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Pvolve Brings Clinically Backed, Jennifer Aniston-Endorsed Women’s Fitness Method to Houston with Two New Studios

Houston’s wellness scene is getting a powerful boost this summer as Pvolve, the science-led, clinically backed functional fitness brand designed specifically for women’s bodies, makes its highly anticipated debut in the Bayou City. Known for its low-impact, high-results method—and endorsed by Hollywood icon Jennifer Aniston—Pvolve will open its first two area studios in two of Houston’s most health-conscious neighborhoods: Memorial and the Galleria.

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Houston Set to Host the 10th Annual Billionaire Beverage Sneaker Ball — An Evening of Style, Success & Celebration

Houston’s most stylish professionals are gearing up for the 10th Annual Billionaire Beverage Sneaker Ball: Sneakers, Suits & Awards on September 21, 2025. This exclusive all-black celebration blends luxury, culture, and networking with an unforgettable awards ceremony honoring Houston’s finest leaders and innovators.

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Wake-Up Call: How Democrats Can Use August Recess to Save Their Brand

There's an old saying in the hip-hop community: "Men lie, women lie, numbers don 't." In this political climate of lies, corruption, and misinformation, working families deserve numbers that work in their favor, especially when it comes to the economy and their wallets.

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Limited Edition Wines You Can Only Get Here, Signature Sipz Virgo Wine Highlight

As summer’s warmth fades into autumn’s glow, Signature Sipz invites you to experience their limited-edition Zodiac Sipz Virgo Wine with a recipe you and company will enjoy.

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From Clippers to Couture: Houston Designer D. Simmons to Showcase ‘The Bespoke Collection’ at New York Fashion Week

Houston designer D. Simmons, founder of DCASSO Custom Designs, is taking his bold, bespoke menswear from the barber’s chair to the runway with the debut of The Bespoke Collection at New York Fashion Week this September.

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Trailblazing Leadership: Dr. Cynthia Lenton Gary’s Transformative Impact on Houston City College and Beyond

In the ever-evolving story of Houston’s educational and civic leadership, Dr. Cynthia Lenton Gary is writing chapters of purpose, progress, and power. As a Houston City College (formerly Houston Community College) Trustee, Dr. Lenton Gary has not only completed an impactful first term—nearly six years of service—but has also etched her name among the most visionary leaders in the region.

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Houston Health Department Unveils Groundbreaking Dashboard to Combat Extreme Heat’s Toll on Health

When the summer heat in Houston hits like a wall of fire, we know it’s more than just a sweaty inconvenience—it can be a serious health hazard. Now, thanks to the Houston Health Department (HHD), Houstonians have a powerful new ally in the fight against heat-related illness: the Houston Summer Surveillance Dashboard.

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These college leaders are keeping the heat on in battle with Trump administration – despite settlements by prominent schools

College is the place where many students entering adulthood find their voice. But when it comes to addressing the White House’s ongoing battle with elite higher education, many institutional leaders seem to have lost theirs.

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Restaurants are under threat as costs skyrocket and consumers cut back

Ike’s Chili in Tulsa, Oklahoma, has been around for 117 years, surviving a myriad of challenges like the Great Depression, the Covid-19 pandemic and a once-in-a-generation burst of inflation. But 2025 already holds an even more complicated challenge.

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How the world’s most valuable company got caught in the middle of Trump’s spat with China

Nvidia, the world’s most valuable company, has found itself caught in the middle of President Donald Trump’s historic trade war with China. The result: an extraordinary concession from a $4.5 trillion corporation that will give the United States a percentage of every high-end AI chip sold in China.

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Elon Musk threatens to sue Apple over app store ranking of his AI app

Elon Musk said his artificial intelligence start up xAI will sue Apple for allegedly favoring AI competitors in its App Store in what he called a breach of antitrust regulations.

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How AI is being used by police departments to help draft reports

In his nine years at the Fort Collins, Colorado, police department, Officer Scott Brittingham says he has taken a lot of pride in the process of writing reports after each call for service.

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Inflation holds steady, but Trump’s tariffs are boosting some prices

ts got even more expensive last month, showing that President Donald Trump’s expansive tariffs are being passed along to consumers. Consumer prices rose 0.2% in July, keeping the annual inflation rate at 2.7%, according to the latest Consumer Price Index data released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Taste of Texas Tour Set to Celebrate Texas Wine Month

Experience the flavors and culture of Texas wine country on the exclusive Taste of Texas Tour this Texas Wine Month.

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BMW Championship Returns to Baltimore: Top 50 PGA TOUR Players, Star-Studded Pro-Am, and $60M Legacy for Education

The PGA TOUR’s best are back in Baltimore this week as the BMW Championship returns to Caves Valley Golf Club, bringing with it elite golf, celebrity appearances, and a legacy of giving that has already surpassed $60 million in support for the Evans Scholars Foundation.

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Taco Bell expands cult-favorite Baja Blast as it doubles down on drinks

Taco Bell’s Mountain Dew Baja Blast is getting its first permanent new flavor in two decades, the chain’s latest push into the fast-growing beverage sector.

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Taylor Swift announces new album, ‘The Life of a Showgirl’

Taylor Swift announced Tuesday she’s dropping a new album: “The Life of a Showgirl.” The surprise announcement of the Grammy-winner’s 12th original studio album came in dramatic fashion, as a countdown clock on her website ticked down to 12:12 a.m. Eastern.

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Jimmy Kimmel’s backup plan may be a move to Italy

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel revealed he has obtained Italian citizenship. In a recent conversation for “The Sarah Silverman Podcast,” the two comedians, who dated years ago and remain friends, discussed the state of US politics and how some celebrities, including Rosie O’Donnell and Ellen DeGeneres, had moved abroad ahead of President Donald Trump’s second term.

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Harmony Public Schools Earns “A+ Superior” Ratings from TEA — Setting the Standard for Financial Integrity in Education

Excellence in the classroom starts with excellence behind the scenes — and Harmony Public Schools is proving it once again. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has awarded Harmony an A+ “Superior” rating in its 2025 FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) Accountability Report, marking a statewide achievement for all seven Harmony districts.

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Colorado Tourism Goes High-Tech with New AI ‘Colorado Concierge’ Travel Genius

Planning your next mountain escape just got a whole lot smarter! The Colorado Tourism Office has teamed up with GuideGeek from Matador Network to launch Colorado Concierge — a powerful AI travel assistant that delivers instant, personalized answers to all your Colorado travel questions.