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Heartbreaker: Houston Texans Lose Whitney Mercilus and J.J. Watt to Injuries in Loss to Kansas City Chiefs

American poet Maya Angelou once wrote, “You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it.”

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Donors give computers to Ghana school where teacher taught computer tech on a blackboard

With just a blackboard and a talent for drawing, a Ghanaian teacher has explained in detail to his students the secrets of Microsoft Word, earning numerous headlines and worldwide admiration.

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Maxo Shares New Video "Strongside"

"Maxo’s music showcases an underlying grittiness that effortlessly matches his stylish sound: a balance of low-key cool with a weariness that only comes from having to grow up too soon."

Comcast Increases Access to and Speeds of Internet Essentials’ Low-Income Internet Service to Support Americans Through the Coronavirus Pandemic

Dana Strong, President, Consumer Services, Comcast Cable As our country continues to manage the COVID-19 emergency, we recognize that our company plays an important role in helping our customers stay connected – to their families, their workplaces, their schools, and the latest information about the virus – through the Internet.

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How COVID-19 is Changing Elder Care, Senior Housing and In-Home Caregiving in Houston

The threat of COVID-19 in nursing homes and assisted living facilities is changing the way seniors, and their families, approach where and how they receive care.

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Greenspoint Area Non-Profit Launches Beyond The Lunch Box Summer Food Program For Families In Need

Beyond Fostering, Inc. of North Houston-Greenspoint kicked off their 2nd Anniversary Car Parade and Beyond The Lunch Box Summer Food Program in partnership with Collaborative Voices and The Houston Food Bank.

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Teen asked God for help paying for college in note tied to balloons. A minister found it and answered her prayer.

Mykehia Curry is going to be the first member of her family to go to college, but she needed a little help to get there.

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Pete Davidson makes brief appearance on 'SNL' after troubling Instagram post

New York police said they performed a "wellness check" on "Saturday Night Live" cast member Pete Davidson after he posted an alarming note on Instagram on Saturday in which he said, "I really don't want to be on this earth anymore."

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Amazon helps man start trucking company

Steve Dance has been around big rigs all of his life, riding in trucks since he was about six to eight years old. Dance is the owner of Dance Logistics on Indianapolis's southeast side.

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“BTTM FDRS” by Ezra Claytan Daniels & Ben Passmore

Your first place all your own needs to be ah-mazing. Big-screen TV for gaming. Fridge for snacks and drinks. Sofa for kicking back, a few good chairs, and places to hold your stuff. Maybe your parents will help out. Maybe the landlord will let you paint. Maybe, as in “BTTM FDRS” by Ezra Claytan Daniels and Ben Passsmore, your new place will be interesting.

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Warning: New Disease Found in Pools Across U.S.

During the summer, it’s natural for kids and adults alike to want to go swimming, but who would have thought that this summer 2019 could be the most dangerous time for swimming.

High Times Announces Oklahoma Cannabis Cup Lineup

Event Featuring Slightly Stoopid Comes to Lost Lakes Amphitheater in August

High Times, the most well-known, globally recognized brand in cannabis, today announced its headlining act for its upcoming Cannabis Cup event in Oklahoma taking place at the Lost Lakes Amphitheater in Oklahoma City from August 24-25.

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Media Arts Center San Diego’s 26th Annual San Diego Latino Film Festival

Celebrating 26 Years of the Latino Experience Through Film

March 14 - 24, 2019 marks the 26th Annual of Media Arts Center San Diego’s San Diego Latino Film Festival (SDLFF). The festival will take place once again at the AMC 18 Fashion Valley theaters and Digital Gym CINEMA in North Park.

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Sears should close for good, creditors say

It's time to pull the plug on Sears, according to its creditors.

Back-to-Work: Texans Take On the Redskins to Try and Extend the Winning Streak to 7 Games

Back in the 80’s there was a famous Dunkin Donuts commercial that was very popular. Fred the Baker (played by actor Michael Vale) would wake up every morning and utter a phrase that is still relevant to this day.

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Where I’ve Been: An Evening with Christina Wells

America’s Got Talent semi-finalist and powerhouse vocalist Christina Wells is bringing her talents back to her hometown on Sunday, October 21 at the Historic Majestic Metro in Downtown Houston for her celebratory Homecoming Show. Wells and her band will perform live in concert for a special performance that Christina calls, “a love letter to Houston”. The evening will include performances of I Know Where I’ve Been and I Am Changing, songs which brought her national attention on the America’s Got Talent stage this summer. For tickets, click here.

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The Streak Continues: Houston Defeats Buffalo to Extend Winning Streak to Three Games

No matter whether you like it or not. The Houston Texans are finding ways to win games. They defeated the Buffalo Bills 20-13 to extend their winning streak to three games as they head into a divisional showdown next week with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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Join Rep. Garnet Coleman for the 22nd Annual MLK Day Celebration at the Houston's Children Museum

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. dreamed for us to live in a world where we would “not be judged by the color of [our] skin, but by the content of [our] character.” Join Representative Garnet Coleman and the Children’s Museum of Houston in honoring civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and his legacy during the 22nd MLK Day Annual Celebration.

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The ‘Unlock Your Voice’ Tour Presented by Survivors with Voices

Helping heal wounds that can't be seen.

Even if you haven't experienced mental or physical abuse chances are you know someone who has. It is a widespread issue that affects many, and the purpose of the ‘Unlock Your Voice City’ tour is to encourage those affected to move beyond the pain. This nationwide tour kicks off in Houston on Friday, January 19th through Saturday, January 20th at the Omni Houston Hotel at Westside.

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HHS Working with Edingburg Community to Fight New Public Health Crises

After spending decades as an orthopedic surgeon serving communities in Southern California, honored to serve my nation and communities throughout the country as the deputy assistant secretary for minority health for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and director of the Office of Minority Health (OMH).