Texas Medical Board remains silent on abortion laws, despite calls for more guidance

The Texas Supreme Court has asked the licensing board to offer doctors guidance on how to interpret the medical exception to the state’s abortion ban. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published on the Texas Tribune, and can be viewed here. Last week, in rejecting Kate Cox’s bid to terminate her nonviable pregnancy, the … Read more

Oscars shortlists revealed: Here are the films one step closer to a nomination

The “Barbie” power ballad “I’m Just Ken” and AP and Frontline’s documentary “20 Days in Mariupol” just got one step closer to an Oscar nomination. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Thursday shortlists in 10 categories, including best original song, documentary feature, international feature, original score, and crafts like hair and makeup, … Read more

Eight of our Forgotten Friends still hoping for loving home by Christmas | Forgotten Friends

In 2023, we shined the spotlight on 41 overlooked shelter pets in the hopes of finding them a home. 33 were adopted, eight remain at shelters. BULVERDE, Texas — It’s almost Christmas, and we have eight Forgotten Friends that have all been on “Santa’s Nice List” but sadly have not found a loving home yet. … Read more