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Type 2 diabetes prevented with adherence to Mediterranean diet and exercise, study finds

A combination of a lower-calorie Mediterranean diet, exercise and nutritional support kept overweight to severely obese people between the ages of 55 and 75 from progressing to type 2 diabetes, a new study found.

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Type 2 diabetes prevented with adherence to Mediterranean diet and exercise, study finds

A combination of a lower-calorie Mediterranean diet, exercise and nutritional support kept overweight to severely obese people between the ages of 55 and 75 from progressing to type 2 diabetes, a new study found.

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Devon Walker exits ‘SNL’ with a message about the ‘toxic as hell’ workplace

Devon Walker has announced his departure from “Saturday Night Live.” The comic, who had appeared on the show for three seasons, posted a series of photos on Instagram with the news.

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Fall is here? It is at Starbucks as Pumpkin Spice Latte returns

It might not feel like fall. Beaches are still full this week ahead of Labor Day, and school hasn’t started in much of the country. Temperatures are still in the 80s in some places.

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‘The new encyclopedia’: how some kids will use AI at school this year

Ludrick Cooper, an eighth-grade teacher in South Carolina, didn’t always like the idea of using artificial intelligence – in the classroom or otherwise. But he eventually came around.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship is going from “so high school” to officially getting married.

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HMAAC Presents The Journey to Everything and Who Feels It, Knows It — A Celebration of Black Artistry

The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) has once again elevated Houston’s cultural landscape, opening two extraordinary exhibitions that capture the spirit, resilience, and boundless creativity of the African diaspora. Running Friday, August 29, 2025, through Monday, December 15, 2025, art lovers can immerse themselves in The Journey to Everything by Danny Simmons and Who Feels It, Knows It by Chayse Sampy. Together, these exhibitions are not just a showcase—they are a dialogue across generations, mediums, and lived experiences.

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Dr. Darlene Breaux: A Visionary Champion for Education and Equity in Alief ISD

In the heart of west Houston, where Bellaire, Bissonnet, Beechnut, and Boone pulse with life from Beltway 8 to Mission Bend, one leader has become a defining voice for educational equity, community empowerment, and student success: Dr. Darlene Breaux, President of the Alief ISD Board of Trustees.

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Hyundai Motor Group Honored for Leadership and Innovation at 2025 Automotive News All-Star Awards

Hyundai Motor Group continues to redefine the future of mobility, earning top honors at the 2025 Automotive News All-Star Awards for its outstanding leadership and groundbreaking innovation in the automotive industry. Two of Hyundai’s key executives—Heui Won Yang, President and Head of the Research and Development Division for Hyundai Motor and Kia, and Randy Parker, President and CEO of Hyundai and Genesis Motor North

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Mar del Cabo by Velas Resorts Redefines Luxury with Exclusive Birthday Takeover Experience

When it comes to milestone celebrations, Mar del Cabo by Velas Resorts is setting a new standard for opulence and intimacy. The boutique beachfront haven has introduced its all-new “Birthday Takeover” experience—a fully private, three-night buyout that transforms the entire property into a personalized paradise for the guest of honor and their inner circle. This extraordinary offering combines coastal luxury, curated festivities, and eco-conscious touches, creating an unforgettable celebration against the stunning backdrop of the Sea of Cortez.

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Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Increasing Scam Activity

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of rising phone scams demanding fake warrant payments through irreversible apps like PayPal.

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HCC Chancellor Margaret Ford Fisher Wins 2025 ACCT Western Regional CEO Award — A Houston-Sized Salute to Student Success

Houston City College (HCC) Chancellor Margaret Ford Fisher, Ed.D. has been named the 2025 Western Regional Chief Executive Officer Award recipient by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT)—a prestigious honor that recognizes visionary leadership transforming student outcomes and community prosperity across the West Region. The recognition will be celebrated this fall at the ACCT Leadership Congress in New Orleans, where regional honorees gather to share strategies and spotlight student-first innovation. The ACCT Annual Awards Gala is on Friday, October 24, 2025, in New Orleans, LA.

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Houston Arts Alliance Lights Up September: Community Meet-&-Greet + “Luminescence” Gala

Two chances to plug into Houston’s creative heartbeat. This September, Houston Arts Alliance (HAA) invites the city to meet the team shaping our civic art future—and then come back dressed to dazzle for a night that fuels the arts all year long. Mark both on your calendar and bring a friend: one builds community; the other powers it.

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Venture Beyond the Resorts: Discover the Authentic Beauty of Nayarit This Winter

As winter descends across North America, savvy travelers are looking beyond the ordinary to experience destinations that blend natural beauty, cultural depth, and luxurious comfort. Nayarit, a gem tucked between the Pacific Ocean and the Sierra Madre Occidental mountains in south-central Mexico, offers an unforgettable winter escape filled with diverse adventures and vibrant traditions.

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Ledisi Honors the Blueprint: A Joyful Salute to Dinah Washington with “For Dinah” and New Single “What a Difference a Day Made”

Some songs don’t just land—they arrive with a little starlight on their shoulders. Ledisi’s radiant take on “What a Dif or.ference a Day Made” is one of those moments: a gleaming, time-slipping conversation between two towering Black women in American music—today’s GRAMMY-winning vocal dynamo and yesterday’s indomitable “Queen” who opened the door.

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Dr. Lisa Alcorta Joins Houston City College as Vice Chancellor of Student Services

Houston City College (HCC) has named Dr. Lisa Alcorta its new Vice Chancellor of Student Services, effective August 18. With more than 25 years of leadership in higher education, student affairs, and institutional transformation, Dr. Alcorta arrives with a proven track record of turning big goals into measurable gains for students

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Gaza’s Children Are Not Negotiating Chips: Houston Must Stand With Civilians—And Reject Hamas

Meta description (SEO): Famine is confirmed in the Gaza Governorate, including Gaza City. Here’s what that means, why Hamas deserves unequivocal condemnation, and how Houstonians can help—now.

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Kamala Harris’ 107 Days Book Tour Comes to Houston — Here’s How to Be in the Room

Houston, get your bookmarks ready. Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris is taking her new memoir, 107 Days (Simon & Schuster, out Sept. 23, 2025), on a national conversation tour—and H-Town is one of the marquee stops. Think intimate onstage Q&A, campaign insights you haven’t heard, and a crowd that knows how to show up for civic conversation.

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Edison Arts Foundation’s Afterschool Arts Academy Returns: Dance, Homework Help, and Daily Joy for Houston Kids

Houston families, sharpen those pencils and lace up those dance shoes—the Edison Arts Foundation is opening the curtain on another inspiring year of its Afterschool Arts Academy for ages 5–13. This beloved program blends daily transportation to FBAAD, high-energy dance classes (ballet, hip-hop, modern, and tap), year-round performance opportunities, and the kind of after-school academic support that keeps homework—and confidence—on track.

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From Launch to Now: HCC’s Mattress Mack School of Selling Opens Fall 2025 Onsite Cohort

Houston runs on hustle—and few Houstonians embody that spirit like Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale. In partnership with Houston Community College (HCC) Northwest’s Glenda & David Regenbaum Center for Entrepreneurship, Mack’s people-first sales philosophy has powered a fast-growing program that’s changing how the city learns to sell, serve, and succeed.