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Russian forces sharing base with US troops in Niger
The Russians are said to be sharing a wing of Niger's main airport, but not mingling with US troops.BBC News - Top stories - Russia -
China Launches Moon Mission in Base Race With U.S.
The Chinese mission has been hailed for its potential for a scientific breakthrough, but the U.S. is closely watching the expedition with trepidation.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Russian troops staying at base housing US forces in Niger
Russian military personnel have been staying at an air base in Niger that also hosts U.S. troops and equipment, a U.S. official confirmed to The Hill Thursday. The news comes as roughly 1,000 American service members are expected to withdraw from ...The Hill - Politics - Russia -
Russia-Ukraine war live: Lithuania hits out at Russia ‘disinformation’ over spy claims
Russia had said that a Ukrainian agent had entered country from Lithuania with the aim of targeting a fuel facility. Ukraine’s president and foreign minister has pressed British foreign secretary David Cameron to accelerate the delivery of ...The Guardian - World - Russia -
Russian military personnel on Niger base where some U.S. troops remain
Before a coup in Niger in July 2023 led to the demand that American troops leave the country, the U.S. used two Niger airbases to fly drones on counterterrorism missions in the Sahel region of Africa.CBS News - Politics - Russia -
How blue-collar Bryce Harper became beloved in Philadelphia
Harper has made a connection with his chosen city like few others ever have.ESPN - Sports -
Missouri man charged in 1966 killing in suburban Chicago, based on DNA evidence
A 79-year-old Missouri man is accused of killing a woman in suburban Chicago.ABC News - Top stories -
Markets set for May rally with Apple results the catalyst — based on this 74-year trend
The S&P 500 has generated median returns of 1.1% in the average May since 1950 versus just 0.4% in April.MarketWatch - Business -
Altuve drives in go-ahead run, steals 300th base to lead Astros over Mariners 5-3
Jose Altuve hit a go-ahead bunt RBI single and collected his 300th career stolen base in Houston’s four-run seventh inning to lead the Astros to a 5-3 win over the Seattle MarinersABC News - Sports - MLB -
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WATCH: Tornado spotted in central Texas
Dramatic video shows a large tornado touching down near homes in central Texas. Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for dozens of counties as the state was pummeled by severe storms.ABC News - Top stories -
Texas Democrat declares innocence ahead of expected indictment
Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) addressed an expected indictment following reports the Justice Department is preparing charges against him, saying he is “innocent of these allegations” and still plans to seek reelection. The Justice Department ...The Hill - Politics -
Texas Democrat Henry Cuellar Indicted on Corruption Charges
Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife, who deny wrongdoing, are accused of accepting bribes from an Azerbaijan-controlled energy company and a Mexican bank.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Rep. Henry Cuellar of Texas indicted in bribery scheme
The Justice Department unsealed an indictment against Rep. Henry Cuellar, a Texas Democrat, and his wife, accusing them of bribery and money laundering. Cuellar denied wrongdoing. NBC News' Ryan Nobles has details.NBC News - Politics -
Catastrophic flooding forces rescues and evacuations in South Texas
Dangerous flooding hit parts of South Texas after a foot or more of rain fell in some areas. More than 10 million people remained under flood alerts. NBC News' Kathy Park reports.NBC News - Top stories -
Texas braces for severe flooding amid storms
Millions of Americans are bracing for slow-moving storms this weekend. Parts of Texas are expecting giant hail, damaging wind gusts and catastrophic flood conditions. In Houston, heavy rain has swamped the area and led to mandatory evacuations for ...CBS News - Top stories - Texas -
A Texas Town’s Germanfest Was Split by a Battle Over Beer
Muenster, Texas, has hosted a German-heritage festival for nearly 50 years. But then some locals rebelled.The New York Times - Top stories -
Southeast Texas Expects Even More Rain and Flooding
Rivers in Southeast Texas could be swollen for days or weeks, forecasters said, as multiple rounds of heavy rainfall continued on Sunday.The New York Times - Top stories -
Flooding worsens in southeast Texas, forcing mandatory evacuations in some areas
River and lake levels are rising and are expected to crest Friday night as flooding gets worse in southeast Texas. Many roads in the region are swamped, making driving impossible.CBS News - Top stories -
This Texas veterinarian helped crack the mystery of bird flu in cows
It was a Texas veterinarian who collected samples from dairy farms that confirmed the outbreak of H5N1 bird flu in cattle for the first timeABC News - Health -
Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar and wife indicted in $600,000 foreign bribery scheme
Texas Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife Imelda were indicted by the Justice Department on charges of accepting bribes, money laundering and improper foreign influence.NBC News - Top stories -
Henry Cuellar, Texas Representative, and His Wife Indicted on Bribery Charges
Mr. Cuellar and his wife are accused of accepting bribes from a bank in Mexico City and an oil and gas company owned by Azerbaijan. He has maintained they are innocent.The New York Times - Top stories -
Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar, wife indicted on federal bribery charges
The Department of Justice is alleging Rep. Henry Cuellar, a Democrat from Texas, and his wife, Imelda Rios Cuellar, accepted bribes from an oil and gas company owned by the Azerbaijan government and a Mexican bank, according to an indictment ...CBS News - Top stories -
Texas family describes harrowing escape from devastating tornado
A tornado touched down in the city of Hawley, Texas, late Thursday, destroying several homes. One family whose young son was injured described the life-threatening ordeal. Omar Villafranca reports.CBS News - Top stories -
178 people rescued amid Texas flood watch: 'We're not out of the woods yet'
A flood watch remains in effect for more than 11 million people in Texas and Oklahoma on Saturday morning as a number of flood warnings are in effect.ABC News - Top stories -
Hundreds rescued in Houston; flood watch affects millions in Texas, Oklahoma
The U.S. Coast Guard said they had medevaced an hours-old baby from Cleveland, Texas, amid the floodwaters.CBS News - Top stories