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6 ways to improve your memory, according to UTD brain research
New research from the Center for BrainHealth at the University of Texas at Dallas challenges a long held assumption that memory loss, or a reduction of cognitive abilities, is a natural part of the aging process....
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Krum High School senior scores a major achievement for the Bobcat choir
Roberto Ayala isn’t surprised his daughter Abagail has put the Krum High School choir program into something of an elite circle.
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North Texas suburbs resisting new housing laws garner Abbott’s rebuke
Gov. Greg Abbott wants to crack down on cities he accused of getting in the way of addressing the state’s housing affordability problems and make it easier for homeowners to build additional dwellings in their backyards, he said Friday....
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Texas land commissioner orders feds to stop ‘illegally’ clearing state border tract
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham sent a cease and desist letter on Friday to Customs and Border Protection and federal contractor Barnard Construction, accusing the company of illegally clearing state land in Presidio County, on the U.S-Mexico border....
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Family, community honor Carrollton soldier Isabella Gonzales at funeral service
Family members, military leaders and elected officials gathered in Plano on Saturday to honor the life of Army Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, remembering the 19-year-old as a woman of deep faith, selfless service and unwavering determination....
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New High School Campus in West End Opelousas Brings State-of-the-Art Training for High-Demand Careers
With support from Building Hope, JS Clark Leadership Academy opens a new 54,000-square-foot campus that includes an allied health academy and media studio, giving students hands-on career experiences earlier in their education...
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Don Huffines sworn in as Texas comptroller ahead of November elections
Former state Sen. Don Huffines adopted his new role as Texas’ chief financial officer after a swearing-in ceremony Saturday.
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7 Denton-area baseball players earn TSWA all-state honors
Seven local baseball players earned recognition among the state's best this week as part of the Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association all-state teams. Guyer garnered two honorees, while Argyle, Ryan, Krum, Sanger and Ponder snagged one each....
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Houston mothers challenge Ten Commandments posters under Texas’ new parental rights amendment
Three Houston mothers are suing to stop displaying the Ten Commandments in Texas public school classrooms, arguing that it violates the state’s religious freedom law and a voter-approved parental rights amendment....
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Texas lawmakers want to halt plan to build high-voltage transmission lines across the state
ODESSA — A growing chorus of Texas lawmakers is calling on the state’s electric grid managers and utility regulators to halt an expansive and increasingly controversial project to build transmission lines that would cut through several thousand acres of private…...
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For Texas DACA recipients, a fearful present and an uncertain future as protected status expires
Growing up in Austin, all the kids in Itzayana Mondragón’s neighborhood looked pretty much like her — and spoke Spanish too.
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Building the Ultimate Gaming Experience, Omniverse Upgrade: Dodge Brings the Viper ACR to Forza Horizon 6 and LEGO Technic
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Dodge, LEGO and Microsoft have come together to create a unique experience for gamers and car enthusiasts on Forza Horizon 6, featuring the legendary 2016 Dodge Viper ACR, the fastest street-legal Viper…...
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Helping Children Manage Back-to-School Anxiety
(NewsUSA) - As the summer winds down, many children look forward to the back-to-school season and the excitement of a new school year. However, for other children, transitioning to structured routines, managing academic pressures, and the fear of fitting in…...
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MindStir Media Earns Top Ranking Among Self-Publishing Services in 2026
New ranking evaluates 10 prominent self-publishing services and places MindStir Media first for its professionally managed approach to book production, distribution, marketing and author support....
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MindStir Media Ranked No. 1 Among the Best Self-Publishing Companies in 2026 by the Popular Writers and Authors Website
New industry ranking recognizes MindStir Media as the best overall choice for authors seeking professional guidance, publishing support and premium positioning from self-publishing companies....
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Yves Bissouma Expands Beyond Football with Landmark $7 Million Global Fragrance Partnership
Global Bright Future Brands unveils AURA by Yves Bissouma, a premium unisex fragrance manufactured in the United States, marking the beginning of a long-term athlete lifestyle brand....
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MindStir Media Ranked No. 1 Among the Best Book Marketing Services of 2026 by PaperTrue
MindStir Media earns the top position in PaperTrue’s newly published ranking of book marketing companies serving independent and established authors
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New Children’s Book The Twin Stars’ Great Adventure Encourages Young Readers to Discover the Light Within
Anna Florentina Junker’s imaginative new story explores friendship, courage, self-belief and the importance of recognising one’s unique gifts.
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CertificationPoint Introduces Regional Voting Initiative to Expand Member Leadership Across Six U.S. Regions
New voting platform empowers members to shape regional representation while strengthening collaboration among students, educators, mentors, and employers....
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Josh Koren Calls on Professionals to Keep Learning as AI Changes the Workplace
Josh Koren, Miami investor, is sharing a personal lifelong learning pledge, encouraging professionals to stay curious and adaptable as artificial intelligence and emerging technologies continue to reshape the workplace....