Verizon Launched $5 Billion Supplier Program to Boost U.S. Small Businesses
Verizon launched a $5 billion Small Business Supplier Accelerator to support U.S. small businesses and expand their access to corporate supply chains and digital growth resources.
Tom Cruise Honored with Prestigious BFI Fellowship: A Testament to His Enduring Impact on Global and UK Cinema
In a star-studded evening that celebrated cinematic excellence and cultural collaboration, international film icon Tom Cruise was awarded the British Film Institute (BFI) Fellowship—the BFI’s highest honor—during the annual BFI Chair’s Dinner on May 12th at the Rosewood Hotel in London. The award was presented by Cruise’s longtime friend and creative partner, Christopher McQuarrie, the visionary director behind many of Cruise’s high-octane blockbusters.
Beverley McGrew Walker Champions Global Access Through Fort Bend's Annual Passport Fair
If securing a passport has ever felt like navigating a bureaucratic maze, Beverley McGrew Walker, the ever-innovative Fort Bend County District Clerk, has once again stepped up to rewrite that story — with style, service, and a spirit of inclusion.
Matriarch Moves: Tina Knowles Reflects on Raising Powerhouse Daughters and Owning Her Place in the World
In a world where silence was once seen as strength, Tina Knowles chose something different—something louder, bolder, and more beautiful. Known today as a fashion icon, businesswoman, and yes, the mother of global superstars Beyoncé and Solange, Knowles is finally telling her own story in her new memoir, Matriarch—a timely selection for Oprah’s Book Club and a resonant celebration of resilience, identity, and intentional motherhood.
AMC to offer 50% off tickets on Wednesdays starting this summer
AMC Theatres, the world’s largest theater chain, will be offering even more discounts to moviegoers starting this summer.
UnitedHealth CEO steps down for ‘personal reasons’
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty is stepping down immediately from his role for “personal reasons,” the company announced Tuesday.
Astros Foundation Luncheon and Fashion Show Supports Healthy Families and Community
The Astros Foundation hosted its annual Champions for Healthy Families Luncheon and Fashion Show on Friday, May 9, at Union Station and Daikin Park. Presented by Shaftel Diamonds and styled by Tootsies, the event brought together Astros players, families, and community supporters for an afternoon dedicated to promoting healthy families and raising funds for the Foundation’s outreach efforts.
Cassie Ventura is not letting victim shaming stop her from sharing her difficult story
There were moments when Cassie Ventura did not seem comfortable in the spotlight, perhaps because of what she now says was happening in the shadows.
Discover F&L Signature Dujour Wine: A Sip of Sophistication
F&L Signature Dujour Wine offers a refined experience for those who appreciate elegance in every pour. Curated with passion and sophistication, each bottle captures the essence of quality and culture. Discover more by following along on Instagram @mr.feltonlove.
Harlem Stakes Its Claim as the True Big Apple: A Homecoming Celebration 87 Years in the Making
This May, all roads lead to Harlem as the community boldly reclaims what history has quietly whispered for decades — that the cultural heartbeat of Black America is also the birthplace of one of the most iconic nicknames in the world: The Big Apple.
Honoring Our Elders: HHSC Promoted Lifelong Wellness and Support During Older Texans Month
In May, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proudly celebrated Older Texans Month by spotlighting a wide range of resources designed to empower seniors across the Lone Star State. With more than 5.9 million Texans aged 60 and older, according to the Texas Demographic Center, HHSC reaffirmed its commitment to fostering healthy aging, meaningful relationships, and community engagement.
Houston Unites for Safety: Thousands Attended the Largest Disaster Readiness & Resilience Expo Ahead of Hurricane Season
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, Houstonians turned out in force at the George R. Brown Convention Center for the Disaster Readiness and Resilience Clinic & Expo, the city’s largest preparedness event ahead of hurricane season. Presented by CenterPoint Energy, this dynamic and timely initiative gathered thousands of residents, local agencies, non-profits, and emergency response teams with one unified mission: to strengthen the region’s disaster readiness and community resilience.
District J’s Edward Pollard Marks Bike Month & Freewheels Houston’s 10th Anniversary
Community event to spotlight cycling culture, mobility equity, and a decade of service to refugees, veterans, and youth
District J gears up for National Bike Month with a milestone celebration honoring Freewheels Houston’s decade of transforming lives through bicycles.
Councilman Edward Pollard Sounds Fiscal Alarm on Proposed Houston Budget
In the high-stakes arena of municipal budgeting, it takes courage to question the status quo. Councilman Edward Pollard—Houston City Council Member and Vice Chair of the Budget & Fiscal Affairs Committee—is doing exactly that. As Mayor John Whitmire presents a proposed $700 billion city budget for 2026, Pollard is stepping up as a vocal watchdog for Houston taxpayers, cautioning against a potentially dangerous trajectory of deficit spending.
Kardashian tells court she ‘absolutely thought’ robbers would kill her in $10 million heist
Kim Kardashian, testifying in the trial of the burglars accused of tying her up and robbing her at gunpoint nearly nine years ago, told a Paris court on Tuesday that she “absolutely thought” her assailants would kill her.
Why Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship may be a legal loser but still give the president a major boost
As the Supreme Court hears arguments Thursday on a major Donald Trump policy for the first time in his second term, the president could secure a significant win affecting many of the lawsuits against his administration out of a case that is otherwise widely seen as a legal loser.
Cutting Energy Star Hurts Americans – And Helps No One But Polluters
“Look for the Energy Star.” Most Americans know that is excellent advice to anyone appliance shopping. That little blue label saves American consumers roughly $40 billion a year in energy costs every year.
Dow soars 1,100 points after Trump team and China dramatically lower tariffs
US stocks surged on Monday after President Donald Trump’s top trade officials brokered a surprisingly dramatic de-escalation in trade tensions with China over the weekend, dropping tariffs to much lower levels, which some economists say could stave off a US recession.
Federal judge won’t block Trump’s plan to use IRS data to track down undocumented migrants
A federal judge won’t block a controversial Trump administration initiative to share highly sensitive taxpayer information with federal immigration authorities in hopes of tracking down undocumented immigrants and quickly deporting them out of the country.
