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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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Oregon City: Driver dead after car plunges into river
Clackamas firefighters and the Oregon City Police Department worked together to pull the body of a driver out of a car that drove into the Clackamas River on Tuesday afternoon.
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Ukraine hits oil refineries deep inside Russian territory; Kyiv steps up drone attacks before Putin’s likely re-election
Ukraine launched overnight drone attacks on three oil refineries deep inside Russia, a Ukrainian defense source told CNN on Wednesday, as Kyiv intensifies its cross-border strikes days before President Vladimir Putin’s anticipated re-election.
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Navalny’s former chief of staff Leonid Volkov attacked with hammer in Lithuania
Russian opposition activist Leonid Volkov, who is the former chief of staff of the late Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny, was attacked Tuesday outside his house in the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius, according to Navalny’s spokesperson Kira Yarmysh.
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PVAMU’s ‘I Love My HBCU’ campaign ignites alumni passion, giving
March is not just another month for Prairie View A&M University; it’s a time to celebrate heritage, pride and the enduring legacy of HBCUs nationwide.
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NAACP, DEI supporters call on Black athletes to avoid colleges in states with anti-DEI laws
Black activists, political leaders and supporters of diversity, equity and inclusion programs are urging Black student athletes to boycott colleges and universities in states that have promoted or passed anti-DEI policies.
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US intelligence report states Netanyahu’s viability to lead Israel is in jeopardy
The US intelligence community assesses Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s “viability as a leader” to be “in jeopardy,” according to its annual report on the national security threats facing the United States that was presented to Congress on Monday.
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Climate activists targeted famous Vermeer painting; win court appeal against jail sentence
Three Belgian climate activists who were previously sentenced to prison for a protest targeting Johannes Vermeer’s painting “Girl with a Pearl Earring” will no longer face any punishment for their actions, a Dutch court of appeal ruled on Monday.
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Tour de Houston Unveils Thrilling Plans for 17th Annual Ride
Mayor John Whitmire and Apache Corporation Set the Stage for an Unforgettable Cycling Experience
Calling all cycling enthusiasts and city explorers! Join us for an exhilarating press conference featuring Mayor John Whitmire and Apache Corporation as they unveil exciting plans for the city's beloved annual bike ride, Tour de Houston presented by Apache Corporation. This highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable journey through Houston's vibrant communities, scenic districts, and picturesque parks, all while supporting the city's Re-Plant Houston Program managed by the Houston Parks and Recreation Department.
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Revolutionizing Medical Education: Ibn Sina Foundation and Sam Houston State University Partner for Clinical Training at OakBend Medical Center
Collaboration Marks a New Era in Healthcare Advancement for Fort Bend County
In a monumental stride towards enhancing medical education and healthcare accessibility, the Ibn Sina Foundation, in conjunction with Sam Houston State University - College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM), proudly announces the establishment of the Ibn Sina Clinical Training Region at OakBend Medical Center in Fort Bend County. This groundbreaking collaboration promises to elevate medical standards and community health initiatives in the region to unprecedented heights.
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March into Madness with The Locker Room Sports Bar & Grill: Rodeo Cocktails, Theme Nights, and March Madness Extravaganza!
The Locker Room Sports Bar & Grill, a beloved neighborhood hangout nestled opposite Texas Southern University, is primed to kick off an electrifying March celebration. From Rodeo-inspired libations served in novelty cowboy boot glasses to thrilling theme nights and heart-pounding March Madness watch parties, The Locker Room is the ultimate destination for Houstonians seeking fun and excitement this month!
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Sen. Bob Menendez pleads not guilty for third time in alleged bribery scheme
New Jersey Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez pleaded not guilty on Monday to 12 new felony charges alleging he tried to obstruct a federal investigation into bribery allegations.
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What is DEI - why is it dividing America?
Diversity, equity and inclusion programs have come under attack in boardrooms, state legislatures and college campuses across the country.
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Indulge in Spring Bliss with Dairy Queen: Free Cone Day Celebration
As the warmth of the Texan sun starts to caress the land and bluebonnets bloom, there's another joyous sign of the season's arrival - Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen! Texas Dairy Queen Operators' Council is thrilled to announce the return of this beloved tradition, inviting all Texans to savor the sweetness of spring with a complimentary small plain cone at participating Dairy Queen locations on Tuesday, March 19th.
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‘We’re hemorrhaging money’: US health clinics try to stay open after unprecedented cyberattack
For more than two weeks, a cyberattack has disrupted business at health care providers across the United States, forcing small clinics to scramble to stay in business and exposing the fragility of the billing system that underpins American health care.
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Student's sudden cardiac event sparks Southwest School district to become 'heart-safe'
After an elementary school student went into cardiac arrest at school, the Southwest School district teamed up with Cincinnati Children's to become "heart safe."
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Liberal California mayors are backing this ballot measure that could lock up repeat retail thieves
For the first time in ten years, California voters could get the opportunity to change a controversial law aimed at criminal justice reform.