SUMMARY: A serious security breach occurred when U.S. military plans regarding attacks on Houthi rebels in Yemen were accidentally shared in an unsecured group chat. The chat, which included 18 people, mistakenly invited Atlantic editor Jeffrey Goldberg. He was invited to the chat by U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, apparently by mistake. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has called for an investigation, and lawmakers seek answers about how such sensitive information was leaked. The use of third-party messaging apps, which are banned in many government agencies for security reasons, was also a factor in the incident.

The message was reportedly shared in the encrypted, but unsecured group chat. One person on the chat was reportedly a journalist from the Atlantic.

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SUMMARY: The Texas House Public Health Committee discussed House Bill 18, the Rural Health Stabilization and Innovation Act, aimed at ensuring rural Texans have access to healthcare services. Authored by Rep. Gary VanDeaver, the bill addresses the severe lack of healthcare resources in rural areas, with many counties having no hospitals. It proposes creating a State Office of Rural Hospital Finance, a Texas Rural Hospital Officers Academy, and a grant program for rural hospitals. The bill also includes a Rural Pediatric Mental Health Care Access Program using telehealth. Discussions continue as stakeholders assess the bill’s scope and effectiveness.

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SUMMARY: Hurricanes are categorized by wind speed, which determines the potential damage they can inflict. Tropical storms have winds of 50-60 MPH, causing minor disruptions, while a Category 1 hurricane with winds of 74 MPH can damage roofs and uproot small trees. As wind speeds increase to 96 MPH (Category 2), significant damage occurs, including broken windows and torn-off siding. At 111 MPH (Category 3), major destruction affects mobile homes. Category 4 hurricanes at 130 MPH can obliterate roofs and cause widespread power outages. Finally, Category 5 hurricanes, with winds exceeding 157 MPH, lead to catastrophic devastation, making areas uninhabitable for extended periods.

Meteorologist Pat Cavlin breaks down the different hurricane categories and what damage they can do.

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