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Jay Z Launches Arrive To Invest In Startups
The rapper-entrepreneur is an investor in Uber, among other startups, but now he's formalizing his investor efforts: Roc Nation, Carter's entertainment firm, is launching a new business arm called Arrive.
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We're entering year two of the pandemic. Here's what happens next
Our global coronavirus nightmare is entering its second year, and we're hanging on the best we can.
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China: 'The US has launched a trade war'
The world's two biggest economies are now at war over trade. China accused the United States of firing the first shot on Friday when the White House confirmed that it would impose tariffs of 25% on $50 billion worth of Chinese goods.
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Suspect in racist mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket faces federal hate crime charges
Alleged mass shooter Payton S. Gendron faces multiple federal hate crime charges carrying the potential of the death penalty in the killing of 10 Black people last month at a Buffalo, New York, supermarket, the US Justice Department said Wednesday.
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Calling Putin a war criminal is a bigger deal than you think
Airstrikes on an art school and a maternity hospital. Residential apartment buildings taking fire from tanks. More than 900 civilians killed in a matter of weeks.
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“The Supreme Court Is On The Wrong Side of History”
Today’s Anti-Affirmative Action opinion issued by the U.S Supreme Court is a dark victory for extremists. A departure from the values embodied in our Declaration of Independence and Constitution which supported the executive orders of President Kennedy in March 1961 and President Johnson in September 1965. This ruling declares that all men and women are not created equal and advances the agenda of supremacist ideology. More irreverently, it undermines the sacrifices, lynchings, assassinations, and struggles of those who paid such a high price for freedom and civil rights.
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"Mattress Mack" to address Lone Star College-Montgomery class of 2018 at commencement Thursday, May 10
Congratulations to the Lone Star College-Montgomery class of 2018 who will be recognized for their achievements at the commencement ceremony Thursday, May 10, at 6 p.m. at The Woodlands Church-Fellowship Campus.
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Arts District Houston Launches with New Mural Project Paying Homage to Neighborhood's Rich History
Arts District Houston (the Arts District), a state-appointed Arts and Cultural District, will reveal its first major mural project since Art Alley at Sawyer Yards, with a new, interactive series that will reflect the rich history of Houston’s historic First and Sixth Wards. With five projects in the works, the murals will engage multiple artists across various mediums to reflect what is unique about the neighborhoods that make up the Arts District and culminate with an “Arts District Houston” mural in October during Arts District Month. A ribbon-cutting and unveiling event will formally introduce the Arts District, previously known as Washington Avenue Arts District, and the on-going mural project on August 30 at Henderson and Kane General Store from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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SpaceX to launch first Turkish astronaut aboard private European space mission
A SpaceX rocket is set to take off for the International Space Station on another trailblazing mission operated entirely by the private sector. On board will be a group of European astronauts, including the first person from Turkey aiming to visit outer space.
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H-E-B Quest for Texas Best 2021 call for entries now open
The annual competition expands beyond food products to include submissions for non-food items
Now in its eighth year, H-E-B Quest for Texas Best has expanded its search for the finest foods and beverages in the Lone Star State to also include non-food items. In addition to food creators and innovators, Texas-based purveyors of beauty items, toys, home goods, household necessities, gardening supplies, coolers and everything in between are now invited to join! The call for entries is now open, and submissions will be accepted February 24th through April 7th. Qualified participants will compete for a combined $70,000 in cash prizes and the opportunity to feature their product on H-E-B shelves across the state.
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First Lady Cecilia Abbott Announces New Partnership With Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission To Fight Human Trafficking
First Lady Cecilia Abbott today attended a press conference at the State Capitol in Austin where she announced a new partnership with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) to fight human trafficking. The First Lady was joined by TABC Chairman Kevin Lilly, Executive Director Bentley Nettles, State Rep. Tony Dale and TABC law enforcement officers. TABC unveiled a public service announcement featuring the First Lady and TABC officials that builds upon the statewide "Be The One" anti-human trafficking campaign.
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Dr. LaKesha Legree of Elev8 MD Wellness Center Launches Mental Health Awareness Campaign featuring William Bryant, Jr. of OWN’s Queen Sugar to Mark Its First Anniversary
Celebrating its first successful year in treating patients, Elev8 MD Wellness Center, Charlotte’s leading ketamine clinic, has launched a high-profile marketing campaign to raise awareness about mental illness and the possible treatments for patients. The ads feature actor William Bryant, Jr. of the Oprah Winfrey Network’s “Queen Sugar.”
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Alton Sterling Family Angry at Reports of DOJ Decision
The family of Alton Sterling was angry Tuesday night after media reports surfaced indicating a decision had been made on whether to prosecute two Baton Rouge, Louisiana, police officers in his death.
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Mortgage rates in America dropped to their lowest level since June
US mortgage rates continued to plunge this week – good news for home buyers who have been facing the least affordable housing market since the 1980s.
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Private astronaut missions to the ISS will soon require an experienced astronaut chaperone
Private astronaut missions to the International Space Station will have to be chaperoned by a former NASA astronaut, per new proposed requirements from the US space agency.
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H-E-B Celebrates 5th Year of Quest for Texas Best, Names Top 25 Contenders to Compete for $70,000 in Winnings
Final round set for August 9-10 in Austin
H-E-B has scoured the Lone Star State in search of the most delectable culinary creations from talented Texans with a flair for food. After tasty deliberations, 25 finalists were selected from more than 700 entrepreneurs from nearly 140 cities and towns across the state. The finalists will go head-to-head in the fifth annual Quest for Texas Best competition August 9-10 at the Central Texas Food Bank in Austin.
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Biden administration imposes new sanctions on Putin's daughters and Russian banks
The US announced new sanctions Wednesday on Russian financial institutions and individuals, including Russian President Vladimir Putin's two adult daughters, as it aims to increase economic pressure on Russia and Putin himself following horrific images from the Ukrainian city of Bucha.
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Apple Unveils Special-Edition iPhone 7 In Red
Apple unveiled Tuesday a special red version of the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, to commemorate the 10-year partnership between the tech giant and Red, an organization that helps fights AIDS. The special edition iPhones, which feature a red aluminum body, will come in 128GB and 256GB models starting at $749.
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Keep your immune system in top shape with these tips
For years, Dr. Ahmad Garrett-Price has been counseling patients about the need to keep their immune systems strong, emphasizing exercise, nutrition and sleep.
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NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope Achieves Milestone of Successfully Withstanding Launch Stresses
At Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) in Redondo Beach, NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope successfully validated its ability to perform key deployments for the first time since its post environmental testing of the Spacecraft Element (SCE) and integration of the SCE and Optical Telescope Element/Integrated Science Instrument Module (OTIS).
