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'Only Murders in the Building' is Steve Martin's take on a Manhattan murder mystery

"Only Murders in the Building" might have been co-created by Steve Martin, but it has the feel of Woody Allen's lighter mysteries, drenched in New York-centric touches and characters as eccentric as the décor in their high-rise apartments. Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez play the unlikely sleuths, in a Hulu series that's good fun as long as you don't over-think it.

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Mayor Whitmire Orders Immediate End to Pending Legal Action Against Houston Firefighters

In a clear indication that he will follow through on his promises, Mayor John Whitmire met with representatives of the Houston Professional Firefighters Association this morning. Within the first five minutes of the discussion, Mayor Whitmire directed City Attorney Arturo Michel to withdraw the appeal of the City’s challenge to the court’s consideration of past fiscal years 2018 through 2024 backpay.

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Twenty Five Memorable Premier League Moments

As the English Premier League prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary, we look at some of the most dazzling moments in a competition which entertains millions around the world.

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Music and Boxing Industry Mogul James Prince Hosts Book Release Party in Houston

The event will be held from 7-10 pm on July 6, 2018 at Johnny Dang & Co., 6224 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77057

he Houston community is invited to celebrate the release of “The Art and Science of Respect: A Memoir by James Prince.” The book chronicles the mogul’s success, celebrity stories, and sage advice honed through years of representing the nation’s most influential public figures. The book release party will take place on July 6th in Houston at jeweler to the stars Johnny Dang's $4.5 million venue featuring a Q&A with Prince, red carpet influencer arrivals, open bar, lite bites, and a book signing. Confirmed guests include iconic music artists such as Bun B, Trae tha Truth, Slim Thug, and Emmy nominated rapper Paul Wall, among others.

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11-year-old Mississippi boy who was shot by responding police officer after calling 911 is released from the hospital

An 11-year-old Mississippi boy who was shot by a police officer after he called 911 for help is recovering after being released from the hospital, according to his family.

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Biden honors 3 Americans killed in Jordan attack

For an American president, it is the gravest of responsibilities: witnessing the country’s war dead return home for what the military calls a “dignified transfer.”

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DOJ Guidance on Mandatory Sentencing is a Throw Back to a Cruel and Harsh Era

Jackson Lee: “Jeff Sessions lacks appreciation for the severe inequities caused by mandatory minimum sentences and has complete disregard for the significant impact that criminal charges alone have on a suspect and their respective communities.”

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Houston Native – Kevin Davis (KD) Named Junior Sailor of the Year in Signapore

Yeoman 2nd Class Kevin Davis is awarded Junior Sailor of the Year for calendar year 2021 by Rear Adm. Philip Sobeck, Commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific/ Task Force 73 (COMLOG WESTPAC/ CTF 73). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications 2nd Class Brandon Parker)

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Why banning political discussions at work is flawed

Late last month, Basecamp, a project management software company, banned "societal and political discussions" at work. Given the company's relatively small size, the decision might have gone by with little notice, but its founders have made a name for themselves over the years as progressive thought leaders.

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Murphy, Gregory, Stanton, and Vincent Omitted From Emmys' "In Memoriam"

While the 2017 Emmys was a great night for African Americans with both Donald Glover and Lena Waithe making historic wins. And who can forget Sterling K. Brown's acceptance speech for his Emmy. But while some African Americans were honored, others were forgotten.

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Trump has personally pressured drug company CEOs repeatedly to speed vaccine

A likely contagious President Donald Trump returned to the White House Monday evening, whipped off his mask and filmed a video, heavy on bluster and short on facts, that proclaimed: "The vaccines are coming momentarily."

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Nick Cannon expecting twin boys with Abby De La Rosa

Actor and TV presenter Nick Cannon is preparing to welcome his second set of twins into the world.

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Actor Jackson Odell of TV's 'Goldbergs' found dead at 20

Actor Jackson Odell, 20, was found unresponsive at a home in Tarzana, California on Friday, the LA County Medical Examiner's Office said.

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Who Are the Rohingya And Why Are They Fleeing?

They have been raped, tortured and killed. They have been crowded on boats and ping-ponged between nations that don't want them. They have been forced into labor and have no rights to their land.

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"He Get Energy": Little Boy Dances to Beyonce's Song, Video Goes Viral

According to Beyonce girls run the world. However, a little boy wants to get in on the action. He adorably asks Alexa to play his and then he gives a powerful, high energy performance.

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Michael B. Jordan On Protecting His Center

Close your eyes. Clear your mind. Take a really deep breath in. How calming is that? For some that quick exercise is all that is needed to recharge or do a little mini escape from the craziness of the day. That exercise is a way of reminding yourself to not stress and calm down.

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Black Teen Misses the Bus, Then Gets Shot at By White Man After Asking For Directions to School

Brennan Walker, a 14-year old Black student, had a near-death experience last Thursday merely because of asking a question. He was shot by a white man after he asked him for directions to school.

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Maya Rudolph Becomes Third Black Woman To Win Back-To-Back Emmys

Maya Rudolph has made history Sunday during the Creative Emmys, becoming the third Black woman to win back-to-back Emmys. She also became the first person in 20 years to win in twice consecutively in the same category two-times over.

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Axwell /\ Ingrosso Launches New Web App to Build Your Own Album

Axwell /\ Ingrosso have launched their own Spotify app available now via the duo’s website. The ‘More Than You Know Playlister’ app utilizes Spotify’s API to allow fans to create their own Axwell /\ Ingrosso album, choosing from the full collection of their back catalog and exclusive track-by-track interview video footage with the duo. The resulting album can then be exported as a Spotify playlist, or viewed as an extended album-length video, tailor made using each track’s official video.

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'Jeopardy!' has a rare night that surprised Alex Trebek

It wasn't unprecedented, but Tuesday's episode of "Jeopardy!" had a lonely final round.