21yo university student reported missing in Texas after suddenly stopping all contact between classes It was in the nick of time. We Got This Covered · Feb 14
‘Third world aliens are coming through H1B visas’: Texas activist targets Hindu temple in viral post A Texas activist's social media post linking a Hindu temple to a cultural 'invasion' via H-1B visas has ignited debate. The post, featuring the Karya Siddhi Hanuman Temple, drew criticism for its inflammatory language and misrepresentation of immigration. This controversy highlights ongoing discussions about skilled immigration and its impact on… The Times of India · Feb 14
Early voting for the Texas 2026 primaries begins Tuesday. Here’s what to know. Early voting in person runs from Feb. 17-27. This guide explains your rights at Texas polls. The Texas Tribune · Feb 14
In upcoming elections, Republicans have a Texas problem — and so do Democrats With less than nine months until the midterm elections, Donald Trump's party is in trouble. The president's policies and actions are unpopular, Republicans keep losing special elections, and now even have to defend once-solid seats in Congress. One state has become a focal point: Texas. Euronews · Feb 14
What to know about the counter drone technology that triggered the closure of the El Paso airspace The government’s ability to deal with drones that pose a threat on American soil has been questioned this week after airspace was closed over El Paso, Texas The Independent UK · Feb 14
Feds launch fair housing probe into North Texas development marketed to Muslims HUD is investigating whether the project that had been called the East Plano Islamic Center City discriminated based on race or national origin. The Texas Tribune · Feb 13
Trump deportation surge left Texas with shortage of home builders. Now Republican wants completely new visa to fix that The U.S. already has special visas for workers in sectors like agriculture and tech The Independent UK · Feb 13
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton accuses Dallas of spending too little on police In a new lawsuit, Paxton accused city officials of under-calculating how much money should go to law enforcement under a voter-backed provision. The Texas Tribune · Feb 13
Why Dad Who Ended Daughter’s Life After Trump Argument Won’t Face Charges “I honestly believe that the fact that he was not indicted and has not had any consequences for doing this is symptomatic of a very conservative county in Texas,” Lindsay Richards told The Post. Bored Panda · Feb 13
Can H-1B visa holders do 'side hustle' in US? MAGA activists flag home kitchen advertisements from social media groups With several guns trained at H-1Bs in the US and especially in Texas, several social media posts have now flagged home kitchen businesses being run by visa holders 'illegally'. H-1B and their dependents H-4 visas are not legally permitted to do a side hustle in the US and the laws… The Times of India · Feb 13
“These performances present him at his very best – and they’re thrilling to hear”: Blues gold unearthed as rare Freddie King live performance surfaces after 50 years In October 1975, the Texas Cannonball wowed a French audience with a blues masterclass, and the recordings have been restored Guitar World · Feb 13
'Indians don't wear deodorants': Hindu-hating comedian goes to another city council meeting, expresses hate towards 'people from Mumbai' After mocking Hindus at the Plano City Council meeting, comedian Alex Stein this time went to Irving City Council meeting to express his hatred towards Indians and Hindus. This time he did not indulge in any role play but came as an angry American who can't tolerate witnessing Texas cities… The Times of India · Feb 13
Saving enough money to pay $100,000 for H-1B visa: Texas whistleblower says legal immigration equally concerning Texas journalist Sara Gonzales who 'exposed' the H-1B 'scam' in Texas visiting H-1B employers in the state said the $100,000 fee is not going to act as a deterrent as the corporations have saved enough money by paying these employees lesser wages that they can easily spend the fee to… The Times of India · Feb 13
In Texas attorney general race, Mayes Middleton runs on conservative, not courtroom, record Middleton has the money and the endorsements. But his primary opponents say he lacks key legal experience to be Texas’ top lawyer. The Texas Tribune · Feb 13
The Texas Tribune · Feb 13 In Senate Democratic primary fraught with racial tensions, Black voters could be decisive Jasmine Crockett has built enormous enthusiasm among Black voters based in part on her reputation as a fighter, while her opponent in the Texas primary, James Talarico, has struggled to win their support.
The Texas Tribune · Feb 13 Texans are demanding their local governments push pause on data centers. Can they? Texans from Waco to Harlingen are raising concerns over how much energy and water data centers are poised to use. Local officials, some enticed by a tax boon, say they have little power to stop the rush.
The Texas Tribune · Feb 13 A federal tool to check voter citizenship keeps making mistakes. It led to confusion in Texas. DHS rolled out the revamped tool while it was still adding data. That led to widespread misidentification, particularly for citizens born outside the U.S.
Reason · Feb 13 Brickbat: Bad Judgment A grand jury in Bexar County, Texas, has indicted Judge Rosie Speedlin-Gonzalez on charges of felony unlawful restraint by a… The post Brickbat: Bad Judgment appeared first on Reason.com.
The Texas Tribune · Feb 13 AG Ken Paxton backs ivermectin champion’s fight against Texas Medical Board The board that licenses physicians said it will “vigorously” defend itself against the attorney general’s office.
The Independent UK · Feb 13 Palestinian protester, detained for nearly a year, says 'inhumane' jail conditions prompted seizure A Palestinian protester says “inhumane” conditions in a Texas immigration jail have harmed her health after nearly a year in detention, possibly contributing to a seizure she suffered last week
Barchart · Feb 13 1 High-Yield Dividend Stock to Buy Hand Over Fist in February 2026 TotalEnergies screens as a “buy hand over fist” dividend play because it couples a roughly 5% yield and sub‑12× forward P/E with resilient oil and gas cash flows and long-dated PPAs like the 1‑GW Google Texas solar deal.
The Conversation · Feb 13 Counter-drone technologies are evolving – but there’s no surefire way to defend against drone attacks When the Federal Aviation Administration closed the airport in El Paso, Texas, and the airspace around it on Feb. 10, 2026, the cause was, ironically, the nearby use of a technology that could be key to keeping airports and airspace open and safe.
We Got This Covered · Feb 12 The president’s influence over MAGA reaches peak as Texas man shoots his daughter dead during argument about Donald Trump You shouldn't be this brainwashed.
The Times of India · Feb 12 One man in Pakistan, another in Texas: How two foreigners duped US Medicare of $10 million Two Pakistani men, Burhan Mirza and Kashif Iqbal, have been indicted in the US for a $10 million Medicare fraud in which they submitted thousands of fraudulent documents to claim Medicare and other medical insurance money. Burhan Mirza is a resident of Pakistan and he handled the fraud from Pakistan.…
Barchart · Feb 12 Are Wall Street Analysts Predicting Texas Pacific Land Stock Will Climb or Sink? Texas Pacific Land stock has lagged behind the broader market over the past year, but analysts remain fairly bullish about its prospects.