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Despite complications from surgery, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has good prognosis after prostate cancer diagnosis

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had surgery to treat prostate cancer in late December and later developed complications that landed him in intensive care, doctors at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center said Tuesday. But his own team and independent medical experts agree that his outlook is good.

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Blinken tells Israeli government that Palestinians must be allowed to return to homes in Gaza

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made clear to the Israeli government that Palestinians must be allowed to return to their homes in Gaza “as soon as conditions allow” and must not be displaced from the strip, the top US diplomat said Tuesday.

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National Park Service retracts plans to remove William Penn statue from historic Philadelphia park following backlash

But for the past week, federal, state and local officials have been focused on a lesser-known open air museum smaller than a city block.

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Sugar FRK Dessert Bar in Midtown Mixes Seasonal Favs into Winter Drink Menu

Sugar Frk, the captivating new dessert café and bar in Houston's Post Midtown Square, is ushering in winter with a seasonal menu of irresistible new lattes and daiquiris. The specialty beverages feature both hot and ice-blended coffee creations and frozen daiquiris thoughtfully crafted to capture the essence of limited-time seasonal favorites!

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Film about the unhoused elderly comes to Black Public Media's "AfroPoP Digital Shorts" series

Black Public Media’s AfroPoP Digital Shorts series continues on MLK Day on Monday with the story of one man’s 40-year battle with homelessness on the mean streets of Hollywood.

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Statement on Behalf of Brenda Victoria Castillo, President & CEO, National Hispanic Media Coalition on the 2024 Golden Globes

The National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) congratulates the winners of the 2024 Golden Globes, especially the actors and artists of color who continue to trailblaze in our industry.

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Man makes 18 platelet donations to Flint’s Red Cross in 2023

January marks National Blood Donor Month, and the American Red Cross said donors of all types are urgently needed.

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Global Premiere of Mean Girls at AMC Lincoln Square

From the comedic mind of Tina Fey comes a new twist on the modern classic, MEAN GIRLS.

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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Takes Legal Action Against North Houston Concrete Batch Plant

Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee has announced that Harris County is taking legal action against Texcon Ready Mix, a concrete batch plant located in north Houston near the Kashmere Gardens neighborhood.

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KREWE de HOU Inaugural Mardi Gras Ball - February 3, 2024

The inaugural KREWE de HOU Mardi Gras Ball, presented by KREWE de HOU Foundation is scheduled for Saturday, February 3 at the JW Marriott by the Galleria in Houston. This first ever Mardi Gras ball will boast entertainment, a Mardi Gras program, the presentation of the 2024 Mardi Gras court, crowning of the 2024 King and Queen and scholarship presentations. Attendees will dance the night away with DJ Supa Dave, from Lafayette, Louisiana while also enjoying hors d’oeuvres and an open bar.

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Bungalow Downtown Dining Launches New Lunch Menu and Extended Hours

Bungalow Downtown Dining, Downtown Houston's premier luxury dining experience, has extended their hours and menu to add Lunch to their dining options Tuesday through Friday!

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Jurassic World: The Exhibition Roars into Houston, Texas, opening March 8, 2024 for a Limited Engagement at Katy Mills

Pre-Sale Ticket Waitlist Now Open at Jurassicworldexhibition.com

The award-winning Jurassic World: The Exhibition set to open in Houston on March 8, 2024, has now become one of the fastest selling exhibitions in history since its launch, and has welcomed over 8 million visitors. After touring cities around the world including London, San Diego, Denver, Dallas, Chicago, Philadelphia, Paris, Madrid, Seoul, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Toronto, Atlanta, Sydney, Cologne and Berlin, this global sensation makes its return to Texas.

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Solid Waste Management Collection and Facility Schedule for Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday 2024

January 9, 2024: In observance of the City of Houston's approved holiday, Monday, January 15, 2024, collection services will be interrupted during Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. Below you will find a list of closures for facilities and administration and updates to curbside recycling services.

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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin treated for prostate cancer

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is being treated for prostate cancer, according to a statement Tuesday from Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

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Renowned HGTV Celebrity Egypt Sherrod Headlines Family-Centric Houston Home & Garden Show

The highly anticipated Houston Home and Garden Show returns with an exceptional blend of inspiration, expertise, and community engagement, featuring HGTV's Egypt Sherrod, a diverse array of vendors specializing in home and garden projects, a lush plant market by PlantCon International, adoptable pets from the Houston Humane Society, insights from Gardening for Dummies, and captivating stage presentations. This premier event will take place at NRG Park from February 2-4, 2024.

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Houston Developer, Roberto Contreras, Heads Home for First Local Hotel Project

Meet Roberto Contreras, a visionary Developer and CEO of Texas-based DC Partners, making waves in his hometown with the unveiling of Thompson Houston, the city’s newest and most stylish hotel in February 2024.

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Feed the Soul Foundation Hosts First-Ever Global Culinary Conference on Business Development

Renowned Chefs & Culinary Experts Host Sessions during Two-Day 'Boost Camp' Platform to Educate Culinary Entrepreneurs on Successful Business Operations & Strategies

According to James Beard Foundation's 2023 Industry Report, 53% of culinary business owners experienced lowered profits this year and challenges around rising food and labor costs have severely impacted profit margins, menu and content pricing since 2022. In its third year of service, Feed the Soul Foundation, a national nonprofit that continues to provide financial relief and business development solutions for culinary businesses, will host its first-ever Global Culinary Conference.

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Norway parliament approves highly controversial deep sea mining

Norway could become the first country in the world to push ahead with deep sea mining after it voted Tuesday to open its waters for exploration, provoking an outcry from environmental groups.

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Meta adds new teen safety features following renewed criticism

Meta announced Tuesday that it is expanding its youth safety efforts by rolling out new settings for teen Facebook and Instagram users, including content restrictions and hiding search results for terms related to self-harm and suicide.

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Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council Unveils Highly Anticipated Cookie Season

Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council is excited to announce the official start of Girl Scout cookie season on Feb. 10, 2024, and cookie fanatics can expect to see cookie booths in their communities on Feb. 16.

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