Photos: Bougainvillea Ball 2026

TSC shared photos from the 2026 Bougainvillea Ball, a centennial celebration event for students, alumni and the community.

Six Potential Health Benefits of Coffee — and When to Use Caution

Coffee has been associated with several possible health benefits, but much of the evidence cannot prove cause and effect. Here is what the research and federal guidance say.

FactGenie offers a self-hosted tool for checking AI outputs

The open-source FactGenie project helps teams annotate factual, semantic and lexical errors in large-language-model outputs.

Ketchup was once marketed as a medicine

Popular Science traces ketchup from fermented fish sauce to a tomato-based remedy and household condiment.

Restaurant Professionals Say Diners Should Usually Leave Plates Unstacked

Diners who stack empty plates to help restaurant workers may be making the clearing process harder, according to restaurant professionals who say the safest approach at a full-service establishment is usually to leave dishes where

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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...