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Tanker Seized Off Venezuelan Coast Already On Its Way To The U.S. After Trump Says He'll Keep The Oil

The large tanker seized by the U.S. off the coast of Venezuela earlier this week is already on its way to Houston, according to a new report.

Latin Times

‘I now buy moissanite’: Houston woman gets emerald necklace appraised. Then the jeweler tells her something shocking about precious stones like diamonds

A Houston woman went into a buy-and-sell shop to get an emerald necklace appraised. Then she discovered that the jewels inside her necklace do not have significant retail value.

The Mary Sue

With Islamophobia on the Rise, Houston Becomes Home to First Ismaili Center in the Country

Despite growing anti-Muslim sentiments and discrimination, American Muslims continue to engage civically and thrive as a community.

Texas Observer

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These are the key Texas races for Congress in 2026 - Roll Call

Here’s how races in Texas are shaping up following Monday’s filing deadline for candidates for office in next year’s midterm elections.

Roll Call

Ex-Con Congressman Attempts a Texas Comeback

Steve Stockman, the felonious GOP politician, wants to return to Washington with a bid for a newly gerrymandered Houston-area district.

Texas Observer

Rod Paige, first Black to serve as US secretary of education, dies at 92

Rod Paige, the first African American to serve as U.S. secretary of education, has died at 92

The Independent UK

Rod Paige, former U.S. education secretary also known for the “Houston Miracle,” dies at 92

The former Houston ISD superintendent was the first Black person to lead the Department of Education and helped launch the No Child Left Behind Act.

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The Latest: Federal judge grants request to unseal Ghislaine Maxwell case records

A federal judge says the Justice Department can publicly release investigative materials from a sex trafficking case against Ghislaine Maxwell, the longtime confidante of Jeffrey Epstein

The Independent UK

DOJ ends monitoring of illegal dumping in Houston in retreat from environmental justice

The U.S. Justice Department has withdrawn from an agreement with Houston to curb illegal dumping in Black and Latino neighborhoods

The Independent UK

Lina Hidalgo Had a Vision. Harris County Won’t See It.

Her anti-climactic exit from office caps a saga of waning power and growing discord. But what her rise once promised is worth remembering.

Texas Observer

A Dave Ramsey Caller Owes $65,000 On A 2019 Audi She Bought Used. After 1.5 Years Of Owning It, It Broke Down And Requires A $20,000 Fix

Danielle from Houston called in to “The Ramsey Show” recently with a car problem that left hosts George Kamel and Jade Warshaw visibly stunned: she owes $65,000 on a used car that now needs a new engine, just a year and a half after buying it.

Benzinga

World Cup 2026 fixtures in full: All dates and venues confirmed for expanded summer tournament

Three Lions handed favourable kick-off times

Evening Standard

2026 World Cup: Fixture Times, Venues Confirmed

Teams were made to wait 24 hours to find out the times of their fixtures.

Sports Illustrated

When will the World Cup fixtures be revealed?

The draw for the tournament has been made but kick-off times and venues are yet to be confirmed

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Supreme Court’s map ruling sends Texas Democrats toward potential primaries, retirement or higher office bids

Houston Democrats are barreling toward a primary while North Texas Democrats await Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s Senate decision.

Sports Illustrated

2026 World Cup: Full List of Matches, Schedule

The World Cup group stage has been structured to try and ensure that the top seeds don’t meet until the latter rounds.

International Business Times UK

US Man Quits His $190K Job To Become a 'Stay-at-Home Son' — Says He Feels 'More Fulfilled' Doing Chores

Luke Parkhurst left his well-paid sales job in Houston to move back with his mother in Las Vegas, seeking a simpler, more fulfilling life through household chores and family.

Texas Observer

Petrochemical Expansion in Texas Will Fall Heavily on Communities of Color, Study Finds

Researchers in Houston analyzed the locations of 114 proposed industrial projects related to oil and gas in Texas, most of them involved in plastics production.

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In Houston, young mothers face some of the highest barriers for college and work in the U.S.

At 13.3%, Houston has the worst rate of young adults who are neither working nor in school of the largest metro areas in the country.

Space

Trump pick for NASA chief Jared Isaacman pledges to move space shuttle Discovery to Houston, lawmaker says

Jared Isaacman, President Trump's pick to lead NASA, is on board with moving the space shuttle Discovery to Houston, according to one of the senators behind the controversial plan.

The Texas Tribune

How Texas’ law banning DEI, LGBTQ+ topics in K-12 schools could fare in court

Cases challenging Florida and federal policies provide a glimpse into the possible outcome for the Texas case. It is scheduled for a court hearing in Houston on Dec. 10.

Sports Illustrated

Key Matchups, Predictions for Lions-Packers and More NFL Week 13 Games

Detroit’s middling offense will be tested by Green Bay’s stout defense. Plus, Josh Allen will look to put Pittsburgh’s pass defense through its paces.

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World Cup 2026 fixtures in full: The complete schedule

The World Cup 2026 fixtures are set to take place across a month of football in North America

The Independent UK

Torn roofs, smashed windows among damage to over 100 homes in a tornado near Houston

A tornado has damaged over 100 homes north of Houston, tearing off roofs and moving garages off foundations

The Independent UK

More than 100 homes damaged by tornado in Texas after warning issued

The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for southeastern Texas

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