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Harris escalates administration calls for Gaza ceasefire
Vice President Kamala Harris on Sunday forcefully called for more humanitarian aid into Gaza, saying that people in the region are “starving” in the face of “inhumane” conditions and urging Israel to do more in one of the strongest pushes by a US official to date.
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France becomes world’s first country to enshrine abortion rights in constitution
France became the world’s first country to enshrine abortion rights in its constitution on Monday, the culmination of an effort that began in direct response to the US Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
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Supreme Court keeps Trump on Colorado ballot, rejecting 14th Amendment push
The Supreme Court ruled Monday that former President Donald Trump should appear on the ballot in Colorado in a decision that follows months of debate over whether the frontrunner for the GOP nomination violated the “insurrectionist clause” included in the 14th Amendment.
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‘You just don’t get it.’ Judge admonishes NY man who fatally shot woman in his driveway and sentences him to 25 years to life
A judge strongly admonished a 66-year-old man Friday before sentencing him to 25 years to life in prison for shooting and killing a woman who was a passenger in a car that mistakenly drove up his driveway in rural New York last year.
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Gangs rule Haiti’s capital. Some say they’re ready to overthrow the government too
From above, Haiti’s capital city Port-au-Prince still looks serene, its white-washed homes climbing steep green hills that encircle a glittering bay. But to step onto its cracked streets requires a careful calculation of risk and reward.
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Jack Teixeira pleads guilty to leaking sensitive national defense information
The Massachusetts Air National Guardsman accused of posting a trove of highly classified intelligence reports and other documents on social media pleaded guilty on Monday to willfully retaining and disseminating national defense information.
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Memphis mayor meets with gang leaders to request ceasefire in effort to curb city’s gun violence
A record-breaking 398 people fell victim to homicides in Memphis last year – a noticeable jump from the 190 reported five years ago. And with more than 600 major violent crimes so far in 2024, including at least 40 homicides, Tennessee’s second-most populous city is off to another turbulent start.
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George & Barbara Bush Foundation Announces 41@100: A Celebration of George H.W. Bush on His 100th Birthday
The George & Barbara Bush Foundation is organizing a three-day celebration, 41@100: A Celebration of George H.W. Bush, from June 11-13, 2024, at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Center on the Texas A&M University campus in College Station, Texas.
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Philly LGBT Affairs executive director yells, ‘I work for the mayor,’ as she films her and her husband’s arrest
Philadelphia’s head of LGBT affairs and her husband were arrested by a state trooper Saturday, in what the mayor is calling a “very concerning,” interaction, according to a video circulating on social media, which was confirmed by police.
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Taylor Swift is related to famed poet Emily Dickinson and now it all makes sense
Turns out Taylor Swift was spot on naming her forthcoming album, “The Tortured Poets Department.”
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What you should know to reduce the risk of prostate cancer
Prostate cancer remains a significant concern in my practice, which is why I emphasize the importance of early detection. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be nearly 300,000 new cases of prostate cancer and about 35,000 deaths in 2024.
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Firefighters battling ‘monster’ Texas wildfire contend with strong winds and heat as residents grapple with lost homes
The biggest inferno in Texas history was being fueled by winds and high temperatures as it raged Sunday, threatening to incinerate more buildings, cattle and livelihoods across the Texas Panhandle while residents sift through ashes of what used to be homes.
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Elevate Your Spring Break: Fort Bend County Libraries Offer Exclusive Teen Activities
Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) are your go-to destination for an unforgettable Spring Break experience tailored exclusively for high school teens (grades 9-12). From engaging gaming sessions to creative craft circles and everything in between, these specially curated programs offer a perfect blend of fun, learning, and socializing.
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Embark on a Furry Adventure: Teddy-Bear Camp at Mission Bend Branch Library
Spring Break transcends the bounds of age at Mission Bend Branch Library, where even teddy bears are invited to partake in a week-long escapade of fun and frolic. Welcome to "Teddy-Bear Camp at the Library," an enchanting journey tailored for children and their beloved stuffed companions.
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Why it’s not all doom and gloom for commercial real estate
After decades of growth bolstered by low interest rates and easy credit, commercial real estate has hit a wall.
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Houston Awaits City Council's Verdict on United Airlines' Terminal B Revamp at IAH
A monumental decision awaits the Houston City Council this Wednesday, March 6, as Mayor John Whitmire positions the United Airlines Terminal B expansion proposal at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on the imminent council docket.
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Harris County Gears Up for Groundbreaking Joint Primary Elections
Harris County is making history with its Joint Primary Elections set to take place tomorrow, March 5th. This pioneering event will see over 500 vote centers open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., offering voters the convenience to cast their ballots at any location under the countywide polling place program. Anticipation is high, and the county expects a strong voter turnout, following the impressive 211,000 votes already cast during the Early Voting period.
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UN agency accuses Israel of detaining/coercing staffers into false confessions about ties to Hamas
The UN agency for Palestinian refugees on Monday accused Israel of detaining and torturing some of its staffers, coercing them into making false confessions about the agency’s ties to Hamas.
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Certain types of ‘forever chemicals’ will no longer be used in US food packaging, FDA says
Certain kinds of greaseproofing “forever” chemicals called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, will no longer be used in food packaging in the US, the US Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday.
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Police release body camera video capturing Illinois police shooting man inside his home
A police department in suburban Chicago has released portions of several body camera videos capturing the moments police shot and killed a man inside his apartment bedroom. The videos fill in some key information about the incident but do not show why police opened fire.
