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2026 FIFA World Cup: Houston to find out which matches it will host five-week international soccer championship
SUMMARY: Houston will find out which matches it will host for the 2026 FIFA World Cup during an official announcement on Sunday afternoon. The city was announced as one of 16 host cities and will likely have five to eight matches, but not the semifinals or finals. The tournament is expanding from 32 to 48 teams, with 104 matches in total. Local organizers are excited about being part of sports history, but FIFA keeps the match details a closely guarded secret. Houston will also host events like the FIFA Fan Fest and watch parties for the first three weeks of the tournament. The official announcement will take place Sunday at 2 p.m. CT, with a public gathering to watch the announcement.
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Damage from Houston storms: 54 Houston ISD schools closed today due to storm damage and power outages
SUMMARY: Houston ISD is working to reopen schools after a destructive storm, but challenges persist. On Sunday, HISD listed schools set to reopen on Monday, assuring they would have power, cooling systems, and food service. Yet, some campuses faced issues: Heights High School canceled classes due to air conditioning problems, Lamar High School dismissed students early due to a gas leak, and Reynolds Elementary also faced cooling issues. Scarborough High School remained without power. Significant damage was reported at Sinclair, Pugh, Robinson, and Paige elementary schools. HISD and the Houston Food Bank are assisting families with food distributions.
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Leaky pipes and irrigation runoff responsible for up to 90% of Austin creek’s flow
SUMMARY: Austin’s Waller Creek remains lush due to leaky pipes providing a steady water supply, especially beneficial to Bald Cypress Trees. Research led by University of Texas Professor Jay Banner revealed that up to 90% of the creek’s flow consists of leaking drinking water, wastewater, and irrigation runoff. The study compared the growth of Cypress Trees on Waller Creek and Onion Creek, finding those on Waller Creek thrive even during droughts, benefiting from the consistent water flow. Banner points out that while the leaks have advantages for the trees, the broader implications of water waste must be addressed by local authorities.
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Why stress impacts health and ways to manage it: Scientists seek to uncover the secrets to stress and stress management
SUMMARY: National Geographic’s “TAKE YOUR TIME” campaign, launched during Mental Health Awareness Month, encourages audiences to slow down and focus on self-care. The June 2024 issue features insights from contributor Yudhijit Bhattacharjee on how stress affects our lives and the science behind managing it. Highlighting the importance of early intervention, Bhattacharjee explains that chronic stress in infancy can cause significant developmental issues. Stress management is vital at all ages to prevent health problems. Experts suggest meditation and hobbies to counter stress. National Geographic invites readers to explore the science of stress and self-care methods in this issue and online.
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