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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lord Buffalo Cancels Tour After Border Patrol ‘Forcibly Removed' Mexican Drummer From Flight
Lord Buffalo has canceled its European tour after border patrol 'forcibly removed' band member Yamal Said, a Mexican citizen, from a flight — despite the drummer being a green-card holder and 'lawful permanent resident' of the United States — according to a statement on the Texas band's Instagram. With just one day left before their trek had been scheduled to kick off Thursday (May 15) in the Netherlands, the group members wrote in their joint statement that, moments before they'd been supposed to take off for Europe on Monday (May 12), their bandmate was escorted off the plane at at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. 'He has not been released, and we have been unable to contact him,' they wrote, noting that they are 'heartbroken' to have to cancel the tour as a result. More from Billboard 'People Are Scared': How Trump's Immigration Policies Are Affecting Latin Music Adam David Delivers Teddy Swims' 'Lose Control' on 'The Voice' as Finalists Are Set Blake Shelton Drops 'Texas' on 'Fallon,' Says Post Malone Fueled His Return 'We are currently working with an immigration lawyer to find out more information and to attempt to secure his release,' the band continued in the post. 'We are devastated to cancel this tour, but we are focusing all of our energy and resources on Yamal's safety and freedom. We are hopeful that this is a temporary setback and that it could be safe for us to reschedule this tour in the future.' In an update to the caption posted later Thursday afternoon, Lord Buffalo thanked fans for their 'outpouring of support' and shared that Yamal had 'secured the legal representation he needs.' 'We are waiting to hear what comes next,' the band added. 'We want to reiterate that we truly don't know what's going on. We have more questions than answers, but we will keep you posted as much as we can. At this time the family asks for privacy as they navigate the situation.' Billboard has reached out to the band's reps and the DFW International Airport for comment. According to Lord Buffalo's website, the Americana rockers were slated to play eight total dates across Europe. Following their kickoff performance in Heerlen, they'd planned on spending the month of May traveling through cities in Germany, Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland. In the group's absence, tourmates Orsak:Oslo will still play at all of their scheduled dates. 'We urge everyone to go see this amazing band and support them over the next couple weeks,' Lord Buffalo added in its statement. The announcement comes at a tense time in American immigration politics, with Donald Trump pledging to carry out mass deportations as part of his presidency when he entered office in January. As reported by Billboard, the administration's policies have had a particular effect on the Latin music industry, with many artists sharing that they've seen a distinct drop in attendance levels due to concertgoers fearing deportation. The twice-impeached POTUS' crackdowns on travel and immigration have also impacted the trans community. In January, Trump signed an executive order requiring that travel documents such as passports and visas display a person's sex assigned at birth, after which U.S. Citizenship and Immigrant Services (USCIS) announced in April that it would only recognize biological sex on immigration forms going forward. As a result, trans musicians — such as Bells Larsen, who was forced to cancel his American shows due to the change — have similarly struggled to tour in the U.S. See Lord Buffalo's statement below. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Business Journals
22-04-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
DFW Airport sets new launch date for Taipei flight
The launch date was originally set for November. Now, flyers can secure a seat to the new Asian destination sooner than expected. Read this story to learn when and where DFW Airport will expand its global reach. DFW Airport will offer its first nonstop service to a new Asian destination later this year. On Tuesday, the airline revealed when the service will take off. Taiwan-based airline EVA Air will begin offering nonstop service to Taipei from DFW International Airport Oct. 3. The new route makes EVA Air the only airline in Asia operating two destinations in Texas, according to a press release. Specifically, EVA Air will operate three weekly flights from Taoyuan International Airport to DFW, according to a press release. The new route will allow North Texas travelers direct access to Taipei, a global hub for business and tourism, and connect travelers to EVA Air's network of 63 destinations over four continents. 'DFW is excited to add the city of Taipei to its growing portfolio of international destinations,' said DFW Airport CEO Sean Donohue. 'EVA Air's nonstop service will be a first from DFW to Taiwan's capital city. The new service will not only add to DFW's network of more than 250 destinations around the world, but it also increases the options for North Texas travelers to connect with the entire Asian region.' This story is available as part of a content partnership with WFAA-TV. To read the full story, visit
CBS News
14-03-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Over 400 flights canceled at DFW International Airport as high winds move into North Texas
Hundreds of flights have been either canceled or delayed at DFW International Airport as strong winds move across North Texas. According to our First Alert Weather Team, winds from the southwest have been recorded at 20 to 35 mph, with frequent gusts up to 50 mph. Isolated gusts 60 to 65 mph are also possible Friday. As of 1:30 p.m. Friday, Flight Aware reports 450 flights have been canceled at DFW Airport and at least 138 have been delayed. A high wind warning is in effect until 7 p.m. for most of Texas. This comes as the airport was handling another emergency Friday morning. An American Airlines flight plane, boarded with 178 passengers, caught fire in Denver and arrived at DFW Airport nearly 12 hours after taking off. Passengers described the "surreal, exhausting" experience. Michele Woods was on her way home from a trade show in Colorado Springs. She said people were screaming, pushing and jumping when the plane landed at DFW. "[The plane] landed, everything was fine, but then there was smoke filling the cabin," she said. Red Flag Warning also in effect for North Texas As a result of the high winds – and extremely low relative humidity, a red flag warning is in effect Friday until 9 p.m. The warning does not necessarily mean a fire is ongoing; extreme fire weather conditions are occurring now or will shortly, according to the National Weather Service. Texans should avoid all outside burning and welding. Also, don't toss lit cigarette butts outside.
USA Today
07-02-2025
- Business
- USA Today
How Talking Animal Books is bringing a love of reading to Texas
How Talking Animal Books is bringing a love of reading to Texas Independent bookstores are the heartbeats of their communities. They provide culture and community, generate local jobs and sales tax revenue, promote literacy and education, champion and center diverse and new authors, connect readers to books in a personal and authentic way, and actively support the right to read and access to books in their communities. Each week we profile an independent bookstore, sharing what makes each one special and getting their expert book recommendations. This week we have Katy Lemieux and Valerie Walizadeh, co-owners of Talking Animal Books in Grapevine, Texas! What's your store's story? We opened Talking Animals' doors in February 2023. Our store is the only bookstore in Grapevine, a massive tourism and travel hub housing DFW International Airport. Our mission is to be a place for connection, curiosity and creativity. We are 100% woman-owned and have become a space for conversation in a town where books have been banned and the topic is exceptionally touchy. Our store has only been a positive experience and we are educating the public about reading and books and their power to connect communities. What makes your independent bookstore unique? Our customers are eager for books and discussions about literature, art, and social issues. We are a historic town in a landmarked building, so we always try to incorporate the history of our town into our business. We have a children's reading nook with a bank teller window as an homage to its original iteration as a bank in 1900. The Bonnie and Clyde gang later robbed that bank, and we have happily adopted this trivia into our store in a small museum gallery alcove. In less than a year we have presented numerous events with authors and speakers that have been well-attended. We are known as champions for public education and reading, as well as a measured, welcome, and inclusive spot for everyone. What's your favorite section in your store? Our reading nook is the best spot! I never get tired of hearing, "Oh, wow!" when a child crawls inside and sees the twinkling lights above them. In addition to that, we love curating thoughtful theater and poetry sections. What book do you love to recommend to customers and why? Lately, "Demon Copperhead," as the epic nature of its scope struck me. Barbara Kingsolver has such a unique way of writing about America in a nuanced way that follows the characters and illuminates something almost unreachable. "The Red Pony," by John Steinbeck, is one of my favorite short stories and was hugely important to me when I first read it as a teen. It was the first time I had considered the totality of grief and what it means to lose something that meant the world to you. Why is shopping at local, independent bookstores important? We tell customers that when they shop local, their money actually impacts the community's economy. We pay a lot of money in taxes! And we remind people that those taxes make everything fun about our town possible. We are a city that thrives on small business success and it is gratifying to see a retail destination like ours work in tandem with local business owners. What are some of your store's events, programs, or partnerships coming up that you would like to share? Events make our bookstore fun, and midnight release parties are our favorites! On Jan. 20, we collaborated with Always Booked for an Onyx Storm event. Always Booked is a super fun new podcast that also does events with small businesses around town. We love our midnight parties because some guests go home and read straight through the night – that is our kind of reader. The gals at Always Booked put together the most fantastic event down to the tiniest detail. We can't wait for the next one! Every Saturday, we feature local author-led storytimes. In February, we are excited to welcome Cappy McGarr, an Emmy and NAACP Image Award-nominated producer, co-creator, and Executive Producer of The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize and the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. He has served on the Kennedy Center Board of Trustees under two presidents and as Executive Producer of White House musical performances honoring legends like Stevie Wonder and Paul McCartney. McGarr is also the Co-Founder of the Lincoln Awards for veterans and military families and the author of "The Man Who Made Mark Twain Famous." He'll join us in the store to share his new children's book, "Sis Boom Baa!: The Adventures of Princess Lil' Cap and Sir Hud the Brave." Whether you're a fan of gripping horror or spicy romance, we've got a book club for you: Horror Book Club: "The Amityville Horror" by Jay Anson "The Amityville Horror" by Jay Anson Fiction Book Club: "Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali "Lion Women of Tehran" by Marjan Kamali Romance Book Club: "Puck and Prejudice" by Lia Riley "Puck and Prejudice" by Lia Riley Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club: "Piranesi" by Susanna Clarke "Piranesi" by Susanna Clarke High School : "Once Upon a Broken Heart" Stephanie Garber : "Once Upon a Broken Heart" Stephanie Garber TAB Manager Emmalie's Lit Lounge: "Your Driver is Waiting" by Priya Guns North Texas Teen Book Festival (NTTBF) Mark your calendars for one of the biggest literary events of the year! Educator Day: Feb. 28 Feb. 28 Festival Day: March 1 We'll be there with thousands of booklovers and some of the most exciting authors in YA literature (like R.L. Stine!!). Don't miss this chance to celebrate the joy of reading with North Texas teens and educators. Come read with us! February is going to be unforgettable!
