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The 46th annual CineFestival San Antonio, held from July 9-13, 2025, brought the best of Latino, Chicano, and Indigenous cinema to the city, celebrating the rich cultural diversity of the Latino community through film. The festival, hosted by the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center, is the longest-running Latino film festival in the U.S. and provides a platform for showcasing the stories and experiences of Latinx communities. This year’s edition of the festival featured over a dozen films spanning various genres, including documentaries, short films, and feature-length narratives. Each film sought to capture the nuances of Latino and Indigenous experiences, with themes…

A City Comes Together for Local Pride On July 13, 2025, Houston hosted a vibrant celebration for its unofficial holiday, 713 Day, with a series of community-driven events designed to showcase the city’s spirit, celebrate its cultural diversity, and highlight the importance of supporting local businesses. 713 Day, named after the city’s area code, has become an annual tradition, and this year’s events featured a variety of activities, from concerts to charity initiatives, across Houston’s neighborhoods. The day kicked off with a car parade at Kings Best Mall and continued with various performances by local musicians at venues like Karbach…

The Backstreet Boys, one of the most iconic pop bands of the ’90s and early 2000s, launched their highly anticipated 2025 residency, “Into The Millennium,” at the Las Vegas Sphere on July 11, 2025. The residency, which runs through August 24, will feature 21 performances, bringing fans from around the world to experience the band’s timeless hits and innovative live show. The event has already drawn rave reviews for its immersive experience and stunning visuals, making it a must-see event for both longtime fans and new audiences. A Spectacular Opening Night The opening night of “Into The Millennium” was nothing…

New York City marked its 18th annual City of Water Day, a citywide event dedicated to celebrating and preserving the city’s waterfronts. Organized by the Waterfront Alliance and the New York-New Jersey Harbor & Estuary Program, the event attracted thousands of New Yorkers and visitors from across the region for a day of interactive activities focused on environmental education, community engagement, and climate change. A Day of Waterfront Exploration and Education City of Water Day has grown into a beloved New York tradition, highlighting the role of the city’s waterways in shaping its identity and the daily lives of its…

On July 11, 2025, the 24th New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF) officially opened, bringing together filmmakers, artists, and film lovers to celebrate the diversity and innovation of Asian cinema. Hosted at Film at Lincoln Center, this year’s festival runs through July 27, 2025, showcasing over 100 films from Asia, highlighting emerging voices, and offering new perspectives on global storytelling. The festival is a key event in the cultural calendar, attracting audiences from across the world to witness the richness of contemporary Asian cinema. The 2025 theme, “Cinema as Disruption,” reflects the festival’s focus on showcasing bold and innovative films…

On July 11, 2025, Panasonic Holdings Corporation announced a delay in the full-scale production expansion of its $4 billion electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in Kansas. The facility, which is part of Panasonic’s strategic investment to ramp up EV battery production, was initially slated to reach a capacity of 30 gigawatt-hours by March 2027. However, the company has pushed back this timeline in response to fluctuating demand, largely influenced by slowing sales at Tesla, its primary customer. Tesla, the leader in the electric vehicle market, has faced challenges in recent months, including increased competition and concerns over its aging vehicle…

Nevada is experiencing record-breaking economic growth, as the latest report from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation (DETR) reveals that the state’s unemployment rate has dropped to an all-time low of 3.2% as of July 2025. This marks the lowest unemployment rate in over 20 years, highlighting the resilience and continued growth of Nevada’s diverse economy. Nevada’s Booming Key Industries One of the primary drivers behind this impressive economic performance is the technology sector, which has seen significant expansion in recent years. Nevada has become a hub for clean energy, data centers, and tech startups, with major players…

The highly anticipated Nevada Desert Music Festival is set to return for its 15th edition this weekend, from July 12 to 14, 2025. Taking place in the heart of Las Vegas, the three-day event will showcase a rich diversity of local talent, offering music lovers the opportunity to enjoy performances by some of Nevada’s finest musicians. The festival’s mix of genres, including rock, indie, electronic, and country, continues to attract fans from across the state and beyond. A Platform for Local Artists This year, the Desert Music Festival celebrates Nevada’s homegrown talent with performances from artists like The Neon Strays,…

On July 9, 2025, Nevada hosted a variety of cultural events across the state, celebrating the rich diversity of its residents and providing opportunities for community engagement. These events highlighted the contributions of different cultural groups to the fabric of Nevada, showcasing the state’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and fostering mutual respect among its residents. In Las Vegas, the Nevada Arts Council organized a large-scale multicultural festival at the Springs Preserve, which featured a mix of performances, art exhibitions, and culinary experiences. The festival spotlighted Hispanic, African American, Native American, and Asian communities, offering attendees a chance to explore their…

As of July 9, 2025, Nevada’s industrial sector is experiencing an exciting expansion, driven by major new development projects aimed at diversifying the state’s economy and creating thousands of jobs. These developments highlight Nevada’s continued shift away from being solely reliant on tourism and gaming, focusing on fostering a more diversified economy that includes logistics, technology, and manufacturing. One of the standout projects is the Mountain West Industrial Park Phase II, which is set to add more than 1.5 million square feet of top-tier industrial space in the Las Vegas area. As the demand for distribution and warehouse centers continues…