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US consumers continue to spend, but rising inflation has shifted their priorities

With lower gas prices effectively putting more money back in their pockets, Americans continued to spend last month. But persistent inflation has reshaped their shopping habits.

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Biden condemns 'sickening' attacks on FBI following Mar-a-Lago search and slams GOP over January 6

President Joe Biden on Tuesday said the attacks on the FBI following the agency's search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence are "sickening," and offered scathing criticism of Republicans in Congress who have not condemned the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol.

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City of Houston Establishes First Houston Music Advisory Board

The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs recognized the need to establish an advisory board to impact and influence the City’s work. The ordinance will permanently establish the HMAB made up of nine (9) action-oriented members to continue this work.

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"BET Hip Hop Awards" 2022 Hosted By Fate Joe

Hosted by GRAMMY®-nominated recording artist, actor, entrepreneur, and media personality Fat Joe, the “BET Hip Hop Awards” 2022 premieres tonight, October 4 at 9 PM ET/PT on BET. The annual celebration brings together the hottest names in music while paying homage to the year’s best in Hip Hop culture. “BET Hip Hop Awards” 2022 will also be simulcast on BET Her, MTV2 and VH1. “BET Hip Hop Awards” 2022 will premiere internationally via live stream on BET Africa on Thursday, October 5, and on BET France, My5, and Sky On-Demand in the UK, as well as on MTV Brazil and BET Pluto Brazil all on Friday, October 7.

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Trump can't get out of deposition in E. Jean Carroll defamation lawsuit, judge rules

A federal judge rejected former President Donald Trump's attempt to pause his deposition in a defamation lawsuit scheduled for later this month saying Trump's efforts to delay the case are "inexcusable."

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The Shaping of the Dream

World-Renowned Scholar Gives Insight into MLK's Legacy

Clayborne Carson, the world-renowned and acclaimed Martin Luther King Jr. scholar and director of the King Papers Project, speaks at Westmont’s Mosher Center for Moral and Ethical Leadership luncheon on Friday, Nov. 4, from 12-1:30 p.m. in the Simmons Center of Westmont’s Global Leadership Center. Carson will present “The Lives and Shared Legacy of Coretta Scott and Martin Luther King Jr.” A limited number of tickets, which cost $50 per person, are available for purchase at westmont.edu/mosher-event.

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President Biden Announces Fix to Family Glitch in Obamacare Subsidies

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Under President Biden’s leadership, our nation’s uninsured rate is at an all-time low, and Affordable Care Act enrollment is at an all-time high. This is not by accident,” said U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra. “We are meeting people where they are to tell them about their healthcare options through unprecedented outreach efforts. And through landmark legislation like the American Rescue Plan and the Inflation Reduction Act, we have offered the lowest ACA premium rates in history. Our work to expand coverage and lower healthcare costs for American families never stops.”

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Leslie Jordan, beloved actor and social media star, dead at 67

Leslie Jordan, beloved comedian and actor known for his work on "Will and Grace," has died, his agent announced.

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Angela Bassett's tribute to courageous women is the inspiration you need today

Angela Bassett gave a rousing speech about female empowerment at the Glamour Women of the Year event on Tuesday night.

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Late NBA great Bill Russell 'leaves a giant example for us all,' says Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Six-time NBA champion Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has paid tribute to the late Bill Russell, his mentor and friend who he said "leaves a giant example for us all."

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Trump and Orban set to take stage in Texas as activists gather for conservative confab

Former President Donald Trump, who is weighing when to announce his expected third run for the Republican presidential nomination, will address a gathering of conservative activists here this weekend.

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A Fast, Flavorful Solution to Simplify Family Meals

While the first step to a successful family meal is finding a recipe everyone loves, a second important piece to the puzzle is creating a dish that leaves enough time for special moments together at the table. You can skip complicated prep by serving easy-to-make favorites that call for versatile ingredients and simple instructions.

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Supreme Court says House January 6 Committee can get Kelli Ward's phone and text records

The Supreme Court cleared the way on Monday for the House select committee investigating the January 6 US Capitol attack to obtain the phone and text records of Arizona Republican Party Chair Kelli Ward.

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Stabbing of student of Asian descent was motivated by race, suspect allegedly said. Now, another US community is pushing back on anti-AAPI hate

The suspect in an unprovoked attack allegedly said she was motivated by race when she repeatedly stabbed the victim -- a student of Asian descent at Indiana University -- last week on a city bus, according to court documents and a student group.

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Mattel introduces first Barbie doll representing a person with Down syndrome

Mattel on Tuesday introduced its first-ever version of the Barbie doll representing a person with Down syndrome.

5G and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Could Help End the Digital Divide

The last two years have underlined what we already knew: the digital divide in America is real and has consequences for millions of Americans. An affordable, reliable connection is imperative in participating in the 21st century economy, and those families relying on mobile-only access are falling behind. Often, they cannot attend class online or seek a career opportunity that offers the possibility of working remotely. And as more services, job applications, and infrastructure moves online, the gap is only widening.

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Houston’s First Art Bike Festival Set to Roll on May 21

Local nonprofit organizations team up for free, family friendly festival

– Houston Parks Board (HPB), the Orange Show Center for Visionary Art (OSCVA), and Houston Independent School District (HISD) are pleased to announce Houston’s first Art Bike Festival will take place on May 21. Building on the success of the iconic Art Car Parade, the Art Bike Festival will bring together Houstonians of all ages to celebrate Houston’s great parks and trails through art and creativity. The free, family-friendly event is open to all ages with a range of activities throughout the day at MacGregor Park and The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art campus.

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Airlines ask Biden administration for 'immediate intervention' on 5G

Executives from the largest US airlines asked the Biden administration for "immediate intervention" in the planned rollout of 5G technology near major airports on Wednesday, warning of dire consequences for transportation and the economy.

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Coke is giving its cans a makeover

Coca-Cola is fighting for your attention. The company is unveiling a new look for flavored Coke products this month, and it has a new Coke variety coming in a few weeks. It's part of the company's renewed focus on its Coke brand, as it dumps niche products and tries to drum up excitement for its core beverages.

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Putin ratchets up Ukraine grievances in TV broadcast with top security officials

Russian President Vladimir Putin publicly stepped up his rhetoric in the Ukraine crisis Monday in a highly choreographed meeting, accusing Kyiv of carrying out acts of aggression and saying he was considering a request to officially recognize the breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine as independent.