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Former Russian foreign minister Kozyrev to speak at Rice's Baker Institute

Andrei Kozyrev, who served as foreign minister of Russia from 1991 to 1996, will discuss his book, "The Firebird: The Elusive Fate of Russian Democracy," and current developments in Russia at Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy Jan. 14.

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Legendary Hip Hop Artist Redman Exclusively Chats With RIV For First Episode Of “The Real Ones”

One of the most sought after companies in the music industry, Riveting Entertainment is ending 2019 by introducing a new interview style series of 1:1 discussions with iconic artists that have influenced music and culture, premiering exclusively on www.RIVnow.com. For the first episode of RIV’s “The Real Ones”, host Datwon Thomas sits down with rap legend Redman.

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August Alsina drops new song 'Entanglements' after Jada Pinkett Smith confirms past relationship

Singer August Alsina is putting his own spin on the word "entanglement" with his new song that dropped late Saturday night.

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Food Distribution No. 3 for HCDE Head Start Families Supplies Average 20 Meals Per Box

Twenty meals will save a family of four approximately $200. In a third round of food distributions, Harris County Department of Education Head Start and Early Head Start families receive food boxes at designated Head Start Center locations in northeast Harris County.

June is Pride Month

June is Pride Month and it is celebrated each year to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. The Stonewall Uprising was the beginning for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. It is important because it marked the start of huge changes within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) community as well as the wider societal implications.

Art Colony Association Announces Launch of Online Bayou City Art Festival Marketplace

The Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA), the producer of Bayou City Art Festival, has announced the launch of its online festival marketplace with 30 merchandise items available for purchase at www.artcolonyassociation.org/store.

TSU Board Approves Temporary Revision to Admissions Standards Due to COVID-19

The Texas Southern University Board of Regents unanimously approved a temporary addition to the existing university admissions standards, allowing an important COVID-19-related exemption for first-time, incoming freshman who meet specific criteria. TSU will provide automatic admission for any student in the top 25 percent of his/her graduating class who has a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Additionally, these students will not need to present ACT or SAT scores. This change is effective immediately and is due to limited or lack of ACT and SAT testing as a result of COVID-19.

County Judge KP George Announces Second COVID-19 Testing Site Open in Sugar Land

First Testing Site in Rosenberg Remains Operational with Same Hours

County Judge KP George and county public health officials announced today the opening of a COVID-19 testing site in the Sugar Land area. The County’s first testing site remains active and operational in Rosenberg. The County is paying all fees related to the tests at both locations.

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Mayor's statement on scheduling an election on a firefighters' professional organization petition

A special City Council meeting requested by some of its members was unable to proceed today because it lacked a quorum. Afterward, some members made public statements about Mayor Sylvester Turner's plan to schedule a Nov. 6 referendum election on a salary petition by the Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association. Below is a response from the mayor, who was in Argentina as part of a South America trade mission to further boost the Houston economy:

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Thai soccer team rescued from cave to become novice Buddhist monks

The young Thai soccer team whose dramatic evacuation from a cave captured the world's attention took their first steps in becoming novice Buddhist monks on Tuesday, in a ceremony intended to honor their rescuers.

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Three Schlitterbahn Waterparks Lifeguards Named Golden Guards by Ellis and Associates

Schlitterbahn Waterparks is proud to announce three lifeguards at two separate parks have been recognized as Golden Guards during the 2018 summer season by Ellis and Associates. Schlitterbahn New Braunfels and Schlitterbahn Kansas City also received the high possible rating of “Exceeds” – a recognition that overall Schlitterbahn’s lifeguards are exceeding the standards set by the internationally renowned aquatic safety and risk management firm.

Trick or Treat at the Texas Renaissance Festival On All Hallows Eve Weekend

Halloween-themed festivities about at the festival Oct. 26-27

Prepare for a frightfully good time at the Texas Renaissance Festival (TRF) during All Hallows Eve weekend on Oct. 26 – 27. Children will receive a trick or treat bag at the gate each day, courtesy of Royal Fireworks sponsor Top Dog (while supplies last). Kids can then visit TRF vendors to fill their bags with treats (and hopefully no tricks).

FEMA grants $119 million to the City of Houston for emergency protective measures during and after Hurricane Harvey

In the two years since Hurricane Harvey made landfall, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded more than $119 million to the City of Houston for emergency protective measures taken after Hurricane Harvey’s landfall.

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Tony Buzbee has gone to a new low in this city

KPRC-TV Channel 2 has sunk to the bottom right along with him.

Mayor Sylvester Turner issued the following statement on Tony Buzbee’s new TV ad:

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Film/TV Producer Datari Turner to Host Master Class & Premiere Two Films at ABFF

Fresh off his NAACP Image Award nomination for the Showtime documentary Shut Up and Dribble, film and television producer Datari Turner will debut his latest works -- the films Same Difference and If Not Now, When? -- at the American Black Film Festival this month. Produced under his Datari Turner Productions enterprise, both films were selected in the festival's Narrative Features category.

Man shares WWII collection in remembrance of D-Day

A local man is sharing Mid-Michigan’s largest World War II collection at Midland’s Veteran Recognition Center as America prepares to remember D-Day.

Netflix Snags Cardi B, Chance and T.I. for Music Competition Show

Netflix is getting into the music competition business with some major star power.

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Abraham Mateo Receives His First Award Nomination in the United States for Best New Latin Artist

Following the international success of "Loco Enamorado", which has surpassed 230 million views to date, the cross-over collaboration on Pitbull's latest single, "Jungle", and the current hit single "Háblame Bajito" featuring 50 Cent and Austin Mahone, teen idol ABRAHAM MATEO continues an impressive streak, receiving his first award nomination in the United States. iHeartRadio Music Awards just announced their 2018 nominees, placing Abraham Mateo within the "Best New Latin Artist" category alongside among Karol G, Ozuna, Bad Bunny, and Danny Ocean.

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“Catch on Fire” opens at The Collective January 18

Ashley Washington dedicates collection to late godbrother

“Catch on Fire,” a collection of the art of designer Ashley Washington, opens Thursday, January 18, at the Community Artists’ Collective, 4101 San Jacinto, Suite 116, with a reception from 6 to 8:00 p.m. Washington, the owner of Visionary Art & Décor, creates her abstract art to express a feeling of happiness, hope, joy and inspiration. Each painting has a story behind it.

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Mardi Gras Shoebox Float Contest Winners

The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau recently held a community-wide Mardi Gras Shoebox Float Contest. Those entering ranged from school groups, clubs and organizations, professional divisions and residents of all ages.