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2 dead as Russia launches attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure
Read full article: 2 dead as Russia launches attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructureA Russian cruise missile strike on infrastructure in Ukraine’s western Lviv region has left one person dead while another died in an attack in the northeast.
Pope overcomes health concerns to preside over Easter Mass and appeal for peace in Gaza and Ukraine
Read full article: Pope overcomes health concerns to preside over Easter Mass and appeal for peace in Gaza and UkrainePope Francis has rallied from respiratory problems to lead some 60,000 people in Easter celebrations and make a strong appeal for a cease-fire in Gaza and a prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine.
The Trump camp and the White House clash over Biden's recognition of 'Transgender Day of Visibility'
Read full article: The Trump camp and the White House clash over Biden's recognition of 'Transgender Day of Visibility'President Joe Biden is facing criticism from Donald Trump and religious conservatives for proclaiming March 31 — which corresponds with Easter Sunday this year — as “Transgender Day of Visibility.”.
Hop on down to the Island, and celebrate Easter at Moody Gardens!
Read full article: Hop on down to the Island, and celebrate Easter at Moody Gardens!Discover a delightful Easter experience at Moody Gardens! 🌼🐰 Treat your family to a memorable celebration filled with delicious food, and fun activities. #MoodyGardens #EasterCelebration #FamilyFun
Beautiful weather ahead!🌞 Here’s what to wear if you’re spending Easter Sunday in the Houston area 👔🐰👗
Read full article: Beautiful weather ahead!🌞 Here’s what to wear if you’re spending Easter Sunday in the Houston area 👔🐰👗Whether you’re going to brunch, or heading to a church service, we want to make sure you’re prepared for what the weather will be like on Sunday.
Girl, 8, only survivor of bus crash that kills 45 Easter pilgrims on South Africa's deadly roads
Read full article: Girl, 8, only survivor of bus crash that kills 45 Easter pilgrims on South Africa's deadly roadsAn 8-year-old girl was the lone survivor after a bus full of Easter pilgrims from Botswana making their way to a popular church festival in rural South Africa crashed off a bridge on a mountain pass and plunged into a ravine before bursting into flames.
Bus plunges off a bridge in South Africa, killing 45 people. An 8-year-old is the only survivor
Read full article: Bus plunges off a bridge in South Africa, killing 45 people. An 8-year-old is the only survivorAuthorities say a bus carrying worshippers headed to an Easter weekend church gathering plunged off a bridge on a mountain pass and burst into flames in South Africa, killing at least 45 people.
Have colorful Easter photos? Make us ‘hoppier’ by sharing them!
Read full article: Have colorful Easter photos? Make us ‘hoppier’ by sharing them!The coming days will be filled with egg hunts, candy being handed out, pictures with the Easter bunny, and other family portraits to commemorate the most important day on the Christian calendar.
Search continues for gunman responsible for killing 30-year-old Houston man at Zydeco event this past Easter Sunday
Read full article: Search continues for gunman responsible for killing 30-year-old Houston man at Zydeco event this past Easter SundayAuthorities are asking for the public’s help in revealing any additional details surrounding a deadly shooting that took place in Cheek, Texas this past Easter.
Man shot 14 times, killed early Easter morning in N. Houston
Read full article: Man shot 14 times, killed early Easter morning in N. HoustonThe Houston Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying the person they believe is responsible for shooting and killing a man on Easter Sunday.
Ukrainians celebrate Palm Sunday in church marred by dispute
Read full article: Ukrainians celebrate Palm Sunday in church marred by disputeUkrainians have marked Palm Sunday in the country's most revered Orthodox site that has been at the heart of a religious dispute playing out in parallel with the war against Russia.
300 foster families receive early Easter lunch in Cypress
Read full article: 300 foster families receive early Easter lunch in CypressEaster came early for some area foster families. Several activists, community organizations and state and local leaders hosted the first ever Easter lunch for 300 CPS foster families Saturday.
AP PHOTOS: Joyous Holy Week celebrations around the world
Read full article: AP PHOTOS: Joyous Holy Week celebrations around the worldFrom dressing as Roman soldiers in Antigua, Guatemala, to carrying palm fronds on the streets of Lagos, Nigeria, Christians around the world are celebrating Holy Week.
An Easter primer: Facts, figures you might not have known about the celebration
Read full article: An Easter primer: Facts, figures you might not have known about the celebrationHere’s a synopsis of both the historical elements of Easter that people might not know about, and the modern financial windfall Easter is expected to be in 2022.
5 spots to visit in Jerusalem around Easter
Read full article: 5 spots to visit in Jerusalem around EasterMany Christians around the world flock to Jerusalem each Easter to try and relive firsthand the events written about in the Bible on what is the most important week and day on the Christian calendar.
A look at the cool games and gadgets for kids
Read full article: A look at the cool games and gadgets for kidsWe’re hopping right into Easter next week, and if you still need some ideas to help fill those easter baskets, you’re in luck. From puzzles to games, even slime, here is the 411 on what’s cool for kids this spring.
Pastry Chef Ruchit Harneja to compete in Easter baking challenge on Food Network
Read full article: Pastry Chef Ruchit Harneja to compete in Easter baking challenge on Food NetworkWith Spring creeping around the corner, warm weather and Easter will be here before you know it! Baker Ruchit Harneja joined us today to discuss his upcoming challenge on Food Network’s ‘Spring Baking Championship: Easter.’
Russian Orthodox head escapes EU sanctions thanks to Orban
Read full article: Russian Orthodox head escapes EU sanctions thanks to OrbanThe head of the Russian Orthodox Church has been removed from the latest round of European Union measures to punish Russia’s invasion of Ukraine at the insistence of Hungary.
Far from home, Ukrainian refugees pray at Easter for peace
Read full article: Far from home, Ukrainian refugees pray at Easter for peaceFar from home and unsure when or even if they will ever return, Ukrainians displaced by war gathered at churches across Eastern Europe on Sunday for the Orthodox Easter holiday.
Live updates | Ukraine: Civilians in steelworks beg for aid
Read full article: Live updates | Ukraine: Civilians in steelworks beg for aidAn adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the U.S. secretaries of state and defense are meeting with the Ukrainian leader in the highest-level visit to Kyiv by an American delegation since the start of Russia’s two-month invasion.
For Ukrainian Orthodox in US, war news casts pall on Easter
Read full article: For Ukrainian Orthodox in US, war news casts pall on EasterMany Ukrainian Americans are observing Orthodox Easter this Sunday, but they’re finding it difficult to be joyful when their ancestral homeland has been torn by the Russian invasion.
Burglar bathed, ate inside Montrose home after entering through cat flap on Easter Sunday
Read full article: Burglar bathed, ate inside Montrose home after entering through cat flap on Easter SundayHome surveillance video recorded the moment a burglar entered a home in the Montrose area on Easter Sunday, squeezing his way through a cat flap.
Mass shooting wave rattles communities large and small in US
Read full article: Mass shooting wave rattles communities large and small in USThree mass shootings in the U.S. over the Easter holiday weekend capped a month of rampant gun violence that's touched both big cities and small, rural communities across the nation.
Ukrainian mayor and lawmakers attend Vatican Easter vigil
Read full article: Ukrainian mayor and lawmakers attend Vatican Easter vigilPope Francis invoked “gestures of peace in these days marked by the horror of war” in an Easter vigil homily in St. Peter’s Basilica attended by the mayor of the occupied Ukrainian city of Melitopol and three Ukrainian lawmakers.
Some Eggs-traordinary Easter info!
Read full article: Some Eggs-traordinary Easter info!Happy holiday weekend to you! Whether you are celebrating Easter, beginning Passover or just hanging, it looks to be a warm, partly cloudy weekend with only a smattering of showers now and then (thanks to a more humid southeast wind off the gulf).
Pope Francis calls for an Easter truce in Ukraine
Read full article: Pope Francis calls for an Easter truce in UkrainePope Francis opened Holy Week Sunday with a call for an Easter truce in Ukraine to make room for a negotiated peace, highlighting the need for leaders to “make some sacrifices for the good of the people.”.
Every ‘bunny’ is going to love these Easter treats from Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV
Read full article: Every ‘bunny’ is going to love these Easter treats from Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TVFrom a Bunny Cake made with cupcakes to Easter bunny-shaped dinner rolls, we’ve got some festive ideas to help fill your menu.
4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World
Read full article: 4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney WorldThe resort is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary celebration, and now is the perfect time to celebrate the season and upcoming Easter holiday. If you plan on visiting, we have uncovered a number of fun activities for families to experience while out exploring the theme parks and nearby resort hotels.
🔒Insiders, here are 7 splashy ways to step beyond the egg coloring kit this Easter
Read full article: 🔒Insiders, here are 7 splashy ways to step beyond the egg coloring kit this EasterIf you're not into the egg coloring kit this year -- or if you just forgot to buy one -- here are a few alternatives you can do at home.
Hymns through masks: Christians mark another pandemic Easter
Read full article: Hymns through masks: Christians mark another pandemic EasterChristianity’s most joyous feast day is being celebrated worldwide with worshippers spaced apart in pews and singing choruses of “Hallelujah” through face coverings for the second Easter Sunday in a row.
Forget about candy, here are some ‘healthier’ ways to celebrate Easter at home
Read full article: Forget about candy, here are some ‘healthier’ ways to celebrate Easter at homeA registered dietitian shares healthier Easter basket options for kids, that are still fun without all the sugary treats. And for the adults, she’s cooking up a flavorful Easter lunch of Grilled Lamb Loin Chops with Corn on the Cob and Grilled Romaine.
The Latest: SKorea's daily virus increase tops 500 again
Read full article: The Latest: SKorea's daily virus increase tops 500 againSouth Korea’s daily increase in coronavirus infections exceeded 500 for the fourth straight day, a pace unseen since January, as experts raise concern about another viral surge amid a slow rollout in vaccines.
Christians mark Good Friday, Holy Week under virus woes
Read full article: Christians mark Good Friday, Holy Week under virus woesFor a second year, Christians in the Holy Land are marking Good Friday without the mass pilgrimages usually seen in the Holy Week leading up to Easter because of the coronavirus.
Merkel: 'A quiet Easter' needed to counter rising infections
Read full article: Merkel: 'A quiet Easter' needed to counter rising infections“There needs to be a quiet Easter festival,” Merkel said in a video address. AdIn contrast, Britain has given one vaccine shot to 46% of its people. Health Minister Jens Spahn said routine vaccinations will begin in doctors' practices on Tuesday, with 35,000 GPs scheduled to receive 940,000 vaccine doses next week. Germany expects to receive about 40 million vaccine doses during the second quarter. AdMerkel, who is 66, says she would be prepared to take the AstraZeneca vaccine.
Madrid slows down vaccine jabs over Easter despite govt plea
Read full article: Madrid slows down vaccine jabs over Easter despite govt pleaPeople wearing face masks to protect against the spread of coronavirus walk in downtown Madrid, Spain, Wednesday, March 31, 2021. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)MADRID – Spain’s Madrid region halted COVID-19 vaccinations Thursday at health centers for four days so medical staff can rest over the Easter holiday, despite pleas from the national government not to halt the fight against surging infections. Health Minister Carolina Darias last week urged regional authorities to keep vaccinating over the Easter break, saying it was “very important” to keep up the inoculation program. Spain, like other European Union nations, has had a surprisingly slow vaccine rollout that authorities blame on vaccine shortages. AdIt also noted that vaccine shots will still be administered at a city hospital and a city soccer stadium over the traditional Easter break.
Holy days arrive for the faithful as pandemic eases in US
Read full article: Holy days arrive for the faithful as pandemic eases in USFor Christians across the United States, Easter services on Sunday will reflect an extra measure of joy as the nation experiences rising optimism after a year of pandemic. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)For Christians across the United States, Easter services on Sunday will reflect an extra measure of joy as the nation experiences rising optimism after a year of pandemic. It’s a season of major holy days for other faiths as well, occurring in a brighter mood than a year ago. Jews are observing Passover this week, and Muslims will enter the holy month of Ramadan in about two weeks. AdDas said he loves the festival because it celebrates diversity: “It acknowledges that we complement each other — different ethnicities, different nationalities, different genders.
Romania OKs holding Easter celebrations despite virus surge
Read full article: Romania OKs holding Easter celebrations despite virus surgeAs Romania battles against a surge of COVID-19 infections authorities announced on Thursday March 25, 2021, that Easter celebrations in the deeply Christian country will physically go ahead this year. AdThe Easter Service is one of the most important dates in the Christian calendar. On the night of the Resurrection, Romanian Orthodox worshipers attend a service at midnight when they receive the Holy Light. “Preventing physical Easter in an Orthodox country in times when people need safety but also hope is not one of those." The prime minister also said he used Thursday's meeting to urge religious authorities to support Romania’s vaccination campaign, which has delivered more than 2.6 million vaccines shot so far.
Poland orders stricter pandemic measures for Easter period
Read full article: Poland orders stricter pandemic measures for Easter periodA cyclist passes in front of an ambulance by an infectious diseases hospital in Warsaw, Poland, on Thursday, March 25, 2021. (AP Photo/Czarek Sokolowski)WARSAW – Poland's government ordered stricter pandemic measures for the two-week period surrounding Easter, describing the new rules Thursday as an attempt to limit human contacts amid a deadly surge in the coronavirus pandemic. Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki said he knew the more severe measures come during a period when families traditionally spend time together for Easter, and it would require a sacrifice from Poles. “The evolution of the virus and the British mutation is leading not only to more infections, but also causing more hospitalizations,” Health Minister Adam Niedzielski said. The higher numbers in Poland come amid more testing.
Let the Easter Bunny do the cooking: 10 restaurants offer to-go options for Easter brunch, dinner
Read full article: Let the Easter Bunny do the cooking: 10 restaurants offer to-go options for Easter brunch, dinnerCan’t decide what to cook for Easter? Let Houston-area restaurants do the work for you.
The Latest: Philippine leader orders mayors investigated
Read full article: The Latest: Philippine leader orders mayors investigatedNew coronavirus cases and hospitalizations in Utah have been on a downward trend since January. Ad___SAO PAULO, Brazil — Brazil has reached 300,000 confirmed COVID-19 deaths and become the second nation to top that figure. ___BOISE, Idaho — The governor of Idaho has said COVID-19 vaccine eligibility will be open to all Idaho residents 16 and up starting April 5. ___WAILUKU, Hawaii — A hospital on Maui had to throw out nearly 1,400 vaccine doses after a refrigerator thawing the vials did not properly seal. Also, COVID-19 deaths have dipped below 1,000 a day on average for the first time since November.
Merkel drops Easter shutdown plan for Germany, apologizes
Read full article: Merkel drops Easter shutdown plan for Germany, apologizesGerman Chancellor Angela Merkel attends the weekly cabinet meeting of the German government at the chancellery in Berlin, Wednesday, March 24, 2021. (Kay Nietfeld/Pool via AP)BERLIN – German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Wednesday dropped plans for a five-day shutdown over Easter, which had prompted confusion and criticism. The same group, faced with rising coronavirus infections, had come up early Tuesday with the unexpected plan for tighter restrictions over Easter. Ad“The idea of an Easter shutdown was drawn up with the best intentions, because we must urgently manage to slow and reverse the third wave of the pandemic,” Merkel said. Merkel said, even without the Easter shutdown, the decisions that she and the state governors came up with offer a “framework” to beat back the new wave of coronavirus infections.
Hop your way to these egg hunts around the Houston area this spring
Read full article: Hop your way to these egg hunts around the Houston area this springHOUSTON – The weather is getting nicer, which is perfect for Easter egg hunts! These are the events hosting Easter egg hunts in the next two weekends:7 Acre Wood Easter Egg FestWhere: 4401 Frazier St., ConroeWhen: Saturday, April 3, 10 a.m. -3 p.m. Bay Area Raceway Easter Egg HuntWhere: Bay Area Raceway, 3825 Gulf Freeway, DickinsonWhen: Saturday, April 3, 12 p.m. 🐰🐣 We're inviting all the kids for a FREE Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 3rd! Moms & Dads, bring... Posted by Bay Area Raceway on Sunday, March 14, 2021Know of any Easter egg hunts happening in the Houston-area?
Spanish islands warn tourists to abide by virus restrictions
Read full article: Spanish islands warn tourists to abide by virus restrictionsFaced with a possible flood of visitors from Germany later this month, authorities in Spains Balearic Islands are warning hotel owners that tourists must adhere to coronavirus restrictions the same way residents do. But the restrictions havent stopped eager German tourists who have rushed to book flights and accommodation this week following their governments removal of the islands from a list of high-risk contagion zones. (AP Photo/Joan Mateu, FIle)MADRID – Faced with a possible flood of visitors from Germany later this month, authorities in Spain's Balearic Islands are warning hotel owners that tourists must adhere to coronavirus restrictions the same way residents do. But the restrictions haven't stopped eager German tourists who have rushed to book flights and accommodation this week following their government's removal of the Balearic Islands and other holiday destinations from a list of high-risk areas. Tourism accounted for 12% of Spain's gross domestic product before the pandemic and nearly a third of the Balearic Islands' output.
Peeps’ marshmallow-scented grass will make this year’s Easter baskets sweeter
Read full article: Peeps’ marshmallow-scented grass will make this year’s Easter baskets sweeterThis year’s Easter baskets can be enhanced with the sweet smell of marshmallow. After the company announced they will take a brief hiatus from production last year, Peeps, the holiday-themed marshmallow brand, unveiled “marshmallow-scented” grass that enhances the sweet treats of an Easter basket filled with goodies, Delish reported. The grass comes in several vibrant colors such as pink, green, blue and purple and can be mixed in the basket with other colors. Each grass pack is $1 and is sold exclusively at Dollar General. The Peeps brand has recently stepped up their merchandise since its hiatus, from bringing teddy-bear sized Peep plushies at Build-a-Bear Workshop to build-your-own cookie coops for decoration, according to Delish.
Could your pet be the next Cadbury Easter Bunny?
Read full article: Could your pet be the next Cadbury Easter Bunny?HOUSTON – If you think your pet is some-bunny special, enter their picture on Cadbury’s website so they can be the next Cadbury Bunny. That’s when Cadbury will let the public vote on the cutest animal. The winner wins $5,000 and a spot in this year’s Cadbury Easter commercial. Last year’s winner was Lieutenant Dan, a two-legged treeing walker coonhound from Ohio. The Hershey Company says Lieutenant Dan will be a guest judge in this year’s competition.
Methodist Hospital organizing event to vaccinate 4,000 more people Saturday
Read full article: Methodist Hospital organizing event to vaccinate 4,000 more people SaturdayHOUSTON – Houston Methodist Hospital was organizing a vaccination event on Saturday and said it worked with state officials to find those who need it most. “We’ve already vaccinated over 41,000 Houstonians and so we’re proud of that,” said Cathy Easter, Senior Vice President of Community Development at Methodist Hospital. Methodist Hospital plans to vaccinate 4,000 more people on Saturday. Memorial Hermann opening vaccine clinic at NRG ParkMemorial Hermann is set to open a coronavirus vaccine clinic at NRG Park this week and opened registration for appointments to the public. On Wednesday evening, officials said all available appointments for Memorial Hermann’s vaccine clinic at NRG Park are full.
Augusta National in November? 5 reasons why this year’s Masters will stand alone in history
Read full article: Augusta National in November? 5 reasons why this year’s Masters will stand alone in historyIf you’re clicking around on the remote control while watching TV this weekend, odds are, you’ll stumble on som sights of Augusta National Golf Club. Yes, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, that will be the case for the first time in the history of the illustrious tournament. Paul Casey of England plays a shot on the second hole during a practice round prior to the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club on November 09, 2020 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Patrick Smith) (Getty Images)One of the reasons the Masters is often the most-rated golf tournament is the stunning sight of azaleas and other flowers throughout the course. No fansThis won’t be any different from any other golf tournament or major sporting event this year.
5 safety guidelines you should know for Halloween
Read full article: 5 safety guidelines you should know for HalloweenDr. Stephen Ostroff, a former deputy commissioner and chief scientists for the Food and Drug Administration and deputy director for the Centers for Disease Control, shared five guidelines people should follow to stay safe while celebrating Halloween. Most Halloween celebrations are outside and costumes already require masks, so get creative with face coverings and gatherings. “Work with your child to think of ways to integrate clever, while still protective, face coverings into their Halloween costume,” Ostroff recommends. “Consider holding a small outdoor gathering of children with required physical distancing in the yard or elsewhere in the neighborhood. For more tips on how to stay safe this Halloween visit the CDC website.