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Fear and resentment reign in Afghanistan as the Taliban overruns more cities
In less than a week, the Taliban has overrun one-quarter of Afghanistan's provincial capitals in a huge swathe of territory across the north of the country. The security situation here is unravelling faster than almost anyone expected -- with the possible exception of the Taliban themselves.
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Vice President Harris, Treasury Announce Billions for Black, Minority Businesses at Freedman’s Bank Forum
Vice President Kamala Harris and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen headlined the annual Freedman’s Bank Forum on Tuesday, announcing $8.7 billion in federal funding for financial institutions serving minority and underserved small business owners.
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Humanitarian Spotlight: Local Houston Couple, "The Shelton's" Make History Providing Affordable Luxury Housing In Overlooked Communities
The Shelton’s are the first traditional home builder to launch a Start Engine Campaign expanding the company’s operations to provide more families the American Dream.
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US set to break with tradition and open embassy in Jerusalem
The Trump administration is set to move the US embassy in Israel to Jerusalem Monday, formally breaking from decades of established American policy and international practice in a move that US officials say will create greater regional stability.
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White Nationalists Use Tiki Torches to Light Up Charlottesville March
White nationalists descended Friday night on the University of Virginia campus with burning tiki torches -- lending a distinctly but likely unintentional Polynesian aura to a white nationalist group's march.
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Kurios Review
Cirque De Soleil has not only taken over the idea of the “big top” with its extravagant exhibitions of artistry, they’ve rolled out series in the name of Michael Jackson & more. KURIOS, the latest series from the performance art troupe lived up to the predetermined hype in Houston.
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High School Teen Earns Eagle Scout Rank in Boy Scouts
More than learning how to tie a square knot, start a fire by rubbing sticks together, or the strength of working as a team, boys in scouts learn how to grow from a boy to a man. Through the help and guidance of amazing scout leaders who serve as mentors, boys learn the essentials life that will last them far beyond their youthful years.
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New Sculpture Exhibit “Woman: Spirit of the Universe” Showcases the Journey to Equality
The Heritage Society hosts a women’s history exhibit by local artist
On Tuesday, July 5, a sculpture exhibit representing the collars that adorned the shoulders of historical women will be open to the public at The Heritage Society’s Museum Gallery at 1100 Bagby Street.
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The Heritage Society Starts the New Year with An Evening of Heritage on January 9
Special guest speakers include Susan Garrett Baker & Secretary James A. Baker and Jim McGrath
Houston, December 17: On Sunday, January 9, join “A Conversation with James A. Baker III & Susan Garrett Baker with Jim McGrath” at The Heritage Society’s “An Evening of Heritage” event. This grand event starts at 3 p.m. and will be followed by a Sunday supper and music by Jerry Atwood.
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Patti LaBelle, Hill Harper And Yolanda Adams to Speak at the 22nd Annual Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Summit
Hank Aaron and Vernon Jordan to be honored at the Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Summit in Houston, TX May 17-20
Where Innovation and Capital Meet. Join BLACK ENTERPRISEat the 2017 Entrepreneurs Summit hosted by Nationwide on Wednesday, May 17 through Saturday, May 20, at the Marriott Marquis Houston in Houston, Texas, with a powerhouse lineup of some of the nation's most accomplished and celebrated entrepreneurs and motivational speakers. Patti LaBelle; singer, author, actress, and entrepreneur will join Yolanda Adams; gospel singer, record producer, and radio personality, as keynote speakers at the 2017 Entrepreneurs Summit.
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CBCF 5th Executive Economic Summit Dinner
Photography by Vicky Pink - Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee hosted the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation …
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Houston Game Changers Luncheon
Photography by Vicky Pink - The Houston Chapter of the National Alumnae Association Spelman College …
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Baylor women No. 1 NCAA seed in Oklahoma City Regional
Baylor is going into the women's NCAA Tournament as a No. 1 seed for the fifth time in seven years.
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Rep. Coleman calls for Emergency Coronavirus Coverage
Today, Representative Garnet F. Coleman (D-Houston) is calling for limited health coverage for testing, care, and treatment of the coronavirus during this time of disaster to be included in Texas’ 1135 Medicaid Waiver request to the Federal government. Representative Garnet F. Coleman, released the following Statement:
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Rep. Garnet Coleman Calls For Emergency Limited Health Coverage Hwith 1135 Medicaid Waver
Today, Representative Garnet F. Coleman (D-Houston) is calling for limited health coverage for testing, care, and treatment of the coronavirus during this time of disaster to be included in Texas’ 1135 Medicaid Waiver request to the Federal government.
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HMAAC we’re ALL here!: The Art of Aminah Robinson September 21 -November 2, 2019
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is delighted to present we’re ALL here!, an exhibition of the art of Aminah Robinson organized by ACA Galleries, New York, New York from September 21-November 2, 2019.
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The 16th Annual Texas Med Run Focuses on Children's Needs
The Harris Health System CAPES Program provides more than just support for families across the country
Houston, Texas - The 16th Annual The Texas Med Run, 10K. 5K Run/Walk and Kids K, will be highlighting the growing need of support for children in the Houston area.
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T’yanna Wallace, Daughter of Late Rapper Notorious B.I.G., Opens Brooklyn Boutique “Notoriouss”
T’yanna Wallace, the daughter of the luminary Notorious B.I.G., has just opened her first brick and mortar clothing store.
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Congressman Al Green Joins President Biden at White House for Signing of the Emmett Till Antilynching Act
On Tuesday, March 29, 2022, Congressman Al Green released the following statement: History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again. – Maya Angelou
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Mayor Sylvester Turner Was the Coolest Mayor 3 Times This Week
Mayor Sylvester Turner never shies away from a moment to remind the world that Houston is in his blood.
