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Houston Grand Opera's The Wreckers Stars Grammy Award Winner Sasha Cooke

New production a lost masterpiece

Dame Ethel Smyth’s epic 1906 opera The Wreckers gets its first-ever full-scale production from a major American opera company. This must-see new production stars Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke as the resolute Thirza whose husband, the preacher Pascoe, declares to the coastal community that shipwrecks along their shore are meant to be pillaged—and meant to be premeditated by leaving the lighthouse dark.

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New Book Promotes Curiosity of Culture and Language in Children

Author aims to expose children to the Spanish language and encourage friendships

Author Shawn Christine has published her first children's book, "Echo Amigo," which encourages children to embrace other cultures and people from different walks of life. Through this book, young children can be exposed to the Spanish language and learn to make friends who come from different cultures and walks of life.

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Kohl's and Gap have a surprising plan for this season's unsold clothing

Retailers are overstocked on clothing, and some are packing it away in hopes of selling it in future seasons.

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Production on show starring Natalie Portman and Lupita Nyong'o halted after threats of violence, police say

Production on an upcoming TV series starring Natalie Portman and Lupita Nyong'o was halted late last week after a group in Baltimore threatened the production crew, according to authorities. "Lady in the Lake" was filming in Baltimore when a group of people threatened to shoot a member of the crew, police said.

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An 'annoyed' Melania Trump stays mum on Mar-a-Lago search as she promotes NFT business

Shortly after the FBI searched his Mar-a-Lago home earlier this month, former President Donald Trump fumed on social media about agents rummaging through his wife's clothing and personal items.

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Lodi, California is redefining Wine Country

Defined as a sophisticated agriculture and culinary scene, Lodi adds to the year-round appeal of a vibrant community within the Wine Country. With a visit to Lodi, CA you will expand your horizons among the dozens of unique things to do in this small city.

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Texans Rookie Derek Stingley Jr. Believes Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Houston Texans rookie cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. is a young man who lets his actions speak louder than his words.

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Biden to speak about 'the continued battle for the soul of the nation' Thursday

President Joe Biden will travel to Philadelphia on Thursday for a primetime speech on "the continued battle for the soul of the nation" in front of Independence Hall, the White House said Monday.

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Jill Biden tests negative for Covid-19 and will return to Washington on Tuesday

First lady Jill Biden has tested negative for Covid-19 after a rebound case and will return to the Washington, DC, area on Tuesday, communications director Elizabeth Alexander said in a statement Monday.

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5 things to know for August 30: Flooding, Trump, Ukraine, Oregon Shooting, Fukushima

When it comes to your wireless device, carriers not only know where you are every time you make a phone call or use your data connection, but they may also routinely hold onto your location information for years, providing it to law enforcement whether you like it or not. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day.

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Alley Theatre Announces the Cast & Creative Team of Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me A Soprano

Ken Ludwig's Lend Me a Soprano

Ken Ludwig, America’s preeminent comic playwright and author of recent Alley hits The Three Musketeers and Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express, debuts his latest play, Lend Me A Soprano, to kick off the season.

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Musk's legal team to depose whistleblower Peiter Zatko in Twitter case

Elon Musk's legal team has subpoenaed former Twitter head of security and whistleblower Peiter "Mudge" Zatko to appear for a deposition in its legal fight against Twitter over their acquisition deal on September 9.

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A named tropical system is likely by Labor Day. Here's how it could affect weekend plans

The National Hurricane Center is actively watching four areas right now for tropical development, and two have a decent shot of affecting the US on Labor Day weekend.

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New Chef Lineup Brings Immersive Dining Experience at Kulture Restaurant with Black Chef Table

Kulture restaurant announces the new line-up of featured chefs for the rest of 2022 as part of its Black Chef Table pop-up dining series. The dinners, which are frequently sold out, bring chefs from across the country with a variety of backgrounds to create unique, immersive experiences for diners. Elaborate decor partnered with live music are the appetizer to the main entree - a multi-course dinner that exposes guests to cultures from around the world.

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Houston Grand Opera Presents Monkey and Francine in the City of Tigers at Miller Outdoor Theatre Monday, October 10 through Thursday, October 13

Fun-filled, family-friendly opera comes to Miller Outdoor Theatre

Houston Grand Opera (HGO) will present Monkey and Francine in the City of Tigers, part of its Opera to Go! series specifically designed for students, at Miller Outdoor Theatre from Monday, October 10 through Thursday, October 13.

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City Of Houston Shows Solidarity With The People Of Pakistan After Devastating Flooding

City Hall Lights Honor Victims And Local Pakistani Community

As a sign of solidarity with the Houston area Pakistani community, Mayor Sylvester Turner this evening authorized the lights of City Hall to shine green and white in honor of the victims of the devastating monsoon rains and floods in Pakistan. (see photos below).

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Jazz Up Your Sunday Night with Eric Gales and Diunna Greenleaf

Jazz up your Sunday night with the sounds of various artists headlining at the Houston Blues Festival. See the famed Eric Gales and Diunna Greenleaf for experience like none other at Houston’s downtown night spot, The Rustic Houston.

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Fed chair Jerome Powell warns fight against inflation will bring 'some pain'

Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell warned that the central bank's mission to tame inflation will result in "some pain" for US households.

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Veterans organization launches online platform providing free event tickets to past, present military

Veteran Forces announces the launch of Vet X, which provides veterans and servicemembers currently serving with experiences, including an all-inclusive trip to the 2023 Super Bowl

In an additional effort to improve the mental health of veterans and prevent veteran suicides, Veteran Forces, a Texas-based non-profit organization providing resources and aid to veterans with a focus on PTSD and preventing suicide in the military community, announced Friday the official launch of Vet X, an online platform providing free event tickets and experiences for former and current members of the military.

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Republican groups look to boost spending on Senate campaigns after summer of missed opportunities

It's been a tough summer for Republicans intent on taking back the Senate in November, with candidates struggling to raise money, break out from their primaries and failing to take advantage of a beneficial political environment.