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Simona Halep given four-year ban for anti-doping violations, vows to appeal decision and ‘clear my name’
Two-time grand slam champion Simona Halep has been given a four-year ban for anti-doping rule violations, the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced on Tuesday.
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Popular OTC medicines for colds and allergies don’t work, FDA panel says
Phenylephrine, a popular ingredient in many over-the-counter allergy and cold medicines, is ineffective in tablet form, an independent advisory committee to the US Food and Drug Administration unanimously agreed on Tuesday.
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Houston native serves aboard Navy warship in San Diego
Petty Officer 1st Class Dontravion McAdams, a native of Houston, Texas, serves aboard a U.S. Navy warship operating out of San Diego, California.
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McCarthy calls for formal impeachment inquiry into Biden
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced Tuesday he is calling on his committees to open a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, even as they have yet to prove allegations he directly profited off his son’s foreign business deals.
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Discovering Self-Love and Inner Happiness: 'The Girlfriend's Therapist Handbook' by Nettie Jones
In a world obsessed with external validation, 'The Girlfriend's Therapist Handbook' by Nettie Jones offers a transformative roadmap to prioritize self-love and discover true inner happiness.
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ARTcetera Houston Makes a Splash during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Live Arts Event and Auction to Help Kids with Cancer
ARTcetera is your chance to watch Houston’s most talented artists bring their works to life at this live, interactive fundraiser + auction benefiting pediatric cancer
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5 airport safety measures to reduce travel stress
Airport security can be the least pleasurable and the most frustrating part of your travel experience. While I applaud the TSA folks for the job they’re doing, not many of us look forward to long lines, emptying pockets, and having to remove coats, shoes and belts. We have items confiscated because we forgot to leave them home. (According to TSA.gov, it’s fine to bring your favorite pickleball paddle onboard; but pack your child’s toy foam sword in your checked luggage.)
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PARVO TREATMENT CENTER CELEBRATES GRAND REOPENING
Guests and benefactors toured the new facility which was made possible through funds procured by Houston PetSet
Reopening its doors with renewed dedication, Parvo Treatment Center unveils its upgraded facility, ready to save more lives.
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Congressman Al Green Recognized in Houston Chronicle for Donation to Rename Street with Name of Confederate Enslaver
On Wednesday, September 6, 2023, Congressman Al Green is featured in a Houston Chronicle article authored by Juhi Varma entitled “Missouri City ditches street named after a KKK leader.”
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Wreaths Across America Invites All Downeast, Maine Community Members to Wave the Flag on September 12, 2023
Local volunteers, Gold Star families, veterans, first responders and their families will participate in a national flag-waving event intended to recapture the American pride and unity felt on September 12, 2001.
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NEWS RELEASE Commissioner Rodney Ellis’s Statement on Barbers Hill High School Punishing Black Student for his Hairstyle
Below is Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis’s statement on Barbers Hill High School placing a Black student in in-school suspension for his hairstyle:
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Renowned Trichologist Dr. Leola Anifowoshe Shines Spotlight on Alopecia Areata Awareness Month
As the nation observes Alopecia Areata Awareness Month in September, Texas Hair Restoration and Wellness Center, under the expert leadership of Chief Trichologist Dr. Leola Anifowoshe, is on a mission to raise awareness and provide hope to individuals battling hair loss due to autoimmune disorders like Lupus, Fibromyalgia, Thyroid, and other autoimmune disorders. Considering recent media coverage surrounding celebrities like Jada Pinkett Smith sharing their alopecia journeys, the clinic is stepping up to deliver crucial information about non-surgical solutions for restoring hair.
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Party on the Plaza Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month 2023
The Plaza at Avenida Houston will come alive Saturday, September 16, 2023 from 6-9 p.m. with Latin and Mexican Regional Music in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. Presented by Houston First Corporation (HFC), Party on the Plaza is free and open to the public as part of the organization’s recognition of the contributions of Hispanic Americans.
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Univision: Who is the Hispanic woman in charge of Joe Biden's re-election campaign?
“50 years ago César Chávez led a historic fight for farmworkers rights. Today, his granddaughter Julie Chavez Rodriguez is also making history as the first Latina woman to lead a presidential campaign. Chavez grew up in the fields of the central valley of California and was involved in activism from a very young age along with her family. For Julie Chavez, the key to the White House lies in the vote of the Hispanic community.”
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Talk with Your Pads; Play with Your Heart
Meet Some of the Adoptable Cats and Dogs of These Football Players
To celebrate the return of football season, Best Friends Animal Society, a leader in the no-kill movement, is celebrating NFL athletes from around the country who chose the adoption option, including:
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White House pressures McCarthy to keep Ukraine aid and disaster funding together ahead of critical negotiations
The White House on Thursday ramped up pressure on House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to approve its request to tie aid for Ukraine with increased disaster relief funding ahead of a government funding showdown.
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Mexico City Marathon organizers investigating claims of cheating
The organizers of the Mexico City Marathon are investigating reports of “unsportsmanlike conduct” at August’s race following reports of cheating at the event.
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Caste discrimination could soon be banned in California. But the effort has been contentious
California lawmakers have cleared a bill that would explicitly ban caste discrimination in the state, sending it to the governor’s desk for signature.
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GRAMMY Museum Presents Hip-Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit Opening Oct. 7
EXHIBIT INCLUDES ARTIFACTS FROM ARTISTS INCLUDING DAPPER DAN, LADY PINK, LL COOL J, NOTORIOUS B.I.G., TUPAC SHAKUR, AND MANY MORE
The GRAMMY Museum® will celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with Hip-Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit. The 5,000-square foot exhibit delves deep into the multifaceted world of hip-hop through expansive exhibits on hip-hop music, dance, graffiti, fashion, business, activism, and history, providing visitors with an immersive experience that explores the profound impact and influence of hip-hop culture.
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Warner Robins native serves aboard U.S. Navy floating airport
Seaman Donovan Alexander-Profit, a native of Warner Robins, Georgia, is one of more than 5,000 sailors serving aboard the self-contained mobile airport, USS Abraham Lincoln.
