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Marcus Smart Ejected After Punching Charles Bassey — 1dHouston guard Marcus Smart was ejected Wednesday after officials reviewed his punch at Golden State center Charles Bassey late in the third quarter and ruled it a flagrant 2. The incident came with the Rockets leading and left Houston without Smart for the remainder of the game.

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Derek Foss Smart had no business throwing a punch there, even with the lead. Houston paid for it by finishing without their guard.

Dental Practice Tops Houston Medicaid Care RankingHealth — 2dAffordable Dentist Near Me published a ranking of Houston dental providers accepting Medicaid, placing its six-city Texas practice first. The release highlights limited adult Medicaid dental coverage in Texas and families’ reliance on public clinics and other providers for affordable care.

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Rachel Meyers It's odd that this practice ranks itself first for Medicaid care when Texas coverage for adults is so limited anyway.

Nutcracker Shows, Markets Planned Across USEntertainment — 3dHoliday Nutcracker events include community and student ballet productions in Fort Collins and Winston-Salem, where UNCSA returns its staging to the auditorium that hosted its 1966 debut. Houston’s four-day Nutcracker Market brings more than 280 merchants together for holiday shopping, with proceeds supporting Houston Ballet and its programs.

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Stephen Curry Exits Early With Abdominal Soreness, Ruled Out by Warriors — 1dStephen Curry left Wednesday’s game against the Houston Rockets early in the first quarter after grabbing his right side. The Warriors ruled him out for the rest of the game with right abdominal soreness.

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Nicole Hardy Curry grabbing his side early like that makes me worry this could linger and affect the team's rhythm without him.

IJRRussian Pranksters Dupe OpenAI Officials Into Video Chat About ‘Offensive’ AI For UkraineDylan Kresak · 5 min · 12h

Rare Meteorites Go on Display in Maine, TexasScience — 4dA 4.5-billion-year-old meteorite that crashed through a Spring, Texas, home in March is now featured in the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s “Fall to Earth” exhibition. The exhibit explores the meteorite’s journey and impact, with NASA scientists helping reconstruct its passage through the atmosphere and fragments recovered across the Houston area.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Houston Beats Cincinnati 31-24 to Keep Title Hopes AliveSports — 5dNo. 17 Houston hosted Cincinnati in a pivotal Big 12 game, with the Cougars needing to win out to remain in the conference-title race and the Bearcats seeking bowl eligibility and an end to a November losing streak. Cincinnati entered with 13 forced fumbles, second-most in Division I, while Houston ranked ninth nationally in passer rating.

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Friend of robbery victim shoots armed suspect dead in southwest HoustonWorld — 4dA friend of a man being robbed outside a southwest Houston convenience store shot and killed an armed suspect, police said. Two other suspects fled, and investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to identify those involved; no arrests have been announced.

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Interstate crashes, planned closures disrupt trafficAuto — 1dConstruction will close eastbound I-30 between I-20 and Chapel Creek Boulevard in western Tarrant County from Friday evening through Monday morning, with drivers detoured via I-20 and Loop 820. Separately, crashes and a lost highway load caused closures and delays on interstates in Columbus, Richmond and Houston.

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Durant Returns as Rockets Face Suns — 5dHouston’s visit to Phoenix features Kevin Durant’s return to face his former team and a Rockets squad that has recently dominated the Suns. Phoenix hopes to build on its win over Orlando, but must contend with Alperen Sengun inside and Houston’s efficient three-point shooting.

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FaithTapPope Leo condemns machismo and violence against women in PeruPope Leo XIV condemned machismo and violence against women during his visit to Lima, calling for equal rights and women’s full participation in society and the Church. He also urged Peru’s bishops to support victims of clergy abuse with tru8h · 8 reads

Three men stabbed in Houston argument; one suspect detained, another soughtWorld — 6dThree men were stabbed during an argument in a parking lot at a southwest Houston apartment complex; all are expected to survive. Police detained one suspect, while another remains at large, and have not released a motive or further details.

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Suns, Rockets Face Key Injury Questions — 6dJordan Goodwin was ruled out and Rasheer Fleming cleared to play for Phoenix against Houston, while the Rockets were without backup centers Clint Capela and Steven Adams. The Suns looked to build on a win over Orlando, but Houston’s strong form and rebounding posed a challenge.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

FoodieLand Sets 2027 Dates for Festivals in Five CitiesLifestyle — 1dFoodieLand announced a 2027 spring tour across Phoenix, Austin, Houston, Dallas and Oklahoma City, with three-day festivals featuring more than 250 food and merchandise vendors, thousands of food offerings, live music and family activities. The events are scheduled from March 19 through April 25.

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Houston TX Hot Chicken Opens First UK Location and Targets 50 SitesBusiness — 5dHouston TX Hot Chicken opened its first restaurant outside the United States in Stevenage, England, beginning a UK expansion with a London location planned for December and a franchise goal of 50 sites over three years. Its menu features customizable spice levels, including an extreme option requiring a waiver.

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Jacksonville State routs Sam Houston 47-14Sports — 6dJacksonville State routed Sam Houston 47-14, extending its winning streak and staying unbeaten in Conference USA play. Caden Creel accounted for three touchdowns, while the Gamecocks’ defense limited the Bearkats to 254 total yards and helped set up an 85-yard kickoff-return touchdown.

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IJRNavy Scrambles To Ramp Up Tomahawk Production After Iran War Burns Through ArsenalFrancis Kapper · 4 min · 12h

Houston hosts Minnesota with Timberwolves missing Edwards — Nov 4, 2026Houston’s 7-1 start and unbeaten home record make the Rockets favorites against Minnesota, which is 5-3 but will be without Anthony Edwards. Analysts differ on the pick: some favor Houston’s depth and home strength, while others see Minnesota’s defense and rebounding keeping the game close.

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Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your futureQuizie — QuizA to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.

Brad Ausmus Expected to Return as Astros Manager — 2dBrad Ausmus is expected to become the Astros’ manager after three seasons as Aaron Boone’s Yankees bench coach, leaving New York to find a replacement. His deep ties to Houston and past managerial experience are potential assets, though his record and the Astros’ need for a reset raise questions about the fit.

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Astros Linked to Pitchers, Trade CandidatesSports — 6dAfter winning the AL West at .500, Houston faces an offseason centered on improving its inconsistent rotation while balancing a largely returning lineup and financial constraints; one suggested target is free-agent starter Michael King. Astros reliever Bryan Abreu could leave for Texas, while Isaac Paredes has emerged as a possible trade target for St. Louis amid Houston’s infield surplus.

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AfroTech draws thousands to Houston conferenceTech — Nov 5, 2026AfroTech 2026 brought technology, business and creative leaders to Houston for its 10th anniversary, with programming on AI, entrepreneurship, healthcare innovation and cybersecurity. The conference also emphasized networking and expanding career and business opportunities, including for students and underrepresented talent.

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Houston Press Highlights Best of Houston 2026Lifestyle — Nov 2, 2026Houston Press’ Best of Houston 2026 highlights local food favorites, including Henderson & Kane’s smoked beef garlic sausage, Star Rover’s casual steaks and an EaDo bakery known for inventive pastries and kolaches. The series also recognizes H-E-B’s role in Texas communities and its program supporting emerging local food businesses.

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Andrew PowellKansas Republicans Suffer Another Gubernatorial Defeat Despite Trump's EndorsementDemocrat Cindy Holscher has won the Kansas governor's race, defeating Republican state Senate President Ty Masterson in a contest that keeps the state's top office under Democratic control for another four years. The Associated Press projected Holscher as the winner in the race to replace Gov. Laura Kelly, who was term-limited, according to Fox News . Her victory gives Democrats their third straig10h · 219 reads

Houston mayor signs order limiting police contact with ICE — 6dHouston Mayor John Whitmire signed an executive order limiting when city police contact federal immigration authorities: officers will notify ICE when someone arrested for a jailable offense has an administrative immigration warrant, but not for citations or minor, nonviolent incidents. Whitmire says the policy aims to reduce residents’ fear while focusing enforcement on public safety threats.

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Marcus Bell This policy should help immigrants report crimes without fear while still catching serious offenders.

Ravens, College Football Teams Face Key MatchupsSports — 1dFive NFL betting previews assess Chargers–Ravens, Bills–Jets, Dolphins–Colts, Texans–Browns and Patriots–Lions using head-to-head results and recent trends, but the provided excerpts do not reveal the models’ picks or projected scores. Trends highlighted include Buffalo’s seven-game road winning streak, Houston’s strong record in low-total games, Cleveland’s home success and Detroit’s recent wins, alongside various over/under patterns.

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Warriors Make NBA History With Eight Straight WinsSports — 3dHouston beat Denver 110-100, despite strong performances from Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray. The Rockets have opened the season strongly, with wins over several top teams, though their standing in a deep Western Conference leaves room to improve.

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Cincinnati Chases Sixth Straight Win at No. 17 Houston — Nov 2, 2026Cincinnati visits No. 17 Houston in a Big 12 matchup, seeking to extend its five-game winning streak against the Cougars and strengthen its conference hopes. The Bearcats bring a potent offense led by running back Cole Tabb, while Houston will look to contain Cincinnati and capitalize on its own high-powered attack.

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Booker Scores 32 in Suns’ 122-96 Loss — 3dDevin Booker scored 32 points in the Suns’ loss to San Antonio, adding four assists, two rebounds, a steal and a block. He has scored at least 20 points in each of his last five games, including 24 in Phoenix’s win over Houston.

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IJRDemocrats Lean On Green Group To Reach UN Climate Talks Without TrumpSimon August · 7 min · 12h