2 h. ago Peacock trained TikTokers to make content, and now four creators are getting original series

Three years ago, a group of TikTokers joined NBCUniversal’s new initiative aimed at transforming social media influencers into the next generation of TV show creators.  Now, four of these creators are set to launch their original series on Peacock.  According to The Hollywood Reporter, the shows set to premiere are “The Warehouse Phase,” developed by […]

Technology

2 h. ago Jasmine Crockett roasted for worrying about effect of deportation on other countries

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, is being torched online after she expressed sympathy for countries that may be affected by mass deportations from the U.S.

Events

3 h. ago FutureHouse releases AI tools it claims can accelerate science

FutureHouse, an Eric Schmidt-backed nonprofit that aims to build an “AI scientist” within the next decade, has launched its first major product: a platform and API with AI-powered tools designed to support scientific work. Many, many startups are racing to develop AI research tools for the scientific domain, some with massive amounts of VC funding […]

Politics

3 h. ago Judge Blocks Trump from Deporting Alleged Venezuelan Gang Members from South Texas Using Alien Enemies Act

A federal judge has prevented the Trump administration from deporting alleged Venezuelan gang members from South Texas using the Alien Enemies Act. The post Judge Blocks Trump from Deporting Alleged Venezuelan Gang Members from South Texas Using Alien Enemies Act appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

3 h. ago Federal Judge Strikes Down Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act to Deport Venezuelans

The ruling, which is limited to the Southern District of Texas, prohibited the administration from using the wartime law because the president’s claims about a Venezuelan gang do not add up to an “invasion.”

Politics

5 h. ago Trump Administration Cancels $1 Billion in Grants for Student Mental Health

Congress authorized the money in a bipartisan breakthrough around addressing gun violence after a shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, killed 19 children and two teachers.

Politics

5 h. ago Republican gov slams city for considering 'antisemitic' resolution, threatens to pull funding

Gov. Greg Abbott wrote a letter to the mayor of San Marcos as its council prepares to vote on a Gaza ceasefire resolution. Abbott said the measure was "antisemitic" and "anti-Texas."

Politics

5 h. ago Texas Judge Strikes Down Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act to Deport Venezuelans

The ruling, which is limited to the Southern District of Texas, prohibited the administration from using the wartime law because the president’s claims about a Venezuelan gang do not add up to an “invasion.”

Events

6 h. ago Judge in Texas rules Trump's use of Alien Enemies Act for deportations 'exceeds the scope' of the law

Judge in Texas rules Trump's use of Alien Enemies Act for deportations 'exceeds the scope' of the law  ABC News

Politics

6 h. ago STATEMENT FROM COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ON THE UNITED STATES NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER

STATEMENT FROM COMMISSIONER SID MILLER ON THE UNITED STATES NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER  Texas Agriculture (.gov)

Politics

6 h. ago May Mobility to launch robotaxis on Uber platform this year in Texas

Startup May Mobility plans to deploy its autonomous vehicles on the Uber platform by the end of 2025, starting in Arlington, Texas, as part of a multi-year partnership. The tie-up with Uber offers May a chance to grow beyond offering shuttles within campuses and planned communities, while Uber adds May Mobility to its growing roster […]

Politics

7 h. ago Education Department stops $1 billion in funding for school mental health

Congress created the grants in the aftermath of the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. The goal was to help schools hire mental health professionals, including counselors and social workers.

Politics

8 h. ago Instacart acquires Wynshop to provide tools for grocers and retailers

Grocery-delivery giant Instacart announced Thursday the acquisition of Wynshop, a provider of cloud-based e-commerce solutions for grocers. The deal will help Instacart improve its enterprise solutions, enabling retailers to enhance their online experiences. The company didn’t disclose deal terms.  Wynshop launched its platform in 2020 and provides online storefronts for grocers, working with clients such […]

Politics

10 h. ago Feds Launch Investigation Into Washington State Over Transgender Student Policies

Feds Launch Investigation Into Washington State Over Transgender Student Policies  Dailyfly

Events

14 h. ago How One Texas County Has Profited Off of Migrant Deportations

Kinney County, along Texas’ border with Mexico, collected some $1.7 million in bail from migrants who were deported before they could make their court appearances. The money was never returned.

Events

15 h. ago From tech pioneers to ‘extremists’: Belarusian founders face exile and statelessness

In 2013, Tatyana Marynich and Anastasiya Khamiankova opened the doors to Imaguru, a startup hub in Minsk, Belarus that would go on to launch some of Eastern Europe’s most prominent tech success stories. A decade later, they’ve been sentenced ‘in absentia’ to a combined 23 years in prison by Belarusian authorities. Their property has been […]

Politics

22 h. ago Rodeo legend Roy Cooper, the 'Super Looper,' dies in fire at 69

Legendary rodeo star Roy Cooper, nicknamed the "Super Looper," died Tuesday at the age of 69 after a house fire at his property in Texas.

Events

23 h. ago Truck Overturns, and Millions of Dimes Spill Onto Texas Highway

Road lanes were closed for about 14 hours while crews used vacuums, shovels and their hands to scoop up freshly minted loose coins.

Transport

26 h. ago Seattle to launch free Waterfront Park shuttle service Friday

Seattle to launch free Waterfront Park shuttle service Friday  KING5.com

Politics

27 h. ago Crews work to retrieve 8 million dimes that spilled onto Texas highway: report

Authorities spent nearly 14 hours picking up 8 million dimes from a Texas highway after a truck carrying loose change flipped on its side.

Politics