Social media is abuzz with Super Bowl LVIII logo theory
There are 18 weeks of action and then three rounds of playoff games to decide which two teams will compete in the Super Bowl.
Increasing Demand for Organ Transplants Sparks Hope: Pigs Emerge as Potential Solution
Last summer, after more than a decade of illness, Lawrence Faucette and his wife, Ann, faced the hard reality that the end of his life was near.
5 ways to help boys cultivate friends/combat loneliness
Lori Oberbroeckling watched her son Kaden, 12, text friends about getting together, realizing he didn’t know how to execute a plan. She needed to teach him the basics, as she had done with tying his shoes or making his bed.
Ticket prices for this year’s Super Bowl might even make a billionaire
Ticket prices for this year’s Super Bowl matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers might even make billionaire Taylor Swift blush.
South Carolina lawmaker sues Instagram after son died by suicide
About two weeks after his oldest son’s funeral, South Carolina state house Rep. Brandon Guffey says he received a private Instagram message with a laughing emoji.
UPS cuts 12,000 jobs
UPS announced Tuesday that it will cut 12,000 jobs as part of a bid to save $1 billion costs. Managers and contractor positions will make up most of the layoffs.
Water beads can expand inside stomach, causing harm to children
Water beads are often sold as toys, in craft kits, or as sensory tools for children with developmental disabilities.
Elon Musk's Neuralink startup implants chip in its first human brain
Elon Musk’s controversial startup Neuralink has implanted a chip in a human brain for the first time, the billionaire said in a post on his X platform late Monday.
Concern Hawaii acid attack could chill Chinese tourism
The suspect in an acid attack appeared in court Monday and will be back in court Wednesday. Sebastian Mahkwan has been charged with attempted murder and assault charges.
What it’s like to take road trip in Saudi Arabia
Think of road trips and you might automatically imagine motoring along US highways, or roaming country to country through the mountains and vales of Europe.
GM says strike cost it $1.1 billion - but it could post record profit this year
A 46-day strike took only a modest bite out of General Motors earnings for 2023, and America’s largest automaker said it expects profit to bounce back to near or above record levels this year regardless of the higher labor costs, forecasts of weaker car prices and other headwinds.
Swain County - Middle schoolers craft survival guide for tackling sixth grade
Knowing what to expect heading into a new school can be very helpful for young children. So, a special bunch of Swain County Middle School students have compiled a survival guide.
How to select a personal trainer - why it’s worth it
Working one-on-one with a trainer used to be the province of elite athletes, or the rich and famous. No more. Personal training has been rising in popularity of late, with the fitness training market predicted to grow 14% from 2022 to 2032, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. That growth is a much faster rate than the average for all occupations, the agency said.
Ronald McDonald House Houston and RMHC Greater Houston/Galveston Unveil Groundbreaking Merger
The combined “Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston” will serve more families than ever
Ronald McDonald House Houston and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Houston/Galveston proudly announce their merger, a strategic decision to strengthen support for families with seriously ill children in Greater Houston by combining the resources of these related but previously separate entities. The newly formed organization, Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston (RMHC Greater Houston), is poised to increase capacity, streamline efficiency, and expand its reach beyond the Texas Medical Center to previously underserved areas, including The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land and beyond.
Super Bowl Food Guide From Houston Restaurants
With the Super Bowl quickly approaching, these Houston restaurants are here to make sure you don't fumble the ball when it comes to the Big Game. From pick-up orders to watch parties, we have you covered - check out what you can do to prepare for your day below!
US identifies three soldiers killed in attack in Jordan
The three US soldiers killed in the drone attack on a US military outpost in Jordan were identified Monday as Sgt. William Rivers, 46, of Carrollton, Georgia; Specialist Kennedy Sanders, 24, of Waycross, Georgia; and Specialist Breonna Moffett, 23, of Savannah, Georgia, according to the Defense Department.
Fade to Black Arts Festival Partners with The Ensemble Theatre to Announce Full-Length Play Submission Call for August 2024
Shabach Enterprise, the founders of the Fade To Black Arts Festival, is thrilled to unveil an exclusive play submission call for African-American playwrights.
Chart-Topping Global Superstar A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Brining Tour to Houston (June 2)
Today, A Boogie Wit da Hoodie announced his 2024 Better Off Alone global tour – a massive 39-show run across New Zealand, Australia, Europe, United Kingdom, and North America. The U.S. dates will feature special guests NLE Choppa, Luh Tyler, Dess Dior, and Byron Messia.
Houston Tax Expert Reveals 5 Essential Prep Tips for Tax Season
Tax season officially opens today, January 29, 2024, and while most may not be prepared to file returns yet, early preparation can save money and alleviate stress before the filing deadline in April.
Performing Arts Houston presents Time For Three
Performing Arts Houston presents the GRAMMY-winning trio Time For Three, performing original music, arrangements of popular songs, and covers of classics in their unique, genre-blending style at Wortham Center’s Cullen Theater on February 9. The group will also participate in a post-performance Westwood Creative Chat panel discussion open to all audience members. Tickets start at $29, at performingartshouston.org.
