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Why Tennis Can't Afford To Lose Roger Federer And Rafa Nadal -- Just Yet

It was only a few minutes after his Australian Open victory over Rafael Nadal, but already Roger Federer was thinking about the future of the game he loves so dearly.

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Natural ways to prepare for cough and cold season

There’s never a convenient time for your child to get sick. While missed school (and work!) days are going to happen, there are steps you can take to minimize them. In this interview with Dr. Bill Sears, America’s Pediatrician, he talks about his strategies to support their immune system so kids will be less likely to get sick in the first place. He also talks about simple ways to address your child’s cough and cold symptoms that don’t involve medication.

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Derek Chauvin says he will not testify at trial as defense is set to rest

Derek Chauvin said Thursday he will not testify in his own defense in the trial of George Floyd's death and he invoked his Fifth Amendment right to remain silent.

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Astros Clinch AL West Division Title

First division title since 2001 & first as AL club

With today’s 7-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners at Minute Maid Park, the Astros have clinched the American League West Division title.

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Summer Camp Pitcher’s Duel

Astros Ace’s Justin Verlander and Lance McCullers Jr. go against each other in simulated game

A pitcher’s duel of small proportion broke out at Minute Maid Park as 2019 AL Cy-Young Award winner Justin Verlander and 2017 All-Star Lance McCullers pitched in the simulated game held during Summer Camp 2020 in Minute Maid Park.

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First presidential debate devolves into chaos as Trump and Biden insult and interrupt one another

The first presidential debate quickly devolved into pure chaos Tuesday night as President Donald Trump repeatedly talked over former Vice President Joe Biden, who responded with jabs at the President -- at one point calling him a clown and "the worst president that America has ever had."

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Next Weekend at Discovery Green

Houston, can you believe we’re at the end of August? We have a list of fun activities that your whole family can enjoy to continue enjoying the last bit of summer!

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Pizza party: 14 versions of the world’s favorite food

Is there any food more globally glorified than pizza? The ultimate comfort food that traces its roots to Naples, Italy, has been adapted by cultures all over the world. Italians have even devised a series of lists of the best pizzas outside of Italy.

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Iowa Braces for 'Life-Threatening' Blizzard, South and East Coast Face Record Lows and Tornado Risks

A calamitous cocktail of vicious winds, extreme snowfall, dangerous thunderstorms and potentially deadly cold is taking aim across the country as perilous conditions snarl travel and threaten power outages in freezing temperatures. Here’s the latest:

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Stedman Graham to Serve As Keynote Speaker at Summit On Educating African American and Latinx Boys

Author, speaker, and entrepreneur Stedman Graham will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2nd Annual Summit on Improving the Outcomes of African American and LatinX Male Youth (The Summit) at Prairie View A&M University on Thursday, August 6, 2020.

PVAMU instructor hosting summer web series on the book, “The Death of Cliff Huxtable”

The seven-week series explores Cosby Show memories against the alleged predatory acts of Bill Cosby.

After teaching her first virtual film and television production class amid COVID-19 restrictions, media production adjunct instructor Terésa Dowell-Vest is taking a similar approach with her fanfiction book, “The Death of Cliff Huxtable…So We Can Survive Bill Cosby.” The series will include panelists and cast members from all over the country, including PVAMU faculty and students.

HomeGoods to Open Store In Houston On November 3rd

National Retailer Offers Inspiring Home Décor at Great Values.

HomeGoods, the leading off-price home décor store, will open an approximately 20,516 square-foot store in Houston (West University) on Sunday, November 3rd at 8:00 a.m. The new store is located in the Weslayan Plaza at 5540 Weslayan Street. This will be the 17th HomeGoods in the Houston market.

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Houston Is a Hotspot for High-Income Renters in Texas ─ Rich Renter Households Reached a High of 17,838 [New RentCafe Study]

America’s high-income earners seem to be getting a real taste for renting, according to RentCafe’s most recent study. Renters with an annual income of over $150,000 nearly doubled in five years, reaching a total of 2.6 million. Among them, an unlikely new kind of renter is gaining ground: the millionaire.

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Airbnb bans use of indoor security cameras

Airbnb is banning the use of indoor security cameras in listings globally, the short-term rental platform announced Monday.

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Fauci says he was in surgery when task force discussed CDC testing guidelines

White House Coronavirus Task Force member Dr. Anthony Fauci said he was undergoing surgery and not part of the discussion during the August 20 task force meeting when updated US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines were discussed.

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Narcan saved the life of this poodle after suffering apparent drug overdose

A poodle named Toodles in Pennsylvania was revived with Narcan after suffering an apparent drug overdose, according to a local shelter.

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EV Tech Completes First Phase of EV Charger Installation at South Texas Project in San Marcos

EV Tech, a national provider of EV Chargers, installation and service, and Front Half, LLC., announced today that a pair of high powered EV Chargers were installed at 1332 N. Interstate 35 Frontage Road in San Marcos, Texas, adjacent to the Texas Bean & Brew House. The EV Charger installation marks the completion of the first phase of electrification development on the 5.58-acre property. Future efforts will include two additional EV Chargers with four available ports, as well as rooftop solar panels, large-scale battery storage and a gas turbine to create a fully integrated microgrid.

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5 Things for October 4: Las Vegas, Puerto Rico, Facebook & Russia, Spain, Uber

Survivors of the Las Vegas shooting will need long-term support. Here's how you can help. And here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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5 Things for November 14: Roy Moore, Clinton, Quake, Puerto Rico, Blood Pressure

For the first time in almost 60 years, Italy won't be in the World Cup. Hey, Team USA feels your pain. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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The city trying to make better bagels than NYC

A search for the best pulled pork barbecue or biscuits and gravy are fine reasons to hop a flight to North Carolina, but if you're looking for a great New York-style bagel? Bless your heart.