Another election day in Georgia has brought a further round of defeats for former President Donald Trump and his chosen Republican candidates.

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The Ultimate Act Of Love? The Truth Behind Japan's Charaben Culture

On sale are rice omelets molded in the shape of the cafe's Golden Retriever cartoon character namesake and a puppy face made of rice floating in a plate of curry.

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FACTS ARE FACTS: The Dynamic Influence of the Hispanic Community in Houston and a Glimpse into the Upcoming HHCC - DATA SUMMIT at The Federal Reserve

Beneath the vast Texan skies, the city of Houston in Harris County is a bustling hub of energy, innovation, and cultural richness. Its vibrant tapestry showcases a mosaic of diverse communities, but one in particular dazzles with a brilliance that’s impossible to overlook — the Hispanic community. Their soaring numbers, increasing economic influence, and radiant cultural contributions make them an integral part of Houston’s heartbeat. As the city eagerly anticipates the Houston Hispanic Chamber Of Commerce - DATA SUMMIT at The Federal Reserve on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, let’s delve into why this community’s numbers and stories are truly unparalleled.

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First 100 Days: Trump Acts, Congress Missing in Action, Says FAIR

“During the next hundred days and beyond, we expect the Trump administration to push Congress to do its job to reform U.S. immigration policies and ensure that our laws are effectively enforced,” said FAIR President Dan Stein

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Prosecution nears end of its case as Derek Chauvin trial enters third week of testimony

An expert cardiologist testified Monday that George Floyd died from cardiopulmonary arrest caused by low oxygen levels brought on by prone restraint and positional asphyxia -- making him the fifth doctor to say as much in Derek Chauvin's trial.

From Page to Stage—Houston Grand Opera Presents World Premiere of The Snowy Day this December

HGO creates 71st world premiere with new opera based on the beloved children’s book by Ezra Jack Keats

Houston Grand Opera presents the highly anticipated world premiere of The Snowy Day December 9th through 19th at Houston’s Wortham Theater Center. Created by composer Joel Thompson and librettist Andrea Davis Pinkney, The Snowy Day is based on the classic children’s book by Ezra Jack Keats.

From Page to Stage—Houston Grand Opera Presents World Premiere of The Snowy Day this December

HGO creates 71st world premiere with new opera based on the beloved children’s book by Ezra Jack Keats

Houston Grand Opera presents the highly anticipated world premiere of The Snowy Day December 9th through 19th at Houston’s Wortham Theater Center. Created by composer Joel Thompson and librettist Andrea Davis Pinkney, The Snowy Day is based on the classic children’s book by Ezra Jack Keats.

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Mind-bending mirrors appeared in Qatar’s desert - here’s why

The Qatari desert is home to rolling sand dunes and dramatic limestone cliffs – and lately, to otherworldly art installations.

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Murkowski challenger wrote in support of 'ex-gay' organization and posts on evils of 'addictive' witchcraft and 'Twilight'

Kelly Tshibaka, a Republican Senate candidate seeking to challenge Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski in 2022, once wrote in support of an "ex-gay" Christian organization that promoted discredited "conversion therapy" and said that homosexuality was caused by "sexual molestation during childhood."

Trump's refusal to join virtual debate shows his fear of not being able to impose his personality on the showdown

President Donald Trump's refusal to accept a new plan for a virtual second presidential debate reflects how such an event would likely limit his capacity to dominate the stage and trample the rules in a bid to launch a comeback against Democrat Joe Biden.

Governor Abbott, DSHS Commissioner Hellerstedt Urge Texans To Take Preventative Measures Against Coronavirus

Governor Greg Abbott and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Commissioner John Hellerstedt, MD, today urged Texans to continue taking preventative measures against Coronavirus (COVID-19) to contain the spread of the disease. The Governor and Commissioner urged Texans to heed the direction of health providers and public health entities, and asked that Texans take common sense, everyday action to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses.

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YWCA of Houston Hosts "Shoes and Champagne Soiree"

Benefiting an emergency housing and assessment center for survivors of Human Trafficking

The YWCA of Houston presents “Shoes and Champagne Soirée”, an event benefiting the WYNDOWS Project, an emergency housing and assessment center for victims of Human Trafficking ages 18-24. This highly anticipated event will take place on Friday, September 28th, 2018 at the Deborah Colton Gallery in West University from 6 – 9pm. The goal is to raise $100,000.00 to assist these young women in their transition from victims to survivors.