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Raising a Glass to Literacy: Comcast Champions "Reading Between the Wines"

Houston Style Magazine spotlights the exemplary "Reading Between the Wines" soirée, a literary and philanthropic highlight on Houston’s social calendar, splendidly backed by Comcast as a major sponsor. This event, held on the evening of March 22, 2024, at Safari Texas Ranch, blended the joy of reading with the warmth of community giving, all under the expansive Texan sky.

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Smithsonian museum says Latino-focused internship open to students, all races, in lawsuit settlement

A Latino-focused internship program at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino now states the program is “equally open to students of all races and ethnicities” following a lawsuit settlement with the American Alliance for Equal Rights.

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Haiti extends state of emergency; intruders break into key port terminal

Intruders broke into a major port terminal in Haiti Thursday as violence in the country escalated after the government extended its state of emergency.

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You can buy electric luxury SUV for $25,000 now - might be a catch

For sale: A brand new luxury electric SUV for the holy-grail price of $25,000. There just might be a slight catch.

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Dachshunds under threat - Germany proposes ban on breeding

Germany’s beloved sausage dog, the dachshund, could be under threat in the country, its national kennel club said Wednesday, citing a new draft law that looks to prohibit the breeding of dogs with “skeletal anomalies.”

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Garland firefighters praised for quick actions; new life-saving device rescues 5-month-old

A Garland mother is praising the quick actions of Garland firefighters, who used a special device to save her choking baby's life. Now the device is even saving lives across the state.

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Federal government braces for long/expensive road recovery from Baltimore bridge collapse

Rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge and getting the critical Port of Baltimore back online will require an enormous interagency effort – and significant federal funding.

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Houston's New Economic Visionary: Gwendolyn Tillotson-Bell Takes the Helm

Houston Style Magazine is thrilled to announce that Mayor John Whitmire has made a pivotal move by appointing the acclaimed economic strategist, Gwendolyn Tillotson-Bell, as the City of Houston's Chief Economic Development Officer. Tillotson-Bell brings a wealth of experience, most notably from her 17-year tenure as Deputy Director of the Mayor's Office of Economic Development and is set to administer the city's economic growth and maintain key partnerships that invigorate our vibrant communities.

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Witness the Thrill: Houston Astros vs New York Yankees 2024 Season Opener!

Get set for a season starter like no other! The Houston Astros are primed to launch their 2024 campaign with an epic showdown against the legendary New York Yankees. This electrifying clash is slated for the earliest season opener in Astros history on March 28th at the iconic Minute Maid Park — an event not to be missed.

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FDA approves new drug; may help stop rare/fatal condition doctors call ‘ticking time bomb’

When doctors told Katrina Barry that she had a rare and serious condition called pulmonary arterial hypertension or PAH, they warned her not to Google it.

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Police: Man arrested after walking into Walmart wearing body armor, armed with long rifle, 2 guns

A North Carolina man has been charged after he walked into a Walmart wearing a bulletproof vest, carrying an assault-type rifle, a handgun in his waistband and an additional handgun holstered on his side, according to police.

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Brewing Inclusivity: Bitty & Beau's Coffee and Leadership Houston Forge a Future of Opportunity

In the heart of Houston, a morning of purposeful dialogue brewed as city leaders and changemakers convened at the inspiring Bitty & Beau's Coffee. The gathering, graced by the presence of Houston Style Magazine’s esteemed publisher, Francis Page Jr., epitomized community synergy. The camaraderie was palpable, fostered by the exemplary hospitality of Bitty & Beau’s diligent staff, for which we remain heartily thankful.

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Fashion legend Karl Lagerfeld’s Paris apartment sells for $10.8 million

A Paris apartment owned by the late fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld has sold for €10 million ($10.8 million).

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Polar ice melting; changes Earth’s rotation - messes with time

One day in the next couple of years, everyone in the world will lose a second of their time. Exactly when that will happen is being influenced by humans, according to a new study, as melting polar ice alters the Earth’s rotation and changes time itself.

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Honor through art: Father of fallen MPD officer helps send officers to National Police Week

The father of a fallen Milwaukee police officer is paying tribute to his son while also supporting his son's comrades.

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Why Costco’s hot dog is still $1.50 when everything has gotten so expensive

Inflation has touched nearly everything these last few years — even Trader Joe’s 19-cent bananas. But Costco is holding the line on its hot dog-soda combo price.

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Swing Into Fun: Holey Moley Mini Golf Club Tees Up in Houston's River Oaks District

Get ready to putt, sip, and savor your way through an unforgettable adventure as Holey Moley Mini Golf Club swings into Houston's vibrant River Oaks neighborhood. Set to open its doors in mid-April at 3839 Weslayan St, this one-of-a-kind entertainment hub promises nostalgic fun, delicious bites, and a multisensory experience like no other.

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It’s Women’s History Month, and According to One Pastor, The Rights of Women Were Established by a Higher Power

As Women’s History Month begins — March was so declared by President Barack Obama in 2011 — one might ponder why it took so long for America to fully celebrate the rights of women. But as it turns out, the first “Women’s Day” was established 102 years earlier, on February 28 of 1909, by the Socialist Party of America, and the celebration later expanded into “Women’s Week.”

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Blackout Poetry Workshop for Teens @ Cinco Ranch Branch Library - APR 8

In celebration of National Poetry Month in April, Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will have a Blackout-Poetry Workshop for Teens on Monday, April 8, from 4:00 to 5:00 pm, in the Conference Classroom of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy.

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Hot Wheels Unveils New Die-Cast to Encourage Open-Ended Play Ahead of Autism Acceptance Month

Hot Wheels launches the Flippin Fast die-cast with a design validated by the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, encouraging infinite ways of play for fans.

Today, Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced the Hot Wheels® Flippin Fast™ die-cast, a new vehicle designed to encourage an open-ended play experience, ahead of Autism Acceptance Month in April. The Flippin Fast die-cast ignites the challenger spirit as one of the most versatile die-cast vehicles from Hot Wheels. Its fidget toy-inspired design allows kids to enjoy the wide range of motion from a Hot Wheels car as they roll it forward, backward and flip it upside down.