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Vote with Ease: METRO Provides Free Rides to Polls for 2024 Elections

As the 2024 primary elections draw near, METRO is proud to announce its partnership with the League of Women Voters to offer free rides to polling locations across the Houston area. Ensuring accessibility and convenience for voters, METRO invites registered voters to hop on board METRORail, local buses, METRORapid, curb2curb, and METROLift paratransit services at no cost on select dates.

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Katherine Johnson and John Glenn: A Legendary Alliance That Transcends Time

Sixty-two years ago, on February 20, 1962, a pivotal moment in human history unfolded as America achieved an extraordinary feat – launching astronaut John Glenn into orbit around the Earth. But behind this monumental mission stood a dynamic duo forever linked in history: Katherine Johnson and John Glenn.

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Mother of Kremlin critic Alexey Navalny has seen his body; pressured to hold secret funeral

The mother of Russian opposition politician Alexey Navalny, who died in an Arctic penal colony last week, said Thursday she had seen her son’s body and was being pressured to hold a secret funeral.

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Experience the Ultimate Wedding Journey with Velas Resorts: From Proposal to Honeymoon

Embark on an Unforgettable Wedding Adventure

Velas Resorts is revolutionizing the wedding experience with a groundbreaking offering that promises to redefine luxury celebrations. From the moment of proposal to the blissful honeymoon, couples can now embark on a seamless journey that spans Mexico's most coveted beach destinations: Riviera Maya, Puerto Vallarta – Riviera Nayarit, and Los Cabos. With a starting price of $450,000 USD, this exclusive package is a testament to Velas' commitment to excellence and unparalleled service, ensuring every milestone is a moment to cherish.

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Why it’s so difficult to land on the moon, even five decades after Apollo

Hundreds of thousands of miles beyond Earth, a phone booth-size spacecraft is en route to take on a challenge no vehicle launched from the United States has attempted in more than 50 years.

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ProProsecutors Accuse 'Rust' Film Armorer of Negligence and Unprofessionalism in Manslaughter Trial

“Rust” film armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed was “negligent” and “unprofessional” in her role overseeing prop weapons and ammunition, and her actions caused the on-set shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, prosecutors said in opening statements of her manslaughter trial Thursday.

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Potential deal funds WIC food aid faces blowback

With a partial government shutdown looming at the end of next week, House leaders are discussing an agreement that would provide extra nutrition assistance for new moms and young children, addressing one big sticking point in the federal funding negotiations.

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Massive Outage Reported by AT&T Customers, Disrupting Phone Service Nationwide

AT&T’s network went down for many of its customers across the United States Thursday morning, leaving customers unable to place calls, text or access the internet. By late morning, the company said most of its network had been restored.

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‘I see the effects already’: Atlanta Symphony Orchestra youth program aims to increase diversity among musicians

Azira G. Hill hasn’t forgotten the days she used to volunteer as an usher for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in order to save money on tickets for performances. A passion that was fueled during her childhood in Cuba.

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Why it’s difficult to land on moon five decades after Apollo

Hundreds of thousands of miles beyond Earth, a phone booth-size spacecraft is en route to take on a challenge no vehicle launched from the United States has attempted in more than 50 years.

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Nearly 30,000 objects are hurtling through near-Earth orbit. That’s not just a problem for space

Once upon a time, gazing at the night sky was an escape from manmade messiness on Earth. Not anymore.

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Parents in Miami-Dade County receive permission slips asking if children can participate in Black History Month activity

As a parent, Chuck Walter said he’s used to signing papers that his children bring home from school. But Walter said a recent request from his daughter’s teacher caught him off guard.

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2 men charged with murder in Kansas City Chiefs rally shooting

Two men were charged with murder and other felony charges for their roles in the mass shooting after a Kansas City Chiefs championship rally last week, Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker said Tuesday.

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Parents in Miami-Dade County receive permission slips asking if children can participate in Black History Month activity

As a parent, Chuck Walter said he’s used to signing papers that his children bring home from school. But Walter said a recent request from his daughter’s teacher caught him off guard.

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Empowering Black Entrepreneurship Highlight: The Debut of H-Town Beauty Supply Storefront Lands In The Bayou City

Jessica Abbey and Oscar Mabry's launch their first H-Town Beauty Supply storefront in Houston, Texas.

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What we know about Audrii Cunningham, who vanished on her way to school, and the man now charged with murder in her death

The last time Audrii Cunningham’s family saw her alive, the 11-year-old was getting ready for school Thursday morning and heading out to catch the bus.

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Scientists say they can use AI to solve key problem in quest for near-limitless clean energy

Scientists pursuing fusion energy say they have found a way to overcome one of their biggest challenges to date — by using artificial intelligence.

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Couple married at Chiefs parade does best to remember wedding day fondly amid tragedy

Wednesday, Feb. 14, started with love and excitement. It was Valentine’s Day. It was the day of the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl celebrations.

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Beyonce' Unveils 'Ce'cred:' A Haircare Brand with Roots in Heritage and Empowerment

Pop icon Beyoncé is charting a new course from the stage to the styling chair with the imminent launch of her haircare brand, Cécred. Debuted on Tuesday, February 20th, the announcement came as a melodious surprise to the Beyhive when Queen Bey unveiled a teas- er video on Instagram, accompanied by a poignant message underscoring the sanctity of hair.Pop icon Beyoncé is charting a new course from the stage to the styling chair with the imminent launch of her haircare brand, Cécred. Debuted on Tuesday, February 20th, the announcement came as a melodious surprise to the Beyhive when Queen Bey unveiled a teas- er video on Instagram, accompanied by a poignant message underscoring the sanctity of hair.

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Representative Ron Reynolds Joins NAACP National Board of Directors

Representative Ron Reynolds is proud to announce his new role as a Na- tional Board Member of the National Association for the Advancement of Col- ored People, effective immediately. This appointment marks a significant milestone in Representative Reynolds' commitment to advocacy and service within the civil rights movement.