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Civil Rights Leader and Educator Clara Luper Has Department Named in her Honor at University of Oklahoma
The University of Oklahoma has announced that it is recognizing educator and civil rights leader Clara Luper by naming the department of African and African American studies in her honor.
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Genevieve Collins Named in First Round of NRCC Young Guns
Today, Dallas businesswoman and 32nd district Republican nominee for Congress Genevieve Collins was named an official ‘Young Gun’ by the National Republican Congressional Committee, one of just seven candidates in the nation to earn the distinction.
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Senator John Cornyn Endorses Genevieve Collins for Congress
Today, Dallas businesswoman and Republican nominee for Congress in Texas’ 32nd district Genevieve Collins announced that she received the endorsement of the senior United States Senator from the state of Texas, John Cornyn.
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100 days later, Brexit isn't working and business wants it fixed
When British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his Brexit trade deal on December 24, he said it would enable UK companies "to do even more business" with the European Union.
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Trump signed "Make America Great Again" hats and an embroidered patch that read "Trump 2020," during his visit with service members in Iraq.
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Greece's President Katerina Sakellaropoulou, center, is cheered by residents during her visit to Kastellorizo./Credit: Thodoris Manolopoulos/Greek President's Office/AP
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Mental health-related emergency department visits are up 24 percent for kids ages five to 11 and up 31 percent for kids ages 12 to 17. …
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“Off-the-Registry” Gift Ideas for the Newlyweds This Wedding Season Give a Gift That’s Outside of the Box
A wedding gift is an opportunity to congratulate the newlywed couple as they officially begin their new life together. While gift registries provide guests with an idea of what the couple needs to build a home, it’s often the off-the-registry gifts that end up meaning the most. While it’s important to respect the wishes of the newlyweds and give them what they’ve asked for, there’s sure to be a perfect gift out there that they didn’t even know they wanted. If you're shopping for a present that's more memorable than a toaster, consider these "out-of-the-ordinary" picks.
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TSU faculty, staff and students celebrate Juneteenth
Members of the Texas Southern University community are honoring Juneteenth at a variety of events – both on- and off-campus, as well as virtually, over the next two weeks.
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'Harry Potter' Turns 20
Believe it or not, the world almost missed out on Harry Potter. Author J.K. Rowling has told the story of how she received "loads" of rejections before "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" (known in the U.S. as "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone") was finally published on June 26, 1997.
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3 Dead in California Plane Crash
Three people were killed and two injured Monday when a small plane crashed into a residential neighborhood in Riverside, California, said the city's Fire Chief Michael Moore.
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Fact-checking Trump's false claims on unsolicited ballots
President Donald Trump has been waging a disinformation campaign against mail-in voting for months, but recently, he's seized on a particular statistic to support the narrative that this election is prime for widespread fraud.
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Ramsey Lewis Cancels Upcoming Performances Miller Outdoor Theatre Announces Replacement
“I regret to inform everyone that Ramsey Lewis has unexpectedly cancelled his October 13th performance at Miller Outdoor Theatre. I received notice today that Mr. Lewis has decided to retire from touring effective immediately,” says Cissy Segall Davis, managing director of the Miller Theatre Advisory Board.
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Supreme Court Won't Hear Trump Bid to End DACA Program
The Supreme Court said on Monday that it will stay out of the dispute concerning the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program for now, meaning the Trump administration may not be able to end the program March 5 as planned.
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Faith in Action National and International Join Immigrant Rights Groups Calling for Migrant and Refugee Protection during the COVID-19 Pandemic
In a statement today to elected leaders, Faith in Action and the Hope Border Institute have partnered with grassroots and religious organizations in Mexico and Central America to demand urgent protections for migrants across the region during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Russia ramps up pressure on Trump to honor Iran nuclear deal
Russia joined a chorus of voices Monday urging US President Donald Trump to stand by the Iran nuclear deal, as Tehran sent a stern warning that it was an "all or nothing" situation.
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AJ McLean explains why solo projects never divided the Backstreet Boys
For Backstreet Boys' AJ McLean, pursuing a solo career doesn't mean he has to step away from the band with which he's performed for almost 30 years.
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Home prices fell in February, breaking a decade-long streak of year-over-year increases
The median price of a US home was lower this February than it was in February 2022, ending more than a decade of year-over-year increases, the longest on record, according to a National Association of Realtors report released Tuesday.
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Phoenix Mercury to adjust travel arrangements following Brittney Griner harassment incident, head coach says
Following the harassment of WNBA star Brittney Griner at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, Phoenix Mercury’s leadership plans to make adjustments to prioritize players’ travel safety, head coach Vanessa Nygaard said Sunday.
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HISD to virtually announce winners of 2020 annual holiday greeting card student art competition
18 finalists selected from 99 student entries
The Houston Independent School District will unveil the winners of the district’s 2020 holiday greeting card student art competition on Monday. This year, 18 students from HISD elementary, middle, and high schools have been named finalists out of a total of 99 student entries. The finalists were chosen by the district’s area superintendents.
