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Alvarez Sparks Fourth Of July Celebration With Walk-Off Home Run

“It was definitely special,” said Alvarez. “My first walk-off in the Major Leagues, and obviously, being able to pull this one out is very special.”

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Russian hackers allegedly target Ukraine's biggest private energy firm

Russian hackers carried out a "cyberattack" on Ukraine's biggest private energy conglomerate in retaliation for its owner's opposition to Russia's war in Ukraine, the firm said Friday.

San Antonio native Natalie Torres talks about writing on Taika Waititi TV series, inspiring Latinx talent

Ever since Natalie Torres can remember, writing was always front of mind. Today, the 2014 graduate of Communications Arts High School on San Antonio's Far West Side, is a staff writer on the second season of the period rom-com series Our Flag Means Death. The HBO Max show stars and is executive produced by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit) and created by David Jenkins.

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The 3 reasons travel ground to a halt this Christmas

Over the Christmas weekend, flying was a miserable experience for millions of travelers, as airlines canceled or delayed thousands of flights.

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Ryan Reynolds and more pay tribute to Betty White

Betty White is being remembered for her light, humor, charm and friendship. Ryan Reynolds posted a loving tribute to longtime friend and "The Proposal" costar, who died Friday at the age of 99.

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Delta posts a profit but warns Omicron will mean a loss this quarter

A strong holiday travel season helped Delta Air Lines to a better-than-forecast profit in the last three months of 2021. But it expects to lose money again in the current quarter as Covid infections surge.

Why Senate Republicans are just fine with Joe Manchin calling them every name in the book

In the immediate aftermath of the Senate voting down a bipartisan commission to conduct a soup-to-nuts review of the riot at the US Capitol on January 6, the West Virginia Democrat let loose on his Republican colleagues.

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Debbie Allen Makes History As the First Black Woman to Receive the Governors Award

Debbie Allen made history at the 73rd Emmys by becoming the first Black woman to receive the Governors Award. She was honored on Sunday night for her contributions to television as a writer, actress, director, producer, dancer, and choreographer.

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Kelly Rowland is trying to make it through the pandemic too

Like many of us, Kelly Rowland's six-year-old son Titan has an itch to travel.

Two American siblings allowed to return from China after three years following lifting of exit ban

Two American siblings prevented from leaving China since 2018 have now been allowed to travel back to the United States.

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Fox News relies on existing stable of hosts to boost historically low prime-time ratings

Fox News on Monday unveiled a revamped prime-time lineup, naming a new 8 pm host to fill the void left by Tucker Carlson’s firing and shuffling its biggest stars around to boost sagging ratings as viewers rebel to protest the popular host’s dismissal.

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Good Jobs Will Come from a Cleaner EconomyGood Jobs Will Come from a Cleaner Economy

I traveled recently from Baltimore, the city where my mother grew up, to Portland, Maine, where my dad did. It’s easy for many to see differences between one of the Blackest cities in America and largest city in one of the whitest states in the country.

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Irving High School graduate gets a surprise after suffering life-threatening allergic reaction

Rene Amaya, a 19-year-old Irving High School senior, experienced a life-threatening ordeal on what was supposed to be the biggest day of his life.

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Discover the Artistic Marvels of East Harris County: Apply Now for HCCAC's Artists in Residence Program 2023-24!

The Harris County Cultural Arts Council invites you to embark on an extraordinary journey into the vibrant world of art and culture with their groundbreaking Artists in Residence Program. This innovative initiative aims to shape a unique cultural identity for the region while providing a platform for both emerging and established artists to showcase their awe-inspiring work.

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Country Star Chris Young to Headline Shell Freedom Over Texas

Houston's official Fourth of July celebration, Shell Freedom Over Texas, will feature country star Chris Young as the headliner, according to an announcement by Mayor Sylvester Turner and the Mayor's Office of Special Events. The event, known for its tradition, family-friendly activities, and patriotic spirit, invites Houstonians to join in the festivities and create lasting memories.

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When will the heat wave end? Relief arrives for some. For others, the danger has just begun

A deadly heat wave will worsen in parts of the South today, but relief from the most extreme, record-breaking temperatures arrives in Texas and is on the horizon elsewhere.

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Americans are growing optimistic about inflation

With inflation continuing to slow, US consumers are taking notice — and they’re feeling more optimistic.

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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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Bank of America accused of opening fake accounts and charging illegal junk fees

Federal regulators said Tuesday they found that Bank of America harmed customers by double-dipping on fees, withholding credit card rewards and opening fake accounts, all of which are violations of various consumer financial protection laws.

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Working from home could wipe $800 billion from office values globally

Remote work risks wiping $800 billion from the value of office buildings in major cities worldwide by 2030 as the post-pandemic trend pushes up office vacancy rates and drives down rents, according to a new report.