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Feeding Kids’ Curiosity at Home

When my kids were little, summers were tough enough balancing summer camps and fights over the same toys surrounded by a floor littered with plenty of choices.

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TSU Taps New Ocean of Soul Band Director

Texas Southern University has named Mr. Brian Simmons as the new Director of The Ocean of Soul Marching Band and an instructor in the Music Department. He will step into this new role on Monday, July 5th, 2021.

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Kamala Harris’ ‘Politically Safe’ Border Trip

Kamala Harris did say that visiting the border would be “playing political games.” Turns out she was right.

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Texas College Names Vice President for Academic Affairs

Texas College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jan E. Duncan to the position of Vice President for Academic Affairs. Dr. Duncan comes to the college with broad experiences and expertise that covers all levels of secondary and postsecondary education. Most recently, she served as an instructional designer for the use of Blackboard for grade levels K-12.

A bipartisan infrastructure plan has a breakthrough in Congress -- but it's not over yet

The massive breakthrough Wednesday night on infrastructure breathes new life for President Joe Biden's hope of a bipartisan agenda that could cement his legacy as a dealmaker and open the door to more breakthroughs down the line, but it also is just the beginning of a fraught, multi-week effort that will test Democratic unity and reveal schisms within the party.

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Senators say deal reached on infrastructure proposal as bipartisan agenda faces make-or-break moment

Senators on both sides of the aisle said Wednesday evening there's an agreement with White House officials and 10 senators on a bipartisan infrastructure deal, with senators planning to meet with President Joe Biden at the White House on Thursday to discuss it.

Don't miss the latest evidence Ron DeSantis is *definitely* getting ready to run for president

Even as Donald Trump continues to stoke insane conspiracy theories about how he will be "reinstated" as president this summer, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is actively positioning himself to be the rightful heir to Trumpism in 2024.

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Judge blocks Iowa abortion law requiring 24-hour waiting period

An Iowa law requiring women to wait 24 hours before getting an abortion was permanently blocked by a district judge on Monday.

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Sellers dialed back deals for Amazon Prime Day, but shoppers still showed up

Shoppers aren't showing any signs of getting tired of Amazon Prime Day, even though some sellers had said they weren't planning on offering deals this year.

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States are helping unemployed parents pay for childcare while they look for work

As states seek to help unemployed residents return to the workforce amid widespread labor shortages, some are providing childcare subsidies to parents while they look for jobs.

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'Sexy Beasts' is more fever dream than dating show, and it's vital to Netflix

Dating is hard. But at least it doesn't require you to woo your beloved while dressed as a dolphin and they're in full makeup, wearing a scarecrow outfit.

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Elton John announces final 'Farewell Yellow Brick Road' tour dates

Elton John has announced a final tour called "Farewell Yellow Brick Road," three and a half years after his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road: The Final Tour."

Pedestrian bridge collapses onto DC highway, injuring several people

A pedestrian bridge collapsed onto Interstate 295 in Washington, DC on Wednesday, injuring several people and blocking the highway, according to tweets from DC Fire and EMS.

State of emergency issued, victim of water tank explosion identified

New aerial video shows the aftermath of the mechanical failure of a 1.5 million gallon water tank in Lemoore.

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Michael B. Jordan apologizes after new rum venture is accused of cultural appropriation

Michael B. Jordan has issued an apology regarding his new liquor brand following some high-profile complaints.

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Alleged Oath Keeper to plead guilty in first among major Capitol riot conspiracy cases

An alleged member of the Oath Keepers will plead guilty on Wednesday to charges related to the January 6 insurrection, the first plea deal among the Capitol riot cases against extremist groups, a notice filed in court says.

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Kamala Harris to make first trip to the border as vice president this week

Vice President Kamala Harris will head to the US-Mexico border on Friday, a source familiar with the trip told CNN.

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Educational Empowerment: Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University Holds Their First Graduation Ceremony

Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University Holds Their First Graduation Ceremony.

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Devine Creations 12th Annual Debutante/Cotillions Ball and Gala Was An Elegant Event To Remember

Devine Creations held their 12th Annual Debutante Ball and Gala Dinner, which took place at Spring Chateau located in Spring, Texas.

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Houston Rockets Land No. 2 Overall Pick In Upcoming NBA Draft

After a tumultuous season of dealing with injuries, players in and out of the NBA’s health and safety protocol system and two of the most valuable assets in Russell Westbrook (Washington Wizards) and James Harden (Brooklyn Nets) demanding trades, the Houston Rockets finally received some good news on Tuesday night as they received the No. 2 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft.