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White House won’t rule out releasing Biden’s redacted interview transcript with Hur; Harris defends Biden
The White House did not rule out the possibility of releasing the transcript of President Joe Biden’s interviews with special counsel Robert Hur about his handling of classified documents, with the caveat that any classified information would have to be redacted.
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Houston Museum of African American Culture Reveals Guest Jurors for the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is thrilled to introduce the esteemed guest jurors for the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize: Daisha Board and Phillip A. Townsend. Together with Christopher Blay, Chief Curator at HMAAC, Board and Townsend will have the honor of selecting the recipient of the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize. This prestigious award, established in memory of the late Bert Long Jr., celebrates his enduring artistic legacy and contributions to the Houston art scene. The winner of the prize will receive a $3,000 cash award and a solo exhibition in the Bert Long Jr. Gallery at HMAAC, with the grand announcement scheduled for April 12, 2024, at HMAAC.
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US State Department offers $10 million for information on ransomware gang that attacked US hospitals
The US State Department on Thursday announced a $10 million reward for information on the leaders of a notorious ransomware group accused of extorting more than $100 million from hospitals, schools and other victims in the US around the world.
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Usher Responds to Fan Demand with Additional Dallas and Austin Shows on His 2024 Tour
Due to overwhelming fan enthusiasm, the global entertainment icon Usher has announced the addition of second shows in Dallas, TX, and Austin, TX, as part of his highly anticipated 2024 North America tour, "USHER: Past Present Future."Due to overwhelming fan enthusiasm, the global entertainment icon Usher has announced the addition of second shows in Dallas, TX, and Austin, TX, as part of his highly anticipated 2024 North America tour, "USHER: Past Present Future."
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Yellen: It’s ‘obvious’ empty office buildings create banking stress/losses
High commercial real estate vacancies are expected to create some stress for smaller banks, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Thursday. However, she said she does not see them as causing a systemic risk to the nation’s financial system.
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Missouri Secretary of State candidate uses flamethrower to burn books
A Republican candidate for Missouri Secretary of State has posted a video of a book burning on social media.
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Indulge in Romance: Comfort Foodies Unveils the Irresistible Lover’s Island Margarita for Valentine’s Day
Comfort Foodies, a culinary oasis where Southern Soul meets Caribbean flair, is set to steal hearts this Valentine's Day with the enchanting debut of their newest libation, the "Lover's Island Margarita."
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They spent eight years traveling world with their kids - one thing they miss
Aside from a one-off trip to Europe, the furthest Jessica Gee ever traveled while growing up was to Walt Disney World in Florida with her family.
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Rio declares dengue emergency - Brazil gears up for Carnival
Rio de Janeiro has declared a state of public health emergency due to an epidemic of dengue fever, just days before Carnival celebrations are set to take place across Brazil.
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Southern California - 5 Marines confirmed dead after helicopter crashed
The five Marines aboard a helicopter that went down in remote, snow-covered woods Tuesday night are dead, a US military spokesperson said Thursday.
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Are Kansas City Chiefs newest NFL dynasty?
The NFL is no stranger to a dynasty. And there is no better example than the New England Patriots.
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Parents seek justice for baby who died after his neck was broken during delivery at a Georgia hospital
A Georgia couple is seeking justice for the death last year of their baby during delivery at a Georgia hospital.
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Campus Chronicles - February 7, 2024
Let's give a round of applause to Melinda Winston for shattering the Alief ISD Hastings High School Lady Bears Rebound record, amassing an impressive 983 career rebounds! 🔥 Kudos on this remarkable achievement!
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Canton, Ohio - CVS fined for understaffing pharmacy, risking staff and patient safety
State regulators hit CVS with a $250,000 fine against one of its stores in Canton, Ohio, after investigators found that the pharmacy had been understaffed, posing a risk to the well-being of patients seeking medication in a timely manner.
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Congressman Al Green Releases Statement on Opposition to H.R. 7217 – Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024
On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, Congressman Al Green submitted a statement for the congressional record regarding his opposition to H.R. 7217 – Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024.
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$3 for a single McDonald’s hash brown? Customers are fed up and pushing back
Corporate America may be bumping up against the limit of its power to keep raising prices as consumers in some markets cry uncle.
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What to know about Trump and 14th Amendment’s ‘insurrectionist ban’
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Thursday in the historic efforts to disqualify former President Donald Trump from office because of his role in the January 6, 2021, insurrection.
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Netanyahu rejects Hamas demands on hostage/ceasefire deal as ‘crazy’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected Hamas’ proposals for a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza, calling the group’s demands “crazy” in a setback to diplomatic efforts to pause the war.
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Senate Republicans, in key vote, expected to block bipartisan border deal/foreign aid package
Senate Republicans are expected to tank a major bipartisan border deal and foreign aid package with assistance for Ukraine and Israel in a vote on Wednesday amid a torrent of attacks on the bill by former President Donald Trump and top House Republicans.