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‘I now buy moissanite’: Houston woman gets emerald necklace appraised. Then the jeweler tells her something shocking about precious stones like diamonds

A Houston woman went into a buy-and-sell shop to get an emerald necklace appraised. Then she discovered that the jewels inside her necklace do not have significant retail value.

The Mary Sue · Dec 11, 2025

With Islamophobia on the Rise, Houston Becomes Home to First Ismaili Center in the Country

Despite growing anti-Muslim sentiments and discrimination, American Muslims continue to engage civically and thrive as a community.

Texas Observer · Dec 11, 2025

These are the key Texas races for Congress in 2026 - Roll Call

Here’s how races in Texas are shaping up following Monday’s filing deadline for candidates for office in next year’s midterm elections.

Roll Call · Dec 10, 2025

DOJ ends monitoring of illegal dumping in Houston in retreat from environmental justice

The U.S. Justice Department has withdrawn from an agreement with Houston to curb illegal dumping in Black and Latino neighborhoods

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2025

Lina Hidalgo Had a Vision. Harris County Won’t See It.

Her anti-climactic exit from office caps a saga of waning power and growing discord. But what her rise once promised is worth remembering.

Texas Observer · Dec 9, 2025

A Dave Ramsey Caller Owes $65,000 On A 2019 Audi She Bought Used. After 1.5 Years Of Owning It, It Broke Down And Requires A $20,000 Fix

Danielle from Houston called in to “The Ramsey Show” recently with a car problem that left hosts George Kamel and Jade Warshaw visibly stunned: she owes $65,000 on a used car that now needs a new engine, just a year and a half after buying it.

Benzinga · Dec 7, 2025

World Cup 2026 fixtures, results, full schedule and group standings

Thrilling draw between Iran and New Zealand

Evening Standard · Dec 6, 2025

2026 World Cup: Fixture Times, Venues Confirmed

Teams were made to wait 24 hours to find out the times of their fixtures.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 6, 2025

When will the World Cup fixtures be revealed?

The draw for the tournament has been made but kick-off times and venues are yet to be confirmed

The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025

Supreme Court’s map ruling sends Texas Democrats toward potential primaries, retirement or higher office bids

Houston Democrats are barreling toward a primary while North Texas Democrats await Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s Senate decision.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 5, 2025