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April 14, 2026

Exclusive: Kristin Tips out as head of embattled Texas funeral commission

Kristin Tips, the longtime presiding officer of the embattled Texas Funeral Service Commission, is no longer on the board.

“Governor Abbott appreciates Kristin Tips’ service,” Andrew Mahaleris, Abbott’s press secretary, said in an email Tuesday. “An announcement on a replacement will be made at a later date.”

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Park Bom writes lengthy letter of apology to her 2NE1 members and the public

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Hyoyeon reveals why she continues to live alone in Girls' Generation's dorm for almost 20 years

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Astros strike out 13 times in 3-2 loss to Rockies to end 2-game winning streak

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Houston Astros Taylor Trammell (26) reacts after lining out to end the eighth inning of an MLB baseball game at Daikin Park, Thursday, April 18, 2026, in Houston.

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Astros strike out 13 times in 3-2 loss to Rockies to end 2-game winning streak

Houston was held to five hits and stranded nine runners in a loss to Colorado as the Rockies avoided a sweep.

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