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Todd Bridges doesn’t think there will ever be another Gary Coleman

Actor Gary Coleman was 42 when he died following a brain hemorrhage in 2010, but most people remember him as a child star who found fame on the hit comedy “Diff’rent Strokes.”

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Parental stress is a significant public health issue, surgeon general says in new advisory

Parents in the United States are overwhelmed and burned out with the “dizzying pace” of the world, and it’s a public health concern, according to a surgeon general’s advisory released Wednesday that calls for shifts in policy and cultural norms.

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Adam Sandler tells Travis Kelce his Swiftie family wholeheartedly approves of him dating Taylor Swift

As long as Travis Kelce keeps making his girlfriend Taylor Swift laugh, Adam Sandler and his family will keep cheering them on.

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Navy considers sidelining supply ships due to staffing shortages: Reports

Family and friends of crew members on the USNS Supply were eager to get on board and greet their loved ones when the ship returned to Naval Station Norfolk in July after an eight-month deployment.

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‘I can’t stand his voice’: A tribute to the most biting barbs made by the battling Oasis brothers

There have been some pretty incendiary public family feuds through the decades, but none more infamous than that of Liam and Noel Gallagher, the brothers behind ’90s Britpop band Oasis.

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‘How cute is that?’ Aryna Sabalenka meets her ‘mini me’ at the US Open

No, you weren’t seeing double at the US Open. Aryna Sabalenka had a solid day on the tennis court Wednesday in New York, defeating Lucia Bronzetti 6-3, 6-1 in just over an hour.

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Fresh controversy brews over Trump’s Arlington National Cemetery visit

Former President Donald Trump’s campaign stirred new controversy this week during a visit to Arlington National Cemetery that was intended to draw attention to the chaotic US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021.

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One of Mongolia’s best-kept secrets looks more like Greece than a remote lake in Asia

Traveling to western Mongolia’s Khyargas Lake from capital Ulaanbaatar isn’t for the faint of heart. The drive is roughly 1,800 kilometers (about 1,118 miles), which can take anywhere from one to three days to cover, depending on how comfortable you are behind the wheel on this country’s challenging roads.

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Texas megachurch faces exodus of worshippers after a sex abuse scandal set off a summer of turmoil

Summer was off to a tumultuous start when allegations of child sexual abuse surfaced on a blog dedicated to Christian survivor stories. This time, the man involved had gone on to lead one of America’s largest megachurches.

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What to know about West Nile virus, the illness that sickened Dr. Anthony Fauci

When Dr. Anthony Fauci became infected with West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne disease, it was so severe that he had to be hospitalized.

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Giants rookie to wear first ever retired jersey number in NFL history – almost 90 years later after it was initially honored

New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers will wear the No. 1 jersey in his rookie NFL campaign, becoming the first Giants player to wear the number since 1935.

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Traveling this Labor Day weekend? Expect record crowds and lower prices

Labor Day weekend will be busier than ever in many areas, but travelers will have at least one welcome source of relief: lower prices. Domestic travel over the 2024 Labor Day weekend is forecast to be up 9% compared with last year, according to AAA.

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What is ‘soiling the nest’? A tactic that teens use when they’re leaving home

Roseanne Buckley’s 18-year-old son had always been a mild-mannered homebody and excellent student. But in March of his senior year in high school, she said the young man’s mood changed.

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What borrowers need to know after the Supreme Court kept Biden’s student loan repayment plan on hold

Millions of student loan borrowers are in limbo after the Supreme Court kept in place a block on President Joe Biden’s student loan repayment plan.

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Can Beyoncé, Celine Dion and Foo Fighters stop Trump from using their music? It’s complicated

The day after President Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race and endorsed Kamala Harris to become the Democratic presidential nominee, CNN reported that Beyoncé had given her sign-off for the Vice President to use “Freedom” as her official campaign song. So, it was a seemingly antagonistic choice when the Republican nominee’s campaign played the same Beyoncé song as the backdrop of a recent social media video to showcase former President Donald Trump.

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Disaster Recovery Center in Harris County to Close August 29

Attention Harris County residents: The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) located at the Baytown Community Center will close permanently on August 29 at 4 p.m.

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Experience the Ultimate Musical Immersion at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Festival's House of Music

The anticipation is building as iHeartMedia proudly announces the return of the House of Music at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Festival. This year, the immersive, mixed-reality experience promises to be even more exhilarating, offering fans an unparalleled opportunity to step into the vibrant worlds of their favorite artists. Set against the backdrop of the festival's star-studded lineup, the House of Music is where music, technology, and creativity collide.

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La Porte Native, Petty Officer 2nd Class Hunter Turlington, Rises in Rank While Serving Aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt

La Porte native Petty Officer 2nd Class Hunter Turlington has achieved a significant milestone in his career, recently receiving a promotion while serving aboard the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, USS Theodore Roosevelt. This advancement reflects Turlington’s dedication and the immense pride he takes in his service to the nation.

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Houston’s Own Patrick A. Lewis to Empower Black Men with Style at the Prestigious Four Seasons

Fresh Start Image Consulting proudly announces the return of Houston native and nationally acclaimed executive image consultant, Patrick A. Lewis, for a transformative event aimed at inspiring and elevating the personal and professional styles of Black men in the community. Set to take place on September 7th at 11:15 AM at the distinguished Four Seasons Hotel in downtown Houston, this event is more than just a speaking engagement—it's a mission to ignite a style revolution.

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Swift Justice: Suspect Arrested After Richmond Area Shooting

In a decisive and rapid response, the Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force apprehended a suspect connected to a recent shooting in Fort Bend County. Andy Lee Lerma, now in custody, faces serious charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon following an incident that has sent shockwaves through the Richmond community.