Texas A&M
Coverage of Texas A&M in the Nexus archive.
- How 2 Texas Lawsuits Could Tee Up a National Fight Over Academic Freedom
The AAUP has filed lawsuits against Texas A&M and Texas Tech, concerning questions of academic freedom. These suits could bring issues regarding academic freedom to the "unpredictable" Fifth Circuit. The article notes that the Fifth Circuit has not yet weighed in on this issue.
- Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire says USC, Texas A&M and NC State all turned down scheduling requests
Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire reported that major programs such as USC, Texas A&M, and NC State have refused to honor non-conference scheduling requests for the Red Raiders. This situation highlights a dispute over strength of schedule metrics, leading criticism regarding how these large schools critique smaller ones for perceived weak schedules. The article suggests this unwillingness to play Tech complicates their ability to criticize the program's scheduling choices.
- Record beef prices are minting fortunes for ranchers—but straining the American farmers who fatten their cattle
Beef prices have surged due to record high demand coupled with a severe shortage of cattle supply, which is the smallest since 1951. Cow-calf ranchers are benefiting significantly from these tight supplies by hiking feeder calf prices, while other sectors like feedlot farmers struggle with slimming margins and rising input costs. The low inventory is attributed to factors such as severe droughts and the spread of flesh-eating screwworms limiting imports.
- Kentucky general manager Pat Biondo steps down after 7 months on the job with the Wildcats
Kentucky general manager Pat Biondo announced his departure after seven months with the Wildcats, citing personal reasons. He joined the team following new coach Will Stein from Oregon and previously held roles at Oregon, Texas A&M, and West Virginia.
- The quest to keep organs alive outside the body
Researchers have successfully preserved pig kidneys at −4 °C for days using supercooling and later reimplanted them. This advancement, part of a broader effort to extend organ viability, aims to address donor shortages by enabling longer storage and better matching. Cryopreservation challenges persist due to ice crystal damage, though some studies show potential for preserving brain tissue.
- Panthers 2nd-year linebacker tears ACL on 1st day of training camp
Carolina Panthers linebacker Nic Scourton tore his ACL on the first day of training camp, likely missing the season. Scourton, a second-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, started eight games as a rookie with 47 tackles and five sacks. The Panthers also face injuries to Jacyee Horn and Taylor Moton, impacting their defense.
- Rising professional boxer killed by vehicle while riding her bicycle in rural Texas
Hannah Rapp, a 26-year-old professional boxer with an 8-0-1 record, was killed when Charles Medina, 31, reversed his vehicle into her while she cycled in rural Texas. Medina was arrested and charged with manslaughter, with a $250,000 bail set.
- Boxer Hannah ‘Hanarchy’ Rapp dies after being struck by car while cycling
Boxer Hannah 'Hanarchy' Rapp was killed after being struck by a car while cycling in Brazos County, Texas. The driver, Charles Medina, reversed his vehicle and hit her after passing two cyclists, leading to his arrest and manslaughter charges.
- Boxer Hannah ‘Hanarchy’ Rapp dies after being struck by car while cycling
Boxer Hannah 'Hanarchy' Rapp died after being struck by a car while cycling in Brazos County, Texas. Driver Charles Medina, 31, was arrested and charged with manslaughter following the crash. Rapp, 26, was a boxer who balanced training with her job at Texas A&M.
- Boxer Hannah ‘Hanarchy’ Rapp dies after being struck by car while cycling
Boxer Hannah 'Hanarchy' Rapp, 26, was killed after being struck by a car while cycling in Brazos County, Texas. The driver, Charles Medina, 31, was arrested and charged with manslaughter. Rapp worked at Texas A&M and a GoFundMe has been created to support her family.
- What you need to know about the flesh-eating New World screwworm
The New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been confirmed in the United States, with cases in New Mexico and Texas affecting animals including cattle, dogs, and goats. The larvae infest wounds in living animals and humans, causing severe health risks and potentially raising grocery prices due to economic impacts on livestock.
- What you need to know about the flesh-eating New World screwworm
The New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been confirmed in the U.S., affecting animals in New Mexico and Texas. Larvae burrow into wounds of livestock, pets, and humans, causing severe infections. Officials warn of potential economic impacts through higher grocery prices if the infestation spreads.
- What you need to know about the flesh-eating New World screwworm
The New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been confirmed in the U.S. in New Mexico and Texas, affecting animals including a dog, cattle, and a goat. The larvae infest wounds in living animals, posing risks to livestock, pets, and humans, with potential economic impacts from higher grocery prices.
- What you need to know about the flesh-eating New World screwworm
The New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, has been confirmed in the U.S., with cases reported in New Mexico and Texas affecting livestock, pets, and wildlife. The larvae infest wounds, posing life-threatening risks and potentially causing economic impacts through higher grocery prices.