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Lyft's Redesigned Street Concept Could Fix L.A. Traffic

Want your city to fix its traffic issues? It should start by narrowing streets and planting trees where cars currently drive. A new partnership with Lyft and transportation experts highlights the overlooked secrets of good urban design -- and the answers may sound counterintiutive. For example, building more lanes to transport more cars isn't a way to cut down on congestion.

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Facebook faces Wall Street; Shire deal; Credit Suisse soars

Facebook will face the investors for the first time since the Cambridge Analytica scandal erupted.

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AboutThatCar.com 2022 Audi A3/S3

Audi has redone its entry level sedans, the A3 and the S3. They are both all new.

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Mayor Turner Names Task Force To Review HPD Policies and Pratices

This week, Mayor Sylvester Turner appointed 45 members to his Task Force on Policing Reform to explore best practices and procedures in operating the Houston Police Department.

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Biden meets with Paul Whelan’s sister at White House

President Joe Biden met Wednesday with the sister of Paul Whelan, an American who has been designated as wrongfully detained in Russia, the White House said.

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Little Caesars Founder Mike Ilitch Dies at 87

He launched a worldwide restaurant empire whose "Pizza, pizza" catchphrase became ubiquitous. Mike Ilitch, Little Caesars founder and owner of the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings, died Friday at a hospital in the Motor City. He was 87.

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Joe Biden Attacks Trump's Use of Power During LGBTQ Dinner Speech

When Joe Biden addressed the national dinner for the Human Rights Campaign on Saturday night, he found himself at a familiar juncture.

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PVAMU’s College of Business to launch Doctor of Business Administration degree this fall

Business executives seeking to bolster their analytical and research skills, better leverage big data, or pivot into a career in academia without leaving their day jobs will soon have the opportunity, thanks to a new doctoral program offered at the Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) College of Business (COB).

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Biden administration launches roadmap to tackle pollution from widely used 'forever chemicals'

The White House on Monday announced a new plan to combat pollution from per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), chemicals that can cause severe health problems and linger in the environment after being released.

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University of Texas System Regents announce plans to build UT Medical Center on site of Erwin Center

Nation’s top-ranked UT MD Anderson Cancer Center and flagship UT Austin to build new hospitals as part of project

Today The University of Texas System Board of Regents Chairman Kevin P. Eltife announced plans to launch a monumental healthcare initiative to accelerate and expand UT Austin’s burgeoning medical district into a world-class academic medical center for education, research and patient care. The University of Texas at Austin Medical Center will start with two new hospital towers -- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and a UT Austin hospital. MD Anderson, the nation’s #1 cancer hospital, will expand its Houston footprint to Austin by building and operating a new, comprehensive cancer center, while UT Austin will build and operate its new specialty hospital.

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Missouri City Native Supports Navy’s Most Advanced Submarines

A 2012 Elkins High School graduate and Missouri City, Texas native is serving aboard the homeport for U.S. Atlantic Fleet’s ballistic missile nuclear submarines.

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Black Entrepreneur Launches Madagascar's First Ever Pizza Joint -- Now the Country's Largest Fast Food Restaurant Chain

La Gastronomie Pizza is Madagascar's first ever pizza joint. Now it is also the country's largest fast food outlet. Owner Chef Mbinina worked hard to build his brand in a country where there are no fast food brands.

Tessa Thompson, Yara Shahidi, Debbie Allen, Lil' Yachty & More to Re-Imagine "A Different World" for Series Finale of "Zoom Where It Happens"

Tessa Thompson, Yara Shahidi, Storm Reid, Kelly McCreary, Oswin Benjamin and Lil’ Yachty will appear in the series finale of “Zoom Where It Happens,” directed by multiple Emmy, Tony and Golden Globe winner Debbie Allen.

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Uber doesn't plan to renew self-driving permit in California

Uber doesn't plan to renew its self-driving vehicle permit in California. The news comes less than two weeks after a self-driving Uber SUV struck and killed 49-year-old Elaine Herzberg as she walked her bicycle across a street in Tempe, Arizona. After the tragedy, the company halted testing of its self-driving cars on roads in North America.

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Monica Riley's Re-Election Campaign Launch: A Celebration of Unity and Progress in Missouri City

On a vibrant evening of February 3rd, Missouri City Council Member Monica Riley embarked on her journey towards re-election, surrounded by an eclectic mix of over 400 supporters spanning a wide age range and representing a rich tapestry of ethnicities and political affiliations. This diverse crowd, mirroring the unique composition of City Council District A, gathered to celebrate Riley's significant contributions and to rally behind her continued leadership.

Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Announces More than $2.4 Million for Congregation Beth Yeshurun

Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) announced $2,410,414 in federal funding for Congregation Beth Yeshurun. These funds are administered through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and will be used to repair the synagogue from damage caused by Hurricane Harvey.

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Texans Officially Name Tyrod Taylor Starter For Week One

“Tyrod Taylor will start at quarterback for us for sure,” said Culley when asked by the media. “I know that’s the one everyone’s wondering; it’s come up before, but he will start for us on Sunday.”

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Federal judge blocks Biden’s controversial asylum policy in a major blow to administration

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked President Joe Biden’s controversial asylum policy, delivering a major blow to the administration, which has leaned on the measure to drive down border crossings. The judge put the ruling on hold for 14 days for a possible appeal.

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Exxon Profit Falls 40% As Cheap Oil Pain Lingers

ExxonMobil, the world's largest public oil company, revealed on Tuesday a 40% decline in fourth-quarter profits.

Products will Disrupt Pricing Models in the Long Term Multiviewer Market Analysis and Commentary

Multiviewers are moving through a growth curve. According to a new industry report from Futuresource Consulting, total market value increased annually by 3% worldwide in FY2018, with North America in the top slot, capturing 33% of market share.