On Thursday, President Donald Trump announced a plan to renovate the reflecting pool near the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., saying the project will resurface the structure as part of ongoing construction work that began two weeks earlier.
As part of its 20th anniversary celebrations, Spotify has revealed its most-streamed artists, albums, and songs of all time, showcasing the impact of streaming on music consumption over the past two decades.
Forecasters said warm and mostly dry conditions will continue across the Houston area through the weekend, with temperatures expected to climb into the upper 80s and a slight chance of rain.
The Texas Attorney General’s Office has filed multiple lawsuits against public school districts across the state, leading to significant legal expenses for the districts.
The San Antonio Arboretum will not open regularly to the public until at least 2028, organizers said, but the site will host an early public event during Fiesta 2026 to preview the development.
The Philippine women’s national football team qualified for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup after its performance in the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup, the Philippine Football Federation said, as it outlined preparations for the tournament in Brazil.
The Creamline Cool Smashers won their 11th championship after defeating the Cignal Super Spikers in the PVL All-Filipino Conference finals at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, completing a five-set victory in Game 2 of the series.
The ICC said appeals on confirmation of charges are not automatic and must be authorized by the pre-trial judges.
Television host Kim Atienza completed a mental health training program on April 24, 2026, after attending an eight-hour workshop in Quezon City, according to posts he shared on social media.
Former couple Katrina Halili and Kris Lawrence said on April 24, 2026, that they are both single and have not resumed a romantic relationship, following recent public speculation about their status.