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San Antonio Hanukkah lighting honors Rabbi’s legacy amid Sydney tragedy

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San Antonio will hold a public Hanukkah menorah lighting to honor a rabbi with ties to the city who was killed in a terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney that left 15 dead. Local Jewish leaders, interfaith clergy, and city officials plan to attend the event, which will feature traditional prayers, the reading of victims’ names, and heightened security. Organizers say the ceremony will serve as a public act of remembrance and solidarity and will be open to all residents during the Hanukkah period.

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Ex-DPWH official gives back P40M in flood control kickbacks probe

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The Department of Justice announced that former DPWH-NCR regional director Engineer Gerard Opulencia returned P40 million as part of a pledged P150 million linked to alleged flood control project kickbacks. DOJ OIC Fredderick Vida said the money turnover, witnessed by Treasury officials, will undergo verification by Land Bank. Opulencia, provisionally under the Witness Protection Program, provided testimony deemed material by prosecutors in an ongoing probe involving projects in Bulacan and related transactions. He faces a pending preliminary investigation before the Office of the Ombudsman while DOJ continues to review financial records and witness statements.

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Darren Espanto quips ‘Maui Wowie’ left its mark on entertainment scene

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Darren Espanto’s “Maui Wowie” performance on ABS-CBN’s “ASAP” became an unexpected viral hit as viewers shared clips, memes, and reactions across social media platforms. The number trended online after the episode aired, drawing attention from entertainment pages, fan communities, and industry observers. Espanto later acknowledged the strong response and joked that “Maui Wowie” made an impact on the entertainment landscape.

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Tejano community mourns death of Selena’s father Abraham Quintanilla

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The Tejano music community in the United States is reacting to the death of Abraham Quintanilla, father of late star Selena Quintanilla, after his son A.B. announced the loss in an emotional social media post. Fans, musicians, and community leaders are sharing condolences and tributes that highlight Abraham’s role in shaping Selena y Los Dinos and influencing the growth of Tejano music. Public memorial details have not yet been announced as the Quintanilla family and the wider Tejano community process the news.

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Spurs welcome Mangas, change broadcasts for multiple games

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The San Antonio Spurs announced the signing of forward David Michineau Mangas to the active roster and detailed broadcast changes affecting several upcoming games. The team confirmed Mangas passed all league requirements, joined practices in San Antonio, and will be available for the remainder of the season. Officials also outlined adjustments to local and regional television coverage, including channel shifts and revised start times, while keeping radio and national broadcasts in place. The organization directed fans to official team platforms for updated schedules and further information.

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AI helps Texas universities examine, revise race and gender content in classes

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Texas A&M University and Texas State University used artificial intelligence tools to review and revise how some courses address race, gender and related topics, according to records obtained by The Texas Tribune. Emails and internal documents show administrators deployed AI to scan syllabi and course descriptions for flagged terms, generate reports and suggest alternative language, as the schools responded to political pressure from state leaders and governing boards. Faculty messages in the records document questions about the accuracy of AI assessments and the implications of AI-guided revisions for academic freedom and departmental control over curricula.

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Pope condemns prison overcrowding during special Mass for inmates

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Pope Leo XIV on Sunday condemned prison overcrowding and inadequate rehabilitation programs during a special Holy Year Mass at the Vatican for detainees, guards and their families. The liturgy marked the closing event of the Catholic Church’s 2025 Holy Year and drew an estimated 6,000 registered participants, according to the Vatican. Delegations from major detention facilities joined the weekend pilgrimage, which featured religious services, pastoral activities and meetings led by Vatican clergy and visiting chaplains. Church officials and security staff coordinated logistics and access for the prison groups throughout the event.

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‘Zootopia 2’ tops global box office again with $1 billion haul

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Disney’s “Zootopia 2” returned to No. 1 at the North American box office over the weekend, earning an estimated $26.3 million in its third frame and surpassing $1.14 billion worldwide, according to Comscore and studio data. The animated sequel became 2025’s second Hollywood film to cross the $1 billion global mark, driven by more than $500 million in ticket sales from China. Universal’s “Five Nights at Freddy’s 2” placed second with $19.5 million, followed by “Wicked: For Good,” Indian action title “Dhurandhar” and “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t.” James L. Brooks’ “Ella McKay” opened with $2.1 million.

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