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Science Channel to Premiere Two-Hour Special 'Lost Kingdom of the Black Pharaoh's December 1

A late dynasty of Ancient Egypt that ruled for 100 years beginning in 744 B.C was led by pharaohs including Piye, Shabaqo, and Taharqa, who won battles, powered the last great pyramid building boom, and gave the Egyptian empire its final golden age. Many scholars believed that these powerful pharaohs were black, but outdated stereotyping dismissed the idea as myth.

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Some of Jessica Alba's Twitter followers are saying her account was hacked

A series of racist, anti-semitic and generally offensive screenshots which appeared to be from actress Jessica Alba's verified Twitter account were making the rounds on social media this weekend.

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Netflix documentary on campaigns of four Democratic women, including Ocasio-Cortez, set to be released in May

Netflix is set to release a new documentary early next month that chronicles the 2018 congressional campaigns of four Democratic women, including prominent freshman Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

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Marla Maples next act: a televangelist television comedy

Marla Maples has kept a low profile since her ex-husband became President of the United States, but she will make her return to the spotlight soon with a new television role.

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Paul Manafort sketch 1/25/19

Hardcore fans of Disney's 2016 animated buddy cop comedy "Zootopia" are going to have to pencil China into their upcoming travel plans.

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What we know about Chip and Joanna Gaines' return to television

Chip and Joanna Gaines fans rejoice! Months after the series finale of their wildly popular HGTV renovation show, "Fixer Upper," the couple announced they are coming back -- with their own network.

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Toni Beck Named Vice President of External Affairs for Comcast in Houston

Comcast today announced that Toni Beck has been appointed vice president of External Affairs for the company’s Houston Region. In this role, Beck will be responsible for managing all external affairs activities for the region, including government affairs, communications, community, media, and public relations.

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Carroll v. Trump jurors will be anonymous, judge says, citing Trump's reaction to hush money investigation

The judge handling the civil lawsuit of E. Jean Carroll against Donald Trump says jurors' personal information will be kept confidential and other security measures will be taken to protect them, citing the former president's history of attacking the legal system.

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Mo'Nique launches Netflix comedy special after suing the streaming giant

Three years after suing Netflix, Mo'Nique is airing a special on the streamer.

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Courteney Cox still doesn't remember 'Friends'

Please don't ask Courteney Cox to quote dialogue from "Friends" episodes.

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Rachel Zegler, 'West Side Story' star, says she wasn't invited to the Oscars

Rachel Zegler's movie is nominated for a best picture Academy Award, but she says she'll be celebrating like the rest of us.

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First Sculpture of a Latina in the City of Houston Coming to the Center for Pursuit's New Campus

The Zenteno Sculpture Project, depicting Houston singer and songwriter Norma Zenteno, will be placed on the new campus of The Center for Pursuit, 4400 Harrisburg Blvd., in East End Houston. A formal presentation of the sculpture by Houston-based artist and sculptor Bridgette Mongeon, along with a performance by Zenteno Spirit, is set for Saturday, March 19 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. The event is free and open to the public.

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Gwyneth Paltrow reflects on her past relationships with Brad Pitt and Ben Affleck

Gwyneth Paltrow discussing who was the better lover -- Brad Pitt or Ben Affleck -- probably wasn't on your 2023 bingo card, but here we are.

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Houston Symphony Presents the Best of Broadway with Jeremy Jordan, February 24-26

Tony and Grammy-nominated Broadway luminary, Jeremy Jordan, returns by popular demand to the Jones Hall stage as Principal POPS Conductor, Steven Reineke, leads the Houston Symphony in hit songs from Jordan’s signature Broadway roles in NEWSIES! and Waitress, plus selections from fan-favorite musicals like West Side Story, Carousel, Oklahoma!, Rock of Ages, and Les Misérables, February 24, 25, and 26, 2023.

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The Black Money Tree Podcast by Texas Black Expo Earns NAACP Image Award Nomination

The financial empowerment movement gains a powerful ally as The Black Money Tree podcast, led by entrepreneur Jerome D. Love, secures a coveted nomination for an NAACP Image Award. This recognition underscores the podcast's impactful commitment to guiding individuals on their path to financial prosperity.

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AMC just had its best week in history, thanks to Barbie and Oppenheimer

AMC Theaters (AMC) hit a revenue record last week, driven by the overwhelming success of the “Barbenheimer” pop culture craze.

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Jordan Sparks, Rob Riley, Pastor John Gray, Israel Houghton, Adrienne Bailon & More Join Houston's Mega Pastor for The Big Game Relationship Conference!

Pastor Terrance H. Johnson, founder and senior pastor of Higher Dimension Church, and his wife, First Lady Torsha Johnson are presenting to Houston on February 4, 2017, The Answer Conference during “The Big Game”. Pastor and First Lady J have used their platform to provide open, honest, and transparent information to navigate singles into healthy relationships and assist couples in nurturing marriages that last.

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Unusually public debate over Paris climate accord nears conclusion, officials say

Trump aides have aired deep differences over the climate agreement

The latest strategy session is expected Tuesday

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The Louisville shooter's family says he had mental health challenges as the city prepares to honor the victims

As officials in Louisville, Kentucky, prepare to host a vigil to grieve the five people killed Monday in a downtown bank shooting, the 25-year-old gunman's family released a statement saying he struggled with depression but they had no idea he was plotting the attack.As officials in Louisville, Kentucky, prepare to host a vigil to grieve the five people killed Monday in a downtown bank shooting, the 25-year-old gunman's family released a statement saying he struggled with depression but they had no idea he was plotting the attack.

Senate passes major cybersecurity legislation to force reporting of cyberattacks and ransomware

The Senate on Tuesday passed major cybersecurity legation, moving one step closer toward forcing critical infrastructure companies to report cyberattacks and ransomware payments.