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HBCUs Finding Avenues of Help with UNCF
Historically Black Colleges and Universities are in dire need of help. Their lifeline was promised to them this past February from the Trump administration when he paraded close to 100 HBCUs presidents to Washington, D.C. for that massive photo opp when he signed the new HBCU initiative. Announcing that the initiative would be a top priority for his administration, he moved it from the Department of Education to the White House with the new name Presidential Executive Order on The White House Initiative to Promote Excellence and Innovation at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
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Olaplex Partners with Social Impact Commerce Platform ShoppingGives To Enable Philanthropic Giving
At launch, Olaplex is leveraging ShoppingGives' technology to power Women's History Month giving initiatives
ShoppingGives, the eCommerce platform that creates purposeful and profitable relationships between brands and nonprofits, today announced at Shoptalk its partnership with OLAPLEX (TICKER: OLPX), one of the largest independent hair care brands in the world with over 100 worldwide patents. OLAPLEX has launched ShoppingGives' donation integrations in its online store beginning with a focus on nonprofits empowering women in honor of Women's History Month. By partnering with ShoppingGives, OLAPLEX is able to directly engage its customers in this philanthropic campaign and future ones, with the flexibility to feature any of 1.8 million nonprofits as recipients of a portion of its sales proceeds.
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THIS LABOR DAY: A Time To Reflect and Recharge Our Commitment To Empowering The American Workforce
As we revel in the joys of barbecues and last-minute summer escapades this Labor Day, let’s also pause to pay homage to the American work- ing class—often the unsung heroes—who have revolutionized the quality of life we now celebrate. This day serves as a compelling reminder that the rights and privileges we effortlessly enjoy today—think the 40-hour work week, weekends, and safe working environments—are not mere gifts of fate but the hard-won victories of labor movements against corporate exploitation.
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AARP Texas Accepting 2023 Community Challenge Grant Applications
The annual program aims to make communities in Texas more livable for people of all ages
AARP Texas invites local eligible organizations and governments across the country to apply for the 2023 AARP Community Challenge grant program, now through March 15 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern. Grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable in the long-term by improving public spaces, transportation, housing, civic engagement, diversity and inclusion, and more.
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The Kevin Hart Irresponsible Tour' Adds Over 100 New Dates Across North America, Europe, Australia And Asia
Today, Kevin Hart announced he is expanding his widely successful and massively hysterical 'The Kevin Hart Irresponsible Tour,' adding over 100 new dates across the U.S., Canada, Europe, Australia and Asia. Produced by Live Nation, the new dates will kick off March 23 in Baltimore, MD and hit all new cities including New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Toronto, Paris, London, Sydney, Auckland, Singapore, and more. See below for full routing and on sale details.
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TxDOT Project Prompts HOV/HOT Lane Closures This Weekend
This weekend, the I-69/Hwy. 59 (Southwest Freeway) and the I-45 (North Freeway) HOV/HOT lanes will be closed due to TxDOT construction projects.
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ACHE-SETC’s 4th Annual Conference
Photography By Vicky Pink - ACHE-SETC’s 4th annual conference on healthcare leadership was conducted with …
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Tragic Implosion Claims Lives of All Aboard Titanic-Bound Submersible, US Coast Guard Reports
The submersible en route to the Titanic, which went missing on Sunday with five individuals on board, experienced a devastating implosion, resulting in the loss of all lives, according to US Coast Guard Rear Adm. John Mauger on Thursday.
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HISD @ H.O.M.E. distance learning plan provides essential resources for students online
The Houston Independent School District is launching HISD @ H.O.M.E. (Home-based Online Mobile Education), a distance learning plan to ensure students’ academic and non-academic needs are met as the district remains closed due to COVID-19 precautions.
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HISD @ H.O.M.E. Distance Learning Plan Provides Essential Resources for Students Online
The Houston Independent School District is launching HISD @ H.O.M.E. (Home-based Online Mobile Education), a distance learning plan to ensure students’ academic and non-academic needs are met as the district remains closed due to COVID-19 precautions.
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The Galleria Host Tree Lighting & Ice Show on Saturday, November 11th
The Voice semi-finalist, TSoul, to Headline Free Event!
The 29th Annual Ice Spectacular at The Galleria will kick off the holiday season with the lighting of its 55-foot Christmas tree, featuring 450,000 twinkling lights and 5,000 ornaments in a variety of colors and shapes.
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World Youth Foundation Will Host A Free Back 2 School Summit For Over 1,000 Houston-Area Middle School, High School, & College Students!
World Youth Foundation is hosting a free Back 2 School Summit Saturday, July 23, 2023 at The George R. Brown Convention Center. The event will kick off at 2:00 PM and will consist of youth performances, guest speakers, workshops, information on health and wellness, fun, entertainment and more.
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Mary J. Blige Releases "Come See About Me (Featuring Fabolous" Video
Today, Grammy award winning and Academy award nominated artist, actress and producer Mary J. Blige released the video for “Come See About Me (feat. Fabolous)” from the deluxe edition of her new studio album, GOOD MORNING GORGEOUS.
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Houston Native – Kevin Davis (KD) Named Junior Sailor of the Year in Signapore
Yeoman 2nd Class Kevin Davis is awarded Junior Sailor of the Year for calendar year 2021 by Rear Adm. Philip Sobeck, Commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific/ Task Force 73 (COMLOG WESTPAC/ CTF 73). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications 2nd Class Brandon Parker)
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CNN to Host Paul Ryan Town Hall in Wisconsin
CNN will host an exclusive town hall August 21 featuring House Speaker Paul Ryan in Racine, Wisconsin, CNN announced on Monday.
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Apple mini stores are coming to some Targets
Call it a Mac mini: Target is opening scaled-down versions of Apple stores at some of its US outlets this year, furthering the two companies' relationship.
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Biden traveling to Vietnam following G-20 summit next month
President Joe Biden will travel to Hanoi, Vietnam, on September 10 following the Group of 20 summit in India to meet with General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and other leaders, according to the White House.
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Congressman Al Green Delivers $5 Million in Federal Funding to Metro at Groundbreaking Ceremony in Missouri City
On Thursday, August 3, 2023, Congressman Al Green will present a symbolic check for $5 million for the federal funding that The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) will receive. A check presentation and groundbreaking ceremony will take place at the new Missouri City Park and Ride.
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Baby Dove Announces the Creation of the Black Birth Equity Fund, Sets Out to Close the Black Maternal Care Gap
Today, Baby Dove announces the creation of the Black Birth Equity Fund to provide Black expecting mothers with immediate financial access to doula services. The new fund is part of Baby Dove's long-term commitments to advance superior care, with and for, Black moms in partnership with leading advocacy groups like Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA).
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Cedric the Entertainer Live at the Harold Washington Cultural Center!
Cedric the Entertainer will be at the Harold Washington Cultural Center on Monday, September 25, at 6:30 p.m. for an intimate evening of conversation and comedy. Guests will experience "The King of Comedy' up close and personal.
