Today’s news
Houston Man Recounts Flight Diverted Amid Start of U.S.-Iran War
Passenger describes ordeal of being stuck in Prague as conflict erupted in the Middle East.

Man Accused of Plotting to Kill Trump Says Iran Blackmailed Him
Asif Merchant claims the Iranian Revolutionary Guard forced him into a murder-for-hire scheme against Trump and other politicians.
Pakistani Man Accused of Plotting Trump Assassination Claims Iran Forced Him
Asif Merchant says he was coerced by Iran's Revolutionary Guard and feared for his family's safety.
Recent news
Mar. 4, 2026
Explosions Rock Tehran and Jerusalem as War with US and Israel Enters 5th Day
Conflict between Iran, US, and Israel intensifies with new attacks
Mar. 4, 2026
Trump Offers U.S. Navy Escort, Insurance for Tankers in Persian Gulf
Move aims to restore oil shipments through Strait of Hormuz amid security concerns
Mar. 3, 2026
Texas Congressional Candidates Weigh In on U.S. Attack on Iran
GOP candidates show support for Trump administration's decision, while some Democrats criticize it
Mar. 2, 2026
Houston Scraps Plans for Pedestrian Bridge Near Middle School
City will move forward with bridge near Milby High but abandon project near HISD middle school
Mar. 2, 2026
Sen. Ted Cruz discusses Iran, nuclear program, and Austin shooting on "Face the Nation"
The Texas Republican senator defends President Trump's decision to take military action against Iran.
Feb. 25, 2026
Houston Reps Skip State of the Union Address
Local officials opt to engage with constituents instead of attending Trump's speech.
Feb. 25, 2026
Venezuela's Attorney General and Ombudsman Resign
Tarek William Saab, a close Maduro ally, steps down amid ongoing criticism
Feb. 25, 2026
Myanmar Resistance Leader Surrenders to Military After Clashes with Rival Force
The prominent leader of an independent resistance group was attacked by rivals loyal to the main opposition force.
Feb. 25, 2026
U.S. and South Korea to Hold Joint Military Exercises in March Amid Tensions with North
The annual spring military drills aim to bolster defense capabilities between the allies.
Feb. 25, 2026
Venezuela Alleges Forced Opening of Diplomatic Pouch at Panamanian Airport
The Venezuelan government claims a diplomatic pouch was forcibly opened at the Tocumen International Airport in Panama.
Feb. 24, 2026
U.S. Unhappy Over Ukrainian Attacks Impacting Russian Oil Interests
State Department voices concern over strikes on Novorossiysk port
Feb. 23, 2026
Ukraine Faces $588 Billion Recovery Bill Over Next Decade
Joint report by Ukraine, World Bank, EU, and UN outlines massive rebuilding costs.
Feb. 23, 2026
France Seeks to Limit US Ambassador Charles Kushner's Direct Access to Government
Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot requested that the US ambassador no longer have direct contact with government officials.
Feb. 23, 2026
Colombia Held Responsible for Killing of Human Rights Defender in 2000
Inter-American Court of Human Rights rules against Colombia in 2000 murder case
Feb. 21, 2026
Tucker Suggests Genetic Testing to Determine Land Rights
Huckabee agrees that Abraham's descendants should have claim to the land.
Feb. 20, 2026
Fort Worth-based Pizza Chain Expands to Houston
Mr Gatti's plans growth after acquisition by OneRyan Global
Feb. 13, 2026
Trump's Greenland Push Divides Republicans, Poll Finds
AP-NORC survey shows Trump's bid to acquire Greenland has turned off many in his own party.
Feb. 13, 2026
Trump's Greenland Push Divides Republicans, Poll Finds
New AP-NORC survey shows Trump's attempt to acquire Greenland has turned off many in his own party.
Feb. 13, 2026
Trump's Greenland Push Divides GOP, New Poll Shows
About half of Republicans disapprove of his attempt to acquire the icebound territory, a new AP-NORC survey finds.
Feb. 13, 2026
Trump's Greenland Push Divides Republicans, Poll Finds
New AP-NORC survey shows Trump's efforts to acquire Greenland have turned off many in his own party.