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US Navy Admits Aircrew Drew Penis In the Sky

In case there was any doubt, the US Navy has confirmed that there is "zero training value" in drawing penises in the sky. Navy officials were faced with an unusual controversy after residents of Okanogan County, Washington noticed a sky drawing many said looked like male genitalia on Thursday.

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Tesla's $200,000 Roadster Will Need More Than Record-breaking Speed

Tesla's new Roadster has some impressive numbers. But with a price on par with a Bentley or Aston Martin, the question is, can it deliver on the kind of luxury and drivability those buyers expect? That's going to take a lot more than just sternum-cracking acceleration.

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Jesse Jackson Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease

Civil rights activist the Rev. Jesse Jackson said Friday that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. A neurological disorder with no cure, Parkinson's can cause tremors, stiffness and difficulty balancing, walking and coordinating movement.

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“Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut” by Derrick Barnes, illustrated by Gordon C. James

“Lookin’ great, man!” Those three words can make you feel ten feet tall. You want to strut when someone says you’re fly because it’s true. You are, and in “Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut” by Derrick Barnes, illustrated by Gordon C. James, you’ll see it happen.

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Macy’s Wows with Incredible Deals on the Perfect Gift During Black Friday and Cyber Week

The holidays are a time when Macy’s truly shines. As the season gets underway, Macy’s is excited to bring customers the special experiences they look forward to all year – holiday traditions at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®, Black Friday and Cyber Week shopping, Christmas tree lightings across the country, and the beloved Believe campaign where millions of children send their letters to Santa.

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Strahan Returns to Houston to Show Harvey Recovery Efforts

Michael Strahan returned to Houston with his Good Morning America fam to show the recovery efforts in the city since Hurricane Harvey. Strahan is partnering with Rebuilding Together Houston to help them with their goal of restoring 1,000 damaged homes hit hard by Hurricane Harvey.

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee to Receive UNCF’s Excellence in Education Award

Honorary Chair Melanie Gray and longtime supporters and this year’s Gala Chairs, Diana and Elijah White, will join more than 500 guests at the 29th annual UNCF “A Mind Is…” Gala in Houston on November 18th at the Hilton Americas Hotel.

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Texas Girl's Whataburger Quinceanera Wins the Internet

Her name is Evelyn Lopez Terrazas, but after her quinceañera on Saturday, her friends are calling her the "Whataburger Model."

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St. John’s UMC and Beyonce’s BeyGood Partner to Host Royal Feast Benefitting Hurricane Harvey Disaster Relief

Thousands of homes destroyed. Businesses turned upside down. Lives lost. Destruction was at every turn. In the midst of all the turmoil, magic happened. Neighbors began helping neighbors. Everyday citizens became heroes. First responders pushed past their limits. Everyone was in overdrive. Hurricane Harvey came to cause harm but only made Houston stronger.

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Happier, Healthier Holidays

The holidays are filled with temptations and opportunities to over-indulge, and if you’re managing your health and weight, the season can feel anything but merry.

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Jordin Sparks Is Married and Pregnant

"American Idol" alum Jordin Sparks has been keeping secrets. The 27-year-old singer revealed to People that she's been secretly married since July and is expecting her first child.

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What Makes the Perfect Road Trip for African American Families?

In time for holiday travel, Chevrolet and Harris Poll asked parents about road trips and what makes them great. The holiday season can be stressful – celebrations and parties, cooking, gift shopping and much, much more. Getting there does not have to be the worst part.

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Art, Beats, and Lyrics Brings Entertainment and Dollars to Aid Ongoing Relief Efforts

It's a vibe! Art, Beats & Lyrics presented by Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey brought its talents to Houston! The traveling lifestyle experience was hosted by Minute Maid Park, home of our World Series champions; The Houston Astros. The event featured visual masterpieces as well as interactive talents, technology and more from renowned artist across the country. Couple that with some live DJ's including Houston's own DJ Big Reeks of The Waxaholics, a headlining set from the legendary, hip-hop producer and DJ: Mannie Fresh; and a donation to benefit devastated Hurricane Harvey areas and you have captured the essence of AB+L.

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New State-of-the-Art Adult Day Activity and Health Services Opens to Serve Local Area

In partnership with the City of Houston, Andrew and Demonica Johnson of Johnson & Johnson Day Activity and Health Services, invites Houston and Fort Bend communities to the opening of their new state-of-art adult daycare and senior activity center on November 2, 2017.

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HS Golf Coach Resigns After Racist Tweets to Black NASCAR Driver Darrell Wallace Jr.

A Cambridge High School golf coach, Brent Nottestad, resigned, after sending racist tweets to Darrell “Bubba” Wallace Jr., who next season will become the first full-time African-American NASCAR Cup driver since 1971.

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Garcia and Walle Enter Race After Green’s Retirement to Be First Hispanic in Congress

The race to replace Congressman Gene Green has already begun. Green has represented Texas’ majority Hispanic 29thdistrict for nearly a quarter century. State Senator Sylvia Garcia is making her second run for the Democratic nomination. She ran in the district’s first primary in 1992.

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On A Mission: Souper Bowl of Caring Holds Annual Fundraiser and Awards Luncheon

Who knew that in 1990, before Super Bowl 24 was played by the San Francisco 49ers and Denver Broncos, that an organization designed around young people to help fight hunger, poverty, and homelessness in the United States would be started by a small but powerful prayer?

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Lupita Nyong'o Says Magazine 'edited' Her Hair In Cover Photo

Lupita Nyong'o was excited to be on the cover of Grazia UK magazine. Until she saw the cover

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Joe Jackson's Odd Message to Blanket

The Jackson family patriarch's well wishes for one of his grandsons has left fans scratching their heads. Joe Jackson tweeted a video message Monday to Blanket, the 15-year-old son of the late Michael Jackson.

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Childbirth Is Killing Black Women In the US, And Here's Why

Women in the United States are more likely to die from childbirth- or pregnancy-related causes than other women in the developed world, and half of those deaths may be preventable, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC's pregnancy mortality surveillance system was implemented in 1986 to track maternal deaths.

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