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More than Skiing: A Cultural Adventure at the 2025 NBS Ski Summit

When the snow begins to fall, and the mountains of Keystone, Colorado glisten under the winter sun, there's one event that stands out above the rest—the 2025 National Brotherhood of Skiers (NBS) Ski Summit. But this isn’t just any ski …

FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston: The Countdown Begins with Upgrades, Safety Plans, and a Billion-Dollar Boost

500 DAYS OUT! The world’s biggest sporting event is heading to H-Town! In just 500 days, Houston will take center stage as one of the host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026. This monumental event will unite fans from …

Houston Public Library Honors Black History with Month-Long Celebration

February is a time to reflect, celebrate, and uplift the powerful legacy of Black history—and the Houston Public Library (HPL) is rolling out the red carpet for an unforgettable Black History Month experience! With a diverse lineup of events ranging …

Sisters Network® Inc. Relaunches Teens4Pink® Program with a Game-Changing Mobile App

Sisters Network® Inc. (SNI), the nation’s only African American breast cancer survivorship organization with over 25 survivor-run affiliate chapters, has taken its groundbreaking Teens4Pink® program to the next level. With the unveiling of an innovative mobile app, now available nationwide …

Top 4 Diseases Impacting Black Women: A Call for Awareness and Action

While life expectancy is increasing for some Black women, it still lags behind that of their white female counterparts. This disparity raises important questions: why is this happening, and how can we address it?

Celebrating Excellence: The Black Art in America

Houston, get ready to immerse yourself in an unparalleled celebration of African American artistry and cultural legacy. On February 1-2, 2025, the Houston Museum of African American Culture will host the much-anticipated Black Art in America (BAIA) Fine Art Print …

Michelle Obama to skip Trump inauguration

Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend Donald Trump’s inauguration next week, her office said Tuesday, without providing an explanation for her decision.

What MLK knew that today’s progressives keep forgetting

Late one Friday night, a young man trudged into his kitchen while his wife and infant daughter slept. He heated a cup of coffee and paced the floor. When he placed the cup on his table, his hands trembled

Support the NAACP Houston Branch: An Evening at The Ensemble Theatre

Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with culture, history, and the powerful art of storytelling! The NAACP Houston Branch’s Armed Services & Veterans Affairs Committee is proud to invite you to a special preview performance of the award-winning military …

Congressman Sylvester Turner Swearing-In Ceremony

Before being sworn in as Congressman Sylvester Turner, representing Houston’s 18th Congressional District, Rep. Turner held a Pre-Swearing-In Reception. The next day Turner officially became a member of Congress.

Congressman Sylvester Turner Swearing-In Ceremony

Before being sworn in as Congressman Sylvester Turner, representing Houston’s 18th Congressional District, Rep. Turner held a Pre-Swearing-In Reception. The next day Turner officially became a member of Congress.

Congressman Sylvester Turner Swearing-In Ceremony

Before being sworn in as Congressman Sylvester Turner, representing Houston’s 18th Congressional District, Rep. Turner held a Pre-Swearing-In Reception. The next day Turner officially became a member of Congress.

Biden Honors 18 Visionaries with Presidential Medals of Freedom: A Celebration of Democracy and Legacy

In a poignant and inspirational ceremony at the White House, President Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 18 remarkable individuals, highlighting their immense contributions to society, culture, and democracy. With an East Room filled with admiration and …

Exonerating Marcus Garvey: A Pressing Call for Justice in Delaware

On January 2, 2025, Wilmington, Delaware, will become a pivotal stage for justice as The Center for Global Africa (CGA) and Delaware’s Diaspora Leadership unite to demand President Joe Biden exonerate one of history’s most influential Pan-African leaders, Marcus Mosiah …

Jay-Z’s attorney says rape claim against him is made up: ‘This never happened’

Jay-Z’s lawyer Alex Spiro told reporters in New York on Monday that allegations from a woman who has accused the hip-hop mogul of sexually assaulting her with Sean “Diddy” Combs back in 2000 are untrue.