Adults reflect on beliefs their generations were taught to accept

A new reader-driven feature is prompting adults from several generations to reconsider beliefs they say were presented as unquestionable truths while they were growing up. BuzzFeed collected 19 responses from adults of different a

Trump criticism of Democratic-led cities draws online backlash

WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump renewed his criticism of Democratic-led cities in remarks that described major urban areas in harsh terms, prompting a wave of responses from residents and other social-media users. BuzzFeed com

Federal agencies plan update after two deaths linked to Cyclospora outbreak

WASHINGTON - Federal health agencies said they plan to update national Cyclospora outbreak totals after Michigan reported two deaths associated with the parasitic illness. Ars Technica reported that the Centers for Disease Control

T-Mobile offers some customers credits following nationwide outage

T-Mobile is offering account credits and other retention measures to some customers after a nationwide service disruption prompted complaints about lost wireless access. TheStreet reported that the carrier began taking steps to ad

Record 25.2 million young adults live with parents as housing costs rise

A record 25.2 million Americans younger than 35 lived with their parents in 2025, surpassing the total recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to an analysis of federal data. Realtor.com Economic Research found that 33% o

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UTRGV Defensive Backs Set Higher Standard Entering Second Season

EDINBURG, Texas - UTRGV's defensive backfield enters the program's second season with three returning starters, increased confidence and competition for two open roles in the secondary. The Vaqueros intercepted 11 passes, forced five fumbles and recovered f...

Private Ownership Planned for Water From South Padre Island Desalination Project

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas - Water produced by a proposed desalination plant on South Padre Island would remain privately owned under the project's current structure, distinguishing it from a traditional municipal water utility. The project is being develope...

$510,650 Awarded to Improve Public Transportation Across Rio Grande Valley

McALLEN, Texas - Three Rio Grande Valley organizations will receive a combined $510,650 in state and federal funding intended to strengthen public transportation and improve access for seniors and people with disabilities. U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez announc...

STHS to Host Free Webinar on Stress Management and Emotional Wellness

EDINBURG, Texas - Stress is a natural response to change and challenge, often affecting individuals physically, emotionally and behaviorally. While it is an unavoidable part of daily life, effective stress management can help people navigate difficulties wi...