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Houston Area Educators named Finalists for 2017 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
Families of the Sunnyside community will come together for YOUTH BASEBALL and a FUN and EDUCATIONAL FAIR IN THE PARK as a result of partnership sponsors: Schlumberger, Houston Astros, A-Rocket Moving, WorleyParsons, Texas Southern University, Thurgood Marshall School of Law, City Council Member Dwight Boykins, Constable May Walker, Harris County Constable Office Precinct 7, South Central Sportz, Congressman Al Green, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Irving Logan, Sr - Houston Industrial Solutions, Pinnacle Pediatric Dentistry, Design Dental Group, Garfield Johnson, III, MD, Texas ENT Specialists, Inc., Paradise Funeral Home and Cemeteries, Mary and Stephen Auzenne, Johnson Funeral Home, Legacy Community Health, Santa Clara Clinic, and Port City Chapter of The Links, Incorporated to date.
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A Race Against the Weather to Avoid Disaster at California Dam
There's no word yet when the 188,000 people who evacuated their homes near Northern California's Oroville Dam can return.
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When Passion Meets Purpose: Meet Kimo Bentley of the All Natural Kimo Bentley Skincare Brand
When Passion Meets Purpose: Meet Kimo Bentley of the All Natural Kimo Bentley Skincare Brand
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Urban Outfitters Celebrates Black Influence, History, and Culture with Exclusive Collections and Initiatives in Honor of Black History Month
On February 23rd, Urban Outfitters’ will release a commemorative collegiate merch collection in collaboration with Cheyney University, the first Historically Black University, and sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness, with proceeds from the sales of the collection being donated to the university, continuing UO’s support of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The collections and initiatives launching in February speak to Urban Outfitters’ ongoing commitment to nurturing long-term connections within our community by celebrating diverse talent and inspiring the next generations of creative youth.
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Pence Used Personal Email for State Affairs While Governor
Vice President Mike Pence used a personal email to conduct state business while he was governor of Indiana that was hacked in a phishing scam.
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Anicorn Launches “The Trio of Time” Artist Watch Series
Independent watchmaker and design studio Anicorn present “The Trio of Time,” the first installment in an ongoing artist collaboration, aimed at bringing together international perspectives on time. The project will in turn follow the Anicorn founders as they travel to various cities and join forces with prominent designers to create new timepieces.
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Airbnb Catches Heat Over Former Slave Cabins Being Advertised As Rentals
Airbnb has grown exponentially since first launching back in the late-2000s as a literal air mattress in the founders’ living room, now operating as a global entity that’s become preferred over hotel stays and the traditional bed and breakfast. Well, for the most part anyway.
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Revanche Cognac Earns Gold Medal in the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Revanche Cognac has been awarded a Gold Medal for the Best Cognac VS by the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) today. Revanche is a versatile and smooth proprietary blend cognac launched in 2019 by fifth generation-producer Kim Birkedal Hartmann and partner Gigi Olah.
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Lobos 1707 Tequila, Reposado Awarded Double Gold Medal From New York International Spirits Competition
Independent Spirits Brand Wins Top Award in 2021 Competition Judged by Industry Professionals
Lobos 1707 Tequila & Mezcal is proud to share that Lobos 1707 Tequila, Reposado was awarded the Double Gold medal by the 2021 New York International Spirits Competition (NYISC). Lobos 1707 is an independent spirits producer that blends heritage and innovation. Inspired by his ancestor of the same name, Founder and Chief Creative Officer Diego Osorio launched Lobos 1707 in 2020 with CEO and brand-builder Dia Simms and early backer, legendary athlete and cultural icon LeBron James.
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Ford just raised the price of its electric F-150 by up to $8,500
Ford on Thursday will once again begin taking orders for its popular F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck. But this time the base model of the pickup will cost about $7,000 more than before.
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Ticket prices to see Caitlin Clark still crazy expensive
Ticket prices to see one of Caitlin Clark’s final home games for Iowa are taking off since Clark announced her intention to enter the 2024 WNBA Draft.
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Invasive, football-size goldfish found in a Minnesota lake
The tiny goldfish you can pick up at pet store for a few cents might not look like an environmental threat, but they can grow into a huge problem if set free in lakes or ponds -- mainly because they can grow to be surprisingly huge.
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The EU has agreed to ration gas, but some countries put up a fight
The European Union has agreed to ration its natural gas this winter to prevent a severe supply shock. But the bloc has watered down its ambitions by offering countries some significant leeway.
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Typhoon Mangkhut: Hong Kong in tatters; China evacuates millions
More than three million people have been moved to safety in southern China as Typhoon Mangkhut moved northward and continued to wreak havoc across the region.
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US Allies Taken Aback By Intel Sharing Revelation
The revelation that President Donald Trump reportedly disclosed highly sensitive information to Russian officials is raising questions among some allied intelligence agencies about the security of details they share with their US counterparts.
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COVID-19 Updates: Stay-Home Work-Safe Order Extended
Tuesday, March 31 County Judge Hidalgo extended the Stay-Home Work-Safe order through midnight April 30. If you need additional clarification or information on this order, please email stayhome@co.hctx.net or visit the County's FAQ page.
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A near empty parking lot in front of a Best Buy store in Montebello, California on April 15, 2020 as the electronics nationwide chain store …
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A piece of mail delivered to the Pentagon mail facility has initially tested positive for ricin, according to two US defense officials.
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Democratic Rep. Stephanie Murphy considers Senate bid against Marco Rubio
Florida Democratic Rep. Stephanie Murphy is seriously considering a run against Republican Sen. Marco Rubio in 2022, launching a listening tour on issues including the pandemic, "managing misinformation," fighting climate change and for social justice.
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How 4.5 million people managed to buy a home this year amid the toughest market in a generation
This has been a year of superlatives in residential real estate — and not in a good way.
