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Rihanna calls out Internet fat-shamers

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Rihanna used humor and some serious shade to respond to some body-shaming that recently made its way around the Internet. The singer took to Instagram on Monday with a meme that some followers are calling the "perfect" response to being called out for her apparent weight gain. Rapper Gucci Mane appears in two different body weights in a split photo with big block letters that says, "If you can't handle me at my 2007 Gucci Mane you don't deserve me at my 2017 Gucci Mane." Mic … [Read more...]

Thirteen arrested in Day Without a Woman’ march

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Thirteen women were arrested for disorderly conduct outside the Trump International Hotel and Tower during the "Day Without a Woman" march Wednesday, a spokesman for the New York Police Department said. The 13 women were released Wednesday evening and will appear in court at an unspecified date. The police department would not comment on who was detained. The Women's March said the detainees included Tamika Mallory, Linda Sarsour, Carmen Perez and Bob Bland -- several of the movement's … [Read more...]

Havana Nights Gala

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Hispanic Physicians Association (HPA) will hold its Cuban themed Havana Nights Gala on Saturday, May 25th at the Mexican American Cultural Center.  The 5th annual event will commence at 6:30 PM with Senator Barrientos as the Master of Ceremonies and San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro as speaker. The Brew will entertain attendees with Latin Jazz tunes. Proceeds from the evening will benefit the organization’s pre-med student scholarships. “Hispanic Physicians Association is about … [Read more...]

Musicians come together to help those in West, Texas

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Musicians are working to help a Texas town decimated in a deadly fertilizer plant explosion. Officials with the Texas Thunder Festival on Monday announced next month’s performances will benefit emergency responders and schools in West, where 14 people were killed in a blast on April 17. Performers include the Randy Rogers Band, Wade Bowen, the Casey Donahew Band, the Josh Abbott Band and Stoney LaRue. The festival will be held May 17-19 in Gardendale, near Odessa. Ten first responders were … [Read more...]

Austin Fashion Designer Teresa Valenzuela-Basa Launches Clothing Line

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Inspired by the wind and sun of her native Chile, Austin fashion designer Teresa Valenzuela-Basa will unveil her Vento e Sole (wind and sun) clothing line at Ballet Austin this 17th of March.  The clothing line, which features bold, radiant and captivating designs for today’s sophisticated young woman, will mark the coming out party for Valenzuela-Basa as she establishes herself as a premier and emerging designer in the Austin fashion scene. Renowned for her work in jewelry design, … [Read more...]

Unofficial SXSW Sake Bomb Party Hosted by Kenichi: Sake! Sake! Sake Bomb!

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"Drop by Kenichi for the most detonative sake bomb party in Austin! Experience a variety of premium sake creations, free tasters and live entertainment at this FREE Unofficial SXSW After Party. Sake Shot Bar . Ty Ku Premium Sake Tastings . Free Kenichi Appetizers . Beer & Cocktails . Live D.J." When: Friday, March 8, 2013 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.   Where: Kenichi 419 Colorado St. Austin, TX 78701   … [Read more...]

Passport to Bali

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Blue Glue Bikinis celebrated their grand opening as attendees experienced the exotic world of Bali as they viewed the fabulous collection of French swimwear. 10% of sales from the evening were donated to "You Are Good Tees", an organization that helps promote and protect children who have been abused or neglected. The latest trends in swimwear were viewed from laser cut detailing to embossed fabrics. Expert stylist, Thea Wood, gave fashion advice and put together chic head-to-toe beach looks. … [Read more...]

Austin Classical Guitar Society’s Italian Masters Soloduo in Concert

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The Austin Classical Guitar Society (ACGS) continues its International Concert Series with the highly-anticipated return of the Italian masters, SoloDuo, hailed by the Washington Post as “one of the most engaging duos in classical music,” in concert at 8 pm on Friday, March 1 at Northwest Hills United Methodist Church.  As SoloDuo, Matteo Mela and Lorenzo Micheli have performed throughout Europe, Asia, the USA, Canada and Latin America, and have been acclaimed everywhere – from New York’s … [Read more...]

Food For Black Thought

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The Food For Black Thought initiative is bringing awareness to the Black experience with food and the food industry in Austin.  Beginning as a 2-day community symposium in September, Dr. Kevin Thomas and Naya Jones, both of UT Austin, expanded the conversation. “We are interested in capturing the food experiences of folks who may be underrepresented in current food policy discussion locally and beyond,” explained Naya Jones, co-creator of FFBT, PhD student in Geography at UT, and … [Read more...]

6th Annual Austin Modern Home Hour

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It is time again! The 6th Annual Austin Modern Home Tour on Saturday, February 2, 2013 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM will have plenty of dream-worthy homes and opportunities to meet while asking questions to the builders and architects behind these creative dwellings. From honest materials to an embrace of new technologies, you’ll see modern design with Texas flair. Discover how Austinites are blurring the line between indoors and out with glass walls, breezeways, and an open-to-sky shower. See … [Read more...]

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