Texas Senate approves bill banning local firearm buyback initiatives
The Texas Senate advances a bill to ban local gun buyback programs, ending initiatives where cities and counties buy firearms from civilians to reduce unwanted guns in homes.
The Texas Senate advances a bill to ban local gun buyback programs, ending initiatives where cities and counties buy firearms from civilians to reduce unwanted guns in homes.
Senate Joint Resolution 87, proposing automatic bail denial for repeat offenders, fails in the Texas House. Learn about ongoing bail reform efforts.
The National Bureau of Investigation seized over PHP 120 million worth of counterfeit luxury goods in Manila and Parañaque. The operation targeted stalls and buildings distributing fake items, securing 1,002 products. The NBI continues its efforts to combat intellectual property rights violations, urging public cooperation against the sale of counterfeit goods.
North Korea called U.S. President Donald Trump’s “Golden Dome” missile shield plan a “very dangerous” threat aimed at weaponizing space. The Korean Central News Agency reported North Korea’s foreign ministry’s memorandum, labeling it a threatening initiative against nuclear-armed states. This reaction follows Trump’s recent announcement of the missile shield system’s details and funding, highlighting the geopolitical tensions surrounding space militarization.
An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza school, claimed by Israel to be a Hamas command center, killed at least 80. The incident raises international concerns about civilian safety and legal implications. Humanitarian organizations call for a halt to hostilities, amid a backdrop of escalating Israeli-Hamas tensions.
Demi Lovato married Canadian singer-songwriter Jordan “Jutes” Lutes on May 25 in California. The couple began dating after meeting during the creation of Lovato’s 2022 album “Holy Fvck,” where Lutes was a co-writer.
King Charles III received a warm welcome in Canada during his historic visit to open parliament, amid U.S. annexation concerns. Canadians gathered to support their monarch and emphasize ties with the UK.
President Donald Trump announced a delay in the implementation of a 50% tariff on European Union goods to July 9, following discussions with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen about negotiations.
Phil Robertson, star of “Duck Dynasty,” dies at 79. The family announced his passing, following his Alzheimer’s diagnosis. His role in the reality series left a lasting impact on viewers and fans.
Williamson and Fort Bend counties filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, challenging new reporting rules they deem unconstitutional. The regulations, which took effect in April, require counties to submit detailed reports to the Attorney General’s office. The lawsuit accuses Paxton of overreaching his authority, imposing financial burdens, and infringing on privacy rights. This legal battle underscores a growing conflict over prosecutorial independence in Texas.