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Rucker Roots Debuts Natural Hair Care Line at Select Walmart Stores, Revolutionizing Hair Care for All!
Houston, get ready to elevate your hair care routine with the arrival of Rucker Roots at select Walmart stores nationwide! This exciting launch brings the acclaimed hair care line to a broader audience, making natural and effective hair care more accessible than ever before.
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“Off-the-Registry” Gift Ideas for the Newlyweds This Wedding Season Give a Gift That’s Outside of the Box
A wedding gift is an opportunity to congratulate the newlywed couple as they officially begin their new life together. While gift registries provide guests with an idea of what the couple needs to build a home, it’s often the off-the-registry gifts that end up meaning the most. While it’s important to respect the wishes of the newlyweds and give them what they’ve asked for, there’s sure to be a perfect gift out there that they didn’t even know they wanted. If you're shopping for a present that's more memorable than a toaster, consider these "out-of-the-ordinary" picks.
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Austin startup Rhythmo announces first all-in-one, DIY midi drum machine kit, the Beatbox
Rhythmo creates music-making tool promoting STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) concepts to aspiring musicians of all ages at an affordable price point
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Biden administration announces launch of HHS office focused on long Covid research
A new office has been formed within the US Department of Health and Human Services to lead the nation’s response to the lingering effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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House panel unanimously approves bill that could ban TikTok
A powerful House committee advanced a bill on Thursday that could lead to a nationwide ban against TikTok on all electronic devices, renewing lawmakers’ challenge to one of the world’s most popular social media apps and highlighting unresolved fears that TikTok may pose a Chinese government spying risk.
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Thousands of dollars worth of birds stolen from pet shop
Police are investigating after they said several high-priced birds were stolen from a pet store early Tuesday morning.
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Bakers worry price of butter may signal shortage on cusp of the holidays
The holidays are fast-approaching and that means bakers will be busy. Those who've already begun their cookie-decorating may have noticed that the price of butter is up from last year. Some bakers are also worried that there could be a butter shortage.
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France and Germany 'seeking full clarity' from US and Denmark on spying report
France and Germany are "seeking full clarity" on a report claiming that one of Denmark's intelligence agencies helped the United States spy on several senior European officials, including German Chancellor Angela Merkel, French President Emmanuel Macron said Monday.
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Five Month Old Beauty Brand, I'mat Dream, Partners with Walmart to Offer Wide Range of Cruelty-Free Beauty Products
New beauty brand, I’mat Dream, is proud to announce its partnership with Walmart just 5 months after its launch in July. The brand, which is known for providing cruelty-free goat milk products for the skin, hair, and body at affordable prices, has seen a significant increase in demand for its products.
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Macy’s Partners with Becca's Closet and Enhances Prom with Bold Accessories
Shoppers still looking for the perfect dress? Macy’s has stylish looks from two-piece gowns to head-to-toe sequins available in all sizes and price points. Complete any prom look with the perfect finishing touches. Macy’s has a curated collection of prom accessories that will compliment any style including statement necklaces and earrings, hair clips, handbags and more.
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Buffalo mass shooting suspect to be arraigned Thursday on 25 counts, including murder
The 18-year-old indicted in last month's racist supermarket shooting in Buffalo, New York, that left 10 people dead is scheduled to be arraigned Thursday afternoon, a spokesperson for the Erie County prosecutor said.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston launches new teen social justice initiative
Be The Change You Want 2 See
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) just launched its new teen social justice initiative called Be The Change You Want 2 See with three events last week to educate and inspire teen Club members to be catalysts for social change and racial justice in Houston and our nation. The objective of the initiative is to amplify youth voices and activism through critical and intentional conversations, artistic expression and service learning projects. The youth-led initiative uses the hashtag #bethechangeBGCGH.
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FAIR Health Launches Next-Generation Healthcare Planning Tool for New Yorkers
FAIR Health has launched a groundbreaking website, YouCanPlanForThis.org, aimed at transforming how people in New York State engage in healthcare planning. A next-generation transparency tool, the free site gives New Yorkers unprecedented access to accurate medical and dental costs and comprehensive educational resources, so they can plan financially for a procedure or episode of care.
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Ford drops the price of its Tesla competitor
Ford is boosting production of its popular Mustang Mach-E electric SUV and dropping its sticker price weeks after Tesla dropped prices of its vehicles. The move represents a substantial roll-back of price hikes Ford announced last summer on the 2023 models -- but buyers may still be paying somewhat more than before the increases.
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Salvation Army Opens Its 1st Nonprofit Grocery Store in Baltimore to Combat Food Deserts
The Salvation Army is adding healthy grocery shopping to its list of charitable endeavors.
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Costco testing new system for entering stores
Bad news if you’re mooching off of someone else’s Costco membership: The retail giant is cracking down.
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Paint is the latest product facing supply shortages and higher prices
As the global supply chain crisis continues to roil the global economy, the list of impacted industries is growing by the day. The latest: paint.
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Surging restaurant prices make dining out a luxury
If you’ve opted to cook a romantic meal at home with your partner this Valentine’s Day — no matter how it comes out — know that you’re saving a decent amount of money compared to couples dining out.
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Baby formula arrives in Indianapolis from Germany on US military aircraft to address critical need
A shipment of 35 tons of baby formula has arrived Sunday in Indianapolis on a US military aircraft from Germany to address a nationwide shortage.


