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Reseeding the Sweet 16: Ranking Every Team Left in Women’s March Madness

After some surprise upsets in the women's NCAA tournament, here's how the remaining 16 teams measure up.

Sports Illustrated

How Is Texas Pacific Land’s Stock Performance Compared to Other Oil & Gas Stocks?

Texas Pacific Land has outshined other Oil & Gas players lately, and Wall Street remains optimistic about the stock.

Barchart

Texas will ban smokeable hemp cannabis on March 31. Here’s what you need to know.

New rules from state health officials ban smokeable intoxicating hemp products, including pre-rolled joints and hemp flower.

The Texas Tribune

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Locals told to shelter after huge explosion at Texas oil refinery

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Valero Oil Refinery Explosion: Why the Fire Could Send Shockwaves Through US Gas Pumps

A massive explosion at Valero Oil Refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, has caused a fire and economic concerns. Learn about the impact on gas prices and the ongoing investigation.

International Business Times UK

Man charged after allegedly abandoning Labrador puppy at airport when he couldn’t board flight with pet

A man from Texas has been charged with animal cruelty after he allegedly left behind a Labrador puppy outside an airport in Pennsylvania when he realised the dog wouldn’t be allowed on his flight. According to a report by local news outlet WDBJ7, the incident took place on the evening…

Times Pets

Abortion pills are gaining ground as a method for ending pregnancies, and opponents are responding

Lawmakers in states where abortion is already banned are focusing on measures intended to crack down on abortion pills

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Major explosion at Texas oil refinery sparks huge fire as locals told to shelter

Officials confirmed that no injuries were reported despite the dramatic scenes

The Independent UK

Texas Education Agency orders public schools to remove mentions of Cesar Chavez from lessons

Schools were also directed to cancel or change celebrations of the late civil rights leader amid allegations of sexual abuse.

The Texas Tribune

Texas School Vouchers 2026: The $10,500 ‘Freedom Account’ Rule Parents Should Know

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Kids Ain't Cheap

Rare daytime fireball may have dropped meteorites on Texas: Here's where to find them

The fireball shattered with the force of 26 tons of TNT, potentially spreading shards over a swathe of Texas land.

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6 Texas Homestead Exemption Benefits That Can Lower Property Taxes

Property taxes hit hard, and they do not ask for permission before climbing higher. In a state where property values keep rising, that annual bill can feel like it grows faster than anything else tied to a home. Yet one of the most powerful tools to fight back already exists,…

Everybody Loves Your Money

Supreme Court rejects appeal from online citizen journalist over her arrest in Texas

The Supreme Court has rejected the appeal of a Texas-based online citizen journalist who said she was wrongly arrested in a case that drew attention from national media organizations and free speech advocates

The Independent UK

Supreme Court rejects Texas death row inmate Rodney Reed’s appeal for DNA testing

Reed’s efforts to stop his execution have received support from such celebrities as Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian and Oprah Winfrey

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The Times of India

Man caught on camera urinating in front of Indian restaurant in Texas, says he could not hold it

A video of a man confronting another man after the latter was caught on camera urinating in front of the Mumtaz Indian Restaurant in Plano, Texas went viral -- bringing shame to the Indian community as many social media users claimed that he was an Indian -- a staff of…

International Business Times UK

Where Should You Retire in 2026? The Best US States Ranked

Explore the top states for retirement in 2026, focusing on quality of life, healthcare, affordability, and safety. Find out why Florida, California, and Texas top the list.

The Conversation

Immigrant kids can attend school regardless of citizenship – some states are challenging this standard

All immigrants, regardless of their citizenship status, have the right to attend a public K-12 school in the United States. Schools cannot collect students’ immigration status when they enroll. This has been the case since 1982, when the Supreme Court ruled against Texas in the case of Plyler v. Doe.

The Conversation

The ever-evolving Latino vote is rapidly shifting away from Trump and Republicans

In 2024, Donald Trump dramatically improved his performance among nearly all groups of voters from four years earlier. Trump’s growth among Hispanic voters was especially notable, increasing by more than 10 points from 2020 to 2024, at least according to exit polls.

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Reason

New York Gov. Hochul Begs 'High-Net-Worth' Refugees To Return and Be Taxed

Hochul invited those who opposed her policies to leave. Many did. Now she wants them back.

The Texas Tribune

Feds plan to install 536 miles of floating barriers on Rio Grande to deter migrants

The government is installing the first 17 miles of industrial-grade buoys in Brownsville. Experts warn the buoys could intensify flooding and change the river’s course.

The Texas Tribune

Blocked from Texas vouchers, this private Islamic school wants a chance to prove its pro-America values

Several Islamic schools sued Texas for excluding them from the voucher program. Iman Academy is instead calling for fairness while hoping to be judged by its work — not stereotypes.

The Mary Sue

Texas parents issue gut-wrenching warning after their nine-year-old girl’s life ends in a horrifying social media challenge

Two parents in Texas are issuing a gut-wrenching warning after their nine-year-old daughter, JackLynn Blackwell, tragically died participating in the “blackout” social media challenge. This incident happened on February 3, and the parents are now speaking out to prevent other families from enduring similar heartbreak.

Sports Illustrated

March Madness 2026: Game Times, TV Channels for Sweet 16 of the Men’s NCAA Tournament

The full schedule for the Sweet 16 at the 2026 men’s NCAA tournament is set. Here are full details, matchups and broadcast information.

Sports Illustrated

Madison Booker Is a Serious Problem for the Rest of the NCAA Tournament

As shown in her 40-point explosion against Oregon, Midrange Maddie is in her final form and gives Texas the offensive ceiling to win it all.

Sports Illustrated

2026 Texas Children’s Houston Open Full Field: Scottie Scheffler Back in Home State

The world No. 1 has three T2 finishes at Memorial Park and will tee it up again two weeks before the Masters.

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