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Texas creates required reading list that includes Anne Frank and the Bible

Other books on the list include "Charlotte’s Web" by E. B. White and “Animal Farm” by George Orwell.

The Texas flag waves during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series DuraMax Grand Prix Powered by RelaDyne at Circuit of The Americas on February 28, 2026 in Austin, Texas; Illustrative.
Laurie Cardoza-Moore speaking at the United Nations.

No 'Hamas' textbooks: Activist urges Texas not to let CAIR influence curriculum

Paige the elephant at Texas Republican party’s annual convention, June 12, 2026.

Bad 'Pee-R': Elephant in the room urinates on Republican convention floor, sparking condemnations

A general view of FIFA World Cup 2026 signage at Kansas City Stadium on June 08, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Hind Rajab Foundation demands US arrests dual citizen IDF veteran at World Cup match


Death toll from Texas floods rises to 67, many still missing

The Kerr County Sheriff's Office reported 13 people were found dead in "catastrophic flooding" in the area.

First responders survey rising flood waters of the Guadalupe River after flash flooding in Kerr County, Texas, U.S. July 4, 2025 in a still image from video

As pro-Israel event in Texas canceled, US must stop bowing to jihadist threats

The event had already been relocated from its original Dallas venue after American, pro-Hamas, jihadist groups issued threats to “target” the Israel Summit.

 Texas State Troopers and Austin Police Department officials block the street as Pro-Palestinian activists march through downtown Austin, Texas, US, May 19, 2024

Don’t mess with Israel: A new post-October 7 strategy - opinion

The preemptive strike on Iran sends a clear message to Israel’s adversaries – don’t mess with us. 

 HEAVY TRAFFIC is seen on the Karaj-Chalus road leading out of Tehran, as Israel continued to attack earlier this week. The preemptive strike on Iran sends a clear message to Israel’s adversaries – don’t mess with us, says the writer.

At least 62 Israelis infected with measles amid outbreak, Health Ministry says

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease, transmitted through the air via tiny droplets from bodily fluids, such as during sneezing or coughing.

Cases of the measles rise in Israel.

Texas legislature passes bill mandating Ten Commandments in public school classrooms

Critics argue it infringes the Constitution's separation of church and state and the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment.

 Texas legislature passes bill mandating Ten Commandments in public school classrooms.

Proposal requiring classroom displays of Ten Commandments passes Texas House

The underlying measure is among Republicans’ efforts this session to expand religion in public classrooms. Lawmakers voted Friday to send a bill to Abbott allowing prayer time in public schools.

 The slab displaying the Ten Commandments rests just north of the Capitol in Austin, Texas.

Texas mother accused of ‘intentionally and knowingly’ aiding son’s school attack plan

Ashley Pardo allegedly purchased her 14-year-old son tactical gear, including ammunition magazines, a tactical vest and a helmet.

Ashley Pardo.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sends letter to San Marcos mayor condemning proposed antisemitic resolution

“I have repeatedly made clear that Texas will not tolerate antisemitism. Anti-Israel policies are anti-Texas policies," Abbott wrote in the letter.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott speaks at the annual National Rifle Association (NRA) convention in Dallas, Texas, U.S., May 4, 2018.

Pro-Israel Block Party met with protests at University of Texas

The pro-Israel Block Party has been organised by Texas Hillel for the past 25 years and is the largest pro-Israel event to take place on a North American college campus.

 Pro-Palestine protesters march past a Star of David made of Israeli flags on Columbia University campus, during a march in support of a protest encampment supporting Palestinians in New York City, U.S., April 29, 2024.

6000-year-old hunting kit discovered in West Texas cave system

This discovery offers a rare glimpse into the lives of ancient hunters, revealing tools, weapons, and even a folded pronghorn hide left untouched for thousands of years.

 Afternoon light on the US-Mexican Border, Santa Elena Canyon, Big Bend National Park.