Energy projects across the United States can move faster if the rules for getting permits are made simpler and more reliable. Even when politics is heated, many lawmakers agree that better permitting would help build new power plants and offshore wind farms. If the current Congress acts before its t
Energy companies are investing heavily in natural gas power plants, betting they’ll stay profitable for decades. But here’s the catch—renewable energy is getting cheaper by the year, and soon, running a new gas plant might cost more than powering it. Gas plants once looked like a smart upgrade from
Energy leaders say a new oil shortage could hit soon, sparking worry among investors. The big banks are tightening rules on how much money can leave investment funds, which could slow the flow of capital into markets. One top banker has raised his outlook for oil prices, hinting that the marke
Houston and southeast Texas are facing a winter storm, and officials are taking action. Montgomery County has asked people to stay home until at least Monday. County Judge Mark Keough showed how the county's emergency team is working hard to keep everyone safe. He said that leaders from police, EMS,
Houston's basketball team is on a roll, and they just proved it again. They beat Baylor 77-55 on Saturday. This win was special because it set a new school record. They've now won 16 games in a row on the road. That's a big deal! Five players scored in double figures for Houston. Emanuel Sharp led
Energy poverty is a big deal. It's not just about having lights at night. It's about health, the environment, and making sure everyone has a fair shot at a good life. For kids under five in some of the world's poorest countries, it's a serious problem. They're breathing in dirty air from cooking fir
Energy drinks are often seen as a quick fix for tiredness. But they can be risky. A healthy man in his 50s from the UK found this out the hard way. He drank eight energy drinks every day. This led to a stroke and very high blood pressure. His blood pressure was 254/150 mmHg. That's way above the hea
Houston Texans proved why they're the toughest defense in the NFL, shutting down Buffalo Bills' star quarterback Josh Allen. The Texans' defense was unstoppable, sacking Allen eight times and forcing three turnovers. This wasn't just a win; it was a statement. The Bills, who were hoping to stay com
Houston is getting a new professional women's volleyball team. The Houston Texans' sister company, Lone Star Sports & Entertainment, has bought the team. This team is part of League One Volleyball, also known as LOVB. The league has teams in other cities like Atlanta, Austin, Madison, Salt Lake City
Houston is seeing a familiar sight: long lines of cars waiting for food aid. This time, it's not due to a pandemic, but because of uncertainty around SNAP benefits. The Houston Food Bank set up a large distribution site at NRG Stadium to help families in need. People started arriving before sunrise
