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Some North Texas high schools among best in US, per new rankings
WFAA 8 - Texas
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September 1, 2025
Three Dallas ISD schools ranked among the top 50 best high schools in the U.S. and a slew of other North Texas schools are among the best in the state in a new list. DALLAS — Some North Texas high schools are among the best in the U.S., according...
As New Texas Medical Marijuana Expansion Takes Effect, Poll Shows 91% Of Consumers Say Cannabis Effectively Treats Chronic Pain
Marijuana Moment
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September 1, 2025
A Texas law significantly expanding the state’s medical marijuana program by adding qualifying conditions for patients has officially gone into effect as of Monday. And a new poll shows that a vast majority of consumers agree that people with one...
Nebraska volleyball stays No. 1 in Top 25, while Texas rises to No. 2 and Creighton drops to No. 13
Omaha World-Herald - Nebraska
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Nebraska volleyball remained at No. 1 this week, while Creighton dropped one spot to No. 13 in the latest AVCA poll on Monday. The Huskers maintained the top spot, while Texas rose three spots to No. 2 after sweeping then-No. 12 Creighton and No....
Samsung Ramps Up Texas Chip Plant Plans After $16.5 Billion Tesla Deal
Tesla North
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September 1, 2025
The Samsung Austin Semiconductor factory, courtesy of Samsung Samsung is accelerating progress at its long-delayed chip plant in Taylor, Texas, following its $16.5 billion USD deal with Tesla to produce the automaker’s next-generation Artificial...
Humanoid robots showcase skills at Ancient Olympia; but road long to catch up to AI (Business)
Castanet Kamloops
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September 1, 2025
Derek Gatopoulos And Matt O'brien, The Associated Press - Sep 1, 2025 / 10:37 am | Story: 569768 Photo: The Canadian Press The Unitree G1 robot plays boxing with Aadeel Akhtar CEO and Founder of Psyonic at the first International Humanoid Olympiad...
‘Now detergent gone be locked up’: Texas Walmart shopper makes sure they get their whole $16.89 worth of Gain laundry detergent
The Mary Sue
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September 1, 2025
A Walmart shopper recently half-emptied a bottle of Gain on Walmart’s floor after claiming the laundry detergent brand shorted him on product. In a TikTok video with more than 301,000 views, Noah (@savagehourpodcast) showed himself pouring...
Apparel company sets up T-shirt fundraiser in honor of fallen KCK officer
KMBC 9 - Missouri
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September 1, 2025
On a dreary, gray-cloud morning outside of the Kansas City, Kansas, Police Department, a slow and sad procession began. Video above: 'Truly one of our heroes': Kansas City, Kansas, police officer Hunter Simoncic remembered at vigil A motorcade,...
New Packers star’s Week 1 status suddenly a mystery after blockbuster Cowboys trade
New York Post
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September 1, 2025
It seems a fully healthy Micah Parsons was not traded away from the Cowboys last week. Following the star linebacker’s departure from Dallas and a four-year, $188 million contract agreement with the Packers, Parsons may not be available Week 1 due...
Texas Ban on THC Vapes Now in Effect
Ganjapreneur - Washington
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September 1, 2025
Texas’ ban on the sale of hemp-derived THC vapes begins this week, KUT News reports. Under the law passed last June, it is now a Class A misdemeanor to sell or market any vape containing cannabinoids, even if the active ingredients would otherwise...
Denver Broncos' defense comes in surprisingly low on list after Micah Parsons trade
Sporting News
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September 1, 2025
The Denver Broncos have what many feel will be one of the league's best defenses in 2025. Broncos Country is going to argue that it will be the best. The defensive unit was already terrific in 2024 behind the vision of Vance Joseph and after...
Houston Tamil Studies Chair (HTSC) Honors Dr. T. Vijayalakshmi, Thiruvalluvar Chair of Tamil Studies and Visiting Professor
Indo American News
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September 1, 2025
Dr. Vijayalakashmi (left), Tupil Narasiman, Sam Kannappan, Consul General DC Manjunath HOUSTON: Houston Tamil Studies Chair (HTSC) at the University of Houston honored Dr. T. Vijayalakshmi, Thiruvalluvar Chair of Tamil Studies and Visiting...
Governor Abbott shares focus of new Texas laws starting Sept. 1
KXXV 25 - Texas
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September 1, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas (KXXV) — Texans have several hundred new laws on the books starting September 1, 2025. The measures were passed during the 89th Regular Legislative Session. “This session will be remembered as one of the most consequential in Texas...
Modern home in Piney Point Village is Houston's priciest sale of the week
KHOU - Texas
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September 1, 2025
11206 Tyne Court in Piney Point Village was the most expensive Houston-area home sold the week of Aug. 17 HOUSTON — A luxurious modern home in one of Houston’s richest neighborhoods was the most expensive Houston-area home sold the week of Aug....
Visit the Texas State Fair + 10 more Texas travel tips for September
Culturemap
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September 1, 2025
While it may not feel like fall yet, it's time to get into the September spirit and take full advantage of a fun weekend getaway or staycation this month. Houston travelers can immerse themselves in the Hill Country at a unique Fredericksburg...
Cannabis company opens massive Tempe weed kitchen
Phoenix New Times - Arizona
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Texas passed a landmark law in June 2025, supported by former Gov. Rick Perry, that allocates $50 million to support research on ibogaine, one of the most powerful psychedelics, for treating opioid addiction and treatment-resistant PTSD. Arizona...
In 2023-24 school year, there were 103 economically disadvantaged students taught in Stonewall County schools
Nortex Times - Texas
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September 1, 2025
Stonewall County schools enrolled 103 students classified as economically disadvantaged during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency. Of the 192 students enrolled in Stonewall County schools, 53.6% were considered...
Antonio Brown trolls Arch Manning with brutal $14,000,000 NFL QB jab after Texas star's debut vs. Ohio State
Sportskeeda
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September 1, 2025
Antonio Brown stirred things up again. After Arch Manning’s first game as Texas’ starting quarterback on Saturday got mixed reviews, Brown reacted to his performance. “Arch (Manning) came out lookin like Kenny Pickett…” Brown tweeted on Sunday. •...
Cowboys missed chance to make a Deshaun Watson-style trade with Micah Parsons
NBC Sports
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September 1, 2025
The Dallas Cowboys are no longer America’s Team. There’s a chance they aren’t even Texas’s team. Three years ago, the Houston Texans had a very similar situation to the one the Cowboys just resolved. Quarterback Deshaun Watson had requested a...
Ingleside barbecue cookoff raises funds for local food bank
KRIS 6 - Texas
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September 1, 2025
INGLESIDE, Texas — The Ingleside Chamber of Commerce hosted a barbecue cookoff at Live Oak Park Saturday afternoon to raise funds for the local food bank. The two-day competition drew participants from across Texas, including Mike Gonzalez, who...
WT Enterprise Center launches AI workshop series for entrepreneurs
KFDA - Texas
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September 1, 2025
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The WT Enterprise Center will host a free four-part workshop series in September for local entrepreneurs and startups to learn how to use artificial intelligence for their business. “Building and Scaling Businesses with...