Bill to abolish STAAR test passes Texas Senate
The Texas Senate approves a bill to eliminate the STAAR test, proposing shorter assessments. Negotiations with the House continue over A-F rating powers for districts.
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The Texas Senate approves a bill to eliminate the STAAR test, proposing shorter assessments. Negotiations with the House continue over A-F rating powers for districts.
Legal representatives for Arnolfo Teves Jr., former lawmaker from Negros Oriental’s 3rd District, filed a writ of habeas corpus on Wednesday following his arrest at his residence in Dili on Tuesday evening.
Former NBA player Shawn Kemp pleaded guilty to second-degree assault for a March 2023 shooting incident in Tacoma, Washington. The plea agreement reduced the original first-degree charge after Kemp fired at two men in a mall parking lot, causing vehicle damage but no injuries.
Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi received the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival for “It Was Just an Accident.” Despite a 15-year ban from leaving Iran, Panahi’s work gained international acclaim. Cate Blanchett presented the award, highlighting Panahi’s contributions to global cinema.
HBO Max announces Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout as lead actors for the ‘Harry Potter’ reboot series. The show promises to faithfully adapt J.K. Rowling’s books.
The Trump administration moves to cancel $100 million in federal contracts with Harvard University, citing compliance and civil rights issues. This decision could lead to significant financial and legal challenges for the institution.
President Trump plans to pardon reality TV couple Todd and Julie Chrisley, convicted of federal fraud charges, freeing them from prison. Todd received 12 years, Julie seven. The couple’s legal team filed appeals, but no reversal occurred. Critics raise concerns about justice and celebrity influence.
Eli Lilly & Co. considers a $5.9 billion biomanufacturing plant in Houston’s Generation Park, potentially creating thousands of jobs and solidifying the city’s role in the biotechnology sector. Supported by substantial incentives, this project could reshape Houston’s economic landscape.
The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) is calling on all qualified overseas Filipino octogenarians, nonagenarians, and centenarians to avail themselves of cash incentives under the Expanded Centenarians Act of 2023 (Republic Act No. 11982).
Gilas Youth remains unbeaten in the FIBA Asia U16 Cup SEABA Qualifiers after a decisive 101-37 victory against Singapore at Bren Z. Guiao Convention Center. The team maintains a 3-0 record, showcasing strong performances by Everaigne Cruz and Jhustin Hallare.