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Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation Surprises Student with the 100,000th My Home Library

Gift marks program milestone and a total of 600,000 books distributed since inception, a $3 million investment

TOMORROW, Friday, December 10, the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation will give the gift of reading and officially distribute the 100,000th My Home Library. The Foundation in partnership with HISD will surprise a lucky Scarborough Elementary 3rd grade student with a home library of six new books in a special event to be held at Scarborough Elementary School in HISD.

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Stocks tumble on inflation and debt ceiling worries

Wall Street is starting the week in the red, with the Dow and other major indexes sharply lower.

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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, experienced ‘cruel’ bullying/abuse during pregnancies

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has said she experienced “cruel” online bullying and abuse, the “bulk” of which occurred during her pregnancies.

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Kenneth Omoruyi Secures Spot in Historic Run-Off for Houston's CD7

Kenneth Omoruyi is set to be a significant contender on the Primary Run-off Ballot for Harris County this coming May. He marks a monumental moment as the first African American candidate to reach this stage for the esteemed Congressional District 7 seat in Houston – a position once held by political luminaries such as George H.W. Bush and currently occupied by Lizzie Fletcher.

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Drake visits 11-year-old heart transplant patient after she posts ‘Kiki Challenge’ video

One young Drake fan’s birthday wish came true on Monday after a video she posted gained popularity.

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Promote Mental Health Awareness Month This May 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when we come together to bring attention to emotional wellness and the importance of seeking support when we need it.

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African-American Businesses Need to See Clearly

Staying focused on profitability helps the community

I was invited to do a presentation on marketing strategy to a group of African-American entrepreneurs last month. As customary, each person was asked to stand and introduce themselves and describe their business. As they did so, I was struck by their stories:

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The Big Economic Headaches Facing South Korea's New Leader

Sworn in Wednesday, Moon Jae-in has stepped into the leadership vacuum left by former President Park Geun-hye, who was impeached over a massive political corruption scandal.

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Venice Bans Cheap Takeout Joints To Keep City Beautiful

So they're taking action: The city council has approved a rule that prohibits the opening of new takeout joints that sell meals such as kebabs or pizza by the slice.

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H-E-B 2017 Super Bowl Commercial Launches Primo Picks Video Showdown

Customers invited to submit videos showcasing H-E-B Primo Picks for a chance to win $25,000 and a role in an H-E-B commercial

Do you go to great lengths to shake up your H-E-B Shake Rattle and Bowl salad? Do you get bent out of shape without your H-E-B Café Ole? Does your dog do tricks for H-E-B Texas Pet treats? In the grocery retailer’s 2017 Super Bowl commercial, H-E-B asks the question, “Will you make the cut?”

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There's One Thing Going Right For Trump

A slew of economic data came out this week. Almost all of it was positive. Americans are still going to stores and spending big (retail sales came in better than expected for January). They're also buying houses. And cars. And using their credit cards.

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Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation Invites Super Bowl Fans To #KickoffForKindness

Pop-Up Activation KindLI Opens at Super Bowl LI’s NFL Experience in Houston

Fans at Home Invited to Host a #KickOffForKindness Watch Party for a Chance to Win Tickets to an Upcoming Lady Gaga Show

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Christmas Is Coming To The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter At Universal Orlando Resort

The most wonderful time of the year is coming to one of the most immersive theme park experiences ever created. Universal Orlando Resort announced today that a new Christmas experience is coming to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter as part of its destination-wide Holiday celebration.

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Facebook plans to augment your reality at F8

That's when the giant social network hosts its annual F8 conference for software developers, a decidedly geeky affair that nevertheless has real-world implications for everyday Facebook users.

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Chuck Berry Laid To Rest In Rockin’ Style

Family, friends and fans paid their final respects to the rock ‘n’ roll legend Chuck Berry on Sunday, celebrating the life and career of a man who inspired countless guitarists and bands.

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Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center Grand Opening Events March 11 and 12

Man driving toward exit ramp on highway, signs marked Poughkeepsie and Tightening of Chest, Shortness of Breath, This Exit

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You Don’t Have the Answers

In life, questions constantly swirl our minds. Some we can answer but let’s face it most questions we really can’t answer. Who do we turn to when we have more questions than answers? Some look to a higher authority like parents, mentors, trusted confidants, and those with expertise. What if all those people were all gathered in one place just for you to give you the answers for which you search? The annual Answer Conference is that event that brings those with the knowledge and experience to answer life’s burning questions.

Find the Career that Fits Perfectly: The Tools are at Your Fingertips

Why do so many people stay in unrewarding careers? Fear of change? Lack of updated skills? Whatever the case, staying in an unfulfilling job prevents you from doing what you really want to do. The pandemic taught us that we can pivot and innovate faster than we ever thought possible, so why not restart your career with a renewed vision and a clearer path forward?

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HIATUS SPA + RETREAT DEBUTS HIATUS EVERYDAY PRODUCT LINE

Hiatus Everyday launches with The Weekend Collection and The Spa Day Collection, featuring aroma oil, body wash, body butter, charcoal scrub, and more.

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City Hall Farmers Market Returns Wednesday

The City Hall Farmers Market Returns Wednesday.