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Woman has pioneering womb surgery to fix 'miracle' baby with intestines outside its body
Theo became the first British baby to be operated on in the womb to correct complex gastroschisis, as part of a pioneering clinical trial.
August 3, 2026US judge blocks Houston's minority contracting program - Reuters
US judge blocks Houston's minority contracting program Reuters
July 28, 2026Texas will investigate ICE's fatal shooting of man in Houston, governor says
The federal government is investigating the incident, but many have called for an independent probe and more scrutiny of ICE.
July 16, 2026ICE told to halt most vehicle stops after pair of fatal shootings
It marks a major policy shift for the immigration enforcement agency, which has faced criticism in the past year over allegations of excessive use of force.
July 14, 2026One person killed in shooting involving federal agents in Maine, official says
It comes less than a week after a man on his way to work in Houston was shot and killed by an immigration agent.
July 13, 2026Witnesses to fatal Houston ICE shooting challenge agency's account, lawyer says - Reuters
Witnesses to fatal Houston ICE shooting challenge agency's account, lawyer says Reuters
July 10, 2026Man fatally shot by ICE in Houston was not intended target, DHS says
Immigration agents were looking for a different person when they shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo during a traffic stop, officials say.
July 10, 2026In Houston's 'Little Mexico,' an ICE shooting leaves scars - Reuters
In Houston's 'Little Mexico,' an ICE shooting leaves scars Reuters
July 9, 2026Mexico to press for criminal charges over deaths in US custody
The move comes after Mexican national Lorenzo Salgado was shot dead by an ICE agent in Houston on Tuesday.
July 9, 2026Watch: Large protest in Houston after man fatally shot by ICE
Protesters echoed mounting demands for an independent inquiry into the shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, 52, a Mexican national.
July 9, 2026Fatal ICE shooting in Houston sparks demands for transparency, independent investigation - Reuters
Fatal ICE shooting in Houston sparks demands for transparency, independent investigation Reuters
July 8, 2026ICE agent fatally shoots motorist in Houston vehicle stop, agency says - Reuters
ICE agent fatally shoots motorist in Houston vehicle stop, agency says Reuters
July 7, 2026'You've been trying to kill me for 23 years' - should Ronaldo start?
Appearing at his sixth World Cup, will Cristiano Ronaldo lift the famous trophy for the first time before he retires?
July 6, 2026Dangerous heatwave to hit US ahead of holiday weekend
North America will bake in extreme temperatures amid celebrations for the United States' 250th birthday.
June 30, 2026Casemiro equalises for Brazil with powerful header
Casemiro heads in Brazil's equaliser against Japan in Houston after a brilliant cross by Gabriel during their round of 32 encounter.
June 29, 2026Could a heatwave make World Cup matches 'unsafe' this week?
Temperatures are expected to soar across parts of the US and Canada this week which could bring significant health impacts to some World Cup matches.
June 29, 2026Dutch royals enjoy two big results in one World Cup day
There may be about 5,000 miles between the Netherlands and their former colony Curacao but members of the Dutch royal family managed to see both sides play on Saturday.
June 21, 2026What is Helium-3 and could we get it from the moon?
Helium-3 is expensive and demand is forecast to soar, so some are planning to mine it on the moon.
June 16, 2026Japan battle back to draw 2-2 with Netherlands in Texas thriller - Reuters
Japan battle back to draw 2-2 with Netherlands in Texas thriller Reuters
June 14, 2026Germany cruise to 7-1 win over debutants Curacao in Houston - Reuters
Germany cruise to 7-1 win over debutants Curacao in Houston Reuters
June 14, 2026Keeper Neuer makes Germany return, Musiala in starting lineup against Curacao - Reuters
Keeper Neuer makes Germany return, Musiala in starting lineup against Curacao Reuters
June 14, 2026Beating the heat no problem for World Cup fans in sweltering Houston - Reuters
Beating the heat no problem for World Cup fans in sweltering Houston Reuters
June 13, 2026Cleveland's Harden arrested on gun charge
Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden is released from jail in Houston after being arrested on Saturday morning on a misdemeanour gun violation.
June 13, 2026Exxon Mobil set to place Alex Volkov as head of global trading, sources say - Reuters
Exxon Mobil set to place Alex Volkov as head of global trading, sources say Reuters
June 12, 2026What do Puerto Ricans think of the viral song about their homeland?
People from Puerto Rico reflect on how the catchy tune has attracted attention to where they live.
June 12, 2026Oil extends losses as Trump calls off planned strikes on Iran - Reuters
Oil extends losses as Trump calls off planned strikes on Iran Reuters
June 12, 2026Courtside candids: Celebrity row at the NBA Finals - Reuters
Courtside candids: Celebrity row at the NBA Finals Reuters
June 11, 2026Once an Arab oil embargo victim, US becomes world's top oil exporter - Reuters
Once an Arab oil embargo victim, US becomes world's top oil exporter Reuters
June 11, 2026Is England v Costa Rica storm delay a sign of things to come?
After England's game against Costa Rica was delayed by extreme weather, was that just a sign of things to come in the World Cup?
June 10, 2026ERock valued at $5.5 billion as energy firm's shares fall in NYSE debut - Reuters
ERock valued at $5.5 billion as energy firm's shares fall in NYSE debut Reuters
June 10, 2026Nasa reveals crew for Artemis III mission
The crew, who are all men, are scheduled to blast off in 2027 to test systems ahead of a planned Moon landing.
June 9, 2026Nasa names next astronauts for Artemis Moon programme
Nasa names its next Artemis crew, though they will not be walking on the Moon or even going anywhere near it.
June 9, 2026NASA to wear Prada as luxury group pushes into space industry - Reuters
NASA to wear Prada as luxury group pushes into space industry Reuters
June 7, 2026Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt
Russian attempt to repair tunnel area sparks safe-haven procedure for five other astronauts onboard.
June 5, 2026Take Five: Houston, we have an IPO - Reuters
Take Five: Houston, we have an IPO Reuters
June 5, 2026Kinder Morgan tops quarterly profit estimates amid rising natural gas demand - Reuters
Kinder Morgan tops quarterly profit estimates amid rising natural gas demand Reuters
April 22, 2026Tesla rolls out robotaxis in Dallas and Houston - Reuters
Tesla rolls out robotaxis in Dallas and Houston Reuters
April 18, 2026From blast off to splashdown: My days following Nasa's historic mission to the Moon
BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle reflects on how it felt to watch history being made.
April 11, 2026'It's a special thing to be on Planet Earth': Artemis crew welcomed home in Houston
The four astronauts flew around the Moon in a nine-day voyage that took them further from Earth than any humans in history.
April 11, 2026Iran talks, Artemis splashdown, Hungary elections - Reuters
Iran talks, Artemis splashdown, Hungary elections Reuters
April 11, 2026From Boston to Denver, US drivers cut back as Iran war pushes fuel costs higher - Reuters
From Boston to Denver, US drivers cut back as Iran war pushes fuel costs higher Reuters
April 11, 2026Artemis crew home safely after completing historic mission to the Moon
Four astronauts splashed down in the Pacific after a nine-day voyage that took them further from Earth than any humans.
April 11, 2026USA Rare Earth CEO defends Trump administration investment as congressional questions swirl - Reuters
USA Rare Earth CEO defends Trump administration investment as congressional questions swirl Reuters
April 10, 2026Artemis II astronauts hurtle home from moon toward splashdown - Reuters
Artemis II astronauts hurtle home from moon toward splashdown Reuters
April 10, 2026Artemis crew returning to Earth with 'all the good stuff' from Moon discoveries
The four astronauts said they were returning to Earth with "so many more pictures, so many more stories".
April 9, 2026Newlywed wife of US soldier freed by ICE after detention at military base
Annie Ramos, an undocumented immigrant who came to the US as a toddler, had gone to the base to complete paperwork so the couple could move in together.
April 7, 2026Artemis II astronauts capture stunning views of Earth and the moon on historic voyage - Reuters
Artemis II astronauts capture stunning views of Earth and the moon on historic voyage Reuters
April 6, 2026The 40 minutes when the Artemis crew loses contact with the Earth
As the astronauts pass behind the Moon they will experience a moment of silence and solitude as communication with the Earth is blocked.
April 5, 2026Artemis's stunning Moon pictures - science or holiday photos?
The story behind the beautiful pictures beamed back to Earth from the Artemis II astronauts.
April 5, 2026'Absolutely spectacular': Artemis II crew see first glimpse of far side of Moon
Astronauts on the Artemis II mission are on the third day of their journey around the far side of the Moon.
April 5, 2026Artemis II crew take 'spectacular' image of Earth
The snap was taken aboard the Orion capsule by its commander, Reid Wiseman, as the crew head towards the Moon.
April 3, 2026Bondi, Pentagon purge and toilet trouble in space - reuters.com
Bondi, Pentagon purge and toilet trouble in space reuters.com
April 3, 2026Artemis II leaves Earth's orbit on track for far side of the Moon
The mission's last, big push on its lunar journey takes humans out of the Earth's orbit for the first time since 1972.
April 3, 2026Near-term oil prices hit record premium over later deliveries after Trump vows more attacks on Iran - Reuters
Near-term oil prices hit record premium over later deliveries after Trump vows more attacks on Iran Reuters
April 2, 2026NASA set for first crewed moon return in over half a century - Reuters
NASA set for first crewed moon return in over half a century Reuters
March 30, 2026Major US airports return to normal as TSA workers get paid - Reuters
Major US airports return to normal as TSA workers get paid Reuters
March 30, 2026Inside Nasa's moon spacesuit lab ahead of Artemis launch
The Artemis II spacesuits are designed to protect the astronauts during launch and landing, as well as possible emergency scenarios.
March 30, 2026No Kings protests across the US rally against Donald Trump
The demonstrations against the Trump administration are set to sweep cities across the US on Saturday.
March 28, 2026House Republicans reject Senate deal, prolonging partial government shutdown
Airport security agents have not been paid in more than a month due to a congressional impasse, causing travel chaos across the US.
March 28, 2026Trump orders TSA agents paid after House rejects deal - Reuters
Trump orders TSA agents paid after House rejects deal Reuters
March 27, 2026Trump orders paycheques for TSA workers as Congress stalls and airport chaos grinds on
The late-night vote was a step towards bringing the 40-day partial shutdown - and long security lines at US airports - to an end.
March 27, 2026BBC journalist caught in travel chaos at Houston Airport
The airport is experiencing some of the longest delays in the US as TSA agents work without pay in a partial shutdown.
March 27, 2026US Senate approves DHS funding, but excludes ICE, Democrats' Schumer says - Reuters
US Senate approves DHS funding, but excludes ICE, Democrats' Schumer says Reuters
March 27, 2026Houston airport wait times reach over four hours amid US travel chaos
Nearly 40% of the security staff at the George Bush airport did not show up - the highest such rate in the country, US media report.
March 26, 2026'Helpful' and 'scary': Travellers react to ICE agents at airports
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been deployed to US airports to assist TSA during the partial government shutdown.
March 24, 2026ICE agents deploy to major US airports as security queues stretch for hours
Hundreds of ICE agents have been deployed to 14 airports, in cities including New York, Atlanta and Houston.
March 23, 2026Trump threatens to put ICE agents in airports over funding impasse - Reuters
Trump threatens to put ICE agents in airports over funding impasse Reuters
March 21, 2026US says airport delays will worsen as shutdown continues - Reuters
US says airport delays will worsen as shutdown continues Reuters
March 20, 2026US producer prices surge in February on services - Reuters
US producer prices surge in February on services Reuters
March 18, 2026Venezuelan opposition leader Machado to participate in Houston energy conference next week - Reuters
Venezuelan opposition leader Machado to participate in Houston energy conference next week Reuters
March 17, 2026Venezuela stun Japan to reach WBC semi-finals, Italy eliminate Puerto Rico - Reuters
Venezuela stun Japan to reach WBC semi-finals, Italy eliminate Puerto Rico Reuters
March 15, 2026US Senate fails to end standoff over funding Homeland Security, airport screening - Reuters
US Senate fails to end standoff over funding Homeland Security, airport screening Reuters
March 12, 2026US airport security lines worsen as missed paycheck looms for screeners - Reuters
US airport security lines worsen as missed paycheck looms for screeners Reuters
March 9, 2026Thousands face long queues at airports in Houston and New Orleans
The delays come amid increased spring travel and limited security personnel during a partial US government shutdown.
March 8, 2026Surge in jet fuel prices could push up air fares, analysts warn
Disruption to supplies from the Gulf due to the Middle East conflict has pushed the cost up by more than 80%.
March 6, 2026Key takeaways from Texas primaries, as Talarico beats Crockett in Democratic race
Contests in the southern state are signalling which way the Republicans and Democrats are heading.
March 4, 2026Investors, US crude producers scramble to lock in oil price spike - Reuters
Investors, US crude producers scramble to lock in oil price spike Reuters
March 3, 2026Exxon to send team to Venezuela in a few weeks, executive says - Reuters
Exxon to send team to Venezuela in a few weeks, executive says Reuters
March 3, 2026Trump's Asian allies fear Iran war will sap defences against China - Reuters
Trump's Asian allies fear Iran war will sap defences against China Reuters
March 3, 2026Apple says some Mac Mini production will move to the US
The technology giant had pledged to increase investment in the US by $600bn, under pressure from Trump.
February 24, 2026Texas lawmaker urged to resign over alleged affair with staffer
Members of both parties want the three-term congressman, who exchanged racy texts with an aide who later died, to step down. He has denied an affair.
February 24, 2026Apple shareholders reject call for report on China manufacturing risks - Reuters
Apple shareholders reject call for report on China manufacturing risks Reuters
February 24, 2026Apple to shift some Mac Mini production to Houston from Asia, WSJ reports - Reuters
Apple to shift some Mac Mini production to Houston from Asia, WSJ reports Reuters
February 24, 2026Nasa astronauts' moon mission likely to be delayed due to rocket issue
The mission to the far side of the Moon and back will likely be postponed after problems with were spotted with its rocket, a Nasa official said.
February 21, 2026Law firms gird for tariff refund fight after Supreme Court ruling - Reuters
Law firms gird for tariff refund fight after Supreme Court ruling Reuters
February 20, 2026Nasa targets early March to send humans back around the Moon
Nasa sets the launch date following a successful "wet dress rehearsal" of the Artemis II mission.
February 20, 2026Oil heads for first weekly gain in three as US-Iran tensions brew - Reuters
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February 20, 2026Nasa boss says Boeing Starliner failure one of worst in its history
The agency released a critical report that puts the Starliner incident at same mistake level assigned to the fatal Columbia and Challenger shuttle disasters.
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