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City of Houston Awards Five Scholarships to Area High School Seniors
Scholarships were awarded to five Houston area high school seniors who shared their thoughts on ways City of Houston employees could strengthen the city and improve quality of life for residents.
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City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Education Director Olivera Jankovska (front left) and Human Resources Department Director Jane Cheeks (front right) with Public Service Recognition …
Published on May 15, 2023
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The touching reason Virginia family hosted benefit for 9-year-old with cancer
A Mechanicsville family who lost their child to an infection while battling cancer held a benefit for another girl with the disease as a testament to their daughter's giving spirit.
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Riley Keough pays Mother's Day tribute to late mom Lisa Marie Presley
Riley Keough marked the first Mother's Day since the death of her mother Lisa Marie Presley with a tribute to her.
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Woman finds out she's 36 weeks pregnant with miracle child after 20 years of trying to conceive
All hope felt lost for one Green Country couple facing infertility issues until the shock of a lifetime brought them a sweet baby girl after 20 years of trying to conceive.
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All hope felt lost for one Green Country couple facing infertility issues until the shock of a lifetime brought them a sweet baby girl after …
Published on May 15, 2023
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Second grader donating haircare kits to foster children
This week's changemaker proves age ain't nothing but a number.
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'The Bear' Season 2 trailer will leave you hungry for more kitchen chaos
The first trailer for Season 2 of "The Bear" was released on Monday and, according to Carmy Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White), the crew of the Chicago sandwich shop wants to "start fresh and clean."
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CDC warns about potential risk of US mpox resurgence this summer
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is raising the alarm about the potential risk for new cases of mpox, previously known as monkeypox, to emerge this summer.
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Gas is almost $1 cheaper than a year ago
Filling up at the pump might not be cheap. But gas prices are miles away from last summer's nightmare.
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Gas prices have fallen since last Memorial Day. Mandatory Credit: Allen J. Schaben/Los Angeles Times/Getty Images
Published on May 15, 2023
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Who is John Durham, the special counsel who investigated the Trump-Russia probe?
John Durham, the special counsel who led the investigation into potential misconduct in the FBI's Trump-Russia probe, has made a career of investigating high-profile public corruption.
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Antidepressants and pregnancy may be a more nuanced conversation than you think
For people who have managed anxiety or depression with antidepressants, pregnancy can seem like a terrifying choice between mental health and the well-being of a future child.
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Reba McEntire joins 'The Voice' as a coach as Blake Shelton wraps up final season
As Blake Shelton's time on "The Voice" comes to an end, he'll be passing the torch to country music legend Reba McEntire.
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At least 3 people killed and 2 officers wounded in a shooting in Farmington, New Mexico, police say
Multiple people were shot and at least three killed in a shooting in Farmington, New Mexico, police said in a Facebook post.
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Don't use sugar substitutes for weight loss, World Health Organization advises
Don't use sugar substitutes if you are trying to lose weight, according to new guidance from the World Health Organization.
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Don't use sugar substitutes if you are trying to lose weight, according to a new guideline from the World Health Organization. Mandatory Credit: Adobe Stock
Published on May 15, 2023
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Concert Experience ‘He Rules The World’ Debuts with Kevin Sorbo & David Gaschen in Austin, Texas
Just in time for the holidays, a new, contemporary production of the Nativity story—He Rules The World—premiered early in December 2022 to entertain audiences in Austin, Texas with Broadway talent through song, narration, and imagery at the Dell Theatre. He Rules The World is a captivating live-concert and video experience that celebrates the true meaning of Christmas. The show features animations by Wonderstory and performances by internationally acclaimed talent, including vocalist David Gaschen (The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway), Narrator Kevin Sorbo (Hercules, God’s Not Dead), and more.
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New Initiative Invites Houstonians to Read Together
Mayor Sylvester Turner and Houston Public Library (HPL) announce a new citywide reading program: One Houston, One Book: Diverse Stories for a Diverse City. This new program highlights stories that celebrate our diverse backgrounds and experiences. Featured books are aimed at readers’ interest by age; they include Yangsook Choi’s “The Name Jar,” now considered a children’s literature classic; “Punching the Air,” a novel in verse for teens, by Ebi Zoboi and Dr. Yusef Salaam; and a memoir, “Once I Was You,” by award-winning journalist Maria Hinojosa.
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Halle Bailey's Performance of Part of Your World From Disneyland
Halle Bailey’s performance of Part of Your World from Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” is available now. The singer-actress, who stars as Ariel in the upcoming live-action film, performed the song for hundreds of fans in front of Sleeping Beauty’s castle at the Disneyland Resort. A new featurette on Bailey is available now as well. The Little Mermaid,” helmed by visionary filmmaker Rob Marshall, opens exclusively in theaters nationwide May 26, 2023.

