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New York’s Rubin Museum closes doors — lives on as ‘museum without walls’

New York’s Rubin Museum of Art, home to one of the world’s largest and most important collections of Himalayan art, announced on Wednesday that it will close its doors in October.

Fulshear Book Clubs Open New Chapter with Exciting February Reading Selections

Houston Style Magazine invites our readers to embark on a literary journey with the Fort Bend County Libraries' Fulshear Branch, as they unveil their enticing reading selections for February. Book enthusiasts and potential members are cordially invited to join these …

Mother of Michigan school shooter admits she and husband gifted their son the gun used in the attack

Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of the teenager who killed four people at a Michigan high school in 2021, admitted under cross-examination at her manslaughter trial that she and her husband gifted their son the firearm later used in the attack.

Fulton County DA acknowledges personal relationship with lead prosecutor on Trump case

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and Nathan Wade, her lead prosecutor on the 2020 election case, both acknowledge in court papers that they have a “personal” relationship but strongly pushed back on claims that she financially benefitted from hiring …

The US economy added 353,000 jobs in January, starting off 2024 with a bang

The US economy added a stunning 353,000 jobs last month, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data released Friday, registering a stronger-than-expected gain to kick off 2024 and underscoring the resilience of the US economy in an election year.

Shelby Park in Eagle Pass: A Symbol of Border Dysfunction and the Unspoken Legacy of a Confederate General

Shelby Park in Eagle Pass, Texas, has become a staging ground for state forces, the epicenter of a standoff with the federal government and a stark symbol of dysfunction at the border.

Crime Prevention and Victim Aid Programs Bolstered by Reinvested Assets

Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg has allocated more than $1 million from seized criminal assets to support community crime prevention initiatives in 2023, marking the second-highest annual reinvestment during her tenure since 2017.

House Judiciary Committee subpoenas Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has been subpoenaed by House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, an Ohio Republican, to produce documents related to the use and spending of federal funds, according to copy of the subpoena obtained by CNN.

Punxsutawney Phil's Winter Forecast Unveiled

Punxsutawney Phil – the famous groundhog weather watcher – woke up and did not see his shadow Friday morning, calling for an early spring.

Apple's Vision Pro Headsets Hit US Stores: A Must-Know Guide

The mixed reality headset went on sale at Apple Stores across the country as some eager shoppers were among the first to get their hands on what promises to be one of the most innovative tech products in years.

CNN Poll: Public views of economy on rise, but remain dim

The public’s long-held pessimism about the economy shows signs of easing since last year, a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS finds. But even with the uptick, many Americans’ views of the economy – and the nation as a whole …

Trump says he would not reappoint Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Former President Donald Trump said that if he is reelected, he would not reappoint Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, accusing Powell of considering rate cuts to give Democrats an advantage in the 2024 elections.

Biden honors 3 Americans killed in Jordan attack

For an American president, it is the gravest of responsibilities: witnessing the country’s war dead return home for what the military calls a “dignified transfer.”

Holocaust Museum Houston Honors Black History Month with Free Admission Day and Special Program

Embracing the spirit of Black History Month, Holocaust Museum Houston (HMH) is set to participate in the Black Art Houston Weekend from February 17 to 19, presenting a range of engaging public programming and featuring the special exhibition, *The Kinsey …

Why Congress hasn’t made social media safer.

Wednesday’s emotional Senate Judiciary Committee hearing grilling tech CEOs focused on Silicon Valley’s failures to protect kids online. But it also spotlighted Congress’ own glaring — and longstanding — inability to pass any meaningful legislation to rein in tech platforms.