Elon Musk at Twitter: 1 year later, X struggles with misinformation, usage decline

Elon Musk has dismantled many core features of Twitter, but what X will become, and whether Elon Musk can achieve his ambition of turning it into an “everything app" that everyone uses, remains unclear.

Former President Trump returns to Houston for public appearance

Former President Donald Trump is set to make a public appearance in Houston next week, marking his first return to the state since an earlier rally this year.

Trump co-defendant Jenna Ellis pleads guilty in Georgia election interference case

Jenna Ellis, an attorney and prominent conservative media figure, reached a deal with prosecutors Tuesday and pleaded guilty to reduced charges over efforts to overturn Donald Trump's 2020 election loss in Georgia.

Biden uses oval office speech to declare backing of Israel, Ukraine in time of war

President Joe Biden will deliver only the second Oval Office address of his term on Thursday night to make the case for U.S. backing of Ukraine and Israel in a time of war.

Beyoncé Renaissance Tour boosted Houston hotels, hospitality sector

Beyoncé's two-night Renaissance World Tour visit to Houston provided a significant boost to local travel and hospitality with revenues increasing more than 40 percent compared to 2022.

Elon Musk's X to test $1 subscription fee for new users

The site formerly known as Twitter has begun charging a $1 fee to new users in two countries in an effort to cut down on the spam and fake accounts.

Blast kills hundreds at Gaza hospital; Hamas and Israel trade blame, as President Biden heads to Mideast

Hamas blamed an Israeli airstrike for the incident, while the Israeli military said the hospital was hit by a rocket fired by Islamic Jihad, a smaller Palestinian militant group allied to Hamas. The health ministry said at least 500 people were killed.

President Joe Biden to visit Israel Wednesday
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President Joe Biden is set to visit Israel on Wednesday in wake of the Palestinian attack.

Biden to travel to Israel amid concern that Israel-Hamas conflict could expand

President Joe Biden will travel to Israel on Wednesday to show support for the U.S. ally as concerns increase that the raging Israel-Hamas war could expand into a larger regional conflict.

Biden campaign launches account on Trump's Truth Social, saying 'converts welcome'

President Joe Biden’s 2024 campaign has launched an account on Donald Trump’s Truth Social, attempting to poke online fun at the Republican candidate he may face again in next fall’s election.

Houston's mayor performing stand-up comedy
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His term as mayor may be coming to an end but Mayor Sylvester Turner's career as a comedian is just getting started. He hit the stage at the Houston Improv to crack a couple of jokes and reflect on his time in office.

MLB addresses Mattress Mack's pre-game throw
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Major League Baseball has commented on the situation surrounding why Houston's Mattress Mack was unable to participate in the pre-game festivities for the Astros.

Wife of 'Mattress Mack' boosts Mary Lou Retton fundraiser
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Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale's wife assists in a fundraiser for Mary Lou Retton, helping it surpass the $50,000 goal

Mattress Mack first pitch canceled: MLB CRO says Mattress Firm wasn’t involved in decision

Major League Baseball Chief Revenue Officer Noah Garden said in a statement Wednesday that Mattress Firm was not involved in the decision to cancel the ceremonial first pitch by Jim “Mattress Mack" McIngvale during the first game of the American League Division Series.