Arlen and Diane Chase, archeologists from the University of Houston, discovered the tomb of Te K’ab Chaak, the first king of the Maya city Caracol in Belize, uncovering significant historical insights into the ancient civilization’s royal dynasty.
UNESCO has added the megaliths of Carnac and Morbihan in France to its World Heritage List, recognizing their historical significance. The site, spanning 1,000 square kilometers, includes more than 550 Neolithic monuments. The designation aims to preserve the site and attract international interest.
Harris County commissioners approved the continuation of key flood mitigation projects amid a $1 billion shortfall in the $2.5 billion flood bond program. The projects, part of a voter-approved initiative in 2018, will proceed with funding partnerships, ensuring progress in flood prevention efforts.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump visited Kerrville to meet families affected by recent flooding in the Texas Hill Country and review ongoing disaster response efforts.
U.S. Representative Greg Casar and other Democratic lawmakers from Texas have requested information about the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) response to recent floods that caused widespread damage in Central Texas.
FEMA removed Camp Mystic buildings from the 100-year flood map, impacting expansion decisions. The camp later faced a flood tragedy, raising concerns about flood risk assessments.
President Donald Trump has announced a 30% tariff on imports from the European Union and Mexico, effective August 1, 2025. The tariffs result from unsuccessful trade negotiations, impacting major U.S. trade partners.
An Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, killed 260 people. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau reported a fuel supply switch shift caused engine shutdowns. The investigation into the tragic accident is ongoing.
The Department of Migrant Workers is verifying reports that three Filipino seafarers were killed by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea. The MV Eternity C, attacked off the coast of Yemen, had a crew of 22, mostly Filipinos. Five crew members have been rescued, and the DMW is assisting the families of the victims.
Houston Congressman Al Green has announced plans to potentially file a lawsuit and push for impeachment over Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s proposed redistricting plan, which targets four Democratic-held congressional districts, including three in Houston.