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Stephen F. Austin State University is shutting down its beloved Early Childhood Laboratory — a childcare hub since 1975 serving kids from eight weeks to five years old — due to mounting financial losses and shrinking student demand. The program, which has long provided both care and hands-on training for future educators, is now costing the university nearly $750,000 annually to operate, with tuit...

Moisture is rolling in starting this afternoon with a 40% chance of scattered showers—perfect if you’re ready for a good one. Saturday amps it up with scattered downpours, possible inch of rain, and risk of street flooding, plus lightning and gusty winds. Early next week keeps the rain rolling with cooler temps. Finally, the dry spell is breaking—grab your umbrella, especially Saturday. Listen in...

A new poll reveals rising unease among Jewish adults in the U.S., with many feeling less safe since October 7, 2023, amid protests over Gaza and a surge in harassment. Many now avoid wearing Jewish symbols for fear of being misinterpreted, while some have long faced antisemitism that’s often tangled with criticism of Israel. Security concerns even extend to children’s daycares. There’s also a grow...

China just pulled off a historic space feat—successfully landing the first stage of its Long March-10B rocket after launch, marking a major leap in reusable rocket tech. This sea-based recovery, similar to SpaceX’s approach, slashes costs and boosts efficiency, signaling China’s serious push to compete globally in space exploration. While the rocket can haul 16,000 kg to orbit (less than SpaceX’s...

A banned Indian film about a slain activist who exposed state violence in 1980s Punjab is sparking a grassroots revival—despite being pulled from streaming just days after release. Originally titled “Punjab 95,” the film chronicles Jaswant Singh Khalra’s investigation into thousands of disappearances and secret cremations during a brutal crackdown, and his own murder in 1995. Censored for over a y...

Asian markets surged today, led by tech stocks, as South Korea’s Kospi jumped 2.5% and Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 climbed on SoftBank’s big gains. Hong Kong and Australia also rose, while Shanghai dipped slightly. Geopolitical tension between Iran and the U.S. — with Trump ending a ceasefire — keeps oil prices volatile, though Brent and U.S. crude both slipped. The semiconductor sector soared, fueled by A...

Israel is launching a massive, multi-year cleanup of underwater munitions in the Mediterranean, aiming to reopen two kilometers of coastline in Rishon LeZion for public use — a project that’s part of a global push to secure oceans amid rising maritime activity. Divers are testing advanced methods using sensor-equipped dummy shells to locate real explosives, which have proven stubbornly stationary...

Three Thai sailors suing their cargo ship employer over labor rights violations and unsafe conditions in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming they were unfairly dismissed after a ship incident, received only two months’ pay — far below what their lawyer says is needed, especially since they now suffer PTSD and can’t sail again. Each seeks over $30,000 in damages, with one veteran crewman saying loud noi...

Typhoon Bavi is barreling toward China’s east coast with winds over 100 mph, set to skirt past Taiwan first—causing heavy rain and flight cancellations—before hitting south of Shanghai late Saturday. This follows a deadly week of storms: Tropical Storm Maysak triggered floods in Guangxi, killing 39 and damaging dams, while Hubei saw 11 deaths from tornadoes and thunderstorms. With Bavi having weak...

The Bayeux Tapestry, that epic 1066 Norman invasion chronicle, just made a covert midnight voyage from France to the British Museum—complete with high-tech security and a climate-controlled truck ride across the Channel. This is the first time in a thousand years the 70-meter wool-on-linen masterpiece has returned to British soil, sparking global excitement and already selling 100,000 tickets. A d...

Even if you don’t speak Spanish, millions of English speakers are tuning into World Cup games broadcast in Spanish — drawn in by electrifying announcers like Andrés Cantor, uninterrupted gameplay, and the raw emotion of the sport. Telemundo’s ad-free coverage lets fans soak in every player reaction and coach moment, making the experience more immersive than English broadcasts. Cheaper streaming op...

Bexar County Jail under fire as 11 inmate deaths in a year tie to mental health and drug withdrawal crises — one mother’s daughter suffered life-threatening complications after delayed medication, sparking outrage over inadequate care and systemic failures, while officials admit the jail isn’t equipped for detox or psychiatric needs, and crucial oversight hearings keep getting postponed. Listen in...

In a high-stakes Utah murder case, Tyler Robinson faces aggravated murder charges after allegedly shooting Kirk during a public speech at Utah Valley University. The judge is now deciding whether to move forward with trial, as Robinson’s defense aggressively challenges key evidence — including inconclusive ballistics tests and questionable DNA links — while prosecutors rely on damning statements f...

A federal appeals court has upheld Illinois’ ban on semiautomatic weapons, citing historical precedent and public safety concerns following the 2022 Highland Park parade shooting. The ruling affirms that such restrictions don’t violate the Second Amendment, as assault rifles and large-capacity magazines are strongly linked to gun violence severity. Governor Pritzker hailed it as a win for communit...

A 20-year-old woman, Julie Lopez, has been sentenced to 15 years for her role in a robbery that killed Isaiah Guevara — a sentence the victim’s family calls inadequate. While Lopez pleaded guilty to aggravated robbery and offered apologies, they insist true justice demands the shooter be held accountable — a person still at large. With murder charges dropped against Lopez and her co-defendant clea...

New surveillance footage reveals a tense standoff: a man armed with two samurai-style swords confronts deputies after allegedly trying to break into a home. When officers arrive, they demand he drop the weapons — but he moves toward them instead, triggering a shot that leaves him wounded. Charged with aggravated assault, he’s released on $200K bond as prosecutors weigh next steps — a case that und...

A 71-year-old man from San Antonio was fatally struck by an SUV on I-37 South early Tuesday morning. The driver, a 38-year-old from Three Rivers, stopped to assist and was taken to the hospital. Investigators now believe the victim may have stopped his own vehicle a mile north, triggering a multi-car crash that shut down the highway for hours. The DPS is still piecing together the full sequence of...

A major air quality showdown is unfolding on San Antonio’s West Side as Vantage seeks approval to deploy 32 diesel generators for a new hyperscale data center — facilities powering AI and critical infrastructure. Councilmember Ric Galvan warns the move could worsen Bexar County’s already fragile air quality, sparking community debate. While some residents fear pollution and noise, others near exis...

San Antonio police and their union are locked in a tense standoff over pay — the union demands a 20.5% raise over three years, while the city offers just 14.8%, a difference that could mean thousands more per officer annually. With negotiations stalled since January and the city facing tough budget decisions, both sides are pushing for a deal before August 13th — or risk letting the current contra...

In a bustling Tokyo neighborhood, Akiko Sugaya, known as “Ako-chan,” wheels her pink tofu cart through the streets, tooting a horn and bringing more than just healthy food—she’s a lifeline for lonely elders, a beacon of human connection in a digital age. For 23 years, she’s turned her personal journey through bullying and rejection into a mission of service, finding purpose in the smiles of her cu...

A 17-year-old football star set to play for UTSA finds himself facing felony robbery charges after allegedly snatching neck chains at a house party—and then punching a victim and getting a black eye. Just 10 days after committing to the university, Cameron Grady was booked, released the next day, and identified by victims who recognized him from his high school fame. UTSA declined to comment, citi...

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Israel allegedly passed intel to the U.S. warning Iran is plotting to assassinate Trump—just as America ramps up military pressure in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump, who recently declared the Iran ceasefire over, switched planes mid-flight from his Qatar-gifted Air Force One to his older jet, citing “abundance of caution” after reporters were told to close blinds—hinting at possible danger. He also a...

A fifty-two-year-old U.S. resident, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Houston during a vehicle stop—despite not being the target of the operation. ICE agents, acting on an administrative warrant and a tip from another agency, pulled over a white van that resembled their suspect’s vehicle. Salgado Araujo, a father of three who’d lived in the U.S. for over three decades, wa...