Scientists from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley collected several specimens of the Australian redclaw crayfish (Cherax quadricarinatus) in the Brownsville area this year, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) said in a statement. Between January and February, the researchers collected three specimens from an apartment complex pond that connects to a nearby resaca—bodies of water found in parts of Cameron County that are former channels of the Rio Grande....

Just look at Europe. Its energy crisis has been aggravated by policy choices designed to stifle investment in fossil fuel projects. The predictable results have been record-high energy prices, blackouts and economic dislocation. We are seeing similar signs of chronic underinvestment here. Look no further than one of our biggest banks. Citigroup said earlier this year that it “will not provide financial services” for coal-fired power plants any longer....

Mixed doubles in curling, mass start in speed skating, nations team event in alpine skiing and big air in snowboarding have all been added to the program for the showpiece event in South Korea. MORE: Oscar Pistorius recommended for August release | New record for most kilometers cycled in an hour Events and disciplines can be included or removed up to three years before the games as per IOC rules and the new additions will be held in both men’s and women’s competitions....

Daniel Alfredo Burleson, 20, of Des Moines, was arrested by Johnson County Sheriff’s Office deputies on the morning of October 11, the Iowa City Press-Citizen first reported. When he was approached, he was holding an alcoholic drink in his hand and admitted to consuming a “mixed drink containing vodka,” an arrest report says. A seemingly intoxicated Burleson was confronted inside the Airliner Bar at about 1: 30 a.m., deputies said....

How much time will Ferentz use to address that to a 9-0 team in the driver’s seat in the Big Ten West Division heading into Saturday’s matchup against Minnesota? MORE: College Football Playoff questions | Clemson stays No. 1 | SN’s rankings “Probably about 30 seconds,” Ferentz said on the Big Ten teleconference Tuesday. “I don’t mean that in a disrespectful way, but for players or coaches to be really looking at it or thinking about it right now, I don’t see what the value in it is....

Here’s all the betting information you need to make your pick. MORE: Iowa vs. Stanford by the numbers | SN’s bowl picks Line: Stanford -6 Total: 53. Stanford has moved between -6 and -6.5 at most shops, but has not gone to -7. Check out our live odds page for up-to-the-minute numbers from Las Vegas. Trends Iowa: 12-1 straight-up, 7-5 against the spread, 7-5-1 over/under. Stanford: 11-2 SU, 9-4 ATS, 7-6 O/U....

Kataib Hezbollah, a member of the Popular Mobilization Forces collective of Iraqi state-sponsored militias, issued a statement Thursday warning that “the occupation forces must bear the consequences of their illegal presence on the land of dear Iraq” after the Katyusha rocket attack on Wednesday. The strike killed two U.S. service members and a British soldier, while also wounding others, at the Taji military camp north of Baghdad. The group blamed the enemy’s “disregard for the will and the dignity of the Iraqi people....

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei railed against Israel’s “malicious behavior” after the country’s security forces stormed the sacred Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem on Friday, interrupting worshippers at a time of already heightened tensions stemming from attempts by Israelis to expel Palestinians from the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood. Temperatures have since boiled over, with groups such as Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad firing rockets against Israel and the Israel Defense Forces conducting airstrikes on the Gaza Strip in some of the worst violence between the two sides in years....

British warship HMS Montrose reportedly chased the small Iranian craft away from the British Heritage tanker. The vessel trained its guns on the assailants, but the Iranian crews heeded verbal warnings and backed off before warning shots were fired. Speaking on the condition of anonymity, a U.S. official said the Iranian action “was harassment and an attempt to interfere with the passage,” according to Reuters. But the IRGC naval forces public relations department released a statement disputing the reports....

Major General Mohammad Hossein Bagheri said Thursday that Iran stands ready to defend itself against any kind of action, according to The Tehran Times. Bagheri warned U.S. leaders that “ill will against our country’s security” or the slightest move against Tehran would prompt “our fiercest reactions.” Bagheri also said his forces are “closely monitoring the activities and moves of Americans” in the Persian Gulf region. Tensions between Tehran and Washington have remained high throughout Trump’s time in office....

At a cabinet session Wednesday, Rouhani told ministers that the U.S. “maximum pressure” approach on Iran had been dealt a “humiliating” defeat by the resilient regime in Tehran. Rouhani—a moderate whose term ends this coming summer—said Iran would now look to build closer ties with other regional nations. The president said Trump has been an “obstacle” to such efforts over the past four years, according to the state-run Press TV....

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, who was recently blacklisted by the U.S. for speaking on behalf of his government, highlighted Tehran’s ongoing outreach to neighbors at a time when President Donald Trump sought to sever the Islamic Republic’s external ties through economic and diplomatic restrictions. As tensions rose in the Persian Gulf region, most countries have called for de-escalation rather than U.S.-style “maximum pressure” against Iran. Zarif also referenced China and Russia’s going opposition to how the U....

FULL TIME: Iran 1-1 Portugal. Portugal escape during a controversial game where Iran had their chances to eliminate the Euro 2016 champions. Portugal looked weak as they did many times in France in 2016 where they went on to win the tournament so don’t write them off yet. 90+4 Mins: Taremi puts it into the side netting for Iran! My word, that could have been history as, from close range, he squeezes his shot the wrong side of the left post....

Speaking to CBS’ Lesley Stahl in a 60 Minutes interview that aired Sunday, Raisi responded that there are “some signs” that it happened. He did not definitively say that he believes the Holocaust occurred, instead calling for the matter to be looked into further. “If so, they should allow it to be investigated and researched,” he added. “So you’re not sure. I’m getting that you’re not sure,” Stahl responded, and Raisi did not correct her before she moved onto her next question....

Iranians looked with guarded hope on the prospects of a change in the U.S. administration, which under Donald Trump has meant crushing economic sanctions and constant threats of war. “Needless to say, Trump, both in his personality and his Iran policies, are not much appreciated here,” Ali Ahmadi, a Tehran-based researcher and analyst focused on U.S. foreign policy towards the Middle East, told Newsweek. It’s been some five years since Iranians took to the streets in support of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), popularly known in America as the Iran nuclear deal....

Meanwhile, a lawyer for Daniel Sudnick, formerly the top U.S. telecom expert in Iraq, last week confirmed that his client had complained to the Pentagon inspector general that Shaw tried to interfere with specifications for a new phone network for Iraqi emergency services to ensure that a group with connections in Ireland and Alaska receives a piece of the pie. Sudnick’s lawyer says his client was bullied and threatened by Shaw....

Developing a new system and technical glitches caused delays in sending $1,200 payments out after former President Donald Trump signed the Coronavirus, Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Payments went out much faster for the second round of relief, but some were concerned that a new administration combined with the IRS being in the middle of tax season could delay delivery of $1,400 stimulus checks. That proved not to be the case as people started seeing payments deposited into their accounts the day after President Joe Biden signed the American Rescue Package....

The concern for the rest of the Bachelor schedule comes after CBS halted production on two shows: Survivor and The Amazing Race. Other industries have taken giant precautions to eliminate spreading the flu-like virus, including the NBA, NHL and NBL, all of which have temporarily put their seasons on hold. Here’s everything we know about the future of Bachelor’s upcoming shows, and if they’ll still air. Bachelor Presents: Listen To Your Heart The next upcoming Bachelor spinoff is new in 2020....

But why harp on a potentially harrowing future when we can enjoy living right now in the present while reflecting on the good times of the past? Here’s to hoping that’s the vibe on Saturday’s show, especially since a fan favorite is returning as show host for the millionth time. So, let’s get to it. All the info you need to know about the upcoming episode of SNL is rounded up for your ease and comfort below....