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Why putting a citizenship question on the census is a big deal

It sounds like a small change, in a survey many people forget about minutes after they take it. But the Trump administration's plan to put a citizenship question back on the US census is a big deal.

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Census citizenship question could prompt blank response

As community leaders grapple with how to handle a citizenship question on the 2020 Census, some are contemplating the idea of non-citizens leaving it blank while filling out the rest of the form to make sure that minority groups are still counted.

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Heineken pulls 'Sometimes lighter is better' ad after racism claims

Heineken said Monday it has pulled an ad with the tagline "Sometimes lighter is better" after critics slammed it as racist.

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An immigration bill you've never heard of will solve US's labor shortage

Richard Burke is the president and CEO of Envoy, a global immigration and workforce mobility platform that helps employers through the process of hiring foreign talent. The opinions expressed in this article belong to him.

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Cardi B unveils 'Invasion of Privacy' album cover and announces release date

Cardi B is making money moves. The rapper on Monday unveiled the cover art for her debut album "Invasion of Privacy" on Instagram.

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#WhoBitBeyonce: What you need to know

The "Girls Trip" star opened a Pandora's box of pop culture intrigue when she said during an interview with GQ that an unnamed actress had allegedly bitten Beyoncé on the face.

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Vy Higginsen, the first woman in NY prime time radio, returns to the stage in the new musical Let The Music Play... Gospel!

The Mama Foundation for the Arts proudly announces the brand new production of their acclaimed musical, Let the Music Play... Gospel! From the creators of Mama, I Want To Sing! – the worldwide musical sensation – Let the Music Play... Gospel! is a musical celebration of a generation, featuring an intergenerational company of performers comprised of both younger and older adults; at The Dempsey Theater in Harlem (127 West 127th Street, between Lenox and Seventh Avenues). After a long running hit engagement in 1988, the joyous concert musical returns 30 years later, for an energized remounting; performances begin on April 7, 2018.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle royal wedding: 9 ways to celebrate in style

If you haven't received an invitation by now, the chances are there won't be a seat for you at St. George's Chapel at Britain's Windsor Castle on May 19.

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Why Nissan Will Target A Younger Fanbase By Entering All-Electric Formula E Racing Series

Nissan has made a name for itself over the past eight years as the first car company to mass-produce pure electric vehicles. And now Nissan will be the first Japanese carmaker to enter Formula E, the FIA-sanctioned, fully electric racing series, which started in 2014.

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First Ladies Acting First Class

Upon their husbands answering the call to minister, preachers’ wives stood alongside their husband in a supportive role. Even when their husbands would further follow the path as a shepherd of God by heading a church, wives remained supportive in their new role as First Lady.

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The real problem for Donald Trump in the 'DO NOT CONGRATULATE' story

The fact that President Donald Trump either didn't read or ignored a warning in his briefing papers not to congratulate Russian President Vladimir Putin on a phone call between the two men Tuesday is a sexy story. But, it is not the real story here.

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Freeway Manor Area Street Sealing Scheduled

Houston City Council Member Dave Martin would like to announce that street sealing is scheduled to occur in the Freeway Manor area tomorrow, Wednesday, March 21. The duration of work is expected to be complete by Monday, March 26, weather permitting. For a map of the impacted streets, please see the image below.

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'Big Little Lies' stars share behind-the-scenes photos of 2nd season

The filming for the second season of "Big Little Lies" has started, and some of the stars are stoking the excitement. Last year's HBO series was praised by fans and critics and earned awards for the show, cast members Nicole Kidman, Laura Dern, Alexander Skarsgård, and creator David E. Kelley.

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5 bombs, many questions: What we know about the Texas explosions

Now we know the explosions could strike anyone. The fourth Austin bombing in less than a month was detonated by a tripwire along a residential street, police said -- prompting fears that any pedestrian could become the next victim.

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Advance Tickets to Houston Heights Association Spring Home & Garden Tour Available

Join friends and neighbors for this annual celebration of spring, April 7 and 8

– Now is the time to purchase advance tickets to the 2018 Houston Heights Association’s Spring Home & Garden Tour. The Beauty of Spring; A Glimpse Through Cherished Windows will feature five homes in the historic Houston Heights whose owners will open their doors to the public for a look inside at the result of the loving care these homes and gardens have received. From the oldest, built in 1907, to the newest, built 110 years later, each home is unique and sure to amaze all who visit.

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Illinois Democratic congressman being challenged on left by political newcomer

A solid blue district in Illinois is facing an identity crisis as Democrats could purge one of their own with a political newcomer on Tuesday. Progressive liberal Marie Newman is challenging Rep. Dan Lipinski, a blue-dog, anti-abortion Democrat who has represented Illinois' 3rd District for more than a decade.

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Box Office: ‘Black Panther’ Earns $27 Million, Spends 5th Straight Weekend at Number One

According to Variety.com, “Black Panther” has maintained its momentum at the domestic box office, winning its fifth consecutive weekend with $27 million earned at 3,834 locations. “Black Panther” has become only the seventh title to pass the $600 million milestone at the North American box office, and is the second-fastest film to do so. It’s the fourth-highest fifth weekend of all time, and the first time a film has held the top spot for five weekends in a row since 2009’s “Avatar.”

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Why is L'Oreal buying a technology company?

The worlds of makeup and artificial intelligence came together on Friday. L'Oreal, one of the world's biggest cosmetics companies, has purchased ModiFace, a Canadian firm that specializes in artificial intelligence and augmented reality technology.

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Austin explosion may have been triggered by tripwire, police say

An explosion that injured two men Sunday night could've been triggered by a tripwire, said Austin Police Chief Brian Manley, after a fourth blast in the Texas city in little over two weeks.

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Walmart Expands Online Grocery Delivery to 100 Cities

Walmart is expanding its online grocery delivery service to more than 100 metro areas in the United States as it tries to keep pace in an increasingly expensive turf war with Amazon,