Beyoncé Partners with Google.org for Homecoming Scholars Award Program
Google.org matches her original $100,000 grant; BeyGOOD urges other businesses to do the same
Beyoncé, through her BeyGOOD initiative, announces a partnership with Google.org, the charitable arm of tech giant Google, to award four new scholarships as part of her Homecoming Scholars Award Program. The iconic performer also issues a challenge to other businesses to join Google.org in investing in excellence through education.
Verne Troyer, 'Mini-Me' in Austin Powers films, dies at 49
Verne Troyer, who played Mini-Me in two of the Austin Powers comedy films, has died at the age of 49, according to statements posted to his social media accounts Saturday.
Netflix CEO paid $24 million last year -- and salaries are going up this year
Netflix CEO Reed Hastings' pay keeps climbing. Hastings, Netflix's co-founder, took home a total of $24.4 million last year, according to a company filing Monday. His pay rose 5% in 2017 from the year before.
Rod Rosenstein gets his day at the Supreme Court
Rod Rosenstein, the embattled deputy attorney general, will take a break from supervising the Russia investigation on Monday to make his debut before the Supreme Court and argue a technical sentencing guidelines case.
Mike Pompeo, Trump's pick to be secretary of state, faces key committee vote
President Donald Trump's pick to be secretary of state faces a key committee vote Monday evening, where Mike Pompeo is not expected to have enough support for a favorable recommendation, a distinction not seen before in recorded US history for a nominee to be the nation's top diplomat.
Kellyanne Conway's sexism charge is laughable
It is difficult to take Kellyanne Conway -- the woman whose job it is to defend and advocate for a man who has boasted about sexually assaulting women -- seriously when she tries to use the sexism card to get herself out of an awkward on-air situation.
Ivana Trump doesn't think Donald should run for re-election
Ivana Trump says she doesn't think it's necessary for her ex-husband, Donald Trump, to run for re-election in 2020, according to an interview with Page Six.
Goldman Prize: Two South African activists win for halting secret Russian nuclear deal
It was the ultimate David versus Goliath battle. Two female South African environment activists working for small NGOs taking on the South African government and winning a legal challenge that stopped a $76 billion dollar nuclear deal with Russia.
Guadeloupe: These tiny islands are the French Caribbean's greatest secret
Seen from above, the French Caribbean islands of Guadeloupe look like the emerald wings of a butterfly.
Russia ramps up pressure on Trump to honor Iran nuclear deal
Russia joined a chorus of voices Monday urging US President Donald Trump to stand by the Iran nuclear deal, as Tehran sent a stern warning that it was an "all or nothing" situation.
Toys 'R' Us liquidation kills Hasbro sales
It may be time to draw a tear on the detachable eyes of Hasbro's Mr. Potato Head. Hasbro reported a 16% drop in sales for the first quarter. The toymaker's earnings missed forecasts mostly because Toys "R" Us is closing.
HFT Rejects Energerized for Excellence to Run Schools
Numerous troubling questions about the private nonprofit charter school operator Energized for Excellence Academy and the Texas for-profit Educational Learning and Enrichment Center Inc. make them a risky choice to operate 10 low-performing Houston public schools, the Houston Federation of Teachers said today.
Daughter turns car into billboard to help dad find a kidney in Las Vegas
A valley woman desperate to find a kidney for her father has turned her car into a mobile billboard hoping to find a match.
Police say man saved many lives by stopping gunman in Waffle House shooting
Police say a 29-year-old man saved many lives when he confronted the gunman during the deadly mass shooting at Waffle House early Sunday morning.
Sears CEO offers to buy Kenmore brand
Sears' CEO and majority owner Eddie Lampert is offering to buy the Kenmore brand and some other assets from the troubled retailer. Lampert's offer letter to the company he controls says he's making the bid because the company hasn't been able to find another buyer for the assets in the two years they've been on the market.
How major companies handle and botch public relations crises
Over the past several days, two major American companies found themselves facing public relations disasters. A fatal engine failure aboard a Southwest flight left the airline scrambling to ensure passengers that its planes are safe. And Starbucks was in the spotlight after two black men were arrested while waiting for a friend.
At Barbara Bush's funeral, George H.W. Bush honored her work on literacy with his socks
After Barbara Bush's funeral, everyone was talking about the photo. No, not that photo -- of the four ex-presidents, three former first ladies and current first lady Melania Trump -- that made the rounds on social media over the weekend.
5 things for April 23: Nashville shooting, North Korea, Kate Middleton
Earth Day is over, but there are some super simple things you can do every day to show our planet some love. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door
“Bad Men and Wicked Women” by Eric Jerome Dickey
Blood is thicker than water. That’s what they say: your relationship with family – blood – is stronger than any connection you’ll have with someone unrelated. Blood is thicker than water – except, perhaps, as in the new novel “Bad Men and Wicked Women” by Eric Jerome Dickey, when the blood shed is your own.
Lucy Brings the Flavors of Ethiopia to Houston
Nestled at 6800 Southwest Freeway in Houston, Texas facing the main road is a jewel straight out of Africa. The pretty red building with plentiful parking and easy access to the entrance is home to Lucy, Ethiopian Restaurant and Lounge. According to their website www.LucyHouston.com “Our restaurant and lounge celebrates the roots of humanity in Ethiopia - which you will find in our food, art-gallery, and festivities. We are family owned and operated with friendly staff, delicious food and drink, and a great atmosphere. Please stop in to eat, drink, relax, and have fun. “
