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Eid ul Adha: A Profound Celebration of Sacrifice, Unity, and Generosity in Islam

Eid ul Adha, often referred to as the "Festival of Sacrifice," stands out as a significant event in the Islamic calendar, celebrated with vigor by Muslims worldwide. This festival is deeply rooted in the tale of Prophet Ibrahim's profound obedience to Allah, willing to sacrifice his son, Ismail. While this narrative primarily serves as a spiritual guide for Muslims, it also welcomes individuals from all backgrounds to explore the depth and beauty of Islamic traditions.

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Fort Bend County Judge KP George Emphasizes Progress and Vision in Annual State of the County Address

Theme: Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, and Advancing into the Future

Fort Bend County Judge KP George delivered his highly anticipated annual State of the County address today at the Houston Marriott Sugar Land. The event was hosted by the Central Fort Bend Chamber and the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce and was attended by a diverse audience of community leaders, business representatives, and residents. The theme of the address, "Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, and Advancing into the Future," encapsulated Judge George's comprehensive vision for the county.

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A Pioneer: Stephanie Tilley makes history as PVAMU’s first Fulbright scholar

For over 70 years, the Fulbright U.S. Student Program has been a notable study-abroad exchange initiative that attracts college and university faculty, administrators, students, researchers, artists, and professionals from various countries. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, the Fulbright Program promotes mutual understanding between the United States and other countries.

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Police the YOUth: PVAMU Ph.D. candidate’s new book hopes to improve connectedness between police officers, Black youth

The viral video of the murder of George Floyd by police officers compelled millions of protestors to the streets during the summer of 2020. For some, the disturbing incident shocked them into action; for others, it was another reminder of the racial bias and inequities that often lead to over-policing and the use of excessive force by officers in Black neighborhoods.

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Houston native conducts maintenance on the flight deck aboard USS Tripoli

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Aircraft Handling) 3rd Class Mario Gomez, from Houston conducts maintenance on an aqueous film-forming foam valve on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) during the ship’s maintenance availability, Aug. 2. Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault ship homeported in San Diego. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Austyn Riley)

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Addressing August National Minority Public Health Concerns in Harris County, Texas: A Look at Harris Health System

Harris County, Texas, home to more than 4 million residents, is known for its rich cultural diversity. However, this vibrant area also faces significant public health challenges, with health disparities particularly evident among its minority communities. As August marks the National Minority Public Health Month, it is timely to examine the role of the Harris Health System in addressing these challenges and working towards equity in public health.

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Caring, Healing, Teaching: Meet Cordegus Monette, HCDE's August Employee of the Month

For 20 years, Cordegus Monette has been educating and supporting students in alternative learning environments to help them forge a path for their futures. As the transition specialist at Harris County Department of Education’s Academic and Behavior School West, Monette believes part of his job is to show students the possibilities the future holds for them. He does this by demonstrating he believes in them so they can believe in themselves.

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The Hyperbolized Chronicles of Lavish Love: Unraveling the Enigma of why Women Expect Men to Pay for Everything

In an epoch where notions of gender equality roar across the globe like a jubilant tempest, a perplexing paradigm stubbornly persists, rippling through the fabric of dating culture. It is a phantom from the halcyon days of patriarchal patterns that haunts the sophisticated vistas of romantic pursuits: the unsolved mystery of why women expect men to pay for everything.

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Ain't Too Proud Plays Houston's Hobby Center - August 8-13, 2023

Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center announces single tickets for the Broadway smash hit musical AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, will go on sale Friday, March 10 at 10AM. AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS will play the Hobby Center August 8–13, 2023. Tickets start at $40 and are available online at www.TheHobbyCenter.org or www.BroadwayAtTheHobbyCenter.com, the Hobby Center Box Office (800 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002) and all Ticketmaster outlets. Discounts available for groups of 10 or more. Call (888) 451-5986 or e-mail houston.groups@broadwayacrossamerica.com

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EEOC Issues Proposed Rule To Implement The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) today issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). The NPRM was posted by the Federal Register for public inspection today and will be published for public comment in the Federal Register Aug. 11. Members of the public wishing to comment on the NPRM will have 60 days from the date of publication to do so through www.regulations.gov.

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Clifton Oliver, Broadway actor who starred as Simba in ‘The Lion King,’ dies at age 47

Clifton Oliver, a stage actor who starred in “The Lion King” on Broadway and a number of other productions, has died at the age of 47, according to social media posts from family and friends.

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Black characters and stories are finally in the sci-fi and horror spotlight. It’s been a long time coming for fans

Science-fiction author N.K. Jemisin loved “The Jetsons” as a child, fantasizing about taking a flying car to school thanks to its space-age vision of the 21st century. But while watching reruns as an adult, she noticed that there was “nobody even slightly brown” and that “even the family android sounds white” in a show meant to envision the future.

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Greta Gerwig got a ‘Barbie’ flash mob from Ryan Gosling for her birthday

Ryan Gosling knew just what to get his “Barbie” director Greta Gerwig for her birthday.

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Ne-Yo apologizes for comments about parents of trans kids

Ne-Yo has apologized for remarks he made about gender identity and parenting trans children.

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GOP hopefuls raise prospect of ‘President Harris’ as way to undercut Biden

Republican presidential candidates are increasingly making Vice President Kamala Harris their prime target as they jockey for attention from voters, focusing on the No. 2 Democrat rather than President Joe Biden.

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Pence says he’ll ‘comply with the law’ if called to testify in Trump 2020 election trial

Former Vice President Mike Pence said he would comply with the law if he were compelled to testify in former President Donald Trump’s trial in the 2020 election case.

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Trump claims he can’t get a fair trial in DC as latest indictment dominates GOP primary

Former President Donald Trump, who is facing charges in Washington, DC for allegedly conspiring to overturn the results of the 2020 election, claimed on Sunday that he wouldn’t receive a fair trial in the nation’s capital as he continues to rail against his latest indictment.

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Judge Cannon asks about legality of using DC grand jury in Florida-based Mar-a-Lago case

Judge Aileen Cannon is asking the Justice Department and Donald Trump co-defendant Walt Nauta to weigh in on the legality of special counsel Jack Smith’s ongoing grand jury activity in Washington, DC, which relates to the obstruction portion of the Mar-a-Lago documents case before her in Florida.

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Tesla’s CFO and ‘Master of Coin’ is leaving the company

Tesla’s “Master of Coin” and Chief Financial Officer Zachary Kirkhorn has stepped down after four years and six months in the role.

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'Horrifying': DCF called on couple after daughter's birthmarks mistaken for bruises

A Westlake couple was forced to fear having their child taken away from the state after their baby's birthmarks were mistaken for bruises.