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Guinness World Records Honors African American Civil War Memorial on February 1, the First Day of Black History Month 2024
The African American Civil War Memorial Freedom Foundation proudly announces a historic achievement: the African American Civil War Memorial Wall of Honor has been officially recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the "Most Names on a War Memorial." This esteemed recognition, bestowed on February 1, coinciding with the commencement of Black History Month, commemorates the extraordinary contributions of 209,145 Black soldiers and their white officers.
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Houston Museum of African American Culture Reveals Guest Jurors for the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is thrilled to introduce the esteemed guest jurors for the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize: Daisha Board and Phillip A. Townsend. Together with Christopher Blay, Chief Curator at HMAAC, Board and Townsend will have the honor of selecting the recipient of the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize. This prestigious award, established in memory of the late Bert Long Jr., celebrates his enduring artistic legacy and contributions to the Houston art scene. The winner of the prize will receive a $3,000 cash award and a solo exhibition in the Bert Long Jr. Gallery at HMAAC, with the grand announcement scheduled for April 12, 2024, at HMAAC.
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Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin" Premieres Feb 16th on Apple TV+
Get ready to step back into the beloved neighborhood with Snoopy and the Peanuts Gang as they unveil the heartwarming origin tale of one of their cherished companions, Franklin! Set to premiere globally on Apple TV+ on February 16th, "Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin" invites audiences on a delightful journey into the life of Franklin Armstrong, the trailblazing character introduced into the Peanuts Gang over 50 years ago.
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Published on February 9, 2024
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The Blount County Sheriff's Office is looking for Kenneth Dehart, who is a suspect in a fatal officer-involved shooting, officials said. Mandatory Credit: Blount County …
Published on February 9, 2024
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Tennessee: Manhunt underway - man suspected of fatally shooting sheriff’s deputy/injuring another
A search is underway in east Tennessee for a man suspected of shooting and killing a sheriff’s deputy and injuring another during a traffic stop on Thursday, authorities said.
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Del Solar leaves the course after a historic round. Mandatory Credit: Hector Vivas/Getty Images
Published on February 9, 2024
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Mr. 57: Chilean golfer Cristóbal Del Solar sets new PGA Tour record round
Cristóbal del Solar wrote his name into the history books on Thursday, as the Chilean golfer shot a 13-under 57 at the Astara Golf Championship to set the new record for the lowest round ever shot at a PGA Tour-sanctioned event.
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Ford has ‘Skunk Works’ team trying to make lower-cost EVs
Ford says it has a top-secret, high-powered team working to design its future electric vehicles. It’s part of a quest to compete profitably against Tesla and lower cost EV makers from China.
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GOOD NEWS FOR FED: REVISED INFLATION DATA CONFIRMS LAST YEAR’S PROGRESS
Last year, the Federal Reserve was caught off guard when the Bureau of Labor Statistics released revised Consumer Price Index figures showing inflation rose in December 2022 and did not fall as previously thought.
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She arranged date with guy met on plane; he didn’t show - she unexpectedly met future husband
When the guy she’d met on the plane asked her out, Cristina Farina said yes without hesitation.
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Netanyahu directs Israeli military to draw plan to evacuate more than one million people from Rafah as offensive looms
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has directed the country’s military to plan for the “evacuation of the population” from Rafah, his office said in a statement on Friday, ahead of an anticipated ground assault on the southern Gaza city.
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Prince Harry gets ‘substantial’ payout in phone-hacking case against UK tabloid
Prince Harry will receive a “substantial” payout after settling the remaining parts of his phone-hacking case against the publisher Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN), his lawyer told the High Court in London Friday, according to the UK’s PA Media news agency.
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JSU Sonic Boom of the South Alumni Band Joins Forces with Rap Icon Drake on "It’s All A Blur" Tour
When Drake and J.Cole launched their highly anticipated "It's All A Blur – Big as the What?" tour in Tampa, Florida on February 2nd, fans were in for a surprise. Amidst the excitement surrounding the megastars' collaboration, the appearance of Jackson State University's Sonic Boom of the South Alumni Marching Band at Amalie Arena took social media by storm. This unexpected partnership between a rap icon and a legendary marching band has captivated audiences across the nation.
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Dedication Before Constraint for Marital Success
How times change. I once read that in the 1950s a professor at a major state university was fired when an interview in the student newspaper quoted him as saying that it would be a good idea for students to live together before getting married. In the 21st century, cohabitation before marriage has become normative, with about 70% of couples moving in together before they marry. It is accepted by most people as axiomatic that moving in before marriage is an important way to test the relationship.
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Alexis Morris Joins Harlem Globetrotters: An Iconic Addition to Basketball's Legacy
The Harlem Globetrotters, synonymous with basketball excellence and entertainment, proudly announce the signing of former Louisiana State University (LSU) star and WNBA draftee, Alexis Morris. This historic signing marks a significant milestone in both Morris' career and the illustrious history of the Harlem Globetrotters.
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UHD's Trailblazing Mentorship Program: IRS Criminal Investigation Agents to Guide UHD Students
University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is proud to pioneer an innovative mentorship initiative in collaboration with the IRS Criminal Investigation's Houston Field Office. This groundbreaking program will pair select UHD students from the Marilyn Davies College of Business with seasoned special agents, offering invaluable guidance and mentorship as they embark on their professional journeys.
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Special Agent in Charge Ramsey E. Covington, of the Houston Field Office
Published on February 8, 2024
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Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro to report to prison
Peter Navarro, a former trade adviser to President Donald Trump who was convicted of contempt of Congress, has been ordered to report to prison after a judge denied Navarro’s effort to stay out of prison while he appeals the conviction.
