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How Princess Charlotte, 2, just made royal history
Move over, #RoyalBaby. Princess Charlotte, not even 3, has just made history.
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Kate and William can afford 3 kids. Many Brits cannot
For the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, having three kids won't break the bank. For many other Millennial Brits, a family of that size just isn't an option.
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Houston Ballet to Give a Performance in the Woodlands, TX
Houston Ballet will hit the road, traveling just north of their home venue to perform an exciting mixed repertory program at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands, TX on Friday, May 4, 2018. The evening will include four enthrallingly diverse ballets that will highlight the company’s extraordinary range, artistic depth, and technical excellence. Lawn and mezzanine seating are free for the performance and reserved orchestra seats are available for $20. The event is generously sponsored by The Humphreys Foundation.
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East End to Host Cinco de Mayo and Piñatafest in “El Corazon de la Comunidad”
The East End District, in partnership with the East End Foundation, Houston Arts Alliance, Houston First and other cultural and arts organizations of the Houston area will bring colorful festivities for children and adults alike to the award-winning Navigation Esplanade on Cinco de Mayo (May 5th).
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Beyoncé awards $25K Homecoming Scholars Award to TSU
Google.org to match BeyGOOD grant to support Texas Southern scholars
Beyoncé, through her BeyGOOD initiative, has announced a partnership with Google.org, the charitable arm of tech giant Google, to award four new scholarships to Historic Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as part of her Homecoming Scholars Award Program.
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Virtual music lesson hub Care2Rock gears up for official launch on May 3
Socially conscious online music platform gears up for official VIP launch event at The Townsend featuring live performance by Suzanna Choffel, with ticket and guitar giveaway
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Most Houstonians believe more regulation would have ‘significantly reduced’ Harvey damage
Rice U.’s 2018 Kinder Houston Area Survey reveals that residents continue to say traffic is still area’s biggest problem and majorities believe that more money is needed for public education
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Commends the Decision to fire the deputy who Shot and Killed Danny Ray Thomas
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, senior Member of the House Committees on Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Budget, and Ranking Member of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security and Investigations, released the following statement following the decision to fire the deputy who killed Danny Ray Thomas:
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Beyoncé Partners with Google.org for Homecoming Scholars Award Program
Google.org matches her original $100,000 grant; BeyGOOD urges other businesses to do the same
Beyoncé, through her BeyGOOD initiative, announces a partnership with Google.org, the charitable arm of tech giant Google, to award four new scholarships as part of her Homecoming Scholars Award Program. The iconic performer also issues a challenge to other businesses to join Google.org in investing in excellence through education.
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Mike Pompeo, Trump's pick to be secretary of state, faces key committee vote
President Donald Trump's pick to be secretary of state faces a key committee vote Monday evening, where Mike Pompeo is not expected to have enough support for a favorable recommendation, a distinction not seen before in recorded US history for a nominee to be the nation's top diplomat.
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Kellyanne Conway's sexism charge is laughable
It is difficult to take Kellyanne Conway -- the woman whose job it is to defend and advocate for a man who has boasted about sexually assaulting women -- seriously when she tries to use the sexism card to get herself out of an awkward on-air situation.
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Goldman Prize: Two South African activists win for halting secret Russian nuclear deal
It was the ultimate David versus Goliath battle. Two female South African environment activists working for small NGOs taking on the South African government and winning a legal challenge that stopped a $76 billion dollar nuclear deal with Russia.
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Guadeloupe: These tiny islands are the French Caribbean's greatest secret
Seen from above, the French Caribbean islands of Guadeloupe look like the emerald wings of a butterfly.
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Russia ramps up pressure on Trump to honor Iran nuclear deal
Russia joined a chorus of voices Monday urging US President Donald Trump to stand by the Iran nuclear deal, as Tehran sent a stern warning that it was an "all or nothing" situation.
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HFT Rejects Energerized for Excellence to Run Schools
Numerous troubling questions about the private nonprofit charter school operator Energized for Excellence Academy and the Texas for-profit Educational Learning and Enrichment Center Inc. make them a risky choice to operate 10 low-performing Houston public schools, the Houston Federation of Teachers said today.
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How major companies handle and botch public relations crises
Over the past several days, two major American companies found themselves facing public relations disasters. A fatal engine failure aboard a Southwest flight left the airline scrambling to ensure passengers that its planes are safe. And Starbucks was in the spotlight after two black men were arrested while waiting for a friend.
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At Barbara Bush's funeral, George H.W. Bush honored her work on literacy with his socks
After Barbara Bush's funeral, everyone was talking about the photo. No, not that photo -- of the four ex-presidents, three former first ladies and current first lady Melania Trump -- that made the rounds on social media over the weekend.
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5 things for April 23: Nashville shooting, North Korea, Kate Middleton
Earth Day is over, but there are some super simple things you can do every day to show our planet some love. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door
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HBREA Community Wealth Building
Photography by Vicky Pink The Houston Black Real Estate Association, (HBREA) a local chapter of …
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Lucy Brings the Flavors of Ethiopia to Houston
Nestled at 6800 Southwest Freeway in Houston, Texas facing the main road is a jewel straight out of Africa. The pretty red building with plentiful parking and easy access to the entrance is home to Lucy, Ethiopian Restaurant and Lounge. According to their website www.LucyHouston.com “Our restaurant and lounge celebrates the roots of humanity in Ethiopia - which you will find in our food, art-gallery, and festivities. We are family owned and operated with friendly staff, delicious food and drink, and a great atmosphere. Please stop in to eat, drink, relax, and have fun. “
