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Texas’ TikTok ban hit with First Amendment lawsuit
Texas’s ban on TikTok at state institutions violates the First Amendment, claims a lawsuit filed Thursday by a group of academics and civil society researchers.
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'Right to Repair' Movement Could Risk Patient Care for Disadvantaged Communities
Cutting corners in the medical field is unacceptable
In state legislatures across the country the “right to repair” movement is gaining momentum. Thirty-three states and Puerto Rico considered right to repair legislation during the 2023 legislative session. And while this might be a good idea for some products, policymakers should oppose any attempts to weaken regulated safety requirements for repairing life-saving and life-enhancing medical devices. Patient safety is too great a risk.
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Serena Williams, Kim Kardashian and more red carpet looks from the CFDA Awards
On Monday night in New York City, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) presented its annual Fashion Awards at the American Museum of Natural History. It’s one of the biggest events of the year for industry insiders and creatives, as the ceremony aims to promote US designers on a global stage.
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'Four Hours at the Capitol' grimly recounts the events of Jan. 6 in a taut HBO documentary
As the Jan. 6 Committee continues its work, "Four Hours at the Capitol" presents a methodical, up-close-and-personal tick-tock of the insurrection, exposing what a chaotic, strange and yes, violent day that was. Interviewing members of Congress, police and protestors/rioters, it's a visceral account of what transpired through the eyes -- and cameras -- of those swept up in the moment.
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Florida GOP removes Christian Ziegler from party chairmanship amid sexual assault investigation
Florida’s Republican Party has removed Christian Ziegler as party chairman amid a sex scandal and a sexual assault investigation.
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Conductor invited refugees who’d never played instruments to join his orchestra changed his lifeed
Ron Davis Álvarez stood on a train platform in Stockholm, stunned by what he saw.
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Primaries in Michigan, Kansas and Missouri: 6 things to watch Tuesday
The dog days of summer are usually a low-key time for members of Congress to be with their family and constituents back home. But this August 4, some are running for their political lives, challenged by insurgent candidates on the left and right.
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The Far-Right Political Playbook Is a Threat to Our Health, Our Schools, and Our Democracy
The answer is disturbing. Our public health system is being put at risk by the same right-wing disinformation tactics that are undermining our educational and election systems.
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Kurios Review
Cirque De Soleil has not only taken over the idea of the “big top” with its extravagant exhibitions of artistry, they’ve rolled out series in the name of Michael Jackson & more. KURIOS, the latest series from the performance art troupe lived up to the predetermined hype in Houston.
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Nike Football’s Super Bowl Gives Back to Yates and Wheatley Students
Nike Football’s Super Bowl contribution wasn’t in the form of a massive party. Or even a display dedicated to their long standing relationship with the athletic community whether it be on the field or training. Instead the longstanding sportswear giant chose to give back to two outstanding football communities from two of the more historic districts in the city.
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The Only Taylor Swift Show
Sadly we couldn’t obtain red carpet space for the Country turned Pop Princess, however, we were privileged to attend what might be THE ONLY Taylor Swift concert of 2017.
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Super Bowl LI Pregame Festivities to Feature Headliner Zac Brown Band, with Fitz and the Tantrums
Three-time Grammy Award-winning artists ZAC BROWN BAND will headline Super Bowl LI pregame festivities at NRG Stadium in Houston on Sunday, February 5, the NFL announced today. Indie-pop group FITZ AND THE TANTRUMS will kick off the NFL Tailgate Party before turning over the floor to Zac Brown Band, and both performances will be televised live on the FOX NFL Sunday Pregame Show.
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HSM's Mens Classic Monday MCM: Tahir Moore: Comedies Ultimate Savage
Our Mens Classic Monday(#MCM) goes to Houston's very own Doughbeezy. Learn how this rapper is taking the culture of Houston hip hop and carrying it on his back.
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Gentrification, Charter Schools and the Death of the African American Inner City School
Every day on my way to work I pass by my old elementary school, Shadydale Elementary on Tidwell Rd. It was one of the crown jewels of the North Forest Independent School District that comprised four elementary schools, four middle schools, and two high schools. I remember Shadydale fondly; it was the first place I picked up a pencil to write a story.
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Yard House’s Menu Keeps Customers and the Restaurant Full
City Centre located at 800 Town and Center Boulevard in West Houston has become a hot spot for shopping, movie watching, and dining. The parking is plentiful, whether it’s in an outside lot or the free parking garage, this place seems to have covered all the bases to please the multitude of visitors that arrive Monday through Sunday.
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HISD Board of Education names Chief Academic Officer Grenita Lathan as acting superintendent
The Houston Independent School District Board of Education unanimously voted to name Chief Academic Officer Grenita Lathan as interim superintendent of the state’s largest school district.
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From the Classroom to the Stage: Eddie B Takes His Comedy On the Road
Teachers are some of the most underpaid and underappreciated individuals but they are not underproductive. Being that this is the situation of teachers, they naturally have some frustrations, a few complaints, and a lot of headaches about their job. However, there is not an outlet for them to be able to release such aggravation until Eddie B became their voice.
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HCDE Head Start Recruits Students for Immediate Openings in 4 Communities
Four Harris County Department of Education Head Start centers (Baytown, Humble, La Porte and Tidwell) are recruiting students ages 3-5 for preschool for the 2018-19 school year. In addition, Early Head Start services to children 6 weeks to 3 years of age are available at the Baytown Head Start Center.
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Former President George H.W. Bush's last words, as spoken to his son, George W. Bush
Former President George H.W. Bush spoke his final words in a phone call with his son, former President George W. Bush, a source familiar with Bush's final hours told CNN.
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The 34th Annual Houston – Texas Home & Garden Show Comes to NRG Center February 14-16, 2020
The 34th Annual Texas Home & Garden Show, the premier destination for the home and garden needs of all Houstonians will return to NRG Center from February 14-16, 2020. The Texas Home & Garden Show is the best resource for expert advice, money saving tips, remodeling ideas, landscape features and everything needed for home and garden projects.
