BIZARRE: 47 - What They Never Told You

A Comeback for One of Mexico’s Oldest Drinks

Pulque was once the country's most popular drink before falling out of favor. Now, entrepreneurs are reviving this unique Mexican beverage.

Texas Observer · Sep 22, 2022

Time Traveling in a Glass-Bottomed Boat

In Edwards Aquifer country, as goes the blind salamander, so go we all.

Texas Observer · Sep 21, 2022

To Build a Theocracy

At the fourth annual Texas Youth Summit, Christian nationalists push young conservatives to spread their message.

Texas Observer · Sep 20, 2022

An Eleventh-Hour, Hail-Mary Climate Remedy

The Inflation Reduction Act promises to slash U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, but enables more pollution in Gulf Coast communities.

Texas Observer · Sep 12, 2022

The Tale of Eric the Red

The long Texas career of Dr. Eric Scheffey left behind damaged and dead people—and became a cautionary tale.

Texas Observer · Sep 12, 2022

Loon Star State: The Rights Exterminator

In his latest political cartoon for the Observer, Ben Sargent considers the Supreme Court.

Texas Observer · Sep 9, 2022

I Was Fired for Asking Students to Wear Masks

My crime? Recommending that students take simple steps to protect themselves and others from the novel coronavirus.

Texas Observer · Sep 8, 2022

Crazy Rich Houston

By showcasing local food and its star’s struggle with alcohol, House of Ho attempts to make billionaires “relatable.”

Texas Observer · Sep 7, 2022

Texas’ Summer from Hell

Amid record temperatures, state residents struggle to keep cool.

Texas Observer · Sep 7, 2022

Queer and Trans People Need Our Solidarity Now

In recent months, we have seen efforts to attack and dehumanize LGBTQ+ people reach new heights in the United States.

Texas Observer · Sep 6, 2022