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THIRTEEN's American Masters Presents Exclusive U.S. Broadcast Premiere of Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise, February 21 on PBS During Black History Month
Distinctly referred to as "a redwood tree, with deep roots in American culture," Dr. Maya Angelou (April 4, 1928-May 28, 2014) led a prolific life. As a singer, dancer, activist, poet and writer, she inspired generations with lyrical modern African-American thought that pushed boundaries. Best known for her autobiography I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (Random House), she gave people the freedom to think about their history in a way they never had before.
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Preventing Listeriosis in Pregnant Hispanic Women in the U.S.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is alerting pregnant women about the risks of listeriosis, a foodborne disease that can severely affect a pregnant women and her unborn child.
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5 Ways A Healthy Gut Makes A Healthy Brain
The idiom “trust your gut” means relying on intuition, rather than thoughtful, deep analysis, to make a decision. But research shows there is actually a tangible connection between gut health and brain health, and that linkage can affect emotions and cognitive processing.
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HBO's first televised female boxing match breaking 'the last barrier'
In HBO's 45-year history, the network has never aired a female boxing match -- but that is soon to change.
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Humming Hemp Goes Nationwide!
Company announces national distribution of protein-rich hemp heart and raw honey hummingbar™ through Kroger stores
Hemp has been ostracized, suppressed, mistaken and wrongly accused for almost a century. Now, thanks to Humming Hemp, a progressive female-founded hemp food company from the Pacific Northwest, it’s breaking through with consumers across the nation as a delicious, versatile, protein-rich sustainable food source.
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READ: Sen. John McCain's farewell statement
An aide for Sen. John McCain shared a farewell statement from the late Arizona Republican Monday. McCain died at his Sedona home Saturday after a yearlong battle with brain cancer. He was 81.
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Formula E to make London return with 'one-of-a-kind indoor/outdoor' track
Formula E plans to stage a race in 2020 that will feature an indoor section as the sport returns to London.
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Rival Operatives Unite to Dodge Nuclear Disaster in Empty Quiver
The U.S. Pershing II and Soviet SS-20 missiles on display at the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., were once at the center of the Cold War chess match that underpins Tom Davis’ suspenseful new book, Empty Quiver. Set against a backdrop of historical figures and actual events, Empty Quiver brings history to life with a riveting tale that reimagines what might have happened behind the scenes as Cold War tensions escalated.
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A Night of Stars and Solidarity: Tina Knowles Celebrates the 2023 EOD HAUL Gala
Houston Style Magazine is once again at the forefront of the city’s most star-studded and meaningful events. As the first to spotlight Beyoncé, we take pride in celebrating another luminary in the Knowles family, Tina Knowles, at the 2023 Equal Opportunity Day (EOD) Gala. This year, the Houston Area Urban League (HAUL) commemorates 55 years of trans- formative work with their theme “Legacy of Leadership,” honoring those who have paved pathways for progress within our vibrant community.
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Mayor Turner Announces Small Business Economic Relief Program
Mayor Sylvester Turner announced this week that applications for the City of Houston’s Small Business Economic Relief Program (SBERP) will open at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, August 19th.
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Lowe's will deliver your Christmas tree for free this year
Lowe's is offering free Christmas tree delivery for the first time as home-bound Americans start the holidays earlier than usual.
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100,000 Americans Call on Governors to Reopen America
Heritage Action for America today announced it has delivered its “Open American Society” petition along with its 100,000 signatures to the National Governors Association.
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Most disapprove of Trump's handling of trade negotiations, are worried about impact on US
President Donald Trump on Monday hailed an agreement between the US and Mexico to change parts of NAFTA, but a new poll has found most Americans disapprove of how he has handled trade negotiations with other countries.
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Young Athlete Recovery
How chocolate milk can aid in replenishing nutrients for teen athletes
Between sports practices, training, games and tournaments, teen athletes endure a lot of stress on their bodies. While some parents know real dairy milk is a nutritious option for growing kids, many don’t realize that chocolate milk has nutritional benefits, too – especially when it comes to exercise recovery.
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Exercise could reduce period pain, study suggests
Exercising can reduce symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle, according to a global study.
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Gov. DeSantis wants 'Stand Your Ground' expanded
Gov. Ron DeSantis is suggesting changes to Florida law, including an expansion to its self-defense law commonly known as Stand Your Ground.
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OSAA shifts sports start to February, keeps three-season plan
The Oregon School Activities Association announced Monday it would be pushing back the calendar again. Previously the plan was to get things going by the end of this month. Now practices are set to start in February, with the first games in March.
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Going maskless is a key factor in Covid-19 outbreaks at gyms, studies say
Wearing masks and other safety precautions are key to stop the spread of Covid-19 during indoor group exercise, according to two new reports published by the US Centers for Disease and Prevention.
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Houston Parks and Recreation Department Utilizes Goats to Assist with Habitat Restoration
The Houston Parks and Recreation Department (HPARD) is hosting a herd of over 150 goats at FM Law Park to assist with habitat restoration. The goats are being used to remove unwanted vegetation in the forested area of the park where the Parks and Recreation Department is implementing a habitat restoration project.
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COVID Data Tracker – Fall Boost
On September 1st, the CDC recommended that all ages 12 years and older in the U.S. receive an updated Covid 19 booster before a possible surge in illnesses later this fall and winter. Staying up on all vaccines - especially those with compromised immune systems who should stay up to date on your vaccines & boosters to significantly reduce the risk of getting sick, being hospitalized, or even dying. Like the original boosters, the updated doses help restore much needed protection that might have gone down since your last dose, but they also give extra protection for yourself and those around you against the most recent variants.
