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Miguel's The Ascension Tour Breathed Life Into Houston

As a follow up with the fans for his fourth studio album, War & Leisure, Miguel made a stop in Houston on his The Ascension Tour, and the city couldn’t have been any happier. On tour with Miguel was his talented brother Nonchalant Savant and Drake’s label Ovoo hit Canadian R&B group DVSN.

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Weeks after the California fires, a woman and her loyal dogs are reunited at their home's remains

Dogs' loyalty to their masters and homes are the stuff of legend. And here's more heartwarming proof.

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Statement by U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on the Appointment of 14 New Members of the National Board for Education Sciences

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona issued the following statement on the appointment of 14 new members of the National Board for Education Sciences:

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Miguel, SiR Bring the Heat to Warehouse Live

Miguel, at his core, is a rock star wrapped in an R&B singer’s silhouette. When he’s on stage, as he was Tuesday night at Warehouse Live, all eyes were on him. There were strategic lighting placements and rigs to give off more of a show, but the “Adorn” singer couldn’t help himself. There were wardrobe changes; he slid out of his leather jacket to sport different fashionable T-shirts and ultimately serenaded a sold-out crowd with a steady diet of sexually charged bedroom bangers and funk-R&B songs.

Desert Door premieres Easteños: True Cowboys of the Wild Horse Desert

The short film, Easteños: True Cowboys of the Wild Horse Desert, tells the story of brothers and cowboys Timo and Miguel Rodriguez. As part of a collaborative series with Desert Door Texas Sotol and Ocotillo films, this film highlights the cowboy’s connection to the land and explores what it means to be a true cowboy. Hosted by Desert Door at the Hotel Emma in San Antonio’s Pearl District, the short film premier was followed by an interactive Q&A session with the East Foundation cowboys featured in the film, Foundation CEO Neal Wilkins, and the film producers.

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For National Tequila Day, the World's Best Tequila

It's no wonder San Miguel del Allende was named this year's best city in the world by the readers of Travel + Leisure.

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Mexican Independence Day Fiesta: "Grito" Reenactment, Mariachi, Ballet, and Piñata Fun!

Saturday, Sept. 16 beginning at 11 a.m.

Join Children’s Museum Houston for fiesta, freedom and ballet folklórico as we commemorate Mexico’s “Fiestas Patrias.” On Sept. 15, 1810, Father Miguel Hidalgo climbed atop a church and encouraged people to fight for Mexico’s independence, which was then declared the next day. This “cry” for liberty marks Miguel Hidalgo’s famous “Grito de Dolores,” and it’s celebrated with music, fireworks and parades. Fiestas Patrias marks the Museum’s first of many events during National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.

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UPDATE: Suspect Charged, Wanted in Woman's Disappearance

Charges have been filed against a suspect wanted in connection with the disappearance of a woman whose vehicle was found about 1 p.m. on March 31.

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How Pixar Made CoCo the Biggest His in Mexico’s History

It’s official: Coco is the biggest blockbuster in Mexican history. Pixar’s story of Miguel, a small-town kid who longs to become a famous artist in spite of his family’s curious aversion to all things musical, has now earned more than a billion pesos—over $50 million—at the Mexican box office, well more than previous record-holder The Avengers.

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Student loan announcement to come in 'next week or so,' Education secretary says ahead of deadline

US Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said Sunday that Americans can expect a decision from the Biden administration on student loans in the "next week or so" as a pause on federal student loan payments is set to expire on August 31.

Readout of Secretaries Cardona and Mayorkas's Meeting with HBCU Presidents on International Day of Education

Today, on International Day of Education, Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas hosted a discussion with presidents of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) from across the nation to share information on grant programs, training resources, research opportunities, and other tools available to HBCUs to strengthen campus safety and security. The meeting was part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s ongoing commitment to ensure HBCUs have equitable access to the resources and support they need to effectively execute their critical missions.

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Lottery Winner Miguel Pilgram to Use Part of $52M Prize to Revitalize Street in Fort Lauderdale’s Oldest Black Community

A childhood in the black community of Memphis. A cruise line career that delivered him to a life in South Florida. And a lottery ticket he bought at a gas station. A winning lottery ticket. They are the factors in Miguel Pilgram‘s life that bring him now to Sistrunk Boulevard, a corridor the county calls the “historical heartbeat of Fort Lauderdale’s oldest black community.”

Seven Texas Students Named 2022 U.S. Presidential Scholars

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today announced the 58th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields.

U.S. Department of Education Emphasizes Importance of Full-Service Community Schools Through Competitive Grant Program

Department aims to scale the program to impact more children and families as communities respond to the pandemic.

Today, the U.S. Department of Education released the Notice of Proposed Priorities, definitions, and requirements for the Full-Service Community Schools competitive grant program and tomorrow is launching a 30-day public comment period for the program. These proposed priorities align with the vision set forth by the Biden-Harris Administration and U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona in support of high-quality educational opportunities for all students and the important role of full-service community schools in providing wraparound and academic supports to students and families that are critical in their academic success.

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Biden calls on Cuban regime to 'hear their people and serve their needs' amid rare protests

President Joe Biden on Monday expressed support for the Cuban people amid rare protests in the country over a lack of freedoms and a worsening economy, calling on Cuban President Miguel Diàz-Canel regime to "hear their people and serve their needs."

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Texas Led The Nation In On-Duty Officer Deaths In 2019

A sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed after a traffic stop in East Texas on Tuesday, bringing the total number of on-duty officer fatalities in the state this year to 18.

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Fatal overdose -2 suspected fentanyl dealers charged with murder

An investigation was launched in November after Christoper Lucia, 35, was taken to a hospital after testing positive for fentanyl. While under their care, he failed to regain consciousness and died after several days on Nov. 13.

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Education Department says Title IX protections apply to LGBTQ students

The Education Department on Wednesday issued guidance that Title IX prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, a reversal of the Trump administration's stance that gay and transgender students are not protected by the law.

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Disneyland Resort Welcomes Fall with Halloween Time and Plaza de la Familia, Beginning Sept. 1, 2023

*Halloween fans can start the festivities early with family-friendly entertainment and limited-time offerings beginning in September ▪ Featuring Disney and Pixar’s ‘Coco,’ Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure Park honors the traditions of Día de los Muertos ▪ Hotels of the Disneyland Resort debut Halloween décor at Goofy’s Kitchen and new ‘Coco’-inspired confectionery sculpture at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

U.S. Department of Education Delivers $1.5 Million in Emergency Funds to Support Uvalde Schools

Today, the U.S. Department of Education furthered the Biden-Harris Administration’s whole-of-government response to the tragic mass shooting at Robb Elementary School by disbursing a $1.5 million School Emergency Response to Violence (Project SERV) grant to the Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District (UCISD). The proactive release of grant funds reflects the extraordinary and immediate needs facing UCISD and follows Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona’s visit to the district on May 31 and June 1, 2022.

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