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House expects to vote on key government funding bills; lawmakers rush to beat shutdown deadline
The House is expected to vote on Wednesday to pass a package of six government funding bills as lawmakers race the clock to get the legislation through both chambers before an end of the week shutdown deadline.
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A daily step count goal may counteract effects of sitting
Ten thousand steps per day have long been known as the magic number needed to lower risk of disease and early death. What researchers didn’t know was whether the amount could have the same effect even for people who are sedentary most of the day.
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UK finance minister Jeremy Hunt poses with the red budget box outside his office on Downing Street in London on March 6. Mandatory Credit: Hannah …
Published on March 6, 2024
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Cash-strapped Britain cuts taxes for workers; election looms
UK finance minister Jeremy Hunt announced a tax cut for workers Wednesday as he unveiled what is likely to be the government’s last budget before a general election later this year.
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Many women fear for safety when running alone - how they prepare
Dorothy Beal switches up where and when she runs to avoid a pattern in case someone is watching her. She also waves at passing runners who appear friendly so that if she goes missing, someone may be able to pinpoint where she was last seen, she says.
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Drake promises first-time KC parents $20K
Two Kansas Citians are saying “We’ll Be Fine” after attending one of Drake’s concerts at the T-Mobile Center. Bebe Gist and Jaime Jimenez say the rapper gave them a new meaning to life with a promise of $20,000 Sunday.
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Nashville, TN: Family prepares to say goodbye to son after he was allegedly knocked unconscious by Nashville bar security guard
A family is trying to figure out how to say goodbye to their son as they plan to make the difficult decision to take 26-year-old Austin Turner off life support.
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Nashville, TN: Woman and child recorded while changing at Nashville gym
More charges have been filed against the man accused of recording women in private changing rooms at a Nashville gym.
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Shark warning signs still up at Kaimana Beach after shark encounter
Shark warning signs are still up after an aggressive shark took a bite out of a surfer's board on Monday.
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The shooting death of Elijah Edward Timmons III has been deemed self-defense. But his mother, Patricia King, still hopes for more closure and an arrest. …
Published on March 6, 2024
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Charges dropped against grieving Candler mother accused of disrupting son's crime scene
A Candler woman described as being "emotionally distraught and inconsolable" following the death of her son in a Hendersonville parking lot will not face charges, authorities said Tuesday.
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Honoring Legacy Through Arts: Houston Celebrates Black History Month with Controller Chris Hollins
February in Houston was marked by a reflective and inspiring celebration, as City Controller Chris Hollins spearheaded a profound Black History Month program, uplifting the hearts and minds of all present. Just one month into his tenure as City Controller, Hollins, who made a substantial mark as the Harris County Clerk by fortifying voting rights, continued his pursuit of justice and equality by commemorating the social justice legacy of Black Americans through the universal language of arts.
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Virtual Community Engagement Meeting for the Kingwood Diversion Ditch Flood Risk Reduction Project
The Harris County Flood Control District will hold a virtual community engagement meeting for the Kingwood Diversion Ditch Flood Risk Reduction Project. The purpose of this meeting is to inform residents about the project’s status, share project information and gather important community input on this effort.
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Montreux Jazz Festival Miami Hits All the Right Notes in Coconut Grove!
The inaugural edition of Montreux Jazz Festival Miami took the city by storm, captivating audiences with three days of unforgettable performances at The Hangar in Coconut Grove from March 1 to 3. Showcasing a diverse lineup of musical talents against the backdrop of Miami's vibrant culture, the festival delivered an unparalleled experience that left attendees spellbound.
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Fox News founder, Rupert Murdoch, has taken his UK right-wing outlet TalkTV off the air. Mandatory Credit: Victoria Jones/Press Association/AP via CNN Newsource
Published on March 5, 2024
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Rupert Murdoch pulls Fox News-style channel off air in UK after failing-audience
Rupert Murdoch is pulling the plug on the television broadcast of his right-wing UK outlet TalkTV, a blow to the media mogul who launched the opinion-focused venture just two years ago with an aim of replicating the success of Fox News in the UK.
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Free home Covid-19 test program suspended this week
The US government’s free at-home Covid-19 test program will be suspended Friday, according to the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response.
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Lock Lips with the Best Vibe Dining Experience in Houston: KISS!
There’s no question that Houston is one of the best cities that you can travel to for an amazing #Foodie experience. Even #TikTok famous food reviewer #KeithLee put Houston as one of his favorite food cities. We have everything here, from cultural food trucks to Instagram-able dining experiences like KISS!
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Hamas responds to ceasefire proposal; accuses Israel of ‘stalling’
Hamas said Tuesday there could be no “exchange of prisoners” before a ceasefire in Gaza, as it responded to proposals from Egyptian and Qatari mediators.
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Jason Kelce speaks during the NFL football press conference announcing his retirement in Philadelphia on March 4. Mandatory Credit: Matt Rourke/AP via CNN Newsource
Published on March 5, 2024
