A local council of the League of United Latin American Citizens announced Friday that it has canceled this year’s Cinco de Mayo parade in downtown Houston, citing “growing concerns” over activity by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Consul Von Ryan Pangwi, representing the Philippine Consulate General in Houston, attended the 42nd anniversary celebration and induction of officers of the Filipino American Accountants of Texas (FAATX) on Feb. 21, 2026, at the Philippine Community Center on West Bellfort.
Former President Bill Clinton told the House Oversight Committee in New York that he “saw nothing” and “did nothing wrong” in connection with Jeffrey Epstein. Clinton denied knowing about Epstein’s criminal activities and said his interactions with the financier took place at social and charitable events. Lawmakers questioned him on flight logs, meetings, and travel arrangements, including trips on Epstein’s private jet. Clinton said staff and Secret Service managed logistics and that he was never informed of any investigations into Epstein at the time. The committee is reviewing Clinton’s testimony as part of a wider inquiry into Epstein’s ties with public figures and oversight gaps. No findings were announced following the session.
Singapore plans to admit between 25,000 and 30,000 new citizens annually over the next five years to offset declining birth rates and a rapidly aging population, Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong said on Feb. 26.
Dwight Ramos led Gilas Pilipinas with 16 points and eight rebounds but the Philippines fell 69-66 to New Zealand in the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers on Thursday at Mall of Asia Arena.
Formula 1 teams and drivers are preparing for a season-opening Australian Grand Prix under new 2026 regulations that emphasize electrical hybrid power and strategic energy management.
Lead defense counsel Nicholas Kaufman urged the International Criminal Court (ICC) not to confirm charges against former President Rodrigo Duterte, arguing that the prosecution manipulated evidence while portraying Duterte as a frail, resigned 80-year-old.
An Austin park will now bear the name of one of the city’s most celebrated athletes and a hometown hero.
The National Security Agency (NSA) has designated University of Texas at San Antonio as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research (CAE-R) for its doctoral programs.
Dallas City Council is scheduled to vote next week on a resolution addressing the future of City Hall and potential relocation of city operations during renovations.