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The Biden Pick: Representation Matters
It is time for African American Woman on the Supreme Court
President Joe Biden made many promises to Americans on the campaign trail in 2020. One of which was to ensure that appointments he made would reflect the diverse nature of these united states. A more specific nod to diversify was his commitment to nominate an African American woman to the Supreme Court. With the announcement of Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer’s retirement, President Biden is posed to stand by his word and make history while doing so.
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China censored a top livestreamer on the eve of June 4. Now his fans are asking about the Tiananmen Square massacre
For decades, the Chinese government has sought to erase all memories of its bloody military crackdown on the Tiananmen Square protests, especially around the anniversary on June 4.
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Amber Heard says she will stand by her testimony to her 'dying day'
Amber Heard has spoken out about everything from the public's treatment of her during her defamation trial with ex-husband Johnny Depp to whether she was telling the truth about his alleged abuse.
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Are Utah schools getting their money's worth for $665 million they spend on administrative costs?
Are Utah schools getting their money's worth for the $665 million they spend on administrative costs?
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Urban One, Inc. Founder Cathy Hughes Inducted Into the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame
Hughes Joins Fellow Crown Jewel of Excellence Black Music Month Class of 2022 Inductees Kenny Gamble & Leon Huff, Robert Smith, RUN DMC, T.D. Jakes, The Clark Sisters, NAS, Angela Bassett, Patti LaBelle and Prince.
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Wobbly on one leg? Ability to balance is linked to a longer life, study finds
An inability to stand on one leg for 10 seconds in later life is linked to nearly double the risk of death from any cause within the next decade, according to a new study.
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Cynthia Bailey Says Fibroids Left Her in a ‘Dark Place’
It’s been a decade since former “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Cynthia Bailey got treatment for her fibroids, but she still remembers how they impacted so many aspects of her life, both mentally and physically, causing her to feel like a “disaster”.
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No Matter the Issue, Republicans Always Say No
Just say no. That seems to sum up the position of Republicans in the Congress these days. For all the talk about bipartisan compromise or about the two parties working together, at the end of the day, the Republican position is simply to say no.
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South Texas College of Law Houston to Honor Three Exceptional Alumni at 2021 Alumni Association Annual Luncheon
South Texas College of Law Houston (STCL Houston) will honor three exceptional graduates Sept. 28 at its 2021 Alumni Association Annual Luncheon at Hotel ZaZa-Houston Museum District.
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Take Control of Your Asthma and Allergies During This Peak Season
May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
For almost 40 years, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has declared May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. It is a time to recognize the impact of asthma and allergies on individuals and families across the country. Harris County Public Health (HCPH) aims to educate its residents about these conditions, triggers, and treatments, to help people with asthma and allergies better manage their symptoms.
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Houston Mayoral Race Appears Headed for a Runoff
Whitmire, Jackson Lee in a Dead Heat for Mayor, Yet Whitmire Leads in Runoff
Less than two weeks before the start of early voting, the top two candidates vying to become Houston’s next mayor are locked in a virtual tie, with John Whitmire and Sheila Jackson Lee each drawing support from about one-third of likely voters.
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FDA plans to propose ban on hair-straightening chemical products linked to health risks
The US Food and Drug Administration is planning to propose a ban on certain hair-straightening products, such as chemical relaxers and pressing products, that have been linked to health risks, according to an entry in the Unified Agenda, which lists actions that administrative agencies plan to issue.
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MLK Day encourages service
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is celebrated on the third Monday in January, although King was actually born on the 15th of January 1929, 94 years ago.
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Prince Harry returns to UK to be at King Charles’ side - a rare moment of unity amid family rift
Prince Harry has flown back to the United Kingdom to see his father, according to media reports, after the shock announcement on Monday from Buckingham Palace that King Charles III has cancer.
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1 in 5 women – and even more Black, Hispanic mothers – report mistreatment during maternity care, according to CDC report
About 1 in 5 women were mistreated while receiving maternity care, and nearly a third faced discrimination, according to a new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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FEMA announces $3 billion for climate resiliency as time runs low for Congress to replenish its disaster fund
In a record-breaking year of disasters, the Federal Emergency Management Agency is announcing nearly $3 billion Monday for communities to build resiliency against climate change-fueled extreme weather.
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Million-Dollar-Plus Nails of America First Colony Sugar Land Location To Debut on Sunday, July 23 in Sweetwater Plaza
Opening Day to Feature Traditional Vietnamese Lion Dance at 10:00 AM and 30% Off All Services
Greater Houston’s newest Nails of America location is debuting on July 23 at 4777 Sweetwater Blvd. in Sugar Land, bringing the footprint of locally-based parent Nails of America | Milano Nail Spa to nearly 70 locations. The Sugar Land unveiling marks another milestone in an unprecedented year of growth for the company and follows openings this month that include Milano Nail Spa Galleria and Milano Nail Spa Flower Mound (DFW), the first expansion unit outside of Houston. An acclaimed staff with an unwavering commitment to excellence now exceeds 1,000 companywide – a figure that represents mostly first and second-generation Americans.
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Former pastor charged with killing 8-year-old girl who was walking to Bible camp nearly 50 years ago
An 83-year-old former pastor has been charged with the kidnapping and murder of a neighboring pastor’s daughter in 1975, Pennsylvania officials announced Monday.
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Nearly 30,000 objects are hurtling through near-Earth orbit. That’s not just a problem for space
Once upon a time, gazing at the night sky was an escape from manmade messiness on Earth. Not anymore.
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Sweden clears final hurdle in bid to join NATO after Hungary approves accession
Hungary’s parliament overwhelmingly approved Sweden’s bid to join NATO on Monday, clearing the way for the Nordic nation’s accession to the alliance after nearly two years of intense negotiations and dealing a geopolitical blow to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
