Fifth Third Bank to go from zero to dozens of Houston-area branches with Comerica deal, new openings

After gaining a local presence with a $10.9 billion acquisition, a major Midwest bank could soon have the fifth-most branches in the Houston market — up from zero currently.
Henry Herald

Google overhauls its Maps app, adding in more AI features to help people get around

Google Maps will depend more heavily on artificial intelligence to help people figure out where they want to go and the best ...

LDS Church affiliate wants TIF for $2.3B Pioneer Crossing master plan in Northland

TIF could help turn "a horrible piece of property on a great location" into a $2.3 billion mixed-use development in KC's ...
The Caledonian-RecordOpinion

Constant technology changes throw seniors a curve – and add to caregivers’ load

As devices get smarter, families and communities bear a heavier burden of technology caregiving for older adults.
The Register-Herald

Damage to historical sites in Iran raises alarm about war's impact on protected places

U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran have damaged at least four cultural and historical sites across Iran. Experts and advocates have raised alarm about the impact of the widening war ...
InfoWorld

First look: Electrobun for TypeScript-powered desktop apps

Powered by the TypesScript-native runtime Bun, Electrobun improves Electron with a smaller application footprint and built-in ...
The Register-Herald

NWSL to award its 18th franchise this year, with team expected to begin play in 2028

National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner Jessica Berman said the league will award its 18th franchise this year, with the team to begin play in 2028. The NWSL announced in November ...