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African Americans, Hate Crimes And Money
Recently, the California Department of Justice released a report which showed that African Americans are the greatest victims of Hate Crimes in the State. This is not surprising since we have always been the victims of Hate Crimes, with law enforcement seeking to underreport for fear of looking bad. At the writing of this editorial, there are more than 42 active investigations of shootings by law enforcement personnel in the State of California. This fact came to light recently as the San Bernardino Police Department attempted to avoid an investigation of the shooting of Rob Adams, who was shot 7 times in the back on July 16th.
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President's granddaughter announces White House wedding ceremony set for South Lawn
The eldest grandchild of President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden has announced she will be married in a ceremony on the White House's South Lawn later this year.
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Rookie Football Star Missing NFL Season Due to Leukemia Diagnosis
Some young men spend most of their childhood dreaming of playing in the NFL. Houston Texans wide receiver John Metchie III had similar dreams, but had those dreams sidelined due to an unseen illness. Metchie has been diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukemia — a rare form of the disease — and will not play the 2022 season, he announced Sunday. The Texans have officially placed him on the active/non-football illness list.
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Grammy and Academy Award Winner H.E.R. to Star as Belle in ABC’s “Beauty and the Beast” 30th Anniversary Special
According to Variety.com, award-winning musical artist H.E.R. will play Belle in ABC’s upcoming hybrid special celebrating the 30th anniversary of Disney‘s animated musical classic Beauty and the Beast.
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These are the nominees for the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards
MTV has revealed its nominations for the 2022 Video Music Awards.
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Alibaba stock jumps after announcing Hong Kong primary listing
Alibaba announced a plan to allow more mainland Chinese investors to invest in the stock. In a statement Tuesday, the Chinese tech giant said that its board had approved an application to upgrade its Hong Kong stock to a primary listing, which it expects to take place by the end of this year.
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This delivery startup was valued at more than $11 billion. Then it slashed thousands of workers
In early March, after two ultra-fast delivery startups shut down in New York City in a single week, a self-proclaimed pioneer in the space appeared to see an opportunity for some media attention.
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More Americans who want abortions are turning to Mexico for help
Verónica Cruz says she's been getting frantic calls from women in the United States.
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The Plant Project Houston Launches PLANTChella -a Fun, FREE Three-Day Green Event for First Anniversary
The Plant Project Houston, the first Black woman-owned plant shop in Houston, is inviting the community to their first-ever “PLANTChella”; a fun, FREE, three-day Green event, July 29-31, 2022, in celebration of their 1-Year Anniversary in Houston!
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Ultra-fast delivery was all the rage during the pandemic. Now these startups are trying to survive
In early March, after two ultra-fast delivery startups shut down in New York City in a single week, a self-proclaimed pioneer in the space appeared to see an opportunity for some media attention.
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Unusually High Water Bill? Here's What You Need to Know
Mayor Pro Tem Martin would like District E residents to be aware of the possibility for increasing water bills as Houston is facing record heat and worsening drought conditions the cost to keep lawns green and water running is also on the rise.
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Nation's Largest & Foremost Diverse Commercial Real Estate Conference Returns In-Person to NYC July 28-31, 2022 for 4th Annual Conference
600+ attendees, 70+ expert speakers and several Fortune 500 partners from Goldman Sachs, PGIM Real Estate and JP Morgan on board
Diversity in Commercial Real Estate (DCRE), powered by Avant-Garde Network, the nation's leading conference for professionals of color in commercial real estate, hosts its 4th annual conference from July 28-31, 2022. Attendees will participate in four days of dealmaking, keynotes, masterclasses, panels, recruiting and networking at Columbia University.
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More Americans who want abortions are turning to Mexico for help
Verónica Cruz says she's been getting frantic calls from women in the United States. Abortion clinics have canceled their appointments, and they're scared, she says.
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Amazon to buy One Medical for $3.9 billion as it expands healthcare footprint
Amazon on Thursday said it has entered an agreement to acquire primary healthcare company One Medical in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $3.9 billion
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Kelp is on the way: Why we should all be eating seaweed
When most of us read the words "plant-based diet," we tend to think of foods such as kale salads and grain bowls or trendy meat replacements. But there is one nonmeat option that's gaining traction as the newest superfood: seaweed.
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FDA commissioner announces review of food and tobacco programs amid criticism
US Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf announced Tuesday that he has commissioned reviews of the agency's food and tobacco programs. Both have been subject of recent criticism amid the nationwide infant formula shortage and the debate over e-cigarette products.
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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Previews 86th Grand Chapter Meeting
Join Visit Tampa Bay and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. to preview its 86th Grand Chapter Meeting that will be held in 2023. Hosted by ESPN commentator, Ryan Clark, Kappa Alpha Psi will announce programs and activities that will highlight Tampa Bay as well as honor local community members with a Distinguished Citizens Award. Local dignitaries such as Mayor Jane Castor and Hillsborough County Commissioner, Gwen Myers. Santiago C. Corrada, President and CEO of Visit Tampa Bay and Sherri Brown, Vice President of Multicultural Sales and Development will also be in attendance.
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Europe plans to force countries to ration gas as Russia weaponizes energy
The European Union has unveiled its emergency gas rationing plan — a day before it fears Russia could drastically cut the flow of natural gas to the continent.
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Texans Still Sharply Divided on New Abortion Law, UH Survey Finds
Overwhelming Majority Favors Resources for Pregnant Women and Young Children
As a signal of the intense abortion debate continuing to simmer in Texas, a new survey from the University of Houston Hobby School of Public Affairs found just four percentage points separating the issue’s two extremes – 50% of survey participants opposed the state’s strict new abortion law and 46% supported it.