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New West Oso Elementary library offers preview of similar upgrades at area schools

West Oso Elementary School is one of 17 South Texas schools celebrating renovated libraries this year.

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Here are Houston Public Library’s most-checked-out books in 2022

Are you curious to know what other Houstonians were reading this year? From audiobooks and e-books to plain old paperbacks, readers checked out a lot of books from the Houston Public Library this year.

Missing girl, 13, found safe after Christmas disappearance

Lyla Lake, who was missing for almost a week over Christmas, has been found safe, police say.

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Fresh appeal for Lyla Lake, 13, missing over Christmas

Police issue a new CCTV image of Lyla Lake, who was last seen at Reading train station a week ago.

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Do children's bedtime books really get kids to sleep?

A ton of kids’ books end with bedtime. But do they have the desired effect?

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How one little girl learned it’s better to give than to receive

Through a difficult lesson, "Sneaky Sophie" learns the value of doing good things for others

Post Politics Now Biden to give pep talk to Democratic staffers as Election Day rapidly approaches

While some anlaysts say the political terrain has recently grown more favorable for Republicans, Biden predicted last week a swing in favor of Democrats.

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The DIY gadgets that could keep your energy bill down

With a little know-how people are tuning their home heating to reduce their gas consumption.

bbc.co.uk

Houston Newsmakers: HPD’s DART team, Houston Area Women’s Center highlighted as October’s Domestic Abuse Awareness Month begins

Houston Newsmakers: HPD’s DART team, Houston Area Women’s Center highlighted as October’s Domestic Abuse Awareness Month begins

‘Curiosity Cruisers’: Mobile libraries bring the power of reading, STEM programming to underserved children

The Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation (Foundation) and its Ladies for Literacy Guild announced on Wednesday the donation of a fourth Curiosity Cruiser to Harris County Public Library, which will hit the streets in October.

King Charles won't extend Meghan 'olive branch,' Adam Levine to perform and more top entertainment headlines

The Fox News Entertainment newsletter brings you the latest Hollywood headlines, celebrity interviews and stories from Los Angeles and beyond.

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Reading and math scores fell sharply during pandemic, data show

The findings offer an early glimpse of the sheer magnitude of the learning setbacks dealt to the nation's children during the first two years of the pandemic.

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Abducted Pennsylvania girl is found over 150 miles away in Brooklyn with no shoes on, officials say

A 13-year-old Pennsylvania girl who was abducted early Wednesday was found over 150 miles away in Brooklyn with no shoes on, officials said.

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Dave raps with fan while making Leeds Festival history

The Londoner became the youngest star to headline, while Megan Thee Stallion also made new friends.

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Letters: Take a stand

Let us take a stand this time! How many lives are we willing to sacrifice upon the alter of an absolute right to own a gun? Baldomero GarzaKatyTo sella tacoTo sell a taco in Texas you need to:(1) Obtain a permit from the Department of State Health Services. The state of Texas requires this for the safety and protection of its residents. Also, many places in the world are experiencing immigration problems, whether they be from Ukraine, Africa, Syria, Lebanon or other Middle Eastern countries.

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3 inspirational books everyone should read this summer, according to life coaches

Whether you’re seeking a good beach read or something to motivate you during slow summer days, these three titles have something to offer everyone.

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300 students from Astros Youth Academy receive books, backpacks and more Tuesday

Reliant employees are teaming up with the Astros Foundation to give out books, backpacks and other items to students Tuesday.

Elizabeth line: Central section sees one million journeys in five days

More than two million trips have been made across the entire line over the last five days, TfL says.

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Senior Fest 2022 kicks off week-long events to equip soon-to-be HISD grads for their next steps

Sunday, May 15, 2022, kicked off Senior Week for graduating seniors in the Houston Independent School District and we couldn’t let them go out without a great send-off!

Introducing an Expanded Books Section

This magazine has always been a destination for great writers and for those who love literature. That’s why we’re making books a much bigger part of what we do.

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Houston Newsmakers: Barbara Bush’s ‘A Celebration of Reading’ event returns for 28th year

Houston Newsmakers: Barbara Bush’s ‘A Celebration of Reading’ event returns for 28th year

‘Disability Book Week’ opens world of literary contributions to better understand, empower disabled community

Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner joins Texas Governor Abbott and officials from other states to proclaim April 23 – 29 as “Disability Book Week,” which will highlight authors worldwide with disabilities. It also includes books that have a leading character with a disability shown in a positive way.

Prince William: Commonwealth links to crown up to the people

Prince William says he will support and respect whatever decision the people make as Caribbean nations debate their relationship with the British crown.

Sisters take story time to Facebook Live so no child has to miss out

Bedtime stories are a fond memory many of us have from our childhood, and on the same note, it’s a memory many of us want to give our children, as well.

An adult spelling quiz: 5 of the hardest words in the English language

In recent years, an international team of linguists partnered with Merriam-Webster to analyze a decade’s worth of words.

Houston Newsmakers: Former TSU president gained first-hand knowledge about challenges of racism

Houston Newsmakers: Former TSU president gained first-hand knowledge about challenges of racism

COVID-19 vaccine in pregnancy may protect babies after birth

COVID-19 vaccines during pregnancy may protect babies after they're born and lead to fewer hospitalized infants.

Here's how inflation is hitting everything you buy for your home

Inflation is causing sharp increases in prices for home remodeling goods.

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$10 million lawsuit claims Southwest booted a passenger whose disability prevented mask wearing

The 68-year old Florida resident was yelled at, berated and ejected after pulling down her mask to drink water, suit claims.

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The 5 best books to help you live a happier, more balanced life in 2022, according to a burnout coach

Emily Ballesteros, a burnout management coach in Chicago, says these books by James Clear, Celeste Headlee and are the best ones on self-care and mental health.

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City status: Falklands Islands capital among 39 bidders for title

Port Stanley joins regular applicants, such Milton Keynes, for the chance to become a city next year.

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4 books to cozy up with this winter

Long winter nights offer a relaxed setting that’s perfect to immerse yourself in a good book!

Prince William reveals Xmas favorites in interview with kids

Britain's Prince William has revealed some of his Christmas favorites in response to questions from children receiving cancer treatment at a London hospital.

Covid: How to manage it at home

When is it fine to ride it out on the sofa or in bed?

bbc.co.uk

UK extends Covid booster vaccines to the over-40s

People over the age of 40 in the U.K. will be eligible for a booster dose of the Covid-19 vaccine from Monday.

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US will make large firms give paid time off for vaccinations

Companies with at least 100 workers will be required to give employees paid time off to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and paid sick leave if they have side effects from the shots.

4 charts show how Covid vaccines are working in the UK

The situation is looking bad once again in Britain, but a closer look reveals that it could be lot worse without the vaccines.

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Hints From Heloise: Memorial service features mementos for the guests

Reader selected a black-and-white photo to remind her of her friend.

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Americans are paying the most for gas in seven years

The national average for a gallon of gas is at the highest since 2014, and in some places consumers are paying more than $5 per gallon.

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FDA strikes cautious tone ahead of vaccine booster meeting

U.S. government advisers will debate Friday if there’s enough proof that a booster dose of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective.

13 children’s books my family is obsessed with at the moment

I’m not always the best “get on the floor and play” kind of mom, but any time one of my kids wants to bring me a book, I’ll drop what I’m doing in favor of some cuddles and reading time.

NBA goes ahead with plan to test unvaccinated players often

For NBA players, the scenario this season is simple: Get vaccinated or get tested, and often.

COVID-19 cases climbing, wiping out months of progress

COVID-19 deaths and cases in the U.S. have climbed to levels not seen seen since last winter, wiping out months of progress and potentially bolstering President Joe Biden’s argument for sweeping new vaccination requirements.

Shipping powerhouse invests in Californian fuel start-up backed by Warren Buffett

The environmental footprint of shipping, a crucial cog in the global economy, is significant.

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10 books to read in August

This month’s list includes a surprisingly serious turn from comedian Cecily Strong and a noir thriller set in 1970s Mexico City.

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Column: 9 Things to Like Right Now: Long days, Bisa Butler’s quilts and ‘Lupin’

Every now and then, columnist Mary Schmich makes a list of 9 things she likes. Here’s one for the beginning of summer 2021.

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Letters: KC readers discuss 1619 Project, Kevin Strickland, thanks to Blunt and Hawley

Learning about our nation’s flaws keeps us from repeating them in the future.

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Don McGahn’s unflattering portrayal of Trump

The former White House counsel's testimony breaks little factual ground beyond what was in the Mueller report. But it paints a picture in another way.

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Three local moms create ‘A Pop Of Literacy’ to make learning fun for kids and easy for parents

Providing families with easy-to-use literacy based sensory boxes created by moms and teachers.

Johnson 'anxious' over rise of Indian virus variant in UK

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he's “anxious” about the rise in the U.K. of the coronavirus variant first identified in India.

April's big jobs miss explained and what it means for the U.S. economic outlook

A confluence of factors helped explain the weak Labor Department count.

cnbc.com

Houston Newsmakers: James A. Baker III story headlines Barbara Bush Celebration of Reading

Houston Newsmakers: James A. Baker III story headlines Barbara Bush Celebration of Reading

Starbucks strikes deal with EEOC over alleged racial bias in promoting employees

Starbucks bags with free items, in recognition of the Starbucks coffee shot that is slated to go in at the CollegeTowne location, Reading, Pennsylvania, January 12, 2021. Starbucks said on Wednesday that it has resolved allegations from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission about alleged racial bias in its employee promotions, based on data from 2007 through 2011. The agreement with the federal agency was disclosed in Starbucks' third annual Civil Rights Assessment from the law firm Covington & Burling. A Starbucks spokesperson said that the company was engaged in on-and-off dialogue with the EEOC before reaching the agreement earlier this year. Earlier in March, Starbucks promoted Dennis Brockman to the role of global chief inclusion and diversity officer.

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17 picture books you’ve never heard of, but that your kids will love

Who doesn’t love “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?” (And the polar bear version. And the panda edition!) Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle definitely have that formula down to a science. And well, the classics are the classics for a reason, and most parents can probably agree there will be room for those books on any shelf.

Libyan man sentenced to life for deadly UK park stabbings

A Libyan man who stabbed three friends to death as they sat in an English city park on a summer evening has been sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole. Judge Nigel Sweeney said on Monday, Jan. 11, 2021 that Khairi Saadallah should be given a rare whole-life prison term for the ruthless and brutal attack. (Facebook via AP)LONDON – A Libyan man who stabbed three friends to death as they sat in an English city park on a summer evening was sentenced Monday to life in prison with no chance of parole. Judge Nigel Sweeney said Khairi Saadallah should be given a rare whole-life prison term for the “ruthless and brutal” attack. Saadallah, who had convictions for offenses including theft and assault, had been released from prison just two weeks before his deadly attack.

October pending home sales fall unexpectedly, as high prices take their toll on buyers

Pending home sales fell 1.1% month-to-month in October but were 20.2% higher compared with October 2019. This reading is a measure of signed contracts on existing homes, so it is a future indicator of closed sales. In the Midwest, sales fell 0.7% monthly but rose 19.6% annually. With the supply of existing homes so low, sales of newly built homes benefited. Builders, however, are now having the same issue as the existing market.

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New FIFA rules to protect female players' maternity rights

(AP Photo/Alastair Grant)GENEVA – (asterisk)(asterisk)EMBARGO UNTIL FIFA RELEASE ABOUT 10:00GMT(asterisk)(asterisk)Female soccer players should soon get their maternity rights protected under new employment rules announced Thursday by FIFA. “The idea is to protect female players before, during and after childbirth,” FIFA chief legal officer Emilio Garcia said on a conference call. The rules are expected to be approved by the FIFA Council next month and would take effect on Jan. 1. “We think these rules are part of common sense,” he said of the move, which follow International Labor Organization standards on compensating maternity leave. At least eight weeks of the 14-week minimum maternity leave must be after the player gives birth.

Libyan man admits stabbing murders of 3 friends in UK park

LONDON – A 26-year-old Libyan man pleaded guilty to murder Wednesday for stabbing three friends to death as they sat in an English city park. Khairi Saadallah admitted to three counts of murder and three of attempted murder for the June 20 attack in Reading, 40 miles (64 kilometers) west of London. James Furlong, 36, David Wails, 49, and Joseph Ritchie-Bennett, 39, were enjoying a warm Saturday evening in the city's Forbury Gardens park when they were stabbed. Each died from a single stab wound. The judge set a sentencing hearing for the week of Dec. 7.

Morgan makes English soccer debut for 1st match in 15 months

Tottenham Hotspur's Alex Morgan gestures to her teammates during the English Women's Super League soccer match between Tottenham Hotspur and Reading at the Hive stadium in London Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. Morgan came on as a 69th minute substitute, the game ended in a 1-1 draw. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)LONDON – Supported by her baby daughter in the stands, American superstar Alex Morgan made her debut in English soccer on Saturday. Morgan came on as a substitute in the 69th minute for Tottenham in a 1-1 draw against Reading in the Women’s Super League. She didn't manage to score in her first match in around 15 months, having given birth to Charlie in May.

Creating a stronger Houston through the power of literacy

HOUSTON – Houston is facing a literacy crisis. According to research from the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation, one in three Houston-area adults can’t read or write beyond a fourth-grade level. Illiteracy has become a multi-generational issue impacting all areas of the economy, but there is a strategic plan in place to change Houston’s literacy landscape. Nearly 30% of Houston-area third-graders fail to meet the minimum reading standards. The goal is to enrich the lives of more and more Houstonians through the power of literacy.

Huawei says Qualcomm applied for a license to sell it chips and the Chinese giant will use them if allowed

The logo of Chinese company Huawei at their main U.K. offices in Reading, west of London, on January 28, 2020. Huawei said that Qualcomm has applied for a license to sell it chips and the Chinese technology giant will use them in smartphones if permission is granted by the U.S. government. China's Huawei was put on a U.S. blacklist last year that restricted American businesses from selling products to the Chinese phonemaker. U.S. companies, including Qualcomm, were required to get a license from the government to export goods to companies on that list. Huawei designs its own smartphones chips called Kirin, via its HiSilicon subsidiary.

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Deshawn Watsons new book Pass It On is out now

HOUSTON Deshaun Watson is now an author. The Houston Texans quarterback released his new book, Pass It On: Work Hard, Serve Others ... Repeat," on Tuesday. It talks about succeeding as a leader in seven elements. A statement from the team about the book said Watson writes about everything from his experience as a Texans QB, to nursing his mom through cancer to his journey as a leader while attending Clemson. You can catch Watson and the rest of the Houston Texans play against the Kansas City Chiefs Thursday night on KPRC 2.

Changing the world, book by book: Inside one woman’s mission to spread messages of inclusion

Deeply impacted by recent events, one Florida native has made it her mission to spread messages of love, diversity and inclusion through books.

Librarian comes up with genius way to deliver books to students

Access to digital books is so simple, but there’s something unique about physically holding a book when you’re reading, isn’t there?

Chick-fil-A's first UK location will close after pressure from LGBTQ rights group

Chick-fil-A opened its first location in the United Kingdom in early October. A little more than a week later, the British shopping center leasing the location has already said it will not extend the restaurant's six-month lease, BBC reported Friday. The Oracle shopping center in Reading faced pressure from a local LGBTQ rights group, Reading Pride, according to the BBC. This six month pilot licensed location in Reading, UK is part of our exploration in international markets." Read more about the shopping center's decision not to extend Chick-fil-A's lease here.

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Sisters take story time to Facebook Live so no child has to miss out

Five nights a week, the girls, who are two of five siblings, read to whomever would like to listen on Facebook Live. We thought it may be beneficial for children who dont get this luxury, a post on the girls Facebook page reads. When they presented their mom with the idea to read on Facebook Live, even though she doesnt want them to be on social media, she agreed it would be a great, positive way to help light the world. The girls Facebook page Zaria X Hailey has quickly grown to more than 10,000 followers. For parents who don't want their kids on Facebook or Instagram, the girls also post their stories on their YouTube page.

Maxo Kream and Reading With A Rapper Deliver a Session at Worthing High

The lights in the auditorium at Worthing High School in the historic Sunnyside area of south Houston dimmed and the room was quiet. The group is the brainchild of Jarren Small and Douglas Johnson who came up with the idea while working in schools. I saw the Migos reading Dr. Seuss books and thought about how we could make this a tangible thing. Reading With A Rapper provides an added bonus by bringing lyricists to the schools to speak with the students about their work. Maxo Kream, whose new album Brandon Banks debuted Friday, spoke on why it was so important that he work with the literacy group.

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Adopt these habits to make your kids lifelong readers

The value of reading cannot be overstated. No matter how old or young your children are, have you read with them today?

"World's ugliest Christmas tree" lives on

It's the time of year when Christmas trees are normally being tossed to the curb, but in Reading, Pennsylvania, one tree has become immortal. It's not for the tree's beauty though. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" for another look at the "World's ugliest Christmas tree."

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Fighting for the Christmas spirit

Fighting for the Christmas spirit Steve Hartman went on the road to Reading, Pa., to see what might be the saddest Christmas tree of all time, and to meet the man who saved it.

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A small Pennsylvania town demands their Christmas tree be taken down

A small Pennsylvania town demands their Christmas tree be taken down In Reading, Penn., residents say Charlie Brown had a better Christmas tree than they do. The city decided to take it down, but some residents disagree. Steve Hartman is On the Road with the story.

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"Ugly" Christmas tree in Pennsylvania won't come down after all

"Ugly" Christmas tree in Pennsylvania won't come down after all A much-criticized Christmas tree in downtown Reading, Pennsylvania, is still standing. Many community members complained that it looked ugly and local officials started to take it down Monday, but as Vicente Arenas reports, the tree got a last-minute reprieve.

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Signage outside of school causing 15 feet of confusion

Signage outside of school causing 15 feet of confusion Reading parking signs to avoid getting a ticket can be frustrating, but one particular sign in Culver City, California really takes the cake. It's a whopping 15 feet of rules and regulations, and it's caused so much confusion city officials have already had pieces of it removed. KCAL-TV's Juan Fernandez reports.

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