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But experts say it "will never be possible."

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Exclusive: Enron's CEO defends nuclear 'Egg' reactor, talks brand revival and possible crypto future

In an exclusive interview with the Houston Chronicle, Enron CEO Connor Gaydos asked that people look past the limitations — be they in the form of regulations or physics — and embrace the impossible.

 

 

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Photo by: Lola Gomez, TNS Houston landlords added to DOJ's lawsuit over alleged rent-price fixing scheme The U.S. is accusing several Houston-area landlords of artificially inflating rents using the RealPage's algorithms. Here's how much the White House claims Houston landlords are overcharging.

 

Photo by: Yi-Chin Lee, Staff Photographer Texas fans are begging Ted Cruz to call off his Cotton Bowl bet with J.D. Vance If you believe in a Ted Cruz curse, does it go into effect when he has a bet on the game? Texas fans are concerned that it does.

 

Photo by: Photo Collage Who is playing Houston Rodeo 2025? We have guesses, including Beyoncé and a Selena tribute. Could Beyoncé be the ultimate wild card in the RodeoHouston 2025 lineup? Hear me out, writes Houston Chronicle music columnist Joey Guerra.

 

Photo by: Christine Nguyen Viet-Cajun favorite Crawfish Cafe expands with three new pho restaurants Pho Prime, a fast-casual concept with a build-your-own option for the classic Vietnamese noodle soup, is already open in Shenandoah-The Woodlands with locations coming to the Galleria and Pearland.

 

Photo by: DAVID J. PHILLIP, Associated Press Houston Comets 2.0? Cynthia Cooper, Van Chancellor support Tilman Fertitta's WNBA bid. Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta is bidding on a WNBA expansion franchise. Comets legend Cynthia Cooper, Comets coach Van Chancellor and ESPN analyst Chiney Ogwumike are all lending their support.

 

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Girl Scout Cookie season started Tuesday, but you can't order yet in Houston. Here's why.

Tuesday marked the official start of Girl Scout Cookie season nationally, but you won't be able to get your favorites in Houston just yet.

 

 

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Photo by: Ethan Swope, AP Wildfires latest: 2 people killed and over 1,000 structures destroyed, per LA fire chief Thousands of firefighters are battling at least three separate blazes, from the Pacific Coast inland to Pasadena.

 

Photo by: Michael Paulsen, Houston Chronicle Former longtime Houston Texans running backs coach Chick Harris dead at 79 Chick Harris was an NFL assistant coach for 33 years, including 12 seasons with the Houston Texans.

 

Photo by: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer Texans mailbag: Will Bobby Slowik be back? As the Texans head into their playoff opener, beat reporter Jonathan M. Alexander answers questions about the coaching staff's future as well as Saturday's game vs. the Chargers.

 

Photo by: Roka Akor Roka Akor announces closure of Houston location after 8-year run The restaurant was known for its Japanese wagyu selections, its fresh fish flown in daily and craft cocktails.

 

Photo by: Howard Hughes Holdings Montgomery County commissioners rescind name of new library and community center Montgomery County commissioners have rescinded the name of the county's new library and community center in the Grogan's Mill Village Center.

 

Photo by: Jason Fochtman, Staff Photographer Houston doctor suspended after positive cocaine test The Texas Medical Board said the doctor's "continuation in the practice of medicine poses a continuing threat to public welfare."

 

Photo by: Jason Fochtman, Staff Photographer Here's when the 'Wolf Moon' will peak in Texas This lunar event will make its debut as the moon sits on the opposite side of the Earth from the sun and passes in front of Mars.

 

Chris Shelton, Audience producer chris.shelton@houstonchronicle.com

 

 

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