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Couple survives 36 hours at sea after current carries them while scuba diving near Matagorda
SUMMARY: Kim and Nathan Maker, a couple on their honeymoon in Mexico, encountered a harrowing experience while scuba diving off the coast of Matagorda. Strong currents swept them away from their group, leading to nearly 36 hours adrift in the Gulf of Mexico. As they awaited rescue, the couple faced fears of survival, even contemplating difficult decisions about their fates. Fortunately, the Coast Guard spotted them just in time and rescued them, bringing them to safety. The couple, badly sunburnt but alive, expressed gratitude for the Coast Guard’s efforts, highlighting their heroism during their ordeal.
A couple from Oklahoma survived two nights and nearly two days bobbing in the Gulf of Mexico last week.
Kim and Nathan Maker were part of a group scuba diving old offshore oil platforms roughly 15 miles off the coast of Matagorda.
On Wednesday, while trying to help another diver get back to a rope they could hold on to, Nathan was whisked away by the current.
His wife tried to reach out and grab his hand while he fought the current.
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2 suspects arrested after HPD officer was shot during a home invasion were out on bond for other cri
SUMMARY: Three men were arrested following a shooting involving a Houston police officer during a home invasion in the Spring Branch area. Eighteen-year-old Brian Chavez appeared in court, charged with aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon, and was assigned a $100,000 bond. Brothers Michael and Raymond Perez, who have extensive criminal records and were out on bond for prior offenses, are also scheduled to appear in court later today. The arrests are part of ongoing investigations related to the incident.
Raymond Perez, the accused shooter, and Michael Perez have prior felony convictions, according to records, and both were out on bond when the shooting happened.
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Cruz: Hate ‘manifesting right here’ during hearing on campus antisemitism | National
SUMMARY: During a Senate Judiciary hearing on hate crimes, Sen. Ted Cruz criticized pro-Hamas rioters and Democrats for the rise of antisemitism in the U.S., citing increased threats against Jewish students on college campuses. The hearing was disrupted by protestors, leading Cruz to label their actions as antisemitism. Cruz noted that antisemitic incidents have surged since the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel, particularly in universities. He emphasized that while other forms of hate are swiftly condemned, antisemitism is often overlooked. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott reinforced the need for educational institutions to combat antisemitism and enacted measures to address this issue.
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Why you should get a library card this month
SUMMARY: September is Library Card Signup Month, making it the ideal time to get a library card. Shirley Robinson, Executive Director of the Texas Library Association, emphasizes the importance of library cards as they provide access to resources beyond just books, including educational programs, job search assistance, and homework support. Signing up can be done online or in-person with proof of residency, making it easy for everyone. Libraries, like those in Houston, offer various programs for families, ranging from story time to job fairs, as well as virtual events like murder mystery nights, catering to diverse community needs and interests.
Shirley Robinson, Executive Director of Texas Library Association, talks about all the benefits that come with owning a library card. September is Library Card Sign-Up Month.
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