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After 1,700 Sundays preaching outside and under bridges, a Central Texas pastor retires

Urban minister Jimmy Dorrell bade farewell Sunday to his outdoor Waco congregation after baptizing a dozen people in the chilly waters of the Middle Bosque River.

The Texas Tribune

Who Is the 7'9 Basketball Player? Olivier Rioux's Age, Parents, and Team Revealed as Fans React in Shock and Awe

The journey of Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest active basketball player at 7'9" for the Florida Gators. Discover his Canadian roots, family influence, and viral rise in the sport.

International Business Times UK

Ancient mystery uncovered in Italy: 2,600-year-old Etruscan Tomb found with four skeletons and treasure

Archaeologists working in central Italy have made a rare discovery that is helping researchers learn more about a civilisation that lived thousands of years ago. During excavations at an ancient burial site, researchers uncovered a sealed Etruscan tomb that had remained untouched for about 2,600 years. The burial chamber contained…

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TCU Fans Boo Former NBA Draft Pick James Nnaji in Dismal College Basketball Debut with Baylor

The 2023 NBA draft pick James Nnaji was booed by opposing fans each time he held the ball in his first college basketball game with Baylor University.

International Business Times UK

Baylor University Coach Defends Signing NBA Draft Pick James Nnaji — Says They Did It to 'Adapt'

Baylor coach Scott Drew defended their decision to recruit 2023 NBA draft pick James Nnaji amid criticism from fellow college coaches and analysts.

International Business Times UK

Mel Robbins reveals the ‘backwards’ bedtime habit that can help you fall asleep 10 minutes quicker

The podcaster spoke to her followers about a study from Baylor University and revealed how to replicate its findings in real life

Woman & Home

The federal shutdown will halt November SNAP benefits. Here’s what you need to know.

In Texas, 3.5 million Texans — including 1.7 million children — rely on SNAP, also referred to as food stamps, each month.

The Texas Tribune

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Which Korn Ferry Tour Players Have Secured 2026 PGA Tour Cards?

From past amateur stars to former college teammates of Bryson DeChambeau and Viktor Hovland, we look at which Korn Ferry Tour pros are graduating to the big league next year...

Golf Monthly

“Why Sergio?”: Deportation ends 36-year dream for celebrated Waco chef

Sergio Garcia built a wide following for his regional Mexican cuisine over the decades, becoming a favorite of the White House press corps visiting Waco during the Bush presidency. Then in March, ICE came looking for him.

The Texas Tribune

Waco’s public radio station faces uncertainty after 25 years on the air

The radio station launched a last-ditch fundraising campaign to save the station, after cuts from both Baylor University and Congress.

The Texas Tribune

Canceled Baylor LGBTQ+ study stirs strong reactions in Waco

A grant to help churches better minister to LGBTQ+ people prompted fury. A decision to return the grant then spurred disappointment.

The Texas Tribune

What Texas lawmakers did this session to close the state’s workforce gaps

Legislation approved this year is partly aimed at helping Texas meet its goal of helping 60% of working-age Texans get a postsecondary degree or credential by 2030.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Legislature approves making vaccine exemption process easier

Instead of waiting for the state to send them one, parents would be able to print out vaccine exemption forms at home if they want to skip school-required shots. Critics believe the bill would increase infections.

The Texas Tribune

University of North Texas and Rice University under federal investigation for “race-exclusionary practices”

The Texas universities are among dozens accused of violating the law by partnering with a group that had sought to increase diversity in graduate programs.

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International Business Times UK

Who Is Bill Gate's Girlfriend, Paula Hurd: Age, How Did They Meet, How Did Her Husband Die, and More

Bill Gates has a new girlfriend! Who is Paula Hurd, the woman who has captured the billionaire's heart? Learn about her career, family, and connection to Gates.

Fortune

At $5 trillion investment giant Fidelity, battling burnout is a game changer

Leaders at Fidelity, Cotopaxi, and Baylor University discuss how to support women in the workplace—and how to help yourself.

The Independent UK

Brittney Griner and wife Cherelle welcome first baby

The WNBA star and the attorney first met as students at Baylor University in Texas

USA Today Sports Media Group

5 things to know about Eagles 2nd round pick Cooper DeJean

The Eagles finally have their 'STAR' in the secondary, and at some point, defensive coordinator Vic Fangio will turn Cooper DeJean into his Swiss army knife. It's a role Baylor University used when Jalen Pitre flourished, along with Derwin James for ...

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I screwed up and missed the solar eclipse in 2017. I won't make that same mistake on April 8.

I didn't get to experience totality during 2017's solar eclipse, despite being just a few hours' drive away. I'm flying to Dallas so I don't make that mistake for the April 8 event.

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Brittney Griner's Jersey Retired At Baylor University In Emotional Ceremony

Brittney Griner's No. 42 jersey retired at Baylor University after a stellar career, including a national championship and NCAA records. Emotional ceremony...

The Texas Tribune

Texas universities seeking top research status will have a clearer path under new rules

Texas universities trying to earn the coveted Carnegie “R1” title might be closer than before after a major overhaul this week.

The Texas Tribune

Texas is terrifying. Hollywood has noticed.

From “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” to “Friday the 13th,” Texas is an ideal landscape to shock and delight audiences and ghost hunters.

The Independent UK

Jury finds Baylor University negligent in Title IX lawsuit brought by former student

A federal jury has found Baylor University negligent in a Title IX lawsuit and awarded $270,000 to a former student who alleged she was physically abused by a football player in 2014

The Independent UK

Baylor settles years-long federal lawsuit in sexual assault scandal that rocked Baptist school

Baylor University has settled a years-long federal lawsuit brought by 15 women who alleged they were sexually assaulted at the nation’s largest Baptist school

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