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Riyadh's Ritz-Carlton: Luxury Hotel Or Detention Center for Saudi Royals?

Less than two weeks ago, the lavish Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Riyadh was playing host to some of the world's top executives. Now it appears to have become a detention center for Saudi royals ensnared in a corruption investigation.

Instacart: Baby formula searches surging as store shelves remain empty

Instacart said searches for baby formula hit a record high in mid-May but the on-demand grocery delivery site is struggling to fulfill orders because its stores remain severely understocked amid the ongoing national formula shortage.

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Houston Ballet Expands On Its 2020 Plans For Digital Programming and Launches New Digital Program This Week

A Look at the Rest of 2020 for Houston Ballet and the Premiere of its First 2020-2021 Repertoire

Houston Ballet prepares to present the rest of its programming in 2020 digitally, beginning first with A Night at Jacob’s Pillow on October 9. While the organization fulfilled subscribers’ benefits with previously recorded digital programming in the remainder of its 2019-2020 season, its opening repertoire of the 2020-2021 season will be the first on-demand program available to single ticket buyers as well.

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Vatican says Pope's comments on same-sex civil unions were taken out of context

The Vatican has sought to clarify Pope Francis' comments in support of same-sex civil unions, saying they were taken out of context and do not signal a change in doctrine.

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Catalonia Leader Fails to Clarify Independence Declaration

The President of Catalonia, Carles Puigdemont, failed to clarify Monday whether his administration had officially declared independence from Spain and instead repeated his call for talks to resolve the ongoing constitutional crisis in the country.

President Trump to Visit Benedict College for The Conservative Case for Criminal Justice Reform

The President of the United States of America will be speaking on Friday, October 25 during a one-day symposium on "The Conservative Case for Criminal Justice Reform” at Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Benedict College. He is speaking in his capacity as President, not as a candidate for office. He will be joined by other Republican elected officials and conservative thought leaders for the Friday symposium.

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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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Bayou City Art Festival Returns to Downtown Celebrating 50 Years

50th Annual Bayou City Art Festival Downtown: Saturday & Sunday, October 8-9, 2022

Bayou City Art Festival, produced by the Art Colony Association, Inc., will return to Downtown Houston on Saturday and Sunday, October 8-9, 2022, to celebrate 50 years of providing unique art experiences and education in Houston, while supporting local organizations and promoting the impact that art has on the Houston community.

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Macy's Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month With Round-Up Campaign And Products

Macy’s encourages customers to donate online or round-up their in-store purchase to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and The Pink Pony Fund

Macy’s encourages customers to donate online or round-up their in-store purchase to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and The Pink Pony Fund Customers can shop limited-time product that gives back at macys.com/pinkshop

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GM sales inch higher despite big strike impact

The strike at General Motors plants in September and October took a bite out of its fourth-quarter sales, but strong demand for the vehicles made at its other plants allowed the company to report a narrow gain in US vehicle sales overall.

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Gas Gods Takes the Lead In Breast Cancer Awareness Month With A Specially Crafted Refreshing Strawberry Lemonade THC-Infused Drink

This delightful beverage serves as both a symbol of dedication to the cause and a source of support, with a portion of the proceeds directed toward breast cancer research and patient support.

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Kelly Clarkson to fill in for Simon Cowell on "America's Got Talent"

Simon Cowell will be sitting out Tuesday and Wednesday's episodes of "America's Got Talent" due to an injury, but thankfully, the talent competition knew just who to call for a moment like this.

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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.

Houston Concierge Association to Host 12th Annual Cultural Partner Open House and Clothing Drive

Benefiting Star of Hope on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, 5:30-8 p.m.

Guests from all aspects of the hospitality industry are invited to experience an evening of entertainment and networking during the 12th Annual Cultural Partner Open House and Clothing Drive for Star of Hope, hosted by The Houston Concierge Association (HCA) and Houston First Corp. on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, from 5:30-8 p.m. at Vault & Vino.

Solid Waste Management Department Collection and Facility Schedule for Independence Day, July 4, 2022

Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin would like to make residents aware of the collection and facility schedule changes for the up coming 4th of July holiday .

Houston Symphony's October Classical Concert's Promise Berlioz's Macabre Smphoie Fantastique Just In Time for Halloween

Dame Jane Glover leads Mendelssohn’s Musical Portrait of a Famed Scottish Landmark Houston Symphony Principals Rian Craypo and Aralee Dorough Step Into the Soloist Spotlight

he Houston Symphony is observing Halloween this year with a weekend of performances of Hector Berlioz’s masterpiece of the macabre, Symphonie fantastique. This month’s classical subscription concerts feature the famed Berlioz symphonic wild ride, as well as Dame Jane Glover’s and Italian conductor Jader Bignamini’s return to the Jones Hall podium, and Symphony Principal Flute Aralee Dorough and Principal Bassoon Rian Craypo stepping forward to perform soloist roles.

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The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency: 12th Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon

Save the Date: Sunday, October 30, 2022

The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit providing Houston-area women and girls with the tools needed to be advocates for their health, along with Luncheon Co-Chairs Laura Davenport with her daughter Lucy and Luba Bigman with her daughters, Katya and Keira are hosting a “Girls Who Rule the World” themed 12th Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon on Sunday, October 30, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. at the Royal Sonesta Hotel. Tassword123#

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Award Winning Hadestown Comes to Houston

Winner of Eight 2019 Tony Awards Including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Musical Theater Album

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Public Art of the University of Houston System Unveils Newest Temporary Art Commission - Folly By Jorge Pardo

Public Art UHS marks the opening of the installation with a series of events October 19, 20 and 21

Public Art of the University of Houston System (Public Art UHS), an arts organization that serves multiple campuses across the UH System and the greater Houston community, unveils its newest temporary installation: Folly by Mexico-based Cuban-American artist Jorge Pardo. This work marks the third project in Public Art UHS’s temporary public art program and the second site-specific Grove Commission developed for Wilhelmina’s Grove, a serene on-campus gathering space anchoring the UH Arts District. The Temporary Public Art Program of the University of Houston System is generously supported by The Brown Foundation, Inc.

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Will Thanksgiving be a superspreading event? Look to Canada for answers

Three weeks after Canadians celebrated their Thanksgiving holiday, the country is seeing a national spike in cases.