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May 30, 2016
Texas City, Struggling With Floods, Considers Whom to Blame

Last week, group of Houston residents sued city over commercial development projects they allege were approved without requiring measures to deal with stormwater
May 27, 2016
Flood Threat in Houston is One Faced Around the World

As sea levels rise and storms grow more intense, crowded urban areas worldwide will be vulnerable to disasters
May 23, 2016
For Many US Veterans, the Vietnam War Continues

More than 40 years after it ended, war in Vietnam and America’s role in it continue to provoke bitter debate, especially among those who fought in it
May 18, 2016
Rise in Death Rate of US White Women Worries Health Experts

Continuation of trend could produce even wider gap between white women and other demographic groups, where life expectancy is up or stable
May 11, 2016
US Investigators: Deadly 2013 Fertilizer Explosion Deliberately Set

Investigators say no arrests have been made in massive explosion at West Fertilizer Company in small town of West, Texas, and do not name any suspects
May 05, 2016
Energy Lacking at Annual Offshore Oil Conference

The slump in oil prices that began in 2014 has taken a toll on the industry but all express confidence it will end eventually
April 28, 2016
Vietnam War Debate Continues 50 Years Later

The Vietnam War experience continues to roil American sensibilities, more than 40 years later, and that could be seen Wednesday at the Vietnam War Summit at the LBJ Presidential Library on the campus of the University of Texas in Austin.
April 28, 2016
Vietnam War Debate Continues 50 Years Later

A Vietnam War Summit held at the LBJ Presidential Library discussed the price paid by many of those who served in the conflict, as well as the transformation in US-Vietnam relations since
April 22, 2016
Crawfish Season Celebrated in Texas

Each year, from March through June, a small crustacean that thrives in the wetlands of Louisiana and Texas brings people together to sing, dance and eat. Crawfish, or crayfish, are a very popular food with Gulf Coast residents. VOA’s Greg Flakus reports from the annual Brazoria County Crawfish Festival, south of Houston
April 22, 2016
Crawfish Season Celebrated in Texas

Small-town community fair centers around tasty little red crustaceans and mix of traditional music; ‘It just means fun,’ says one festival organizer
April 20, 2016
Houston Struggles to Recover From Flooding

Houston-area residents try to copy with damage, financial difficulties caused by recent heavy rain and flooding.
April 20, 2016
More Rain Hampers Flood Recovery in Texas

At least 8 people have died as a result of flooding that followed heavy rains beginning late Sunday; rescue crews have saved more than 1,200 stranded people
April 18, 2016
Heavy Rains Cause Flooding in Texas

Houston mayor asks residents to be patient as hundreds of people are rescued and more rain is expected into Tuesday
April 12, 2016
Wacky and Colorful Vehicles Roll Through Houston

On April 9th Houston held its 29th annual Art Car Parade. VOA's Greg Flakus was there.
April 07, 2016
Virtual Reality at the Movies

New technologies promise new experiences
April 07, 2016
New Technology Aims to Change Movie-Watching

Virtual reality, other innovations vie to make experience more exciting, immersive
April 06, 2016
Trade Pacts Under Scrutiny in 2016 US Presidential Race

Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders have sought to make the case that free-trade agreements haven't proved to be a net benefit for US
April 06, 2016
Documentary Examines US Soldier Who Stole Priceless Art

Joe Meador stole art from a site in Germany and kept it with him in Texas until he died 35 years later
April 02, 2016
Villanova, North Carolina Advance to College Basketball's Championship Game

Winners will meet Monday for the tournament title; Houston welcomes the competition — and the economic boost it brings
April 02, 2016
College Basketball's Final Four a Festive Event

Basketball teams from the University of North Carolina, the University of Oklahoma, Syracuse University and Villanova University are in Houston for the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s annual college basketball championship, now at the stage known as the Final Four. Two semifinal games Saturday night precede Monday's championship contest in Houston, where the influx of fans has created a festive mood. VOA's Greg Flakus reports.

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