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JD Vance’s first Olympic appearance unfolds with more photo-ops than protests

Amid officials’ concern about vocal crowd reactions against the US, the vice-president’s visit to a hockey game felt closer to theater than geopolitics

The Guardian - US

Vance hails unifying moment as US delegation arrives for Milan-Cortina Winter Games

The US vice president leads the US delegation at the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, calling the Games a rare unifying moment as world leaders gather for the opening.

Euronews

What is ICE's mandate abroad and can it operate on foreign soil?

Experts say that while the US immigration agency’s principal criminal investigative arm, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), has operated abroad for many years, its activities are formally subject to the approval of host governments.

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WNBA’s Sun May Be Sold, Moved to Houston Despite Significant Local Bids

Houston appears set to move the Connecticut franchise, despite other ownership groups attempting to relocate the team to Boston and Hartford.

Sports Illustrated

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta confirmed as Trump’s ambassador to Italy

The Texas billionaire has said he will drop his position at Landry’s, but will continue his ownership of the Houston Rockets.

The Texas Tribune

Luka Doncic Trade Discourse Reaches Highest Levels of American and Italian Government

Foreign leaders now subjected to Nico Harrison discourse during trade negotiations.

Sports Illustrated

The billionaires at Trump's inauguration

Beyond top execs from Meta, Apple and Amazon, a slew of ultra-wealthy donors are expected to attend

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Donald Trump picks Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta as ambassador to Italy

Fertitta, owner of the Houston Rockets and Landry’s restaurant group, hosted a fundraiser for Trump earlier this year.

The Texas Tribune

Tilman Fertitta Nominated As US Ambassador To Italy

President-elect Trump nominates Tilman Fertitta as US ambassador to Italy and Brian Burch as ambassador to Vatican City, reflecting diverse choices for key...

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Houston Rockets Legend Robert Reid Passes Away At Age 68

Former Houston Rockets player Robert Reid passes away at 68. He played a key role in the team's NBA Finals appearances in the 1980s.

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Rockets pay respects to late Robert Reid, who passed away Monday

Robert Reid, who played a key role on Houston’s first two NBA Finals teams in 1981 and 1986, passed away at 68 years old after a battle with cancer.

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Rockets, Fertitta family unveil renovations to Houston hoops court

The Rockets and the family of owner Tilman Fertitta partnered with several Houston entities to renovate the Highland Park basketball court.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Tilman Fertitta sees $70M training center providing edge to Rockets

“This will be a great recruiting tool for free agents, to have a facility like that,” Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta says of his team’s new $70-million practice center.

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Rockets offer first look at $70-million practice complex, which opens in 2024

On Tuesday, Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta invited media members to an early preview tour of the team’s new practice facility, which will open in mid-2024.

The Texas Tribune

With the Mavericks, Miriam Adelson is poised to be a Texas political powerhouse. Will it help her legalize casinos?

Adelson wasted little time reaching out to the state’s business leaders since news of the deal broke, visiting Austin on Thursday to address the Texas Association of Business, the state’s largest business lobby.

Sports Illustrated

What We’re Hearing About College Football’s Coaching Carousel

Texas A&M poaching Duke’s Mike Elko could have a domino effect on this offseason’s coaching market.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Forbes study: Rockets valued at $4.4 billion, No. 8 among NBA teams

The Rockets are now valued at $4.4 billion and No. 8 among all NBA teams, according to a new Forbes study. That’s double what owner Tilman Fertitta paid in 2017.

The Texas Tribune

In crowded field, Houston mayor's race centers on prominent Democrats Sheila Jackson Lee and John Whitmire

Jackson Lee has sought to rally her party’s base, vowing to stand up to “MAGA Republicans.” Whitmire has relied on a more bipartisan coalition while also defending his Democratic credentials.

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As 2023-24 begins, Rockets in process of $30-million renovation of Toyota Center

As the 2023-24 NBA season begins, the #Rockets are in the middle of a $30-million-plus renovation of Toyota Center. Here’s what the upgrades entail.

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott raised $15 million in 12-day window after regular legislative session

The governor, whose term ends in 2026, closed June with $23 million in his campaign fund.

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