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Beckham's fellow Qatar World Cup ambassador Khalid Salman told a German outlet that homosexuality is "damage in the mind." Mandatory Credit: Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images
Published on November 14, 2022
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Supreme Court says House January 6 Committee can get Kelli Ward's phone and text records
The Supreme Court cleared the way on Monday for the House select committee investigating the January 6 US Capitol attack to obtain the phone and text records of Arizona Republican Party Chair Kelli Ward.
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Student suspect in custody after 3 football players shot dead and 2 people wounded at the University of Virginia, police say
Police have in custody a University of Virginia student suspected of fatally shooting three football players and wounding two other people late Sunday at the school's main campus in Charlottesville as a bus returned from a class field trip, school officials said.
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Christopher Darnell Jones is in custody after 3 football players were shot dead and 2 people wounded at the University of Virginia on Sunday, police …
Published on November 14, 2022
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Troy Montes Michie: Rock of Eye
To tailor a garment by “rock of eye” is to rely on the drape in the fitting process—that is, to rely on experience over mathematical measurement. Draping is a kind of drawing in space: a freehand, an intuition, a trust of materials.
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Houston for the Holidays with DeQuina Moore (November 18-December 24)
Join Stages as they welcome DeQuina Moore, one of Houston’s most talented souls, home for the holidays in this Christmas cabaret. In addition to a flurry of holiday hits, DeQuina will share personal stories, from growing up in Houston to backstage on Broadway.
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Stay Food Safe this Thanksgiving Holiday
Keep your stomach full of turkey and free from foodborne illness this Thanksgiving holiday. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds us all that it’s important to remember the steps to food safety during America’s biggest meal.
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Young People Are More Progressive and Politically Engaged Despite Facing Significant Hurdles to Cast a Ballot
In an election cycle fraught with challenges, young people still organized and turned out in droves to make their voices heard and protect their freedoms at the ballot box. Despite this being the first general election since the passage of voter suppression legislation in Texas that restricts young people’s voting access, rising political extremism that pushes people away from the process, and a state administration that has all but abandoned its responsibility to promote democracy in the state, youth voter turnout in this election remained strong.
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Tell the Supreme Court: We Still Need Affirmative Action
One of the great joys of my life is teaching. I’m fortunate to teach classes on social justice at the University of Pennsylvania, one of the most respected schools in the country. Penn has a longstanding commitment to affirmative action, and I have seen first-hand how diversity in the classroom benefits all my students. There’s just no question that diversity is a core piece of a vibrant academic community and a critical part of the learning experience – for all of us. Bringing together students with different lived experiences forces students to think critically about their assumptions, which is an essential goal of a university education.
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Because They Were Just Germans?
In my hometown of Williamsburg, Virginia, there is a living museum whose stated motto is: "That the future may learn from the past."
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HISD rolling out student designed enrollment truck to reach Houston families
Houston Independent School District is prioritizing equitable access to Houston and surrounding families with a new HISD Mobile Enrollment Unit (E-Unit) coming to a neighborhood near you.
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Red Cross Honors United States Army Veteran Chester Jourdan Jr.
This Veterans Day, November 11, 2022, the American Red Cross is recognizing veterans who continue their service in local communities across the country like Southeast and Deep East Executive Director Chester Jourdan Jr.
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The MARCH Foundation Announces $50,000 Gift to Paul Quinn College for Student Scholarships
The MARCH Foundation, a private non-operating foundation, has announced a gift of $50,000 to provide scholarships for deserving students at Paul Quinn College, the nation’s only Urban Work College and Texas’ first HBCU, located in Southern Dallas.
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PVAMU to Host a Conversation with Chris Tucker
On Monday, Nov. 14, Actor, Comedian and Philanthropist Chris Tucker will visit Prairie View A&M University, where he will join President Ruth J. Simmons for a talk about his life, career and humanitarian work. The event is free and open to the public.
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Ezra Coffee, a Black-owned Specialty Coffee Company Launches its High-quality, Ethically Sourced Coffee Blends That Tell the Story of America's History with Each Sip.
Founded in 2021 by Jessica Taylor, a passionate storyteller, former educator and policy advocate and a long-time coffee aficionado, the brand celebrates inclusion, supports education and community and honors Black history and American history through coffee. Ezra Coffee's blends tell powerful stories of Black culture—tales of opportunity, freedom and perseverance in American history.
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TSU to celebrate Veterans Day
Texas Southern University will honor all Veterans during a ceremony, ribbon-cutting and reception to be held Friday, November 11, 2022, beginning at 10:30 a.m. The event will take place in the new Veterans Lounge in the Fairchild Building, room 1479 (on the side nearest Gray Hall).
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PVAMU alumna announced as Student Veteran Excellence Award recipient by The Texas A&M University System
The Texas A&M University System has announced Prairie View A&M University alumna Serita Whiting as this year’s Student Veteran Excellence Award recipient. PVAMU is a member of TAMUS.
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The Texas A&M University System’s Board of Regents name sole finalist for president at Prairie View A&M University
The Texas A&M University System’s Board of Regents on Thursday named Tomikia P. LeGrande as the sole finalist to become the ninth President of Prairie View A&M University.
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 Drives Sustainability Campaign with Upcoming Show, 'Down to Earth with Zac Efron: Down Under'
Hyundai Motor’s award-winning all-electric SUV supports the American actor’s eco-centric exploration of Australia in ‘Down to Earth with Zac Efron: Down Under’ IONIQ 5’s integral role in the inspirational docuseries to deliver campaign message of ‘Take Small Steps to Make A Big Difference’ Campaign includes a viral film highlighting eco-friendly features of IONIQ 5 and Roblox and interactive Instagram reels challenges that will drive donations to EARTHDAY.ORG
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Join Zac Efron on a sustainable journey around the world where he sets out to explore healthy ways of living and treating our planet responsibly. We could not think of a better means of transportation for this than our fully electric IONIQ 5! ‘Down to Earth With Zac Efron: Down Under’ – November 11, only on Netflix. ▶ Find more about Down to Earth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2rln... ▶ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyundai/ #dtewithzacefron #downtoearth #downtoearthwithzacefron #downunder #Netflix #zacefron #darinolien #Hyundai #IONIQ5
