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Banks are leaving savers shortchanged as interest rates soar
When central banks raise interest rates, mortgage borrowers can expect higher monthly repayments, while savers are supposed to be rewarded with bigger returns on their deposits. Or so the theory goes.
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Trump aide Walt Nauta pleads not guilty to charges of mishandling classified documents
Walt Nauta, an aide to former President Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty Thursday to multiple counts related to the mishandling of classified documents at Mar-a-Lago, including several obstruction and concealment-related charges.
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Disney Dazzles at This Year's Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans with Director, Stars and Footage From "Haunted Mansion," "Star Wars: Ahsoka" and "Wish"
Crowd Was Wowed by Haunted Mansion’s Justin Simien, LaKeith Stanfield, Tiffany Haddish and Rosario Dawson, who also stars in Lucasfilm’s Highly Anticipated Star Wars Series for Disney+ “Ahsoka,” and a
Disney, the major entertainment sponsor of this year’s Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans, put on a dazzling show for the thousands of attendees this past weekend with the director and stars along with footage from “Haunted Mansion,” opening in theaters July 28, Lucasfilm’s new Star Wars series “Ahsoka,” debuting on Disney+ on August 23, and Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Wish,” opening in theaters November 22.
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Mental Health: How to Cope With Anxiety, Depression, & Other Mental Health Issues
Mental Health Awareness Month has drifted away from us, but that does not mean you have to drift away from your mental health issues once the month ends!
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GALVESTON: Comcast’s Digital Equity Crusade: A Groundbreaking Coalition Igniting Connectivity Transformation in Galveston
In a world where the need to bridge the gap between those who need assistance and those who can offer it is ever-increasing, we had the pleasure of attending an inspiring Brunch and Learn event. This was a unique collaborative effort between the United Way of Galveston and Comcast Houston that took place on Fri- day, June 30, from 10 am to 12 noon at the Wright Cuney Recreation Center in Galveston, TexasIn a world where the need to bridge the gap between those who need assistance and those who can offer it is ever-increasing, we had the pleasure of attending an inspiring Brunch and Learn event. This was a unique collaborative effort between the United Way of Galveston and Comcast Houston that took place on Fri- day, June 30, from 10 am to 12 noon at the Wright Cuney Recreation Center in Galveston, Texas.
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Moms Who Triumph Through Adult Education
Graduation is a significant milestone, but it will be particularly special for 77 courageous adult learners who overcame challenges and got a second chance to earn their high school credentials.
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‘I’m so sorry I couldn’t save you’: Ryan Mallett’s girlfriend pens emotional Facebook tribute
The girlfriend of former NFL quarterback Ryan Mallett, who died last week in an apparent drowning off a Florida beach, said she tried hard to save him.
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Burner phones, savings and travel plans: How parents’ sex and birth control talks with teens changed since end of Roe v. Wade
Parents of teens and preteens say it used to be that they only had to worry about explaining the mechanics of sex and pregnancy to their kids.
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New pharmacy in Texas is helping customers cut prescription drug costs
The cost of prescription drugs in the U.S. can often leave families in a financial bind, especially if they do not have medical insurance.
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Tesla shares rise on strong sales report
Tesla shares shot up 5% Monday after it reported stronger-than-expected quarterly sales. Tesla’s stock is building on an already strong run this year.
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Civic Heart Community Services Relocates to One Emancipation Center
New office provides collaborative space, synergy with like-minded non-profit organizations to create a thriving Third Ward community
Civic Heart Community Services (Civic Heart) relocated its headquarters to One Emancipation Center at 3131 Emancipation Avenue in Houston’s Third Ward in June 2023. The 34-year-old organization, the largest black-founded non-profit organization in the Gulf coast region, formerly known as Change Happens!, recently announced its name change to Civic Heart Community Services.
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Civic Heart Community Services Relocates to One Emancipation Center
New office provides collaborative space, synergy with like-minded non-profit organizations to create a thriving Third Ward community
Civic Heart Community Services (Civic Heart) relocated its headquarters to One Emancipation Center at 3131 Emancipation Avenue in Houston’s Third Ward in June 2023. The 34-year-old organization, the largest black-founded non-profit organization in the Gulf coast region, formerly known as Change Happens!, recently announced its name change to Civic Heart Community Services.
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Houston native becomes member of elite Navy Honor Guard
A native of Houston, Texas, recently completed an intensive 10-week training program to become a member of the elite U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard.
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Houston Texans Announce First Ever Mexican College Football Showcase
Today, the Houston Texans and NFL Mexico, in partnership with Tec de Monterrey and NRG Park, announced the creation of the inaugural Mexican College Football Showcase, which will be held on Friday, Sept. 8 at NRG Stadium.
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All the World's A Stage This August at Miller Outdoor Theatre
From Shakespeare to the men of Uptown to Peter Pan there’s romance, adventure and even a tango this August at Miller Outdoor Theatre (MOT). Check out the entire 2023 performance and event calendar and details on how to obtain FREE tickets for the covered seating at milleroutdoortheatre.com. As always, all MOT performances are free and open to the public. Staying home? Remember, many evening performances are livestreamed and available free at the Miller Dream Stream link on the website.
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Mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis inspires man to create THC infused lemonade
An Alzheimer's diagnosis has inspired a Massachusetts man to develop a THC alternative. The Best Dirty Lemonade is now selling in dispensaries statewide and it all started with a son hoping to help the person he loves most.
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Criminal investigation into Coast Guard Academy revealed years of sexual assault cover-ups, but findings were kept secret
A secret investigation into alleged sexual abuse at the US Coast Guard Academy, the training ground for the Coast Guard’s top officers, uncovered a dark history of rapes, assaults and other serious misconduct being ignored and, at times, covered up by high-ranking officials.
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City of Houston Status Report: Electric Vehicle Implementation Reaches Milestone
The City of Houston recently marked a milestone with the overall implementation of electric vehicles in its municipal fleet despite national supply chain issues and inflationary pressure.
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Alan Arkin, Oscar-winning actor, dead at 89
Alan Arkin, the Oscar-winning star of “Little Miss Sunshine,” has died, his family announced Friday. He was 89.
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Supreme Court limits LGBTQ protections with ruling in favor of Christian web designer
The Supreme Court Friday ruled in favor of a Christian web designer in Colorado who refuses to create websites to celebrate same-sex weddings out of religious objections.