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Dangerous artificial marijuana, with names like K2 and Spice, is used less in states where weed is legalized
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Mike Pompeo meeting with January 6 committee on Tuesday, source says
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Issey Miyake, influential Japanese fashion designer, dies aged 84
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Biden begins his victory lap after string of legislative wins
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Fort Bend County Judge KP George Hosts Free Community Resource Fair
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Houston Texans Unveil Fan First Deals to Elevate Gameday Experience for Fans
Total average of 20% decrease on four most-ordered concessions items
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What should people know about Paxlovid rebound?
After being diagnosed with Covid-19 last month, President Joe Biden recently tested negative for the coronavirus, only to test positive again a few days later. Biden had taken the antiviral medication Paxlovid, which has been associated with some patients testing positive again for the virus after completing treatment.
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Published on August 8, 2022

