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By Hande Atay Alam, CNN (CNN) — A German-Iranian citizen arrested in Iran in 2020 has been granted a temporary release, on the condition she wear an electronic ankle monitor, according to her daughter. “I am pleased to announce that my mother Nahid Taghavi was this morning released temporarily on furlough. Unfortunately, Nahid has to
Continue ReadingBy Brian Barefield Click here for updates on this story January 9, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud has a pregame routine that he dislikes breaking. He walks, stretches, swings a golf club, and takes a couple of pretend jump shots with a basketball before he picks up a football for warmup
Continue ReadingBy Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had surgery to treat prostate cancer in late December and later developed complications that landed him in intensive care, doctors at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center said Tuesday. But his own team and independent medical experts agree that his outlook is good. His
Continue ReadingBy TARA COPP and LOLITA C. BALDOR Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had prostate cancer surgery and was later hospitalized in intensive care due to complications from that operation without President Joe Biden, Cabinet members or even his deputy knowing. That revelation has put an intense spotlight on what staff knew
Continue ReadingCONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Lawyers for a man wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for 44 years say he’s reached a $25 million combined settlement with a central North Carolina city and the state of North Carolina. The settlement was announced Tuesday by attorneys for Ronnie Long and the city of Concord. It will end a wrongful
Continue ReadingBy Burt Levine Click here for updates on this story January 9, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a vibrant declaration, Pearland Mayor Kevin Cole has honored the spirit of MLK Day, symbolizing this annual observance as a beacon for new beginnings in Pearland’s dynamic community. The proclamation comes amidst Pearland’s remarkable growth, heralding a
Continue ReadingBy Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story January 9, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Houston Style Magazine dives into the rich legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in shaping the world of sports. In the heart of our nation’s intricate history, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) stand as monumental
Continue ReadingBy DAVID KOENIG and TOM KRISHER AP Business Writers The extended grounding of some Boeing 737 Max jetliners is adding to pressure on Boeing and the subcontractor that made the fuselage and installed a panel that blew out leaving a gaping hole in an Alaska Airlines plane last week. Investigators know the sequence of events
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By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story January 9, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a city renowned for its dynamic spirit and resilience, Mayor John Whitmire and City Controller Chris Hollins have set the tone for their term by initiating a strategic partnership aimed at tackling Houston’s fiscal challenges. The
Continue ReadingBy Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story January 9, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Poised to redefine the Midtown dining scene, James Harden’s celebrated restaurant, Thirteen, is gearing up for a grand February comeback, following a comprehensive three-month renovation. This Midtown gem, initially gracing Houston’s culinary stage in March 2021, briefly
Continue ReadingBy BARBARA ORTUTAY AP Technology Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Meta said Tuesday it will start hiding inappropriate content from teenagers’ accounts on Instagram and Facebook, including posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders. The social media giant based in Menlo Park, California, said in a blog post that while it already aims not to
Continue ReadingBy BARBARA ORTUTAY AP Technology Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Meta said Tuesday it will start hiding inappropriate content from teenagers’ accounts on Instagram and Facebook, including posts about suicide, self-harm and eating disorders. The social media giant based in Menlo Park, California, said in a blog post that while it already aims not to
Continue ReadingBy Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story January 9, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Join us for the spectacular Cookie Mega Drops event, an annual tradition that not only satisfies sweet tooths across Houston but also showcases the spirit of young entrepreneurship. Get ready to experience the hustle and bustle of
Continue ReadingBy Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Barry Keoghan has a story to tell about a scary flesh-eating bacteria that nearly cost the “Saltburn” actor his arm. Keoghan spoke about his battle with necrotizing fasciitis – a rare bacterial infection that eats away at the skin, muscles, nerves, fat and blood vessels around an infected wound
Continue ReadingBy Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story January 9, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — The Houston AutoBoative Show is set for a thrilling return to the NRG Center from January 24-28, 2024, celebrating the synergy of automotive excellence and nautical adventure for its third consecutive year. This fusion event offers an
Continue ReadingBy EMILIO LUGO Associated Press JONACAPA, Hidalgo (AP) — Authorities in central Mexico say they found the bodies of nine men in vehicles near a fuel pipeline. The circumstances around the deaths remain under investigation, but there are indications that fuel theft may have been involved. Mexico faces a problem with gangs that steal gasoline,
Continue ReadingBy Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — As she fought back tears, CNN anchor Sara Sidner revealed her cancer diagnosis to the world. “Just take a second to recall the names of eight women who you love and know in your life. Just eight. Count them on your fingers. Statistically, one of them will get or
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Alexandra Ferguson (CNN) — Un prometedor jugador del equipo juvenil del equipo de fútbol inglés Grimsby Town falleció a los 16 años después de que el coche en el que viajaba se estrellara contra un canal. El club describió su muerte como una “pérdida desgarradora”. “Cameron Walsh era una parte integral de la academia GTFC”,
Continue ReadingBy JANIE McCAULEY AP Sports Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Draymond Green is vowing a commitment to playing without the “antics” that have plagued him on the court throughout his career, working over the past month on ways to control his emotions and not let hostility take over. Oh, yes, he still plans to compete
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