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Biden's Historic Victory for America
Senate passes Biden’s $1.9 trillion Covid-19 relief bill -- No Thanks to GOP
The Senate on Saturday passed its version of the Democrats' massive coronavirus relief package, after the House passed its package last week.
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Ambient music legend Brian Eno is hitting the road for his first-ever solo tour
At the age of 75, legendary musician and producer Brian Eno is planning to embark on his first-ever solo tour.
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A healthier option than the Magnificent 7 - meet Europe’s ‘Granolas’
The Magnificent 7 tech stocks have been a big part of the extraordinary US market rally. But there’s a rival group of companies powering European stocks to new heights with even better returns, by some measures.
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Minority-Owned Tech Startup Mixtroz Raises Over $1M for Networking Software
Mixtroz, a minority and woman-owned tech startup specializing in connecting people at live events in real time, has reached the historic fundraising mark of $1 million. Kerry Schrader and Ashlee Ammons, the founding mother-daughter team behind Mixtroz, have joined the exclusive circle of only 40 black females to close $1 million in seed funding.
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Demands that Trump Cease his Relentless and Baseless Attacks on the Rule of Law and Comply with the Special Counsel’s Investigation
Congresswoman Jackson Lee: “As I have said before, this is a moment for checks and balances. This is an Article I moment. The Congress must conduct appropriate oversight and not permit this president to escape the rule of law.”
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Governor Abbott Announces 2018 Outstanding Women In Texas Government Award Recipients
The State Agency Council to the Governor’s Commission for Women is proud to announce the 2018 Outstanding Women in Texas Government Award recipients. This biennial award honors women in state service who are helping to shape the future of Texas by contributing their notable talents and skills. Candidates were nominated by their respective state agency heads in four categories, and an independent committee selected the women whose contributions best exemplified each category.
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Broward County Public Schools vote to maintain mask mandate despite Florida governor's executive order to leave masks up to parents
The Broward County School Board voted Tuesday to maintain the school district's mask mandate that was originally approved July 28.
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Road to the Bee' special premieres May 26 on ION, Bounce in advance of Scripps National Spelling Bee
"Road to the Bee" – a new, exclusive, one-hour original special documenting what it is like to prepare for and compete in the iconic Scripps National Spelling Bee – will premiere at 8 p.m. ET Thursday, May 26 on ION and Bounce.
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Jack and Jill Foundation Names STEM Global Action Founder Dr. Calvin Mackie and Dillard University President Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough Inaugural Trailblazer Award Winners
Dr. Mackie & Kimbrough Honored for Contributions to Youth and Education
Dr. Calvin Mackie, founder of STEM Global Action and STEM NOLA, and Dillard University President Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough, have been named Trailblazers of the year by the Jack and Jill Foundation for their outstanding work empowering students.
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Jack and Jill Foundation Names STEM Global Action Founder Dr. Calvin Mackie and Dillard University President Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough Inaugural Trailblazer Award Winners
Dr. Mackie & Dr. Kimbrough Honored for Contributions to Youth and Education
Dr. Calvin Mackie, founder of STEM Global Action and STEM NOLA, and Dillard University President Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough, have been named Trailblazers of the year by the Jack and Jill Foundation for their outstanding work empowering students.
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Governor Abbott Appoints Meyer And Keller To Education Commission Of The States
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Representative Morgan Meyer and Higher Education Commissioner Harrison Keller to the Education Commission of the States for terms at the pleasure of the Governor. Additionally, Senator Larry Taylor, Senator Pete Flores, Representative Dan Huberty, and Commissioner of Education Mike Morath will continue to serve on the Commission.
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NBA Super Teams: The Beginning and The End
As I prepare myself to watch game three of the 2017 NBA Finals featuring the two best teams in the league, it got me to thinking about the NBA as a whole and why there are only two “Super Teams.” Which by the way get used to seeing the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors for at least the next 3 years (I will explain that shortly). But as we approach the upcoming game with the bevy of extraordinary talent that will be on the floor (LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, Kyrie Irving, etc.), ask yourself this question, is there enough talent in the league left to form another “Super Team?”
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Celebrity Hairstylist Johnny Wright Makes Houston His Next Stop on the Naturally You Tour
Inspired by his book “Natural & Curly Hair for Dummies,” Johnny Wright will be in a city near you!
Emmy-nominated celebrity hairstylist, motivational speaker, Johnny Wright is thrilled to announce his upcoming 11-city Naturally You Tour, inspired by his bestselling book "Natural and Curly Hair for Dummies." Johnny will make the official announcement during the Essence Festival in New Orleans on Saturday, July 1st, alongside his premiere partner MYAVANA at their Hair Lab in the Ernest Morial Convention Center. The tour will officially kick-off on Friday July 7th, 2023, in Chicago, Il, Johnny Wright's beloved hometown. For the complete tour schedule and updates, please visit our website at https://www.naturallyyoutour.com
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Harris County Commissioner Ellis, County Judge Hidalgo to Introduce Uplift Harris, an ARPA-Funded Guaranteed Income Program
$20.5M Investment is Part of County’s Broader Strategy to Address Region’s Economic Inequality and Reduce Poverty
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and County Judge Lina Hidalgo will announce the ARPA-funded Uplift Harris, a $20.5 million program that’s part of Harris County’s broader strategy to address the region’s economic inequality and reduce poverty. The family financial stability and income program – a first of its kind for a Texas county -- will provide low-income families with direct, unconditional financial support to meet their basic needs like rent, groceries, transportation, housing and utilities cost, and care.
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OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Announces Dating Series Spin-Off 'Ready to Love: Make a Move'
First Season of READY TO LOVE: MAKE A MOVE Premieres Friday, October 13th, at 8 PM ET/PT -
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Did the White House really create 6.3 million new jobs?
In the middle of the busy week before the midterm elections, the White House held an event in the State Dining Room to advertise what sounded like a milestone: millions of new training opportunities pledged by companies and trade associations, offering pathways to better wages.
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5 things for October 3: Las Vegas, Puerto Rico, Facebook, Wells Fargo, Tom Petty
The worst events often bring out the best in people, like those who stood in line for hours in Las Vegas to give blood. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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National Inventors Hall of Fame Seeks Nominations of Black Inventors for Class of 2019
In conjunction with Black History Month, the National Inventors Hall of Fame®, in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), is seeking nominations of African-American inventors for its 2019 Class of Inductees.
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The Collective’s February exhibition opens on the 18th
Storyteller Akua Fayette shares her art and experience. Storyteller: The Making of Akua Fayette” opens Saturday, February 18, with a reception at 2 p.m. at the Community Artists’ Collective.
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Houston Grand Opera Announces 2023 Concert of Arias Finalists
Following an international search, the organization selects eight artists to compete in the annual event with cash prizes on the line and the opportunity to audition for the coveted young artist progr
The competition will be livestreamed for at-home audiences, in addition to the live event and dinner
