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Trump leads in polls, money – and understanding the delegate race

Former President Donald Trump has attracted a lot of attention for his lead in the polls and the money race, but he’s also already ahead in an essential area that’s gotten less notice: the delegate process.

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Soccer world rallies behind Jenni Hermoso to leave Luis Rubiales looking increasingly isolated

The soccer world has rallied behind Jenni Hermoso, leaving Spanish soccer chief Luis Rubiales looking increasingly isolated as the pressure builds on him a week after his unwanted kiss on the Spain star at the Women’s World Cup final last Sunday.

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The Pavilion and Houston Symphony Blast Off to Space! September 14

Guests are invited to buckle up for an outer-space adventure with The Cynthia Woodlands Pavilion and Houston Symphony at Blast Off to Space! Thursday, September 14, 2023. The action-packed show, sponsored by Insperity, will feature iconic music from Star Wars, E.T., The Planets and more – from the moon to Mars and beyond, this event is sure to transport everyone’s imagination to a galaxy far, far away! Gates will open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7:30 p.m. performance. Mezzanine and lawn seating are FREE. Reserved orchestra seats are available for $25 per ticket.

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Experts to discuss new Texas laws affecting child health at Baker Institute event

Texas lawmakers introduced hundreds of new laws during the 2023 legislative session that will impact the health and safety of children across the state. Experts will discuss what the new laws mean for both care providers and children in an event from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

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Sarah Jakes Roberts Brings Her Texas-Sized Women's Conference to the Lone Star State - Media Credentialing Now Open

Woman Evolve—featuring Brené Brown, Yvonne Orji - to Take Over Globe Life Field in Arlington, September 14-16

Picking up the mantle of ministry and empowerment to women passed on from her father T.D. Jakes at last year's conclusion of the long-running event Woman, Thou Art Loosed!, Sarah Jakes Roberts is bringing her fifth annual women's conference, Woman Evolve, to Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, Sept. 14-16, 2023. Woman Evolve is shaping up to be an event of Texas-sized proportions with more than 30,000 tickets already sold.

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Late Summer and Early Fall Fun Continues at the Lone Star Flight Museum.

Special events, holiday fun, visiting aircraft, and inspiring programs and events fill the days of late Summer and early Fall at the Lone Star Flight Museum.

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Women are just as corrupt as men in Mexican politics

Women are just as corrupt as men in Mexican municipal politics, according to a new study from Rice University.

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Save the Date! The Alliance to host United We Dine on Thursday, October 5, 2023

Annual gala rooted in the belief that breaking bread together is a way to cross borders, explore new cultures, and build stronger relationships

Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 5, 2023, as we celebrate and highlight the work of The Alliance. Our annual culturally-themed gala, United We Dine, transports guests on a journey of delectable cuisine and international entertainment. We hope you will join us at Hotel Zaza Museum District, 5701 Main Street in Houston, Texas, for this unforgettable evening. Registration begins at 6:00 pm and dinner begins at 7:00 pm.

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Largest study of brains of athletes younger than 30 finds early signs of CTE even in amateur players

A new study from Boston University’s CTE Center has discovered more than 60 cases of chronic traumatic encephalopathy, known as CTE, in athletes who were under the age of 30 at the time of their death. This is the largest study to look at the neurodegenerative disease in young people.

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Most cancer screenings don’t extend life, study finds, but don’t cancel that appointment

Most cancer screenings don’t ultimately give someone extra time beyond their regular lifespan, according to a new review of clinical trials involving more than 2.1 million people who had six kinds of common tests for cancer. But experts say this doesn’t mean you should cancel that colonoscopy or mammogram appointment.

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A federal hate crime probe is underway after 3 people were killed in a racist rampage in Jacksonville, officials say. Here’s what we know

A federal hate crime investigation is underway after a White gunman with a swastika-emblazoned assault rifle killed three Black people at a Dollar General store in Jacksonville, Florida, authorities said.

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Twin firefighters Manuel and Emmanuel Zuaznabar hoping to inspire next generation at FDNY

Identical twins Manuel and Emmanuel Zuaznabar broke through barriers to achieve their goal of becoming New York City firefighters, and now they're sharing their story of success in hopes of inspiring the next generation.

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Rocklin school board president faces controversy over calls for religion in curriculum

Backlash is brewing against a Rocklin school board president over her calls for "Christ-centered" parents to join school advisory committees.

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Outrage in India as teacher tells students to slap classmate who is Muslim

Police in India are investigating a teacher after a video of her encouraging students to slap their 7-year-old classmate, who is Muslim, sparked widespread outrage in the country.

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FEMA announces $3 billion for climate resiliency as time runs low for Congress to replenish its disaster fund

In a record-breaking year of disasters, the Federal Emergency Management Agency is announcing nearly $3 billion Monday for communities to build resiliency against climate change-fueled extreme weather.

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4 injured when a fire rescue helicopter crashes in Pompano Beach, Florida

A Broward County, Florida, sheriff’s fire rescue helicopter crashed Monday morning, sending four people to the hospital, including two crew members and two people from an apartment complex where it came down, authorities said.

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Sixty years after the March on Washington, attendees renew the call for King’s ‘dream’

It’s been 60 years since the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, but Fatima Cortez Todd says she still remembers the sense of unity she felt standing on the National Mall that day.

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‘I will not resign,’ says defiant Spanish soccer boss Luis Rubiales following week of fierce criticism for unwanted kiss on star player

Spanish soccer chief Luis Rubiales has refused to resign from his position as Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president following a week of fierce criticism after video showed him placing an unwanted kiss on a star player of Spain’s winning Women’s World Cup team.

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John Legend wants us all to fight for democracy

John Legend’s children are still too young to be full on activists, but he and his wife Chrissy Teigen are starting early to impress upon them the importance of civic engagement and caring for community.

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Explosion likely brought down aircraft purportedly carrying Wagner boss, flight data and video analysis suggest

There is a puff of white and then a plane can be seen falling, a trail of smoke or vapor stretching behind it, descending rapidly against a bright blue sky. The person filming the video zooms in as the aircraft spirals downwards out of control, revealing that it is missing a wing.