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Alabama carries out first known execution with nitrogen gas in the US
Alabama inmate Kenneth Smith was put to death Thursday night by nitrogen hypoxia, marking the nation’s first known execution using that method. Now the state’s attorney general wants to help other states interested in using the new form of capital punishment.
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Top UN court says Israel must take ‘all measures’ to prevent genocide in Gaza - stops short of calling for ceasefire
The UN’s top court ordered Israel to prevent genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, but stopped short of calling for Israel to suspend its military campaign in the war-torn enclave, as South Africa had requested.
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Astronomers search for water in space - make unprecedented discovery
Astronomers using the Hubble Space Telescope have detected water molecules in the atmosphere of a small, blazing-hot exoplanet 97 light-years from Earth.
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Empowering Houston's Heart: Bread of Life, Inc.'s Ongoing Mission
Since its inception in the early 90s, Bread of Life, Inc. has been a cornerstone of community transformation in the heart of Houston. Pastors Rudy and Juanita Rasmus began with a simple yet profound mission: to feed the city's homeless.
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NASA Empowers Student Innovators with TechRise Student Challenge - Unveils 60 Winning Teams
NASA proudly announces the triumphant culmination of its third TechRise Student Challenge, a groundbreaking nationwide competition designed to ignite the passion for technology, science, and space exploration among students. Sixty exceptional student teams from across the United States have emerged victorious, poised to transform their proposed science and technology experiments into reality. These innovative projects will take flight during NASA-sponsored suborbital flight tests scheduled for the upcoming summer.
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Spring Valley Chiropractor Sentenced to 25 Years Without Parole for Child Molestation
In a landmark decision, an unlicensed Spring Valley chiropractor, Stuart Fraser White, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison without parole for the molestation of children almost a decade ago. Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced this significant development, underscoring the commitment to safeguarding the community's most vulnerable members.
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Alabama plans to carry out first execution by nitrogen gas today
Alabama is poised to carry out the first known execution using nitrogen gas Thursday to put Kenneth Smith to death for his role in a 1988 murder for hire.
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Harvard student groups issued an anti-Israel statement
Billionaire hedge fund CEO Bill Ackman and several other business leaders are demanding Harvard University release the names of students whose organizations signed on to a letter blaming solely Israel for the deadly attacks by Hamas.
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After running almost 7,500 miles across Africa, man’s remarkable quest hangs in balance
A mission to become the first person to run the length of Africa appears to be in some jeopardy due to visa issues.
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US/Iraqi governments to start talks on future of US military presence in Iraqi
The US and Iraq are expected to soon begin talks on the future of the US military presence in the country, according to sources familiar with the matter, amid public calls from the Iraqi government for the US to withdraw its troops.
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The 737 Max grounding will cost Alaska Airlines $150 million
The grounding of the 737 Max 9 after a January 5 incident that blew a hole in the side of an Alaska Airlines plane earlier this month will cost the airline about $150 million, Alaska announced Thursday.
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Empowering Narratives: Black Public Media Secures $25,000 NEA Grant
Black Public Media (BPM), a Harlem-based national media arts nonprofit, is set to receive a $25,000 Grants for Arts Projects (GAP) award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). This prestigious grant aims to support BPM's initiative to bring public media and immersive content to diverse audiences across the U.S., further enriching the cultural landscape.
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US economy grew at shocking pace in fourth quarter
The US economy remained shockingly robust in the fourth quarter to close out a remarkably strong 2023 as consumers and businesses continued to spend, crushing expectations of a recession.
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NHMC Applauds Diversity in 2024 Academy Awards Nominations
The National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) extends heartfelt congratulations to the nominees of the 2024 Academy Awards. NHMC President and CEO, Brenda Victoria Castillo, releases a statement expressing appreciation for the recognition of actors and artists of color for their outstanding contributions.
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Pink Bows Foundation Tees Up for Texas Children’s Houston Open "Birdies for Charity" Campaign
Pink Bows Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to advocating for stronger safety protocols and providing safe spaces at large events, proudly announces its participation in the Texas Children’s Houston PGA Open through the Birdies for Charity Program.
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CAIR-Houston Applauds Felony Indictment in Dr. Talat Khan Murder Case
The Council on American-Islamic Relations' Houston chapter (CAIR-Houston) expresses deep appreciation for the recent felony indictment of Miles Fridrich in connection with the tragic murder of Dr. Talat Khan, a revered pediatrician and devoted community advocate.
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Philadelphia -Suspect in killing escaped while being transferred to hospital
A teenage suspect in a 2020 killing escaped from custody Wednesday while being transferred to a Philadelphia hospital, and investigators believe he’s had help evading capture, a source said.
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Honda Drives the Legacy of Support for HBCUs with Over $550,000 in New Grants
Honda has taken its commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to new heights with the launch of the "Drive the Legacy" initiative. This multifaceted program, designed to elevate Honda's longstanding support for HBCUs, encompasses educational and career opportunities, program and infrastructure support, outreach and advocacy, and unique experiences celebrating HBCU culture.
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Trials of Michigan school shooter’s parents set to limit who’s responsible for mass shooting
The parents of Ethan Crumbley, the teenager who in 2021 opened fire at his high school in Oxford, Michigan, are going on trial for manslaughter in cases that will test the limits of who is responsible for a mass shooting.
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Former Mayor Pro-Tem Ellen Cohen Backs Todd Litton's Bid for State Senate
In a significant endorsement, Former Mayor Pro-Tem Ellen Cohen has thrown her support behind Todd Litton for State Senate District 15, a position previously held by Mayor John Whitmire.
