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It's been a rough year for social media stocks. Blame TikTok

This year has so far been miserable for investors in social media companies.

From graduation parties to a mall, 10 mass shootings over the weekend leave at least a dozen dead and over 60 injured

They were at places that seemed safe -- but few spaces in America are guaranteed safe anymore.

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Employees at Virgin Atlantic can now show off their tattoos

Tattooed crew members at British airline Virgin Atlantic are now welcome to show off their ink while in uniform.

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Elon Musk pulls back on Tesla's job cuts plan — sort of

Tesla may not be cutting staff after all. That's according to a tweet from its ever-mercurial CEO Elon Musk — an apparent contradiction to two emails he sent staff last week about planned job cuts and a hiring freeze, which pushed Tesla shares lower.

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Abu Dhabi archaeology: The ancient wonders found in the Arabian desert

The UAE may have only just celebrated its 50th anniversary of independence but Abu Dhabi has a centuries-old past.

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The Heritage Society Celebrates Juneteenth with a Speaker Series Program and Month-Long Tours

Program on June 11 showcases speakers and performers with empowering messages about Emancipation

On Saturday, June 11, join The Heritage Society’s Juneteenth educational program experience “From Plantation to Emancipation”. Speakers include descendants of Reverend Jack Yates and Roscoe A. Cavitt, the Executive Secretary of National Negro Chamber of Commerce. The event is from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at 1100 Bagby Street.

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Juneteenth Books for Kids

You weren't born knowing everything. People had to tell you what you needed to know, and that's how you learn. You can guess sometimes, or figure other things out on your own but mostly, you've been told and then you know. So why not read these books about a fact that was unknown for years...

Despite moves to increase supply, families are still feeling the pain of the baby formula shortage

Parents and caregivers continue to feel the pain of store shelves that are cleaned out of baby formula, and many are turning to hospitals and community organizations for help.

Angel Yeast Increases New Energy Procurement in Green Push to Curb Carbon Emission

Angel Yeast (en.angelyeast.com) (SH600298), a listed global yeast and yeast extract manufacturer, is glad to announce that the Company has been granted the green electricity certificate issued and certified by China Hubei Power Exchange Center and China Hubei Carbon Emissions Exchange at a signing ceremony held in Hubei province, China. Angel Yeast is among the first 71 companies to be given the certificate in the province, as part of China's national scheme designed to drive the green transition and accelerate toward a circular economy.

METRO Park & Ride and Local Bus Service Adjusted to Match Rider Demand

More convenient service is on the way as METRO makes adjustments to increase reliability on various local bus and Park & Ride routes.

Center for Safe and Secure Schools to host two-day emergency reunification training

More than 100 education and emergency management professionals from local and regional schools and districts will gather at Goose Creek ISD on June 6-7 for Operation SRM-Rex (Standard Reunification Method-Reunification Exercise), a two-day workshop where participants will learn how to safely reunify students with their parents or guardians during crisis situations.

AARP Texas Urges Consumers To Prepare For High Electricity Costs This Summer

As temperatures rise and Texans rely heavily on air conditioning in their homes, AARP Texas seeks to educate consumers, including older Texans, on how to protect themselves against the rising costs of electricity and other utility expenses.

Romeo Crennel Announces Retirement

After 50 years of coaching, including 39 seasons in the NFL, Romeo Crennel announced his retirement on Monday.

East Foundation announces Dr. Jason Sawyer to lead science team

The East Foundation is pleased to announce Dr. Jason Sawyer as the organization’s new Chief Science Officer, effective June 1, 2022.

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Celebrate National Best Friends Day with Urban South - HTX

Urban South - HTX wants to celebrate you and your best friend! In honor of National Best Friends Day on June 8, the Sawyer Yards brewery will celebrate with beer specials and exciting new beer releases. From 12:00 to 9:00 p.m., guests can enjoy two-for-one Paradise Park Lager pints. Challenge Entertainment Houston will host live trivia starting at 6:30 p.m., and The Burger Daddy food truck will be onsite serving up decadent burgers and fries.

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ART 2063 Selects Honorary Chairs for Second Annual Juneteenth Caribbean Walkathon

Africans Rising Together 2063 (ART 2063) is pleased to announce the selection of honorary chairs for its annual Walkathon commemorating Juneteenth and National Caribbean Heritage Month. They symbolize the pivotal role of African Americans in the historical and contemporary defense of democracy and justice. ART 2063 will honor Missouri's U.S. Congresswoman Cori Bush as the Mother of Democracy and St. Louis City's first African American female Circuit Attorney, Kim Gardner, as Mother of Justice.

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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will face a vote of confidence on Monday

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will face a vote of confidence on Monday, triggered by discontented lawmakers in his own party and following a series of scandals and months of speculation about his future.

MTV Movie & TV Awards: See the full list of winners

The winners of the 2022 MTV Movie & TV Awards were revealed Sunday.

South Africa's President says 'I have never stolen money,' as missing cash mystery deepens

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has hit back at allegations of improper conduct over large amounts of cash stolen from his wildlife farm in 2020.

Historical emissions caused the climate crisis. But it's what we do today that will make or break it, study shows

Humans' historical greenhouse gas emissions have caused the climate crisis the world is in today. But it's the amount emitted now and in coming years that will determine whether humanity can avert catastrophic climate changes.