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Final witness in Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial says she played dead next to her 97-year-old mother

The final witness to testify in the Pittsburgh synagogue mass shooting trial said Wednesday she played dead and stayed by her dying mother’s side during the attack.

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Southern Baptist Convention votes to uphold removal of Saddleback Church over women pastors after appeal by Rick Warren

The annual meeting of the Southern Baptist Convention voted to affirm a decision made earlier this year to remove Saddleback Church, a major southern California congregation founded by the pastor and author Rick Warren, due to its having women pastors.

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Everything you need to know about Biden’s student loan forgiveness program

The fate of President Joe Biden’s federal student loan forgiveness program, which promises to deliver up to $20,000 of debt relief for millions of borrowers, lies with the Supreme Court.

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Conservative House floor blockade ends but GOP tensions persist

The House advanced a slate of bills Tuesday afternoon, bringing a floor blockade to an end after a tentative agreement was reached between Speaker Kevin McCarthy and hardline conservatives who had brought the chamber floor to a halt in retaliation over how GOP leadership handled the debt ceiling deal.

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First on CNN: New bipartisan bill in Senate could address TikTok security concerns without a ban

Five US senators are set to reintroduce legislation Wednesday that would block companies including TikTok from transferring Americans’ personal data to countries such as China, as part of a proposed broadening of US export controls.

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DEI programs in universities are being cut across the country. What does this mean for higher education?

Yoleidy Rosario-Hernandez was just seven months into a job as chief diversity officer at the New College of Florida when the news came: The board of trustees announced it was dissolving the diversity, equity and inclusion office.

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At least 11 states have enacted restrictive voting laws this year, new report finds

At least 11 states have enacted 13 restrictive voting laws this year, according to a new analysis from the liberal-leaning Brennan Center for Justice at New York University’s law school.

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Black Owned Tech Startup Is Changing How We Find Films & TV Shows

We all know the feeling of not being able to find something to watch when you finally have the chance to sit down and decompress. Most people will get sucked into scrolling endlessly through Netflix recommendations or will simply settle on something subpar. Juneteenth is next week and a new black owned business is revolutionizing this idea. We all know the feeling of not being able to find something to watch when you finally have the chance to sit down and decompress. Most people will get sucked into scrolling endlessly through Netflix recommendations or will simply settle on something subpar. Juneteenth is next week and a new black owned business is revolutionizing this idea.

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Melissa Aytenfisu: Solo Art Show Opening June 22nd

Through a series of lithography prints, letterpress prints, mixed media pieces, paintings, and an installation, this exhibition explores ways in which Covid 19 has exposed social and economic inequities, and profiled systemic racism in Houston.

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Texas Southern University to Lead the Way for Juneteenth Commemorations

Members of the Texas Southern University community will honor Juneteenth at several events throughout the month on campus and in the Houston region.

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Communities In Schools of Houston announces Society of Petroleum Engineering scholarship recipients

Communities In Schools of Houston, an educational nonprofit, announces recipients of the Society of Petroleum Engineering (Guff Coast Section) scholarships for students starting the 2023-24 academic year. The scholarships will provide $12,000 to each recipient, renewable for eight college semesters ($1,500 per semester) to help fund their higher education in an energy-related field.

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San Francisco Man Sentenced to 50 Years In Prison For Murder of Houston Police Chief Finner’s Nephew

A San Francisco man who came to Houston regularly was sentenced to 50 years in prison Friday for shooting a friend in 2018 to steal his jewelry and belongings, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.

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Biden postpones Monday events, including meeting with NATO chief, for unplanned root canal

President Joe Biden was forced to cancel his schedule Monday – including talks with NATO’s outgoing secretary general – because of an unplanned root canal.

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Washington Post publisher Fred Ryan steps down

Fred Ryan, the publisher and chief executive of The Washington Post who oversaw the newspaper through several tumultuous years, announced on Monday that he will step down from his position after nearly a decade at the helm.

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Nine out of 10 people are biased against women, UN report finds

Almost nine out of 10 people hold “fundamental biases” against women, a new UN report has found, decrying a “decade of stagnation” that has led to a dismantling of women’s rights in many parts of the world.

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Driver hauling 8,500 gallons of fuel lost control and crashed, causing the inferno that toppled part of I-95 in Philadelphia, official says

The fire that caused part of Interstate 95 to collapse in Philadelphia started after a truck driver took an off-ramp and crashed into a wall, state officials said Monday.

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Discovering the Charming Charisma of Door County: A Year-Round Getaway Guide

Nestled on the eastern edge of Wisconsin, Door County is a hidden gem that captivates visitors with its breathtaking natural beauty, quaint villages, and vibrant arts scene. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or simply a relaxing escape, this enchanting peninsula offers a little something for everyone. Join us as we explore some of the highlights of Door County, from delightful playhouses to mouthwatering dining experiences, and everything in between.

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BET Awards 2023 nominations announced

The nominees for this years BET Awards were announced Thursday.

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Cast & Crew and Entertainment Partners Partner with Texas Southern University for Historic Certificate Program

A new partnership with entertainment industry giants Cast & Crew and Entertainment Partners has formed to create a vehicle that opens more opportunities in the Entertainment Industry for All, including Texas Southern University students.

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Issa Rae on weaving magic in ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’

If Issa Rae was going to play a superhero in a Marvel project, of course it would be a pregnant one.