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The cases of Robert Kraft, R. Kelly and Jeffrey Epstein tell us something awful about powerful men and poor women

At ESPN Magazine, a few male executives had a common lunchtime joke. It went something like this:

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R. Kelly pleads not guilty to sex abuse. An accuser's attorney says there's more video evidence against him

Moments after R. Kelly pleaded not guilty to aggravated sexual abuse, the attorney for one of his accusers said there's more damning evidence against him.

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Crystal River, Florida: The Best Weekend Getaway

Ready. Set. Go. It’s time to start planning your mini vacation getaway! Crystal River, Florida is the perfect destination if you are seeking a unique outdoor adventure on a budget.

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ISIS now controls just half a square kilometer in Syria, says SDF

ISIS now controls an area of Syria measuring just half a square kilometer, a commander with the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces said Saturday.

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R. Kelly has been indicted, sources say

An indictment has been handed down against musician R. Kelly by the Cook County State's Attorney office, two sources with knowledge of the development tell CNN.

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Ride METRO to Rodeo Houston

You can rope a ride on METRO to Rodeo Houston and the World's Championship Bar-B-Que Contest and leave your horesless buggy at home. From METRORail to local bus and shuttle services, there are several options to fit your schedule. You can rope a ride on METRO to Rodeo Houston and the World's Championship Bar-B-Que Contest and leave your horesless buggy at home. From METRORail to local bus and shuttle services, there are several options to fit your schedule.

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New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft accused of soliciting sex, police say

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft is being charged with two counts of soliciting someone to commit prostitution, stemming from a raid in a day spa in Florida, police said Friday.

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The black leaders of an iconic Mardi Gras parade want you to know their 'black makeup is NOT blackface'

When one of New Orleans' most cherished parades rolls next month, float riders -- African-American and white -- will greet the screaming throngs wearing lofty feather headdresses, crinkly grass skirts and the sort of black face paint that most anywhere else might draw gasps and cries of racism.

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Try the Trendiest Flavors Tonight

New seasonings make it easy

Exotic flavors common in the Middle Eastern region of the world like harissa, za’atar and shawarma are having a moment, appearing on restaurant menus and in popular make-at-home recipes.

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Restoring Historic Dr. John Biggers Mural After Harvey

What was once thought gone in Hurricane Harvey now is back in full glory. This is the historic Dr. John Biggers mural – the contribution of the negro woman to American life and education.

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Joe Biden's experience sets him apart. It could also hurt him in 2020.

If former Vice President Joe Biden enters the 2020 race, his more than four-decades-long career in Washington will face fresh scrutiny, including his work on criminal justice and financial reform issues.

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Getting the Band Back Together: Houston Welcomes Back Center Clint Capela to the Starting Lineup

In 2014, one of the best hip-hop duos known to date, Outkast, reunited to play dozens of venues around the United States including Coachella, which is the biggest summer music festival around. It had been nearly 10 years since Big Boi and Andre 3000 had been on stage, but once they hit that stage it was like they never had a layoff.

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Why would anyone lie about being a victim of a crime?

Everyone lies. But some falsehoods have graver consequences than others, such as lying to police about being a crime victim.

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Jussie Smollett paid $3,500 to stage his attack, hoping to promote his career, police allege

Jussie Smollett paid two brothers $3,500 to stage an attack on him last month, taking "advantage of the pain and anger of racism to promote his career," Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson alleged Thursday.

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Text messages and rideshares helped police uncover evidence in the Jussie Smollett case

The sequence of events reads like the plot of a television show: A man stages his own attack and rehearses it beforehand, making sure there's a surveillance camera nearby to record it.

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Trump's Fake National Emergency

President Trump's decision to declare a national emergency in order to fund his border wall triggers a crisis for our Constitution and our democracy.

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5 things to know for February 22: Jussie Smollett, NC election, Vatican, Venezuela

Looking for a new way to beat the traffic? If you live in Mumbai, you can use Uber to summon ... a speedboat. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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SeaWorld San Antonio to Launch 2019 Season Saturday, Feb. 23

New sea turtle attraction, new rides highlight 2019 calendar

SeaWorld San Antonio will launch its 2019 season Saturday, Feb. 23, with the first of four new Sesame Street Kids’ Weekends featuring fun for the entire family.

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TSU launches groundbreaking student-run, e-radio station

Texas Southern University students have a new voice – The Voice – with the launch of KTSU2, a student-run, streaming radio station that officially launches on Tuesday, February 19.

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Houston Ebony Opera Guild will hold African American Music Gala on March 2

Hall Johnson’s SON OF MAN will be performed by Chorus with Narration by Bishop Robert E. Hayes

Houston Ebony Opera Guild announces its Annual African American Music Gala, a concert featuring SON OF MAN, composer Hall Johnson’s cantata based on African American Spirituals. Roland Carter will conduct the chorus. With Bishop Robert E. Hayes, Jr. as narrator, the performance will take place at 4 p.m., Saturday, March 2, 2019 at Westbury United Methodist Church, 5200 Willow-bend Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77096. Tickets are available online at houstonebonymusic.org or by calling 713-335-3800. The individual price is $30 in advance or $35 at the door. The Group Rate is $25 per ticket for 10 or more.