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Houston Awaits City Council's Verdict on United Airlines' Terminal B Revamp at IAH

A monumental decision awaits the Houston City Council this Wednesday, March 6, as Mayor John Whitmire positions the United Airlines Terminal B expansion proposal at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on the imminent council docket.

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UN agency accuses Israel of detaining/coercing staffers into false confessions about ties to Hamas

The UN agency for Palestinian refugees on Monday accused Israel of detaining and torturing some of its staffers, coercing them into making false confessions about the agency’s ties to Hamas.

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Certain types of ‘forever chemicals’ will no longer be used in US food packaging, FDA says

Certain kinds of greaseproofing “forever” chemicals called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, will no longer be used in food packaging in the US, the US Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday.

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Passengers Refuse to Fly on Boeing 737 Max: "I Want to Get Off the Plane"

Ed Pierson was flying from Seattle to New Jersey in 2023, when he ended up boarding a plane he’d never wanted to fly on.

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Yogurts can now make limited claim that they lower type 2 diabetes risk, FDA says

In a decision nearly five years in the making, the US Food and Drug Administration has decided that yogurts can now make a limited claim that the food may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, the federal agency concluded Friday.

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Climate activists charged with vandalizing US Constitution display at National Archives

Two people have been charged after they allegedly dumped a “fine red powder” over the US Constitution’s display case at the National Archives, the Justice Department announced Friday.

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Florida: Two Irish friends dead of fentanyl poisoning; authorities say wrong one was cremated

Florida officials mislabeled the remains of two Irish nationals who died of drug overdoses, leading to a mix-up of their autopsies and the “highly probable” cremation of the wrong body, authorities said.

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12-year-old Texas girl missing for more than week, found - police say

E’minie Hughes, the 12-year-old girl who was missing from the Houston area, has been found unharmed, police said in a post on X.

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Ozempic comes for gyms - how they’re responding

America’s gyms are adjusting their strategies as more of their members take weight loss drugs.

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Why Motaz Azaiza, Palestinian photographer who captured war, chose to leave Gaza

For 108 days, Palestinian photographer Motaz Azaiza risked his life in Gaza to tell the story of the war to millions of followers on Instagram, as friends and family members were killed around him. But he has now left his native Gaza, feeling dismayed.

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The 2024 HBCU College Fair: Empowering Futures, Celebrating Diversity

Presented by the Houston HBCU Alumni Association HHBCUAA

Get ready, Houston! The nation's largest HBCU College Fair is back, and it's bigger and better than ever. Proudly sponsored by H-E-B, the 2024 HBCU College Fair, hosted by the Houston HBCU Alumni Association, promises an unforgettable experience for students and parents alike. Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm, at the Houston Marriott South Hobby Airport.

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Ross Dress for Less® Empowers Houston Youth: Join the Cause Today!

Helping Local Kids Thrive in Houston: Ross Dress for Less® Teams Up with Boys & Girls Clubs for the 10th Annual Fundraiser

In a world where opportunities for our youth are crucial, Ross Stores, Inc. is once again stepping up to the plate, joining hands with Boys & Girls Clubs of America for their 10th annual in-store fundraiser, aimed at supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston. From now until March 3rd, Houstonians can be a part of this noble cause by simply making a monetary contribution during checkout at their local Ross Dress for Less (“Ross”) store.

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Red Bull F1 team principal Christian Horner continues to deny inappropriate behavior after alleged leaked messages

Just a day after being cleared of inappropriate behavior by an external investigation, Red Bull Formula One team principal Christian Horner has reiterated that he denies allegations of wrongdoing.

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Idaho stops execution of serial killer Thomas Creech after officials can’t set an IV line

Officials in Idaho on Wednesday halted the execution of death row inmate and serial killer Thomas Creech after they were unable to set an intravenous line to carry out a lethal injection, according to a news release from the state Department of Correction.

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Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock Sworn in as METRO’s First Hispanic Woman Board Chair

Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock has made history as she takes the helm as the first Hispanic woman to serve as the Chair of METRO's Board of Directors. With a distinguished background in the energy sector, Brock brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for community advocacy to her new role.

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Carnage at Gaza food aid site amid Israeli gunfire. Here’s what we know

One of the worst single tragedies to occur during Israel’s war with Hamas took place Thursday, when scores of Palestinians were killed trying to access food aid in Gaza City.

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Excessive alcohol drinking drove about 488 deaths per day during the pandemic, CDC says

While dry January and damp lifestyles have taken off on TikTok, the United States has already experienced a spike in deaths related to excessive alcohol.

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University of Houston-Downtown Master’s in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) Receives Accolades as a Top Program

The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) has solidified its position as a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) education, with its Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) program recently recognized as a "Top Pick for the Very Best Master’s and Graduate Certificate Programs in Artificial Intelligence" by AI Degree Guide. This prestigious accolade places UHD's program alongside esteemed institutions such as Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Rochester Institute of Technology, Duke University, Carnegie Mellon University, and Johns Hopkins University.

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Oprah leaves WeightWatchers; stock tumbles

Oprah Winfrey is leaving the board of WeightWatchers, ending a nearly decade-long stint as a director of the beleaguered company that has faced sudden competition from Ozempic.

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Houston's New Era in Transit Leadership: Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock to Spearhead METRO as Board Chair

Houston Mayor John Whitmire has taken a pivotal step in transforming the city's transit system by nominating Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock to be the next Board Chair of the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (Houston METRO), now officially with the green light from the City Council and METRO's board.