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Jun 23
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Karine Jean-Pierre: Caribbean American Heritage Month

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  For Caribbean American Heritage Month, we continue recognizing the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. Karine Jean-Pierre was born on August 13, 1977, in Fort-de-France, Martinique, to Haitian parents. Since Martinique is a French territory located in the Caribbean,…
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Jun 22
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Shaggy: Caribbean American Heritage Month

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For Caribbean American Heritage Month, we continue recognizing the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight award-winning rapper and entertainer Shaggy. Orville Richard Burrell was born on October 22, 1968, in Kington, Jamaica. He received his nickname “Shaggy” as a child due to his unkempt hair. His mother…
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Jun 11
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Steve Stoute: Caribbean American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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As Caribbean American Heritage Month continues, we’re recognizing the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Canisius University’s 25th president, Steve Stoute. Steve Stoute was born in 1980 in Trinidad and Tobago. Raised in a family committed to service, he immigrated to the United States in 2000 to…
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Jun 08
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Buffalo History: The Harlow C. Curtiss Mansion

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The Harlow C. Curtiss Mansion 864 Delaware Avenue Location: 42° 54′ 26.95″ N, 78° 52′ 17.89″ W The International Institute of Buffalo headquarters, a striking three-story Georgian Revival mansion, stands proudly on Delaware Avenue in Buffalo. This architectural gem, designed in 1898 by the renowned firm Esenwein & Johnson, is a testament to the city's rich architectural history. They are…
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Jun 04
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Ana De Armas: Caribbean American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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As Caribbean American Heritage Month kicks off, we’re recognizing the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight award-winning actress Ana de Armas. Ana de Armas was born in April of 1988 in Havana, Cuba. Her father, a bank manager, and mother, a human resources professional, raised her and…
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May 29
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Carl Djerassi: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In celebration of Jewish Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing scientist Dr. Carl Djerassi. Carl Djerassi was born in Vienna, Austria, in 1923. Born to physician parents, he spent his first five years in Bulgaria before moving back to…
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May 29
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Rhoda Magbitang: Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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As Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month ends, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight award-winning executive chef, Rhoda Magbitang. Born in the Philippines, Rhoda Magbitang was raised in Antipolo City. As a child, Rhoda found deep inspiration in her…
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May 28
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Jan Koum: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In celebration of Jewish Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Jan Koum, co-founder and former CEO of WhatsApp. Jan Borysovych Koum was born on February 24, 1976, near Kyiv, when Ukraine was a communist country influenced by the Soviet Union.…
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May 22
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Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa: Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing Japanese American actor Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa. Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa was born in Tokyo on September 27, 1950. His mother was a Japanese actress, and his…
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May 19
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William Steinberg: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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  In celebration of Jewish Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight William Steinberg, former music director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra (BPO). William Steinberg was born Hans Wilhelm Steinberg in Cologne, Germany, on August 1, 1899. As a child, Steinberg…
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