El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele announced his refusal to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was deported from Maryland to El Salvador. Bukele’s statement raises questions about international cooperation on deportation cases, framing a complex scenario involving extradition and diplomatic relations.
The IRS has extended the tax filing deadline to October 16, 2023, for residents and businesses in nine states affected by natural disasters. This decision provides relief to those impacted by recent severe weather conditions.
Houston homebuilding costs may rise by up to $12,500 due to tariffs, impacting affordability. Builders face challenges amid increased material costs, inflation, and economic pressures. Strategies to maintain profitability highlight the industry’s resilience.
Texas Republicans clarify the “life of mother” exception in state abortion laws but decide not to address fetal abnormalities. Latest developments on Texas abortion laws and implications for doomed pregnancies.
Texas Supreme Court Justice Jeff Boyd announces retirement after a decade of service, providing Gov. Greg Abbott a chance to appoint his successor, further influencing the high court’s composition.
A former University of Texas at Austin student, Aymen Labidi, was arrested for allegedly threatening to blow up a boutique on The Drag. Charged with multiple misdemeanors, Labidi is in the Travis County Jail with a bond of $30,000. The boutique owner has chosen to close the store due to safety concerns.
Athena, the Great Horned Owl, was named Austin’s official Owl Ambassador during her return to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. The city honored her at a ceremony, celebrating her role in wildlife conservation and her nesting activities since 2012. Athena’s presence emphasizes Austin’s commitment to preserving local wildlife and engaging the community through educational programs and live streams.
The Philippines introduces a new licensure exam policy for teachers, aligning exams with updated curricula to improve education quality and supply. This updated structure, effective in September, includes specialized exams for more precise teacher assessments.
A small plane crashed near Propwash Airport in Denton County, Texas, with only the pilot on board. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
Bernadeth Pons reunites with Sisi Rondina to represent Alas Pilipinas in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand. After a stint in indoor volleyball, Pons returns to the beach, seeking success alongside Rondina with whom she previously won bronze medals in 2019 and 2022.