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Kids aren’t always taught AAPI history in schools. These people are trying to change that

Jaslene Lai heard a classmate joke about her having the “kung flu” this school year, when she was under the weather, wearing a mask.

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Mayor Turner Names New Asian American and Pacific Islander Advisory Board, Strengthening Community Engagement in the City of Houston

Today, Mayor Sylvester Turner proudly announces the establishment of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Advisory Board, a momentous step towards fostering stronger connections between the City of Houston and its diverse communities. This newly formed board will serve as a vital bridge, ensuring that the voices, concerns, and contributions of the AAPI community are heard and included in the city’s decision-making processes.

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Man indicted on murder charge in rapper Takeoff’s shooting death

A grand jury in Harris County, Texas, on Thursday indicted a man on a murder charge in connection with last year’s shooting death of Takeoff, a member of the rap group Migos.

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Stages Presents Thunder Knocking on the Door

The finale of Stages’ 2022-2023 season runs June 16–August 6

The finale of Stages’ 2022-2023 season, Thunder Knocking on the Door starts as a deal with the devil and turns into a love story for the ages. This show "asks us what we believe about love, about art, about family and explores the crossroads of all of these ideas,” said artistic director Kenn McLaughlin. "It is a fairy tale. It is the blues. It is highly theatrical and it abounds with pure joy that flashes like lightning again and again.”

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Cognitive decline accelerates after heart attack, study finds

Having a heart attack may put you at risk of accelerated cognitive decline in later years, above and beyond what is considered appropriate for the aging mind, according to a new study.

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SpaceX mission carrying former NASA astronaut, three paying customers departs space station

A SpaceX capsule carrying a decorated former NASA astronaut and three paying customers departed from the International Space Station at 11:05 a.m. ET on Tuesday, kicking off the final leg of a historic weeklong mission for the crew.

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Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ rakes in $117 million at the US box office on opening weekend

Disney’s live-action movie “The Little Mermaid” brought in $117.5 million at the US box office in the fifth-best opening for Memorial Day weekend in history, according to Box Office Mojo.

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Texas House of Representatives votes to impeach Attorney General Ken Paxton

The Texas House of Representatives has voted to impeach Attorney General Ken Paxton, an unprecedented move following a legislative probe that faulted the third-term Republican for a yearslong pattern of corruption, including abusing his office’s powers, retaliating against whistleblowers and obstructing justice.

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Announcing Community Activist Ndjabuka Francine Murhebwa as Afternon Keynote Speaker at The Alliance 6th Annual Refugee Mental Health & Wellness Conference

Ndjabuka Francine Murhebwa joins Anhlan Nguyen, DBA, as keynotes during this cross-cultural event

The Alliance, a non-profit organization serving Greater Houston, is pleased to share that Community Activist Ndjabuka Francine Murhebwa will be the afternoon keynote speaker during The Alliance 6th Annual Refugee Mental Health & Wellness Conference. The cross-cultural event is open to the public and scheduled for Wednesday, May 31, 2023 from 9:00 am – 4:30 pm at the United Way of Greater Houston, 50 Waugh Drive, Houston, Texas.

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Original Screwed Up Click Member Lil KeKe Releases New Summer Anthem "25 Summers" Project!

As everyone prepares for cookouts leading into Memorial Day Weekend, Legendary Screwed Up Click Member, Lil Keke has a new project celebrating being in the industry for 25 Summers. The project was released at Midnight on May 25th and features artists such as DJ Chose, Big K.R.I.T, Jack Freeman, Slim Thug, Big Pokey, Al D, Trapboy Fredy, Big Jade, Paul Wall, 8 Ball & MJG, and more.

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Rev. William “Bill” Lawson Grateful that Commissioner Ellis Names Park after Civil Rights Icon and his Wife

The audience fell emotionally silent when the Rev. William “Bill” Lawson fielded questions from his daughter, Channel 13 anchor Melanie Lawson, during a ceremony hosted by Commissioner Rodney Ellis to dedicate a park named after Rev. Lawson and his late wife, Audrey.

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Fort Bend County Judge KP George to Host Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony at Historic Courthouse

Fort Bend County Judge KP George will host a Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony at the Historic Fort Bend County Courthouse, 401 Jackson St., Richmond, TX 77469, on Monday, May 29, 2023. The ceremony is scheduled to take place in the Courthouse courtyard from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and aims to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.

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Bullock Museum to offer a summer of new exhibits, live music, IMAX films and free fun

Experience a season of fun for Texans big and small

Texans of all ages can enjoy a season of exploration and discovery with the Bullock Museum. With a full slate of activities suitable for all ages, as well as the dynamic exhibitions on view, the Bullock Museum is a great place to escape the heat and celebrate Texas history and culture.

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Barbie: Official Trailer Released

To live in Barbie Land is to be a perfect being in a perfect place. Unless you have a full-on existential crisis. Or you’re a Ken.

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Houston native serves with U.S. Navy in Japan

Seaman Imani Navebloodsaw, a native of Houston, Texas, serves the U.S. Navy in Japan.

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Houston native serves with U.S. Navy in Japan

Seaman Juliana Castro, a native of Houston, Texas, serves the U.S. Navy in Japan.

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Internal Job Candidates Have a Leg Up

Internal job candidates have an advantage over external candidates, because they tend to work harder shortly before a hiring decision, according to new research from The University of Texas at Austin. This is true even when an internal candidate’s skills are inferior.

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Permit Now Required For Houston Establishments Allowing BYOB After Midnight

The Houston City Council adopted an ordinance today that amends Chapter 28 of the City of Houston Code and regulates venues allowing for Bring-Your-Own-Bottle (BYOB) service after midnight.

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Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison for drug trafficking conspiracy

A federal court in Central Islip, New York sentenced William Junior Maxwell II, also known as rapper Fetty Wap, to six years’ imprisonment and five years of post-release supervision for conspiracy to distribute cocaine on Wednesday, according to a news release from the US Attorney’s Office in the Eastern District of New York.

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Target is being held hostage by an anti-LGBTQ campaign

During every Pride Month in June for the past decade, Target has sold merchandise for LGBTQ customers, employees and allies. But this year, Target faced an anti-LGBTQ campaign that went viral on social media.