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Proposed changes to school lunches aim to reduce sugar and sodium, but flavored milk stays

If new US Department of Agriculture school food guidelines stand as proposed, chocolate milk is in, but for the first time ever, at least some added sugars will be out -- and sodium levels will be reduced gradually.

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Paging Dr. AI? What ChatGPT and artificial intelligence could mean for the future of medicine

Without cracking a single textbook, without spending a day in medical school, the co-author of a preprint study correctly answered enough practice questions that it would have passed the real US Medical Licensing Examination.

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Homeless community growing at O'Hare International Airport, prompting concerns

The number of Chicago's homeless community seeking shelter at O'Hare International Airport is up.

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Celeb Trainer to Visit Houston for Lagree Micro Class on March 4, 2023

What if there was a way for you to improve your endurance, flexibility, balance, and strength? And what if you could get an effective full-body workout, lift weights, or do a circuit training routine in as little as 25 minutes? Additionally, what if there was a way that you were able to avoid injuries during those intense workouts? Thanks to the pioneering efforts of one fitness expert and successful entrepreneur, there is.

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The 2023 Pink Awards Celebrates a Night of Excellence and Welcomes Hosts Carl Payne and Malik Yoba

Prestigious Honorees Announced for the Annual Ceremony

Hailed as one of Atlanta’s premier breast cancer awareness events, The Pink Awards is set for Saturday, February 25, 2023, inside Southwest Atlanta’s Riverside EpiCenter. This year’s awards will be co-hosted by “Martin” alum and celebrated actor Carl Anthony Payne II and 3x NAACP Image Award Winner and “NY Undercover Actor” Malik Yoba.

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METRO President & CEO Announces Plans to Retire

METRO's longest serving President & CEO Tom Lambert has announced plans to retire from the agency at the end of this year. Lambert began serving as president & CEO in 2013.

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Black History Month: A Guide to Houston's African American Landmarks

Black History in the Bayou

Black history is layered throughout Houston — you just have to be open to exploring. In a city lauded for its cultural diversity, it should come as no surprise that Houston neighborhoods provide storied pockets that explore African American’s plight, perseverance, and progression throughout history. From green spaces rooted in Emancipation celebrations to arts venues that fostered sounds of soul, these nine Houston African American landmarks are a must-visit during Black History Month and beyond.

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Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Drops a Bomb New ‘Cue Creation

World’s largest barbecue restaurant unveils limited-time Atomic Barbecue Chicken Sandwich, available February 6

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is adding an atomic level of spice to its tender, hickory wood-smoked barbecue chicken with a new offering at your local Dickey’s barbecue restaurant!

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Treasurer Schroder launches the Unclaimed Property Great Employee Give Back of 2023 at Baton Rouge General

To celebrate National Unclaimed Property Day, State Treasurer John M. Schroder launched the Great Employee Give Back of 2023, a pilot program with Baton Rouge General, by handing out 572 unclaimed property checks totaling more than $42,000 to employees of the Baton Rouge General on Wednesday afternoon.

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Children’s Museum Houston celebrates Black History Month with special guest readers, interactive activities and spotlight performances

Children’s Museum Houston will celebrate February Black History Month with an abundance of activities, displays and performances dedicated to honoring African American legacy, heritage, and history.

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Texans Back Easing State Restrictions on Marijuana

Hobby School Survey Reports Strong Support for Medical, Recreational Use

Texans overwhelmingly support proposals to ease state restrictions on both the medical and recreational use of marijuana, with 82% supportive of legislation that would legalize marijuana for a wide range of medical treatments.

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Unaffordable rental costs now plague 44 million people in every state Economic inequality places most risk of eviction on Blacks and the poor

For the first time in more than two decades of research, every state now has renters who are nearing a financial breaking point in housing affordability. New research released by Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies (JCHS), and Moody’s Analytics independently reach the same conclusion: consumers are struggling with a growing percentage of their incomes going towards keeping a roof over their heads.

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Denver Broncos reportedly make deal with New Orleans Saints to hire Sean Payton as head coach

Sean Payton will join the Denver Broncos as head coach after they agreed compensation with the 59-year-old's former team, the New Orleans Saints, according to reports from ESPN and NFL Network.

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Bed Bath and Beyond is closing 87 more stores. See the list

Bed Bath and Beyond is closing another 87 stores as the struggling retailer barrels toward bankruptcy.

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The coldest wind chills in decades will thrash New England as the deadly ice storm in the South leaves more than 400,000 without power

Dangerous wind chills as cold as 50 degrees below zero will blast the Northeast while parts of the South struggle to thaw from a deadly ice storm.

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Children's mental health tops list of parent worries, survey finds

Forty percent of US parents are "extremely" or "very" worried that their children will struggle with anxiety or depression at some point, a new survey finds.

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College Board unveils official framework for new AP African American studies course

The College Board released Wednesday the official framework of a new Advanced Placement course on African American Studies that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis earlier denounced for imposing a "political agenda."

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House passes resolution to remove Ilhan Omar from Foreign Affairs Committee

The Republican-led House of Representatives voted on Thursday to pass a resolution to remove Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar from the powerful House Foreign Affairs Committee.

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Meta wowed Wall Street, but investors remain skeptical about tech

Thursday afternoon will round out what has so far been a sobering earnings season for the Big Tech giants.

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Subway hopes new meat slicers will boost sales after record 2022

Subway says it had a record-setting year for sales in 2022, bolstered by a major menu revamp and store renovations. The company believes its plan to slice meat in front of customers could make 2023 another record year.