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A handgun found by the Transportation Security Administration in carry-on baggage at Baltimore/Washington International Airport./Credit: TSA
Published on August 10, 2020
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Everything you've heard about picking a vice president is wrong
Sometime this week -- maybe as soon as today! -- Joe Biden will announce his vice presidential running mate. Until that moment, the speculation over who he might pick (and why) will run rampant. And the vast majority of it will be totally wrong.
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Thunderstorms can trigger asthma attacks that need hospitalization, study says
The calm before the storm isn't really so calm, at least not for anyone with asthma or other severe breathing disorders, new research shows.
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Illinois' breakout star in a hazy economic landscape: recreational marijuana
It only took a few months for Illinois' budding recreational marijuana industry to blossom -- even during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Protesters gather outside Ferguson Police Department on anniversary of Michael Brown's death
Protesters demonstrated outside the Ferguson Police Department on Sunday night to mark the 6th anniversary of the police killing of Michael Brown.
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Marijuana use during pregnancy linked to autism in babies, study says
In what they call the largest study ever done, researchers found using marijuana while pregnant may increase the risk that a child will develop autism.
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Houses explode in Baltimore, trapping people inside
A major explosion occurred in a residential area in Baltimore, where several people, including children, are trapped, a local firefighters union said on Twitter.
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Hong Kong pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai arrested under new national security law
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, known for his support of the city's pro-democracy movement and criticism of China, has been arrested on suspicion of "colluding" with foreign forces, according to local police.
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Rachael Ray and family safe after house fire
Celebrity chef and talk show host Rachael Ray escaped a fire in her upstate New York home unscathed, officials confirmed to CNN on Monday.
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Will Richard Branson ever be Richard Branson again?
Richard Branson loves a challenge. The Virgin Group founder has built a reputation, and his more than $4 billion fortune, on the back of his willingness to take bold risks and venture into new areas of business.
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Lebanon's government to step down Monday in wake of Beirut blast, state TV reports
Lebanon's government is expected to step down on Monday night, less than a week after a massive explosion in Beirut killed more than 160 people and sparked days of violent protests.
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Congressman Al Green Announces Free Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Site at Christ Temple of Deliverance, August 10-15
On Monday, August 10, 2020, Congressman Al Green – in conjunction with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), State Representative Ron Reynolds (HD-27), Bishop Destry C. Bell, Sr. of Christ Temple of Deliverance – will launch a free drive-thru COVID-19 testing site at Christ Temple of Deliverance. Members of the press are invited for Q&A and to capture b-roll footage on Monday at 11:00 AM.
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Wounded Warriors
Astros looking to stay in contention while they get healthy
I can imagine how hard it is for Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker to keep it all together from day-to-day. As someone who takes pride in giving his all to his job and making no excuses, I am pretty sure he wants to scream out these words every time he gets the daily injury report.
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Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker
Published on August 9, 2020
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Mobile Meals: Wells Fargo, Feeding America Introduce Drive-Up Food Bank Program
Wells Fargo parking lots become mobile food distribution centers this summer as the company teams with local food banks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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CRUISIN’ The USA: Chevrolet To Host Week-Long Virtual Fan Experience Celebrating Past, Present Vehicles
Iconic Vehicles and Chevy Experts Make Appearances Daily
Chevrolet is reimagining summer car cruising through a weeklong virtual festival – Cruisin’ the USA in your Chevrolet – that celebrates more than a century of the brand’s automotive history. Hosted on Chevy’s social media channels from August 10-16, the event is designed to take viewers back in time to experience the brand’s rich heritage of innovation, design and passion.
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All-Star outfielder George Springer listed day-to-day with wrist strain
The Astros suffered a minor setback in Thursday’s game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. All-Star center fielder George Springer had to leave the game after he suffered a right wrist strain in the bottom of the fifth inning. Springer made a brilliant diving catch to hinder Arizona’s Andy Young from getting a hit.
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Jeff Green is helping the Rockets prepare to make a deep run with his play off the bench
For some, February 17, 2020 was just another Monday where people on social media usually complaining about going back to work and how they wish they could have just one more day at home.
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Houston Legal Community Bands Together To Form Evictions Assisitance Coalition
Federal CARES Act Eviction Protection Expired July 26th
The Houston Bar Association (HBA) is collaborating with Houston Volunteer Lawyers; Houston Lawyer Referral Service; Dispute Resolution Center; Lone Star Legal Aid; South Texas College of Law Houston; Thurgood Marshall School of Law Earl Carl Institute for Legal and Social Policy, Inc; and University of Houston Law Center to respond to the Houston evictions crisis. Greater Houston Area residents needing legal assistance regarding an eviction are invited to visit HBA.org/Evictions for information on free legal representation for low-in- come persons, a self-representation tool kit, mediation, lawyer referrals and more.
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UH Medical Students to Receive First White Coats
College of Medicine Inaugural Class White Coat Ceremony on Aug. 8 to be Livestreamed
The University of Houston College of Medicine will welcome 30 newly-minted medical students to their chosen profession during a White Coat Ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 8 at the Hilton University of Houston. The ceremony is designed to clarify for students, prior to their entrance into the medical community, that a physician’s responsibility is to both take care of patients and also care about patients.
