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Melinda French Gates to donate $1 billion in support of women’s rights – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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www.nbcdfw.com – Michelle Chapman and Thalia Beaty | Associated Press – 2024-05-28 15:36:45

SUMMARY: Melinda French Gates has announced a $1 billion donation over the next two years to support women and families globally, including reproductive rights in the U.S. This is her second billion-dollar commitment within five years, following her 2019 pledge to empower women. Leaving the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, she received $12 billion to focus independently on these causes. Through her organization, Pivotal Ventures, she's directing $200 million in new grants to U.S. groups protecting women's rights. Additionally, she plans to give $250 million to improve women's globally and pledged $20 million each to 12 individuals for nonprofit causes.

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ABC brings the carnival to Comic-Con with an ‘Abbott’-inspired A.V.A. Fest

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abc13.com – OTRC – 2024-07-26 20:48:30

SUMMARY: A.V.A. Fest, short for “A Very Abbott” Festival, brought a carnival atmosphere to San Diego Comic-Con, inspired by “Abbott Elementary's” chaotic Principal Ava. The festival various activities, including the Philadelphia Eagles Drumline, rides, games, and a “Blessed & Pressed” tote bag station where guests could customize bags. Laura Lovas, V.P. of Strategic Partnerships and Events at ABC, highlighted the over-the-top nature of the event, reflecting Principal Ava's extravagant style. Lovas's favorite attraction was the giant yo-yo swing. The festival aimed to capture the show's playful spirit, with fans encouraged to catch up on episodes on Hulu.

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Hutto, partner mutually agree to part ways on Brushy Creek Amphitheater management

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www.kxan.com – Erica Pauda – 2024-07-26 20:11:45

SUMMARY: The Brushy Creek Amphitheater in Hutto, Texas, has ended its contract with Directors of Chaos, affecting upcoming events. Both parties mutually agreed to the immediate termination. The amphitheater is exploring new management options to maintain its event quality. As a result, the RAIN: Beatles Tribute show scheduled for Aug. 1 has been canceled, with refunds provided to ticket holders. Located on 65 acres next to Adam Orgain Park with Brushy Creek access, the amphitheater expressed gratitude for the contributions of Directors of Chaos during their partnership.

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FBI says bullet struck former President Donald Trump’s ear during assassination attempt at Pennsylvania rally on July 13

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abc13.com – ABCNews – 2024-07-26 19:13:47

SUMMARY: The FBI confirmed that former President Donald Trump was struck by a bullet in the ear during an assassination attempt on July 13, contradicting earlier uncertainty from FBI Director Christopher Wray. Trump criticized Wray's Congress testimony questioning whether he was hit by a bullet or shrapnel. Texas Representative Ronny Jackson, also Trump's former physician, supported Trump's claim, stating there was no evidence of it being anything other than a bullet. The FBI's investigation continues as they examine bullet fragments from the rally site. Trump insists the injury was caused by a bullet and pledges to fire Wray if re-elected.

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