Texas Fortifies Power Grid with Stringent New Reliability Standards AUSTIN, TX – In a significant move aimed at bolstering the resilience of the state’s power infrastructure, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) today unveiled a series of stricter grid reliability standards. These new regulations, officially approved by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC),…
May 2025 is poised to deliver a robust and varied selection of new film titles to streaming platforms, offering audiences a diverse range of genres from highly anticipated sequels and action-adventure epics to tense slashers and critically acclaimed Oscar-winning features. The month sees significant additions across major services, including Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Peacock, and…
As May 2025 arrives, the landscape of digital entertainment is poised for a significant expansion, with major streaming platforms rolling out a diverse array of new series, films, and returning favorites. Viewers navigating the crowded market will find a wealth of options across prominent services including Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Max, Peacock, and Apple TV+….
Texas State BBQ Championship Set to Ignite Waco with Innovation and Tradition Waco, TX – The aroma of slow-smoked perfection will once again fill the air over Central Texas as the 2025 Texas State BBQ Championship is officially scheduled to take place on May 17th and 18th. This highly anticipated event, a cornerstone of the…
ERCOT Report Signals Potential Grid Strain in Summer 2025 A new assessment from the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) casts a cautious outlook on the state’s power grid reliability for the summer of 2025, indicating potentially tighter conditions than previously projected, particularly under scenarios involving extreme heat. The report, titled the Summer 2025 Seasonal…
A significant heatwave swept across Texas in May 2025, posing an early and substantial challenge to the state’s power grid and sending electricity prices surging. The unusual intensity of the heat for the month led forecasters and grid operators to anticipate the establishment of a new peakload record for May, highlighting the impact of extreme…
Hollywood Negotiations Intensify as AMPTP Acknowledges IATSE Demands Los Angeles, CA — The intricate and often high-stakes landscape of Hollywood labor relations is entering a critical phase. The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP), the collective bargaining representative for major studios, streamers, and production companies, has formally acknowledged receipt and reviewed the comprehensive…
Tech Giant GlobalTech Announces Major Austin Expansion Austin, Texas – GlobalTech, a prominent international technology corporation, today unveiled ambitious plans for a substantial expansion of its operational footprint in Austin, Texas. The company has committed to a significant investment of $2.5 billion over the next five years to fuel this growth initiative. The multi-faceted project…
Texas Senate Poised for Heated Debate on Education Savings Accounts After Committee Approval Austin, TX — Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), a comprehensive piece of legislation addressing both school finance and the introduction of education savings accounts, has successfully navigated its initial legislative hurdle, securing passage from the Senate Education Committee on April 28th. This…
Global Manufacturing Corp. Announces Landmark $300M Investment and Job Creation in San Antonio San Antonio, Texas – Global Manufacturing Corp., a leading international player in its sector, announced today a significant strategic investment aimed at substantially expanding its operational footprint in San Antonio. The company detailed plans to inject approximately $300 million into its existing…
