Breathing Exercises for Asthma Relief & Stronger Lungs
Medical professionals are big on encouraging exercise as a way to improve heart function while also strengthening muscles for overall health. So why wouldn’t similar exercises apply to people living with asthma? There are breathing exercises that, like aerobic exercises, can strengthen the lungs to relieve asthma symptoms or, in some cases, even prevent the recurrence of asthma attacks.
Teen In Need Of Heart Receives Heartwarming Honor
A brave teenager got a big honor from none other than the brave men and women in blue.
Eight Young Black Men Earned Highest Award for Boy Scouts
Our young black men struggle day to stay alive, not to fall to peer pressure of negative influences, and to stay on the successful rite of passage. Since this is such a treacherous for our young black boys and men successes should be celebrated to encourage and motivate them to continue on that right path. Such young men are being honored for an achievement that few have earned. It is the highest and the most distinguished honor for a member of the Boy Scouts of America, the Eagle Award.
Macy’s Launches YYigal, An Exclusive Limited-Time Collection By Designer Yigal Azrouel
The new line of architecturally feminine blouses, dresses and jackets is available now at 149 Macy’s stores and on macys.com
Macy’s announced the release of an exclusive, new collection by famed designer Yigal Azrouel. YYIGAL, an architecturally-influenced, limited-edition line, embodies the sophisticated and feminine spirit of the Yigal Azrouel brand through signature tops, blouses, faux-leather motorcycle jackets, intricate dresses and a statement jumpsuit. YYIGAL is available at 149 Macy’s stores and on macys.com today.
Houston Ballet’s First African American Principal Dancer Honored with State Award
Poised and full of grace, Houston Ballet alum and native Houstonian, Lauren Anderson, amongst the legends and rising stars to be honored Wednesday, February 22nd at the esteemed 2017 Texas Medal of Arts Awards in Austin, Texas.
Nike Uses Power of Sport to Stand Up for Equality
Nike has a long history of speaking up for causes that reflect its values. That continues today with the launch of EQUALITY, in which Nike encourages people to take the fairness and respect they see in sport and translate them off the field.
Rep. White Wants Texas Fathers’ Role Valued in Texas Law
Rep. James White, Houston native and former teacher at Third Ward’s Cullen Middle School, was elected to his fourth term last fall as the only African American to represent Texas’ Piney Woods in the Texas Legislature. Today he's fighting for Texas families with his House Bill 453.
Sammy Hagar and Adam Levine Partner for World's First Mezquila
Marking a first in the spirits industry, Sammy Hagar and Adam Levine announce the launch of Santo Mezquila, a premium blend of two distillates - 100% Blue Agave - commonly known as Tequila, and Espadin Agave, used to produce Mezcal. Born from a creative revelation that Sammy and Adam shared one night in Cabo San Lucas, and honed over two years,
Houston Streetlights Concentrated Mostly in Black, Hispanic Neighborhoods
A report from Rice University's Kinder Institute for Urban Research, "Streetlights in the City: Understanding the Distribution of Houston Streetlights," says that of Houston's 173,724 streetlights, most are concentrated in black and Hispanic neighborhoods, as opposed to white neighborhoods, as of August 2015.
Meet Annie Malone - The First Ever Black Woman Millionaire
Annie Malone took an interest in hair styling, in particular, developing a better way to straighten African American hair without damaging it. By the early 1900s, she developed a formula that worked and called it “The Great Wonderful Hair Grower,” which she began to sell door-to-door after moving to St. Louis, Missouri.
Ryan Destiny: The Rise of a Star
Lee Daniels has struck television gold again with his newest series airing on Fox, Star. Just knowing that it was a Lee Daniels’ project was enough to generate excitement of its release. Adding the star power of Queen Latifah and Benjamin Bratt made it one of most anticipated shows of the season. As teasers came out, Daniels’ fans were quick to compare it to another hit Empire. One look at the first episode of Star and one quickly understood that music and family were the only things the two shows had in common.
Civil Rights Will Suffer Under Sessions
Donald Trump's first three weeks in office have left Americans reeling from what Republican speechwriter Peggy Noonan called his "cloud of crazy." His cabinet nominees seem intentionally perverse: an education secretary who has no clue about public schools; an energy secretary who wanted to eliminate the department; a treasury secretary from Goldman Sachs who ran a home foreclosure factory.
5 Things for Friday, February 17, 2017: Trump News Conference, Syria, California Storms
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A 21-st Century Vision for Black Futures
Black Lives Matter Observes Third Annual Black Futures Month
This month, Black Lives Matter launched the third annual Black Futures Month, a deliberate reinterpretation of the resistance and resilience of Black people as illustrated through art. In an impressive compilation of visual art and writing, Black Futures Month uses creative expression to visualize and discuss the future of issues that impact Black communities like labor reproductive and gender justice.
H-E-B Leaders Visit University of Houston to Offer Guidance On Submitting Unique Products in Statewide Competition
Calling All Local Food and Beverage Innovators for H-E-B PRIMO PICKS QUEST FOR TEXAS BEST
H-E-B Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best is visiting Houston on Thursday, February 23 to share insight with local food and beverage creators interested in participating in the 2017 statewide competition. Potential entrants are invited to meet with H-E-B leaders who will advise on product development and best practices for submitting their creation in the competition. Space is limited. To register, please click here.
Autism Predicted By Infant Brain Changes, Study Says
Overgrowth in brain volume during the first year of life forecasts whether a child at high risk of developing autism spectrum disorder is likely to receive a diagnosis at age 2, according to a small study published Wednesday in the journal Nature.
Under Armour Has A Big Trump Problem
Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank took out an ad in the Baltimore Sun Wednesday to clarify some of the favorable comments he recently made about President Trump, remarks that were criticized by several of the company's highest-profile endorsers.
Yahoo Stock Pops On Reports Of New Deal With Verizon
Yahoo's stock popped more than 2% in early trading Wednesday following reports Verizon may only ask for a slight price cut in its deal to buy the Internet company.
Trump Says H&R Block Will Be Unhappy With His Tax Plan
He made the comment even though H&R Block is on record endorsing the concept of both tax reform and tax simplification.
Pepsi: We're An American And Global Company
People around the world are still drinking plenty of Pepsi beverages. The soft drink and snack giant reported earnings for the fourth quarter that topped forecasts on Wednesday morning.
