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Mark Burns: the black and white magic of a Houston-based photographer

Since time immemorial, humankind has sought to freeze the moment and enjoy watching pleasant moments. In this pursuit, we have come a long way from the camera obscura to today's sharpest molecular images. In addition,...

Bill Hicks: stand-up and philosophy of life

Stand-up is a relatively young phenomenon. It originated in the US in the late nineteenth century. Mark Twain is considered to be the first famous wit of this genre. Bill Hicks made a significant contribution...

Justin Cronin is a well-known writer from Houston

While Justin Cronin was walking the streets of Houston with his daughter, she asked him to write a story about "a girl who saves the world." The writer promised to fulfill the request, but he...

Enron in Houston: the most famous scam in the region of the last century

The bankruptcy of the energy company Enron remains the biggest financial gamble in American history. The consequences of this fraud were enormous. Together with Enron, dozens of other related companies sank into oblivion, hundreds of...

Houstonians who made it into the Guinness World Records

Houston is home to many world records. Several of them were set by city residents, while others took place in the metropolis. Let's take a look at the most interesting ones on houstonski. The largest mosaic...

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Energy Day Houston Festival: A Celebration of Science and Fun for the Whole Family

Is there anything more important in parenting than the joy of connecting with your children? Perhaps only shared work, learning, and helping your kids...

Ron White: The Comedian with a Cigar and Scotch Who Lucked Out to Reach the Top

Stand-up comedian Ron White had every chance of going unnoticed. Drug use in his youth and a lack of support could have plunged him...

“For every taste and color”: the Diversity of Houston Film Festivals

There are a variety of festivals of different genres offered to locals and city guests in Houston. Their goal is to spread other cultures...

Renée Zellweger: The Star of “Bridget Jones’s Diary” and Her Unfulfilled Journalistic Dreams

Many of you have likely watched or at least heard about the famous American comedy “Bridget Jones’s Diary.” This film is a reinterpretation of...

Regional Show Business in Houston

Houston is famous for its vibrant arts and cultural events. It’s a dynamic city, considered one of the largest in the United States. Today,...
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