Former President Rodrigo Duterte celebrated his 80th birthday in an ICC detention cell, with supporters rallying for his return to the Philippines amid ongoing investigations into his administration. The case emphasizes international legal challenges and has drawn global attention.
The Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project has sued federal agencies including the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, seeking to restore funding for legal services for unaccompanied children. The lawsuit addresses the non-renewal of a federal contract that supported these services, emphasizing the importance of legal aid for the fair representation of immigrant minors.
The Trump administration has formally announced plans to close the US Agency for International Development (USAID), aiming to cut $54 billion in foreign aid spending. The Department of State and USAID have notified Congress of their intent to reorganize. The move faces criticism for its potential impact on global development and US influence abroad.
Texas honors Carole Keeton by flying flags at half-staff statewide. Governor Greg Abbott acknowledges her contributions as former Austin mayor, Texas railroad commissioner, and state comptroller.
Houston’s MacGregor Park reveals $57.7M renovation plans, featuring a state-of-the-art tennis center, expanded green spaces, and enhanced community facilities for improved accessibility.
Aryna Sabalenka, world number one, advances to the Miami Open final with a decisive victory over Italy’s Jasmine Paolini. Sabalenka won the semi-final in just 71 minutes and will face the winner of the match between Jessica Pegula and a wildcard player.
Philippine tennis player Alex Eala achieved a significant victory in the 2025 Miami Open quarterfinals, defeating Iga Swiatek. Her win has drawn praise from the Philippine government and highlighted her as a rising star in the sports world.
A federal judge in Texas ruled that the extreme heat in state prisons is unconstitutional, addressing a lawsuit from inmates. Despite recognizing the health risks, Judge Robert Pitman did not order immediate air conditioning installations, highlighting the challenges and costs involved. The case has significant implications for prison reform and inmates’ rights nationwide.
John Boswell, a 100-year-old Iwo Jima survivor, inducted into the Texas Veterans Hall of Fame in Midlothian, recognizing his bravery and service during World War II.
Houston Superintendent Mike Miles presents a $2.1 billion budget plan for the 2025-26 school year, focusing on health and safety upgrades and educational reforms, including early childhood education expansion and a new teacher evaluation system.