A quiet Sunday morning in Northwest Austin turned into chaos and devastation after a powerful house explosion shook the Double Spur Loop neighborhood just before noon on April 13. According to the Austin Fire Department, the two-story home was completely leveled by the blast, and the effects of the explosion were felt and seen miles away. Initial emergency calls came in around 11:30 a.m., with witnesses reporting a massive boom and visible smoke plumes. Emergency crews arr

In a tragic discovery over the weekend, the Lewisville Fire Department’s dive team recovered a body from Copperas Branch Lake, located just west of I-35E. According to the Lewisville Police Department, the recovery occurred shortly after 11 a.m. on Sunday. The deceased individual is believed to be the driver involved in a single-vehicle crash that happened early Saturday morning. The incident unfolded around 3:30 a.m. Saturday near the 2900 block of the northbound lanes of I

A federal judge has declined a request to block immigration enforcement operations at religious institutions, marking a significant development in the ongoing legal battle over the balance between national immigration policy and religious freedom. The ruling was delivered by U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich in Washington, D.C., who determined that the plaintiffs—over two dozen religious organizations representing Christian and Jewish communities—did not demonstrate sufficient gro

In what can be described as a politically significant moment, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has made a strong public statement acknowledging the contribution of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu in transforming Hyderabad into one of India’s foremost IT hubs. This statement comes at a time when debates around the origins of Hyderabad’s IT success are being widely discussed and sometimes contested across political and social circles. Speaking at a public ev

Political clashes are heating up once again in Telangana, as a long-standing war of words between BRS’s Kalvakuntla Kavitha and Janasena Party chief Pawan Kalyan has flared up in public view. The tensions, which trace back over a decade, have once again taken center stage due to a controversial remark from Kavitha during her latest podcast episode. This isn’t the first time Kavitha has openly mocked Pawan Kalyan. Back in 2014, in what became a widely circulated and polarizing stat

A wave of student visa revocations at universities across the U.S. has left hundreds of international students in limbo, with Texas institutions such as the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), University of North Texas (UNT), Texas A&M, and UT Austin among those affected. School officials are scrambling to support affected students while seeking clarity from federal authorities regarding the reasoning behind these abrupt visa terminations. Although the exact cause of the revoca

Punjab BJP President Sunil Kumar Jakhar has ignited a political firestorm after penning a strongly worded letter to Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, alleging a “grave constitutional breach” and “institutional abuse” by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. In his letter, Jakhar raised serious concerns about the misuse of the state’s intelligence machinery for political espionage, calling for a judicial or independent inquiry into the matter. Jakhar’s charges stem from

In a dramatic turn of events that has sent ripples through Tamil Nadu’s political landscape, Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) founder Dr. S Ramadoss has reclaimed the role of party president, effectively demoting his son and successor, Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss, to the position of working president. The announcement, made from Ramadoss’s Thailapuram residence in Villupuram district, signals a significant power shift within the PMK and

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has landed in fresh controversy after social activist H Ramamurthy Gowda submitted a formal petition to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, seeking sanction to prosecute the CM under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The complaint alleges that Siddaramaiah accepted a Rs 500 crore bribe in 2015 for renewing eight mining leases without opting for the auction route. The petition, accessed exclusively by India Today, claims that Siddaramaiah’s

Faced with the challenge of limited future water sources and rapid population growth, the city of Austin is ramping up its efforts in water reuse, conservation, and underground storage as part of an ambitious long-term strategy to meet demand for decades to come. At a recent infrastructure summit hosted by the Austin Chamber of Commerce, water planners and city leaders outlined Austin's evolving strategy, which centers on extending the lifespan of its current water resources through smart

A recently released study by the Texas Department of Health Services has revealed that around 330,000 people residing in East Harris County, Texas, are living within a cancer cluster spanning 250 square miles along the San Jacinto River. The report was shared in a community meeting held Tuesday evening in Highlands, drawing emotional reactions and urgent calls for action from residents. The study was initiated at the request of the Texas Health and Environment Alliance (THEA), a nonprofit adv

The University of Texas at Austin has announced the immediate termination of its Flags program, a cornerstone of its graduation requirements for the past two decades. The university will replace it with a skills-based educational model designed to better align with workforce demands, student flexibility, and public scrutiny around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The Flags program required undergraduates to complete coursework in cultural diversity, global cultures, ethics,

Efforts to halt the long-discussed Houston-to-Dallas high-speed rail project have returned to the Texas state legislature, reigniting a decade-long battle over one of the most ambitious transportation proposals in the state’s history. The Texas Central Railway project, which aims to connect Houston and Dallas in under 90 minutes using Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train technology, is once again under scrutiny in Austin, where lawmakers are advancing bills aimed at limiting or complet

Mark Shankar, the youngest son of Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, was injured in a fire accident that occurred at his school in Singapore. According to preliminary reports, the incident led to burn injuries on his hands and legs and smoke inhalation, necessitating immediate medical attention. Mark is currently being treated at a local hospital in Singapore, and his condition is being closely monitored. News of the accident prompted Pawan Kalyan to make urgent changes to his

In 2025, residents of North Texas are witnessing a noticeable increase in gas prices, with the average price for a gallon of regular gas now at $3.04. This marks a significant jump from the previous week's price of $2.81. While many have been speculating about the reasons behind this rise, particularly in relation to ongoing economic discussions and the threat of tariffs, experts are weighing in to clarify the situation. Currently, Texas gas prices are still below the natio

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – Harris County Public Health (HCPH) has announced the investigation of the first confirmed measles case in unincorporated Harris County in 2025. The case involves a child under the age of 18, and while their identity remains confidential, it is known that the child resides in Northwest Harris County and has no recent travel history. This marks a significant health concern for the community, as measles had not been reported in the area since 2019. The

South Korea’s Constitutional Court has officially removed President Yoon Suk Yeol from office after unanimously upholding his impeachment. The historic decision, which comes months after the National Assembly voted to impeach him, has sent shockwaves through the country’s political landscape. This ruling marks only the second time a South Korean president has been ousted in modern history, following the impeachment of former leader Park Geun-hye in 2017. The court'

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee strongly criticized the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold a Calcutta High Court verdict that invalidated the appointment of over 25,000 teaching and non-teaching staff recruited by the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) in 2016. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Banerjee expressed her disagreement with the apex court's judgement, stating she cannot support a blanket cancellation of all appointments and voiced her deep

A tragic incident unfolded at Memorial High School in Frisco, Texas, as 16-year-old student Austin Metcalf was fatally stabbed during a school track and field event. The Frisco Police Department has identified 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony as the suspect in this shocking act of violence, which occurred on the morning of Wednesday at approximately 10:00 a.m. on the 6900 block of Stadium Lane. According to authorities, an argument between the two teenagers quickly escalated into violence, culmina

Susan Crawford has emerged victorious in the Wisconsin Supreme Court election, securing a seat that ensures liberals maintain their narrow 4-3 majority on the state’s highest court. The race, marked by unprecedented campaign spending, drew national attention due to its potential influence on crucial issues like abortion rights, labor laws, and redistricting in a key battleground state. Crawford, a Dane County circuit judge with strong Democratic