Drug War Fights Losing Battle in TV Dramas
The History channel recently aired "America's War on Drugs," an eight-hour documentary examining the decades-long futility of the drug war. Yet at virtually every turn, that case has already been presented in scripted dramas.
New CDC Head: Georgia's Health Commissioner
The Georgia health commissioner, Dr. Brenda Fitzgerald, has been selected as the new director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Create Family Moments and Memories this Summer
Take advantage of slower summer schedules and warmer weather by rounding up the family and heading to the backyard for fun, food and family time.
The Children Most Likely to Be Bullied By Their Own Friends
Lindsey Averill's definition of torment was seventh-grade gym class. Among the echoes of basketballs bouncing and sneakers squeaking on the gym floor, Averill often would hear girls who she thought were her friends singing a jingle. Their carols were often directed at her.
Use Caution Eating Walrus Meat in Alaska, Report Urges
Anyone looking to enjoy some walrus meat should be sure it's thoroughly cooked, officials say.
Ciociaria: Secret Italian Region Offers Luxury Stays
"You see all this? It now belongs to my family after decades of hard labor and sweat. We've redeemed it," says Lorenzo Pacitti as he points to the hills surrounding his estate.
Defender Dante Remembers Brazil's 'painful' 7-1 World Cup Defeat to Germany
It's a date -- July 8, 2014 -- etched indelibly, painfully into the memories of Brazilian football fans all across the globe.
Emma Stone Says Male Co-stars Have Taken Pay Cuts for Her
Emma Stone may be playing tennis legend Billie Jean King 40 years after King's most famous match, but the two still have something in common: a problem with gender-based pay disparity in their professions.
A Parent Killing a Child Happens More Often Than We Think
It's the most unfathomable of crimes: a parent killing their own child. It grabs headlines when it happens -- like this week in Georgia, where a mom is accused of stabbing four of her children to death. The reality is, filicides happen with depressing regularity in the US. And mothers are almost as likely to be the killers as fathers.
How to Make Fast Food Healthier for Vegetarians and Vegans
Ordering fast food can be tricky for people who are trying to eat healthfully, but it can be particularly challenging for vegetarians. Menus are often limited in vegetarian staples such as beans, lentils, whole grains and vegetables.
This STD is Becoming 'smarter' and Harder to Treat
Gonorrhea is becoming harder and in some cases impossible to treat with antibiotics, the World Health Organization said.
State Department Names Special Envoy to Ukraine
The State Department has tapped Kurt Volker to be its special representative for Ukraine, the department announced Friday.
Trump, Putin High-stakes Showdown at G20 Ends After Over 2 Hours
President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin's high-stakes meeting at the G20 summit here in Germany has ended, lasting four times its planned length.
Registered Nurse/ Entrepreneur’s “Milky Mama” Product Line Has Helped 10,000+ Breastfeeding Moms Make More Breastmilk
Specially formulated treats help breastfeeding moms produce more milk
Krystal Duhaney, a Registered Nurse, is taking the breastfeeding world by storm with her delicious lactation treats. Also a Certified Lactation Counselor, Krystal created Milky Mama in 2015 after struggling with her own milk supply following the birth of her second child.
First Black-Owned Mobile Hair Salon Opens Second Location in the Washington, DC Area
Salon DeJuan has announced the opening of its 2nd De Glam Shoppe Mobile Hair Salon in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area at the physical salon location at 5608 St. Barnabas Road, Oxon Hill, Md. Coined as the first black mobile hair salon in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area in 2013 which aired on Fox 5 News, Salon Owner, DeJuan Burns does it again with launching her second mobile hair salon, the De Glam Shoppe.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Statement on Resignation of Director of Office of Government Ethics
Jackson Lee: “Director Shaub’s resignation marks a sad and disturbing development that calls into question the integrity of our Government at a time when so many questions have been raised.”
Tomball Selected for U.S. Navy Band Tour
America's Navy is coming to Tomball, Texas, one of 14 cities in four states to host a performance by the United States Navy Band during its 2017 tour -- one of the signature outreach programs of the U.S. Navy.
Houston Selected for U.S. Navy Band Tour
America's Navy is coming to Houston, Texas, one of 14 cities in four states to host a performance by the United States Navy Band during its 2017 tour -- one of the signature outreach programs of the U.S. Navy.
METRONext Listening Tour Hits the Road
METRO's summer listening tour ramps up next week. The public is invited to share ideas for transit service now and into the future. METRO is developing a regional transit plan that will serve the Greater Houston area through 2040. Next week's schedule is listed below. The tour continues through mid-August.
Bounce Sets Tues. July 11 for Season Premiere of In The Cut With Two All-New Episodes Back-to-Back at 9:00 pm (ET)
Star-Studded Ed Gordon Special Premieres Mon. July 17 at 10:00 p.m. (ET)
Bounce will double the laughs by kicking off season three of its hit sitcom In The Cut starring Dorien Wilson and Kellita Smith with two new original episodes back-to-back 9:00-10:00 pm. (ET) on Tues. July 11. All-new In The Cut episodes will continue to premiere Tuesday nights at 9:00 pm (ET) through the summer.
