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Amazon is shuttering its telehealth service

Amazon on Wednesday said it is shuttering its telehealth service, Amazon Care, as the company rethinks its approach for expanding into the health care industry.

How to qualify for Biden's new student loan forgiveness plan

President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced his plan to address student loan debt, which includes debt forgiveness for certain borrowers and extending the pandemic-related payment pause.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene again targeted in 'swatting' incident, police say

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene was again the target of a "swatting" police call early Thursday morning, police said.

What's next in the fight over the Mar-a-Lago FBI search affidavit

The Justice Department on Thursday submitted a proposal under seal for redacting the Mar-a-Lago search warrant affidavit, as the legal fight to bring more transparency into the FBI's search of former President Donald Trump's Florida home continues.

Minnesota's GOP nominee for top elections official called changing voting rules 'our 9/11' after 'the big rig' in 2020

The Republican nominee to be the top elections official in Minnesota said changing the rules around voting following the 2020 "big rig" was "our 9/11," invoking the terrorist attacks when discussing proposed changes to election laws in the aftermath of …

HISD Expands Participation in Verizon Innovative Learning

On Thursday, August 18, eight HISD middle schools will kick off their participation in Verizon Innovative Learning, Verizon’s award-winning education initiative, which addresses barriers to digital inclusion and helps drive equity within education for some of the most vulnerable populations …

Calling young innovators and entrepreneurs! Nestlé launches new Youth Entrepreneurship Platform

As part of its Global Youth Initiative, Nestlé today launched the Nestlé Youth Entrepreneurship Platform (YEP), a new digital platform for young innovators and entrepreneurs who want to learn new knowledge and skills, test an idea or grow their businesses, …

The Health Museum to Host Community Blood Drive on August 26

The Health Museum in partnership with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center will hold a Community Blood Drive. The blood drive will take place on Friday, August 26, 2022, from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm, at The Health Museum – …

First Annual President’s Youth Awards Hosted by Air Force Veteran Dr. Sonia White and Dr. Mya Smith-Edmonds Sold Out with Several Influential Guests in Attendance

On July 31, 2022, Dr. Sonia White and Dr. Mya Smith-Edmonds, hosted the Inaugural 1st Presidential Youth Awards, presented by Ameri Corps. During the ceremony, an array of amazing youth were recognized for their overall character, integrity and willingness to …

Oz ratchets up questions about Fetterman's health as Pennsylvania Senate race gets acrimonious

Mehmet Oz was quick to wish John Fetterman well and offer prayers as the Democrat recovered from a stroke earlier this year.

Congressman Al Green Condemns the Texas “Trigger Law” as a Draconian Denial of a Woman’s Right to Choose Bodily Autonomy and Self-Determination

“For far too long, too many men have stood at the sidelines of the fight to advance as well as protect the health, safety, and privacy of women; of their daughters, wives, mothers, sisters, and more. Male participation in the …

Harris County Flood Control District Marks Significant Progress On the Anniversary of Hurricane Harvey

On the anniversary of Hurricane Harvey and nearing the anniversary of the 2018 Bond Program, the Harris County Flood Control District is marking significant progress on flood risk reduction efforts across the county.

For Popular Holiday Cosmetic Surgeries, Recovery Timing is Everything

The holiday season is the most popular time of year for cosmetic surgery but in the excitement of a new look for holiday parties or the new year, patients often schedule procedures without allowing for adequate time to heal.

Chinese island plans to ban sales of fossil fuel-powered vehicles by 2030

The island of Hainan in southern China plans to ban the sale of fossil fuel-powered vehicles by 2030, aiming to become the first province in the country to do so, according to provincial authorities.

Jury awards plaintiffs $31M in lawsuit over Kobe Bryant crash photos

After more than three hours of deliberation, a federal jury awarded $31 million in damages after finding the Los Angeles County Sheriff and Fire Departments liable for infringing on the constitutional rights of Vanessa Bryant and co-plaintiff Christopher Chester, who …