85-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Of Forty Years, His Simple Plan Can Help Anyone Reduce Their Cancer Risk
Imagine your doctor telling you that you have lung cancer and you have six months to live, even with conventional medical intervention. That's what happened to Carl Helvie, a long-time RN and Dr.P.H., more than four decades ago. His doctor recommended chemotherapy and surgery, but Helvie needed time to think and pray. Ultimately, he eschewed the traditional and took a holistic pathway that he now credits with his survival.
Houston Wins $100,000 National Creative Placemaking Grant for Fifth Ward Initiative
Mayor Sylvester Turner celebrates the Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation’s (FWCRC) receipt of a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Our Town grant.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Co-Sponsors the Jobs and Justice Act Promoted by the Congressional Black Caucus
Jackson Lee—“I am pleased that the CBC’s Jobs and Justice Act includes five bills that I have introduced that will build trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve; provide economic opportunity to young persons and small businesses; and provide greater transparency and accountability to all who interact with the criminal justice system.”
Doris Blake Texas Southern University Spring Commencement Oldest Graduate at 72 Years Young
At 72-years-young, Doris J Blake graduates with honors from Texas Southern University!
Pearl Announces OLÉ, SAN ANTONIO: When San Antonio Meets Spain
Pearl presenting a summer of Spain celebration honoring San Antonio’s Tricentennial and its Spanish heritage
Pearl is excited to announce Olé, San Antonio, a summer-long program celebrating San Antonio's Spanish heritage in commemoration of the city's 300th anniversary. Olé will be held from June 15 through September 16 and will feature events and activities related to four main pillars: gastronomy, music & dance, arts, and architecture. Events will include new programming while also incorporating existing Pearl activities.
TECHLink at Scenic Woods Regional Library
Where a person’s imagination and creativity are limitless!
The Houston Public Library (HPL) is opening the doors of its latest innovative library to date - TECHLink! The grand opening is Saturday, May 19 starting at 11AM.
You Never Forget Your First Time
Chris Paul leads the Houston Rockets to the Western Conference Finals
Growing up in Houston, I remember traveling on the 610 freeway frequently, staring out the window dreaming about going to Astroworld. That big amusement park that sat right across the freeway from the 8th Wonder of the world (Astrodome), always made my brothers and I smile.
Rapper Dr. Dre loses a trademark dispute with ob/gyn Dr. Drai
Dr. Dre is a West Coast musician and businessman known the world over for his platinum-selling albums. for discovering Eminem, and for Beats, the headphones hanging around the necks of athletes and celebs.
Mormon church to end 105-year relationship with the Boy Scouts
The Mormon church is parting ways with the Boy Scouts of America after more than a century. In a joint statement Tuesday night, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Boy Scouts of America announced their decision to end their relationship next year after 105 years.
NY prosecutors to investigate assault allegations against Eric Schneiderman
Prosecutors in multiple jurisdictions will investigate the assault allegations that led to the resignation of New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, authorities said Tuesday.
Tens of thousands of Louisiana residents could face eviction from nursing and group homes
More than 30,000 Medicaid recipients, including those in nursing homes and group homes in Louisiana could lose their benefits and face eviction due to proposed state cuts.
Twitter now speaks Swahili. Poa sana!
After years of hashtags and outcries, Twitter now recognizes Swahili, one of East Africa's most common languages.
These are the three Americans released by North Korea
Three American citizens held for months in North Korea have been released, US President Donald Trump announced Wednesday. Kim Dong Chul, Kim Hak-song and Kim Sang Duk were freed during US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's second visit to the North Korean capital of Pyongyang in two months.
Doctors, teachers and entrepreneurs on H-4 visas fear losing their businesses and jobs
An Obama-era executive order that allows spouses of H-1B holders to work and open a business in the United States enabled Alpa Gajera to build her restaurant business.
Americans are drinking less Bud. The rest of the world loves it
Americans are drinking less Budweiser. But India, Paraguay and South Korea are picking up the slack. Anheuser-Busch InBev said Wednesday that overall sales were up slightly from a year ago and beat Wall Street forecasts.
Uber teams with NASA to make flying cars a reality
Your dream of riding in a flying car may be one step closer to reality. Uber and NASA announced on Tuesday they're teaming up to simulate flying taxis in urban areas.
Google unveils Android P features, Google Assistant updates and more
Google showed off on Tuesday a first look at its next mobile software. Users of Android P, which will debut later this year, will get access to gesture-based navigation, battery saving features and an impressive new text selection tool that works on photos and the real world.
Pauley Perrette bids farewell to 'NCIS'
Warning: This story contains spoilers about the May 8 episode of "NCIS." The "NCIS" lab has lost its resident goth genius.
Taylor Swift: 'I went through some really low times'
Taylor Swift launched her concert tour Tuesday talking about her reputation. The superstar singer kicked off her Reputation Stadium Tour in Glendale, Arizona, and opened up a bit about her trademark snake imagery.
Jordan Peele reveals next film
Practically nothing is known about Jordan Peele's sophomore film, but just the thought was enough to thrill his fans.
