Nationally-renowned researcher, innovator joins TSU’s leadership team
Dr. Michelle Penn-Marshall has been selected as Texas Southern University’s first-ever Vice President of Research and Innovation.
Artists from Across the Americas Encouraged to Submit Qualifications for Five Major Permanent Works of Public Art at Houston's New International Terminal at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
The Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA), through the City of Houston’s Civic Art Program and on behalf of the Houston Airport System (HAS), is requesting submissions of qualifications from artists and artist teams to design, fabricate and install five major permanent works of public art for the new international terminal at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport. This opportunity is open to all artists in the United States and international artists in the Americas with U.S. representation.
Black immigrants chose Ukraine for quality of life, education. War leaves them fearful.
After having studied in India, Heidi Nguema visited Ukraine a few years ago with no plans to make it his home. But as an African from the country of Gabon, in the central part of the continent, he said, he “fell in love” with Ukraine and “decided to stay.”
6888th: Black women WWII heroes finally get Congressional Gold Medal
The first Black female soldiers stationed in Europe will finally receive the homecoming they deserved after serving in World War II.
Skip Marley and the New Conscious Reggae Renaissance
Singer-songwriter Skip Marley, born to the late Bob Marley’s daughter, Cedella Marley and David Minto, was thrown into the deep end of the Marley music legacy when, at thirteen, his Uncle Stephen Marley brought him on stage to sing his grandfather’s iconic hit, One Love in front of thousands of fans. From that moment on, music wasn’t an option, but a providential imperative for the now twenty-five-year-old singer-songwriter. The Marley family dynasty and its mission of spreading love and social change through meaningful lyrics and reggae-infused beats has crowned its new prince in Skip Marley.
Harris Health System Board of Trustees Elects New Leadership
Dr. Arthur Bracey has been reelected as chair of the Harris Health System Board of Trustees, the governing body for the public healthcare system in Harris County. Joining him in board leadership positions are Dr. Ewan D. Johnson, PhD, vice chair, and Dr. Andrea Caracostis, secretary.
Maj. Gen. William J. Walker named House sergeant-at-arms, first Black man in post
Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Friday named Maj. Gen. William J. Walker, commander of the D.C. National Guard, as the 38th House sergeant-at-arms, marking the first time a Black person has served as the House's top law enforcement officer.
Texas politics taking center stage as experts say the race for governor most visible in the country
Texas politics took center stage Wednesday following the mid-term election on Tuesday.
What's Needed Now Is a Push for Peace
“When elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers,” an old African proverb teaches. Sadly, we now witness its truth in the horrors visited upon Ukraine by Russia’s invasion. The elephants – Russia and the U.S. with its NATO allies – fought over Ukraine, and now Ukrainians are paying a horrible price. As in any modern war, civilians suffer the worst casualties. Nearly 400,000 Ukrainians have already been forced from their country, refugees fleeing the violence. While sanctions may hit the Russian elites in their pocketbooks, it is young, often befuddled Russian soldiers whose lives are at risk in the face of the inspired and fierce Ukrainian resistance.
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson - Biden's Supreme Court Nod Draws Praise
Three times the Senate has confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson – twice unanimously.
Brain Tumor Treatment Options at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital
As advancements in brain surgery techniques and other therapies continue to evolve, there are more options for removing brain tumors, slowing tumor growth and preventing recurrence.
League of Women Voters of Texas Statement Regarding the March 1 Primary Election
The League of Women Voters of Texas President Grace Chimene issues statement about the March 1 primary election.
Applications Open for Inaugural Summer Legal Academy
The Office of Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Opens Applications for Inaugural Summer Legal Academy
The Office of Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee (HCAO) announces the launch of its first annual Summer Legal Academy (SLA), a legal training and educational program designed to expose high school students to the path to becoming an attorney.
Vaccine protection against Covid-19 fell substantially for children during Omicron surge
Many vaccinated kids experienced breakthrough infections during the Omicron surge, though protection against hospitalization remained stronger, a large new government-funded study found.
Travel to Hawaii during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go
If you're planning to travel to Hawaii, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Ford splits gas-powered and electric vehicle businesses but doesn't spin them off
Ford is creating two new business units, one for electric vehicles and software and another for its traditional internal combustion vehicles. These companies will report their financial results separately from the rest of Ford but they will not be spun off as entirely separate companies.
Serena Williams calls out NYTimes after paper erroneously prints photo of Venus
Serena Williams called out The New York Times Wednesday after the paper published an article about her venture fund but used a photo of her sister, Venus.
Steve Wozniak's new venture takes aim at space junk
Steve Wozniak has a new — and potentially lucrative — passion: Space junk. But the money, according to Wozniak's co-founder in this new venture, couldn't be further from the point. "I don't think Steve [Wozniak] gives a damn about making another 10 cents, and I really couldn't care less," Alex Fielding, a longtime business acquaintance of Wozniak's who will serve as CEO of the new venture, called Privateer, told CNN Business.
Fitbit recalls 1.7 million smartwatches due to burn hazard
Fitbit is recalling 1.7 million smartwatches due to a potential burn hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday.
