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Trump's Insatiable Appetite for Regime Change

Push is coming to shove in Venezuela. Trump has decided that the government of Nicola Maduro must go. Senior officials -- led by John Bolton, Trump's super-hawk national security adviser, and Elliott Abrams, stained by his cover-up and lies about death squads in El Salvador and contras in Nicaragua in the 1980s -- boast publicly about their plots for regime change. They have recognized an obscure right-wing Venezuelan politician -- Juan Guaido -- as head of state. They've tightened sanctions again and again, adding directly to the dire suffering of the Venezuelan people. They've encouraged the military to revolt. And when the failure of Guaido's latest coup attempt embarrassed them last week, they've threatened direct military intervention.

It’s Time to Free Small Businesses from the Ghosts of Wireless Past

For months now, I have been talking about all the good things the New T-Mobile would do for consumers and for the country – and what we will do to spark competition and innovation in the 5G economy. As I’ve shared before, the facts make it clear that keeping the status quo is not just wrong, it’s bad. Really bad. But did you know it can get worse?

CFPB proposes helping debt collectors instead of consumers: Unlimited text messages, email, and 7 phone calls per week per collector

When it comes to personal finance, multiple issues confront consumers every day. From ever-deepening student debt, to denials on mortgage applications, and small-dollar borrowing known as payday loans that come with legal triple-digit interest rates in 33 states -- all contribute to a series of financial challenges.

Bethune-Cookman University to Remember Alfred Adams During Service of Consecration, Wednesday, May 8, 2019

The Bethune-Cookman University (B-CU) campus community is deeply saddened by the loss of Alfred Adams, who passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. Adams, a former student-athlete, completed his undergraduate education at B-CU. He was currently enrolled in graduate school at the University.

Big3 Names New CEO

Amit Bajaj Joins the BIG3 as CEO at a Time of Rapid Growth

BIG3 announced today that the professional 3-on-3 basketball league founded by producer, actor and music legend Ice Cube and entertainment executive Jeff Kwatinetz recently added Amit Bajaj as its CEO. His appointment to CEO comes at a time of tremendous growth for the league, which recently announced its broadcast deal with CBS as well as its expansion from eight to twelve teams set to play in a total of 18 cities this summer.

CVB Honors Partners in Tourism and Recently Retired CEO, Shelley Johnson with Special Guest Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser

The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau (LC/SWLA CVB) honored partners in tourism who have made significant contributions to the tourism industry in Southwest Louisiana as well as recently retired CEO of the LC/SWLA CVB, Shelley Johnson, at the award ceremony held in honor of National Travel & Tourism Week on Tuesday, May 7, at Treasures of Marilyn’s. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser was on hand at the ceremony to deliver the keynote address and assist with awards.

Houston Business Owner Challenges 13-Time Congressional Incumbent

For longer than many of its voters have been alive, Houston’s 18th Congressional District has known one representative. That’s likely to change for the better in 2020 thanks to Dr. Bimal Patel, a native of Houston, a trusted optometrist, and a business owner in the 18th. Dr. Patel—or Bimal, as he prefers to be called—will challenge incumbent Sheila Jackson Lee in next year’s March 3rd Democratic primary.

Five Side Hustles for Digital Hustlers

Given that more than one-third of Americans have a side hustle and more than half of all millennials are supporting themselves with one, too, you might be interested in knowing more ways to hustle. Here are the top five easiest and most fun side hustles that don’t require leaving your house—or desk (shh).

Beyond the Rhetoric: Congressional Black Caucus – Time for a Game Plan

The new 116th Congress has more Black participation than ever before. There are 55 members of the Congressional Black Caucus. There are two Black elected officials who chose not to belong – Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina and Congressman William Hurd of Texas. They see the Caucus as a Democratic association and they are Republicans. We wish they would reconsider. It is important that the Caucus is bi-partisan.

HMAAC Opens Close to Home: Latinx Art and Identity 2.0

May 11, 2019-August 3, 2019

The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is delighted to present Close to Home: Latinx Art and Identity 2.0, an exhibit of work that originated from the Collection of Drs. Harriett and Ricardo Romo of San Antonio.

Can Trump be forced to accept electoral defeat?

There have been numerous contested elections in US history, including as recently as 2000, when the Supreme Court essentially called it for George W. Bush.

The secret of why Donald Trump won't release his taxes

On Monday night, as expected, Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin informed House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Richard Neal, D-Massachusetts, that he would not be handing over President Donald Trump's tax returns.

Gun in woman's purse fires inside Pasco Publix, husband shot in checkout lane

A man was shot inside a Land O' Lakes Publix on Sunday when a gun inside a purse unexpectedly fired.

Trump finds anti-immigrant ally in extremist Hungarian Prime Minister

Hungary's hardline nationalist prime minister, whose erosion of checks on his power has led some to describe him as a de facto dictator, will meet President Donald Trump in Washington next week, the White House announced on Tuesday.

Missandei and that 'GoT' scene made Nathalie Emmanuel happy

Well, you can forget about black love on "Game of Thrones."

Don't watch the new 'Spider-Man' trailer if you haven't seen 'Avengers: Endgame' yet

If you are one of the dozen people who has yet to see "Avengers: Endgame," first of all: What are you waiting for?

Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx are at least Met Gala official

At the very least Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx pose well together.

'Wine Country' serves up light comedy from Amy Poehler

There will be wine, laughs and the airing of old grievances in "Wine Country," a light, breezy directorial debut by Amy Poehler, who also produced, worked on the story and co-stars with fellow "Saturday Night Live" alumni. The rudimentary nature of the plot yields a perhaps inevitably episodic feel, leaving fun individual moments, but a movie that's a few bottles short of a case.

Pompeo abruptly cancels trip to Germany

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo abruptly canceled a scheduled trip to Germany, where he was planning to meet with Chancellor Angela Merkel "due to pressing issues," the State Department said early Tuesday.

British soldier killed by elephant during anti-poaching operation

A British soldier was killed by an elephant during an operation against poachers in Malawi, the UK Ministry of Defence said in a statement.

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