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Leon Bridges on new album, tour and staying grounded in Texas roots

Touring his new album "Leon," singer-songwriter Leon Bridges talks with Anthony Mason about his music, his connection to Texas and the power of staying grounded.

Leon Bridges on returning to his Texas roots with new album

Celebrating his Texas roots, Grammy-winning artist Leon Bridges releases "Leon," an album he calls a love letter to the city of Fort Worth.

The root of the crisis in special needs education

Since legislative changes in 2014, governments have failed to adapt this area of public policy as autism diagnoses increase

World - Financial Times - October 22

The Roots of Trump’s Nativist Rhetoric on Immigrants

In the former president’s pitch to voters, historians hear echoes of the nation’s inescapable xenophobic history.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

‘Land politics’ are at the root of our costliest natural disasters

Patterns of home-building in climate frontiers and the resources provided to communities following natural disasters are deeply rooted in the political power of land.

Politics - The Hill - October 15

Calipari rooting for Pope, 'perfect' hire for UK

John Calipari said Kentucky made the "perfect" choice when it hired Mark Pope to replace him. "He has a heart for the place and he has an idea of what that is."

Sports - ESPN - October 15

Harris campaign leans into her HBCU roots

Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from Howard University with her bachelor's degree in 1986.

Kylie Minogue on roots in Wales and speaking Welsh

The queen of pop knows a few Welsh phrases and is proud of her south Wales roots.

The Temptations serenade Mets fans at NLCS as founder admits he roots for Dodgers

Sixty years after its debut, The Temptations’ “My Girl” has become a hit at Citi Field since New York Mets star Francisco Lindor began using it as his walk-up song in late May

Entertainment - ABC News - October 18

The Temptations serenade Mets fans at NLCS as founder admits he roots for Dodgers

Sixty years after its debut, The Temptations’ “My Girl” has become a hit at Citi Field since New York Mets star Francisco Lindor began using it as his walk-up song in late May

Sports - ABC News - October 18

Ofwat could be scrapped in sweeping review of failing UK water industry

Environment secretary says new commission will consider all options regarding water regulator

Business - Financial Times - October 22

Harris rooting for Dodgers in World Series match-up with Yankees

Vice President Harris said she’s rooting for the Los Angeles Dodgers over the New York Yankees as the two legendary franchises prepare to face off in the World Series. During an interview with ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Calls for reparations for Britain's slave trade are rooted in dark legacy

A debate about reparations for Britain’s role in the slave trade overshadowed a summit in Samoa of the Commonwealth, many of whose member nations were once British colonies

World - ABC News - October 25

Starbucks' plan to return to its roots involves 200,000 Sharpies

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol is betting that more personal touches in its cafes will win back customers.

Business - CNBC - October 31

From 1933 To 1973, Maine's Women's Hockey History Was Rooted In Waterville

The first game of women's hockey on record in Maine took place in 1933 at a winter carnival. Since then the game has continued to grow, and got a major boost from Colby College.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 3

Bitcoin Hits a Record as Crypto Investors Root for a Trump Win

Bitcoin’s price went above $75,000, breaking the record that the digital currency set in March.

Business - The New York Times - November 6

John Lewis 'returns to roots' with 'tear-jerker' Christmas advert

Set to Richard Ashcroft's Sonnet, this year's John Lewis TV advert has a "traditional feel", experts say.

Bouncy '80s pop takes root in 'New Wave,' a film about Vietnamese Americans' glam glory days

A labor of love for debuting director Elizabeth Ai, the documentary charts an uprooted generation of young people and the dance music that made them feel seen.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 23

Heisman Trophy candidate Ashton Jeanty's football roots trace back to a Navy base in Italy

Heisman Trophy candidate Ashton Jeanty’s football roots can be traced back to a Navy base in Italy

Sports - ABC News - October 31

Today’s populism is informed by bigotry, but its roots lie in the promise of equality | Kenan Malik

The dark view of populist politics by renowned historian Richard Hofstadter sheds light on the US election. ‘American politics has often been an arena for angry minds.” Not a comment on this year’s ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

Why discovering your ancestral roots can help you to truly feel like yourself

Since the age of six Greta Solomon knew she was a writer, but gained a richer sense of self when she discovered her ancestors were gifted storytellers too. There’s a photo somewhere – taken to ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

A tiny village in India where Kamala Harris has ancestral roots is praying for her victory

As millions of Americans gear up to cast ballots in U.S. elections, Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for president, has people rooting for her from thousands of miles away in a tiny south ...

World - ABC News - November 5

Apex Legends Returns To Its Roots In Season 23's Update, Check Out The Full Patch Notes

Season 23: From the Rift blends nostalgia with new features. With a new game mode that brings back previous versions of each Legend, an entirely reworked Lifeline, and the introduction of a ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 5

K-pop star Joshua rose to fame in Seoul but forever reps L.A.: 'It's where my roots are'

The K-pop singer talks about his past life in L.A., making current memories with music and food in his hometown before the group makes a two-night stop in at BMO Stadium this weekend.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 6

‘It’s shocking no-one’s done this before’: the 13-hour gig digging up the African roots of global pop

With a marathon performance and album, the wildly ambitious Chromesthesia charts centuries of intercontinental music. Its creator explains why she’s asking big questions about the true owners of ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

PJ Morton on forging his own path from gospel roots to Grammy-winning success

Maroon 5's PJ Morton joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his journey from gospel roots to Grammy-winning success.

Harris to travel to Texas on Friday

Vice President Harris will campaign in deep red Texas on Friday, less than two weeks before Election Day, to warn voters about the stakes of the election. Harris will give remarks in Houston ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

What if Texas goes blue?

Texas has been trending blue for a decade — that means Democrats could win the White House and maintain the narrowest of majorities in the Senate.

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Texas State of Mind

From the Chihuahuan Desert to the Pineywoods, what are voters across the Lone Star State thinking about as they cast their ballots?

Texas-Georgia, Zombieland celebration and more

Our college football experts touch on big SEC matchups, five surprises as we hit midseason and more.

Sports - ESPN - October 18

Trump Flipped Hispanic South Texas

Donald J. Trump’s biggest gains were along the Texas border, a Democratic stronghold where most voters are Hispanic. He won 12 of the region’s 14 counties, up from five in 2016.

Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Abbott to Texas universities: Freeze tuition

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) announced Wednesday that he has sent letters to all public universities in the state saying he would not support tuition raises over the next two years. His office spoke ...

Politics - The Hill - 33 minutes ago

What to watch for in the only Texas Senate debate

Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story What to watch for in the only Texas Senate debate U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R) will face challenger ...

Politics - The Hill - October 15

5 takeaways from the Texas Senate debate

Sen. Ted Cruz (R) and former Rep. Collin Allred (D) squared off on Tuesday in their only debate before Election Day, sparring over the border and abortion amid signs of a surprisingly competitive ...

Politics - The Hill - October 16

Watch highlights from the Texas Senate debate

Watch highlights from the Texas Senate debate between Democrat Rep. Colin Allred and Republican Sen. Ted Cruz. The two discussed their stances on abortion laws, the border and response to the Jan. ...

Politics - NBC News - October 16

Texas Supreme Court Halts Execution in Shaken Baby Case

Robert Roberson had been set to be executed on Thursday night for the death of his 2-year-old child. But after a bipartisan intervention by Texas lawmakers, the Supreme Court issued a stay.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 18

Texas judge temporarily pauses Robert Roberson's execution

A Texas judge Thursday temporarily halted the execution of a man who was convicted of murder in the death of his 2-year-old daughter. Robert Roberson would have been the first person in the U.S. ...

Texas poised to end Georgia's streak as favorite

Georgia owns the longest active streak as a betting favorite in the nation, a 49-game run that is poised to end Saturday against top-ranked Texas.

Sports - ESPN - October 18

Latino support for Democrats appears to be shrinking in Texas

Democrats have counted on the Latino vote for years, but their support appears to be slipping. NBC News polling shows a growing number of working class Latino voters in Texas are casting their ...

Politics - NBC News - October 18

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