Acevedo told CNN’s Don Lemon that the U.S.-born children of immigrants had approached him at forums saying, “I’m afraid to go to school, I’m afraid to leave the house, I’m afraid to come home and find my parents are gone.”
“Those fears are real,” the chief said.
Raids by ICE agents are slated to start on Sunday, The New York Times reported. Trump had initially planned to launch them last month, but paused the operation in a bid to come up with a “solution to the Asylum and Loophole problems at the Southern Border” with Democrats, he tweeted.
Acevedo said pronouncements like “we’re gonna go round up a million people” also pushed people “further into the dark and further outside of the realm of society, which means we have a harder time investigating crime.”
“I think we should be chasing crooks, not cooks,” he added.
Acevedo acknowledged that his department does work with ICE “as it relates to Homeland Security investigations, going after real hardcore criminals.”
“There’s a lot of them out there and we’re just hopeful that we don’t create greater problems for society by separating families,” Acevedo added. “Families belong together, they certainly don’t belong apart.”
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"There's a lot of fear across our immigrant community," says Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo about ICE raids planned for Sunday. "When we make pronouncements that we're going to go round up a million people, all that does is create havoc." https://t.co/BhhlQj0wd1pic.twitter.com/gtpakPuJHi
“Houston Kwenu!” Houston’s Downtown wears a traditional look as Igbofest hits Discovery Green
“This event is free, so we are urging Houstonians to come out for an international experience and witness the award winning and most recognized Igwe Cultural Entertainment group, awe-inspiring dancers, fashion parade filled with authentic-traditional wears and to learn why the African heritage and indeed the Igbo culture are traditionally motivating and spiritually authentic.”
Today July 13th, the 18th Annual IgboFest – the largest African cultural festival in the
City of Houston commences at the Discovery Green – 1500 McKinney starting at 2:30
pm. The colorful carnival which has been
around for over 15 years makes its Downtown debut to conveniently accommodate
thousands of Houstonians from a diverse culture who are enthusiastic about the
rich Igbo culture.
Friday, the organizer with a few performers were featured in two local Televisions appearances. They were featured on Great Day Houston, a local talk show hosted by Deborah Duncan, following CBS This Morning. Late in the evening, the group made it to the Isiah Factor Uncensored, a Fox 26 news talk show. Each appearance showcased a preview of today’s event.
Today’s event will showcase group performances ranging from traditional to acrobatic dancers. Other displays will involve very rare masquerades from the Igboland. The IgboFest experience will be sensational. Earlier in the month, Prof. Chris Ulasi, president of Ndi-Ichie Cultural Association, overseers of Ndi Ichie Youth Cultural Foundation told International Guardian that, “This event is free, so we are urging Houstonians to come out for an international experience and witness the award winning and most recognized Igwe Cultural Entertainment group, awe-inspiring dancers, fashion parade filled with authentic-traditional wears and to learn why the African heritage and indeed the Igbo culture are traditionally motivating and spiritually authentic.”
As part of this event, an Annual Igbo Language and
Communication Conference was held on Friday at the Crowne Plaza Houston. The theme of this conference was “Igbo Language Heritage: Communication,
Representation and Preservation.” The forum witnessed a lineup of
professionals, community and spiritual leaders with presentations focusing on
promoting, celebrating, and showcasing the Igbo culture.
Friday, the organizer with a few performers were featured in two local Televisions appearances. They were featured on Great Day Houston, a local talk show hosted by Deborah Duncan, following CBS This Morning. Late in the evening, the group made it to the Isiah Factor Uncensored, a Fox 26 news talk show. Each appearance showcased a preview of today’s event.
Historically, Ndi-Ichie are a Council of respected
individuals that occupy a very high place in the Igbo society. They are
well-regarded personalities; they are elected individuals of valued demeanor;
honest, resourcefulness, with comprehensive moral reputations and other
virtues. They are believed to command special connectivity with the ancestors,
and at all times held in high regard. As a MISSION, Ndi-Ichie Cultural Club and
Ndi-Ichie Youth Cultural Foundation aim at reclaiming the cultural capital of
the Igbos where it’s been damaged or lost.
Guest are advised to arrive on time. For more information
about the group, please call: 281-788-8133
Serena Williams Poses ‘Unretouched’ For ‘Harper’s Bazaar’, Putting Bare Legs & Butt On Full Display
Serena Williams is stunning in new photos from her ‘Harper’s Bazaar’ cover shoot! She bared her backside in unedited photos and penned a powerful essay about last year’s controversial match at the US Open.
Jenna Lemoncelli (Hollywood Life) : Serena Williams, 37, showed off her incredibly athletic figure on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar for the magazine’s August issue. The cover, which is accompanied by numerous, unretouched photos and a candid essay, shows the 23-time Grand Slam winner in a sparkling gold dress by Stella McCartney. Inside the magazine, Serena bares her muscular legs and perky backside in a Ralph Lauren gold cape and Christian Louboutin heels.
The new issue, which celebrates “the strength and beauty of women in their most authentic states,” is all about Serena speaking her truth. She pens a powerful essay about her memorable loss to Naomi Osaka, 21, in the 2018 U.S. Serena not only becomes vulnerable about the “excruciating” match, but apologizes to her opponent after her own reaction to the loss overshadowed Naomi’s win. Nonetheless, the tennis legend doesn’t regret using her voice to stand up for change.
“This incident — though excruciating for us to endure —exemplified how thousands of women in every area of the workforce are treated every day,” Serena wrote for the August issue. “We are not allowed to have emotions, we are not allowed to be passionate. We are told to sit down and be quiet, which frankly, is just not something I’m OK with. It’s shameful that our society penalized women just for being themselves.”
Serena took to Instagram on Tuesday, where she expressed how happy she was to write the first-person piece. “I’m proud to use my voice and words to share an essay on the raw feelings I had during a match we may all remember,” Serena wrote on Instagram alongside a shot from the photoshoot.
World Association for Academic Doctors proposes a research-based global transformation of socio-economic development
A cross-section of attendees and guests
In its 3rd Global Conference, June 27-30, 2019, a global conference of college dons vows to connect the world for socio-economic development through study research
International Guardian – Houston, TX – Just last year – 2018, the World Association for Academic Doctors (WAAD) gathered for a conference aimed at creating research opportunities to advance education and leadership in the 21st Century. This gathering attracted researchers from Brazil, Uganda, Nigeria, Cameroon, India, Turkey, Pakistan, Ghana, and multiple states in the U.S.A. This was WAAD’s 2nd Global Conference co-hosted by Ashford University Center for Excellence Teaching and Learning (CETL).
This year, WAAD’s 3rd Global Academic Conference has just ended with activities focusing on global socio-economic development and progress. Sponsored by WAAD, founder and President, Dr. Henrietta Okoro, and South University of Tampa, Florida, the Conference held June 27-30, 2019 flaunted a theme that reflected WAAD’s transformational standard. This theme, “Connecting Continents for Socio-Economic Development Through Research” further reflected numerous academic presentations throughout the conference. Researchers worldwide presented complex issues and strategies through data-driven results of agriculture, cybersecurity, education, health and medicine, and social issues.
For instance, President James McCoy from South University,
opened the conference with the opening remarks, followed by Co-Conference
Chairs, Dr. Vianna and Dr. Young, who did the introduction and a welcome
address. Dr. Okoro further, who spoke about global challenges, which included
security, poverty, hunger, and water.
Sitting at the dinner cruise, From Left:
Pastor Pete Onyia, Mr. Chris Aderogba, Dr. Kofoworola Aderogba
Dr. Opeoluwa Olubela, Mr. Olukorede Olubela, and Dr. Maureen Onyia
From Left: Dr. Margaret Vianna, Dr. Charles Lagu, Dr. Henrietta Okoro,
Dr. Elizabeth Young, & Dr. Ashraf Esmail
2019 new members induction ceremony
From Left: Dr. Vanessa Washington, Dr. Ebere Erugo, Dr. Opeoluwa Olubela,
Dr. Adewale Adeboye, Dr. Henrietta Okoro (Founder),
Dr. Maureen Onyia, Dr. Benedicta Ilouno, Dr. Priscilla Okunji,
Dr. Victoria Mmagwu, Dr. Francisca Mbanaja-Opara, Dr. Lynch Tincie,
Dr. Ryan Holmes, the guest speaker and Associate Vice
President for Student Affairs at the University of Miami, presented a dynamic
discussion on the global trends of the future of education. He challenged researchers and attendees to
consider the concept of “othering,” which entails making superficial
assumptions about people and cultures without a thorough understanding of the
context. Another guest speaker, Dr.
Tincie Lynch spoke passionately of research regarding women and military leadership
roles and service to their countries.
Dr. Lynch shared of her extended role of nurturing military women about
their future benefits as veterans.
Finally, Dr. Chanel Suggs, the Keynote speaker and Duchess of Cybersecurity,
presented the hacking paradigm, educational Challenges, and how to leverage
organizations’ cybersecurity. She
illustrated how hacking into business, governments, and individuals’ personal
information could be through a demonstration video. Dr. Okoro followed up with
Dr. Suggs’ cybersecurity presentation by sharing the complexities of mitigating
Advanced Persistent Threats (APT) through vulnerability assessments and policy
restructure.
Keynote Speaker, Dr. Carlos Aquino, and panelists Dr.
Pamela Allen and Dr. Tomi Wahlstrom from Finland and affiliated with the United
States Sports Academy University highlighted the need for competencies in
Learning Management Systems (LMS) for professionals to stay marketable in
today’s digital technology. Following
the Keynote speaker and two panelists, a presentation was given on artificial
intelligence that connected to the LMS with discussion on the impact of
artificial intelligence in the educational arena.
Dr. Okoro presenting keynote speaker certificate to Dr. Chanel Suggs (Duchess of Cybersecurity).Dr. Okoro presenting guest speaker certificate to Dr. Lynch TincieFrom left: Nolloywood and Gospel Artiste Ngozi Orji, Dr. Henrietta Okoro, and Dr. Frank Ibeawuchi Amagwu (Deputy Director, CBN Nigeria)
Finally, WAAD founder and CEO, Dr. Okoro, returned to the
podium to wrap up the presentations and to impart an overview on the success
stories of WAAD in the previous years, future goals and initiatives with WAAD,
and WAAD’s impact on the global community. The attendees from 16 North American
States, 32 University affiliates, and 11 countries pledged to continue to
advance scholarship through innovative research practices to obtain world peace,
security, and continuous developments.
The conference closing ceremony, induction of new
members, and award ceremony were hosted on StarLite Majesty Dinner Cruise
in Clearwater Tampa, Florida. Nollywood Actress & Gospel Music Artiste, Priscilla
Ngozi Orji featured at the event and entertained the guests with her latest
music “Chim Nonso.” Over eighty (80) members were inducted for the year 2019.
The top team builders for the year 2018-2019 received awards: (Platinum
Achievement Award): Dr. William G. Woods & Dr. Hemrietta M. Okoro; (Gold
Achievement Award): Dr. Elizabeth Young, Dr. Abiodun Adeleke, Dr. Andree
Swanson, Dr. Charles Lagu; and (Silver Achievement Award): Dr. Margaret H. Vianna
and Dr. Valentine Chuwkwueloka. Dr. Ashraf Esmail (IJLEBS Chief Editor)
received the 2019 Most Dedicated Member Award. The Founder & President, Dr.
Henrietta Okoro received the 2019 Excellence in Leadership Award and six Government
Citations: Governor of Maryland –
Larry Hogan, Governor of Florida- Ron DeSantis, Office of Prince Georges County
Executive Maryland- Angela Alsobrooks, Office of State Attorney for Prince Georges County Maryland-Aisha Braveboy,
United States Senator, Van Hollen, and City of Tampa Florida Councilman –
Orland Gudes.
Cross section of WAAD Ladies: From left, Dr. Margaret Vianna, Dr. Benedicta Ilouno, Dr. Opeoluwa Olubela, Dr. Nneka Chukwurah, Dr. Kofoworola Aderogba, Dr. Henrietta Okoro, Dr. Victoria Mmagu, Dr. Maureen Onyia, Dr. Uchenna Ukachukwu, Dr. Lynch Tincie, Dr. Grace Opigo, Dr. Elizabeth Young. Dr. Ryan C. Holmes (USA) Associate VP & Dean, University of Miami
Founded by Dr. Henrietta Okoro, WAAD is a 501(c)(3)
non-profit worldwide professional association of academic doctors driving
excellent initiatives to reality for a better World through cooperation,
collaboration, and communication of diverse intellectuals and professionals
across the globe. Dr. Okoro said the conference was the second opportunity for
the World Association to connect members and attendees in a university conference
setting. According to Dr. Okoro, “WAAD focuses on bringing together the vast
potential of professionals around the globe to promote excellence through
quality education, advanced research, good leadership, and business ethics
aimed at sustainable political, socioeconomic, and scientific growth of the
world.” “To attain this goal, members’ pool their intellectual resources
together through conferences and journal publications to offer solutions to
world pressing issues for a better tomorrow,” Dr. Okoro said.
WAAD’s founder and President, Dr. Henrietta Okoro
Since its inception, WAAD has expedited significant
functions in the academic, social, political, and economic spheres. The group, according to Dr. Okoro, has
continuously published an annual International Journal of Leadership Education
and Business Studies (IJLEBS) to promote research and development. Consequently,
noted Dr. Okoro, “We have empowered intellectual members to maintain a
worldwide database of academic doctors that contributes in every professional
field; we have to periodically host global academic conference/congress where
individuals can present their research findings and discuss issues of
international scope; furthermore, We
have supported the underprivileged through quality education, financial
and information technology literacy, research, and community development
initiatives.”
Currently, WAAD continues to offer good professional networking, mentoring, conferences, workshops, and other educational resources through the world congress forums. Globally, communities’ benefit from WAAD’s deep commitment to quality education, research, development, cybersecurity management, and advocacy for good governance and community stability.
Read or download the complete conference communique, please click >>>
For more information about WAAD, visit the website >>>
Melania’s Statue – Between Abstract Sculpture and Mediocrity of Imaginative Skills
The composition is vague and the image is too pale for Melania, a lady obsessed with fashion and style.
Within the boundaries of the wonderful world of abstractism and the adjoining values, this Melania Trump’s statue remains a sculptural blunder borne out of mediocrity of creative skills. The composition is vague, and the image is too pale for Melania, a lady obsessed with fashion and style.
By Anthony Obi Ogbo
The photo – a resemblance of a worn-out overfed
scarecrow is actually a wooden statue of First Lady, Melania Trump. It was
created by Ales “Maxi” Zupevc, a local Slovenian artist who used a chainsaw to
execute his motif. Funny enough, this statue was commissioned by Berlin-based
American Artist Brad Downey. Already most people thought the statue was a
disgrace but the sculptor literally believed that Melania’s signature Ralph
Lauren blue suit he depicted in his artifice validated his creation.
Fine Art does not work that way – and that is
why most impressionists or perhaps surrealists would be very careful about a
contentious art-for-art-sake reputation. Artists may create anything. In
fact, art may be created to please the artist’s imaginative soul, but the
piece must convey substantial standards. The composition must not just be
exceptional but also, most significantly, radiate some philosophical vigor.
Mona Lisa’s mystic smile was not an accidental strokes of brush. Leonardo da Vinci, who equally studied the anatomical structures of the lips knew where he was headed to with her model. Thus he rendered his imagination tactfully and captured the supernatural expressions in Monalisa’s smiles. Wrote Walter Isaacson on how Leonardo da Vinci achieved some Mona Lisa’s mysteries:
“There is other science involved in the smile. From his optics studies, Leonardo realized that light rays do not come to a single point in the eye but hit the whole area of the retina. The central area of the retina, known as the fovea, is best at seeing color and small details. The area surrounding the fovea is best at picking up shadows and shadings of black and white. When we look at an object straight on, it appears sharper. When we look at it peripherally, glimpsing it out of the corner of our eye, it is blurred, as if it were farther away.”
Abstract in fine art remains a constructive impression. Inspired by fantasy and nature, a British contemporary sculptor, Martin Debenham created stainless steel wire sculptures. He made constructivism very simple and stylish – using very flexible materials, complex twists, and bends of wires to mold home his masterpiece. His mermaid wire-piece is an abstract rendering of a mermaid siting on a rock by a lily pond in a calming posture. Without the doubt, this piece conjures some mythical narratives that could woo any observer.
Martin Debenham’s mermaid wire-piece is an abstract rendering of a mermaid siting on a rock by a lily pond in a calming posture. Without the doubt, this piece conjures some mythical narratives that could woo any observer.
Within the boundaries of the wonderful world of abstractism and the adjoining values, this Melania Trump’s statue remains a sculptural blunder borne out of mediocrity of creative skills. The composition is vague, and the image is too pale for Melania, a lady obsessed with fashion and style. Abstract is a good form of fine art. It shows a departure from reality, and an expedition to the unknown through some imaginative actions to invoke creativity. The concept breeds freedom of thoughts and inspires visual connections and interpretations. However, artists down with Imaginative skills could hold on to this philosophy to escape a lack of imagination.
