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Tillerson, Dunford to Meet with Russian Counterpart
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph Dunford meet face to face with their Russian counterparts Thursday, as the Trump administration evaluates the future direction of US-Russian relations.
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Legacy And Generational Wealth: A Black Father Special
This year is different- Juneteenth x Fathers day can only mean one thing! We get to talk about fatherhood, wealth, and legacy!
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Appreciating African American Music Stirs One’s Soul
Music is a great storyteller. Through written words, a story is told, of course. But, the story set to music also comes alive in all of us with the emotions the music evokes. Hearing a particular song can cause one to smile, cry, laugh, and/or feel comfort, pain, relaxation, or any other sentiment. And, in African American history, music has always been a storyteller for the messages and information music communicates. Slaves escaping the plantation often used the guise of music to send encrypted messages to each other. This is why music is so important to the African American culture and any culture in the world.
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UHD President Loren J. Blanchard Underscores Bold Strategic Direction for the University: "A New Paradigm" during 2022 State of the University Address
University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) President Loren J. Blanchard recently presented UHD’s accomplishments over the last year and his vision for the future to UHD stakeholders, including University of Houston System Chancellor Renu Khator, during his second Annual State of the University address. The seventh president of UHD, Blanchard took the helm of UHD in March of 2021, and through a rigorous strategic planning process, he has set the University on a new course called "A New Paradigm."
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Governor Abbott Attends Grand Opening Of New Dallas Holocaust And Human Rights Museum
Governor Greg Abbott today attended and delivered remarks at the grand opening of the new Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum. The Governor spoke on the importance of holocaust education and remembrance, and urged all Texans to pursue human dignity and freedom for all throughout the world. Following his remarks, Governor Abbott participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony for the museum alongside local leaders, human rights advocates, and survivors of the Holocaust.
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Houston Billionaire Tilman Fertitta Opens The Spa at The Post Oak Hotel
The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston announces today the opening of The Spa. The new, 20,000-square-foot urban oasis offers unique treatment rooms, including a couples suite with a sumptuous en-suite bathtub and shower; tranquility pools with body-contouring hot stoned daybeds; aromatherapy-infused steam rooms; detoxifying high temperature, low humidity saunas; multi-sensory thermal showers; state-of-the-art Technogym fitness center; and quiet lounges with zero gravity chairs to unwind after a busy day.
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FAST X | Watch the Big Game Spot
The end of the road begins. Fast X, the tenth film in the Fast & Furious Saga, launches the final chapters of one of cinema’s most storied and popular global franchises, now in its third decade and still going strong with the same core cast and characters as when it began.
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Houston Native Serves at Sea Aboard Navy’s Largest Warship
A Houston native and Pairland High School graduate, Seaman Angel Evans is serving on one of the world’s largest warships, the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69).
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H-TOWN Spotlight: 90sErx
What is HOUSTON without MUSIC? In today’s fast paced society, the world around us is constantly changing and so is music. With different dance moves, hype beats and trendy lingo daily on the radio, it can be difficult to get a jump-start in the industry. But, that is where 90sErx is changing the game. With the goal to achieve and overcome what is expected of generations - the group is compromised of inspiring artist born in the early 90's.
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Broken Silence: Harden holds his first press conference to silence some of the critics.
It has been a while since we have heard Rockets superstar James Harden speak and on Wednesday, he finally broke his silence and spoke to the media for the first time since Houston was eliminated by the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Playoffs earlier this year.
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Iconic Country Star Tim McGraw to Perform at 1DayHouston
Love Has No Limits (LHNL), a nonprofit working to address some of the nation’s most pressing challenges by harnessing the power of collaboration, announces award-winning country singer Tim McGraw as a headliner for 1DayHouston’s exclusive concert experience Sunday, April 30. McGraw will be celebrating the hard work of thousands of volunteers at Houston’s largest single-day giveback event, 1DayHouston. The first 32,000 registrants will gain access to one of two private concerts Saturday, April 29 or Sunday, April 30 after serving the minimum of 3 hours of volunteer work.
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Honoring the Legacy of Eddie Bernice Johnson: A Trailblazer for Equality and Science
Houston Style Magazine joins the nation in mourning the loss of a true pioneer, former Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson, who passed away at the age of 88. As we reflect on her nearly three decades of service in Congress, we remember a life dedicated to breaking barriers and advocating for science, technology, and the empowerment of communities in Texas and beyond.
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The Annual BBP Regatta Returns for its 51st Year
Houston's Long-standing Tradition Continues
After celebrating its half-century anniversary last year, the Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta is still going strong as the largest canoe and kayak race in Texas! Every year, hundreds of paddlers take part in this long-standing Houston tradition in support of Buffalo Bayou Partnership.
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Cutline: Commissioner Rodney Ellis, left, with Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Texas Southern University President Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young looking on, outlines the recently completed …
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Katlynn Simone BET's The Game
BET's The Game Katlynn Simone, a Houston Native sat down with Jo-Carolyn Goode of Houston Style Magazine. She talked about her debut single "Let Me Go", upcoming movie roles, TV roles, and her beginnings in Houston! Visit www.katlynnsimoneworld.com and keep up with @KatlynnSimone on twitter and IG. #KatNation
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24th Annual University of Houston Black Alumni Association Scholarship & Awards Gala
Houston Style Magazine Managing Editor Jo-Carolyn Goode and Reporter Jessica Crawford was at the 24th Annual University of Houston Black Alumni Association Scholarship & Awards Gala. Distinguished cougar alum were recognized for the impacts that they are making today. In addition, several current UH students received a scholarship.
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Kaitlyn Simone Ensemble Theatre's 2015 Annual Celebrity Gala
Houston Style Magazine reporter Bell talks with 2015 honorees at the Ensemble Theatre's 2015 Annual Celebrity Gala in Houston, TX. The Ensemble Theatre celebrates its 39th uninterrupted season as Houston’s premier African American performing arts institution with its gala themed: Follow the Dream: Celebrating the Empire.”
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Graciela “Gracie” Saenz Day
Photography by Vicky Pink - Mayor Sylvester Turner recognized the significant contributions of Hispanic Americans …
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Knot Standard Houston Showroom Launch
Photography by Vicky Pink On Thursday, December 11, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand …
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HISD Board to consider $2 billion budget, pay increases for teachers and stipends for all employees
Budget calls for no increase in property tax rate
The Houston Independent School District will consider passage today of a $2 billion budget for the 2020-2021 academic year which includes a $34.4 million salary and benefits package as well as an increase in employer contribution to health insurance premiums for employees.
