The Texas Senate passes a bill requiring public schools to adopt the Christian B.C./A.D. system for tracking years. This decision emphasizes traditional terminology and sparks discussions on religion’s role in education. The bill awaits approval from the Texas House of Representatives.
The U.S. Senate confirmed Charles Kushner as the next ambassador to France. Kushner, previously convicted of tax evasion, was pardoned by former President Trump. He is the father of Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law and former advisor, marking another instance of family ties influencing political appointments.
President Donald Trump has signed the “Take It Down Act,” making it a federal crime to distribute non-consensual intimate images, including AI-generated ones. The law mandates the removal of such content from online platforms and received strong bipartisan support.
The Texas House has advanced a legislative package to tighten bail laws, focusing on violent offenses. The measures require voter approval to amend the state Constitution, and aim to enhance public safety by restricting bail options for violent offenders. Governor Abbott supports the initiative, while critics raise concerns over potential civil liberties impacts.
Texas lawmakers are close to passing a bill banning minors from social media platforms. House Bill 186 requires age verification and parental consent for minors using Twitter, TikTok, Facebook, and Snapchat. Compliance is expected by April 2026.
Surgeons at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles performed the world’s first human bladder transplant on May 4, 2025. Led by Dr. Nima Nassiri, the surgery was part of a UCLA clinical trial and included a kidney transplant. The groundbreaking procedure offers a new treatment option for severe bladder disorders.
Fort Worth ISD announces a five-year plan to close or consolidate 18 schools due to declining enrollment and demographic shifts, aiming to optimize resources and enhance educational offerings.
Fort Worth City Council to vote on opposing Tarrant County’s redistricting plan on May 20. Concerns over racial gerrymandering and local impact drive the symbolic resolution.
King Charles III has expressed support for Joe Biden following the former US president’s prostate cancer diagnosis. Buckingham Palace confirmed the King’s private message, offering best wishes as Biden navigates an aggressive form of the disease.
Filipino singer Carol Banawa earned her Master’s in Nursing from Saint Joseph’s College of Maine. She shared her achievement on Instagram, highlighting the challenges faced and expressing gratitude to her support system. Banawa’s journey from a certified nurse aide in 2005 to a Family Nurse Practitioner exemplifies her dedication.