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Catch ’em all but dump the fries. Pokémon fans leave McDonald’s Japan in massive food waste drama

Piles of untouched Happy Meals littered sidewalks outside McDonald’s restaurants in Japan over the weekend, as frenzied customers scrambled to buy limited-edition sets with Pokémon cards.

Houston Health Department Unveils Groundbreaking Dashboard to Combat Extreme Heat’s Toll on Health

When the summer heat in Houston hits like a wall of fire, we know it’s more than just a sweaty inconvenience—it can be a serious health hazard. Now, thanks to the Houston Health Department (HHD), Houstonians have a powerful new …

Restaurants are under threat as costs skyrocket and consumers cut back

Ike’s Chili in Tulsa, Oklahoma, has been around for 117 years, surviving a myriad of challenges like the Great Depression, the Covid-19 pandemic and a once-in-a-generation burst of inflation. But 2025 already holds an even more complicated challenge.

Taco Bell expands cult-favorite Baja Blast as it doubles down on drinks

Taco Bell’s Mountain Dew Baja Blast is getting its first permanent new flavor in two decades, the chain’s latest push into the fast-growing beverage sector.

Episcopal Health Foundation Unveils Bold Strategic Framework to Transform Texas Health by 2030

Imagine a Texas where your zip code no longer determines your lifespan, where mothers live to see their children grow, where every family has access to nutritious food, and where preventable diseases like diabetes no longer cast a shadow over …

Building Forward: Harris Health’s Virtual Coffee & Conversations Brings Big Opportunities to the Table

Grab your favorite brew and log in for a jolt of innovation, because Harris Health System is pouring out more than just coffee at its upcoming “Coffee & Conversations” session. Set for Monday, August 18, 2025, from 9:00 to 10:00 …

Here are good and bad ultraprocessed foods, according to the American Heart Association

Step aside, MAHA. The country’s largest heart-health organization has just released its long-awaited guidelines for the consumption of ultraprocessed foods, or UPFs.

Fort Bend County Health & Human Services Hosts Community Blood Drive: A Chance to Give the Gift of Life — and Ice Cream! 🍨🩸

In a heartwarming celebration of compassion and community, Fort Bend County Health & Human Services (FBCHHS) is hosting a Community Blood Drive on Wednesday, August 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and every local hero is invited.

Comfort Foodies Serves Up Back-to-School Relief with Free Kids’ Meals on School Nights

As Houston families transition from summer fun to homework, sports practices, and jam-packed weeknight routines, one beloved local restaurant is stepping up to lighten the load. Comfort Foodies, the vibrant eatery blending the soulful heart of the South with the …

Fort Bend County Unites to Save Lives: Community Blood Drive on August 8 Offers Free Gifts and Hope

Give the gift of life – donate blood and save lives!

From Viral to Mobile: PVAMU Senior Jayla Stanford Rolls Out Sweet Success with TreatsDippedByJay Food Truck

At just 21 years old, Prairie View A&M University senior Jayla Stanford is redefining what it means to be young, driven, and unstoppable. What began as a creative hustle in high school has grown into a booming dessert brand—TreatsDippedByJay—and now, …

Common allergy medication’s risks outweigh its usefulness, experts say

vqDr. Anna Wolfson says she sees dangerous misuse of the allergy medication diphenhydramine in her clinic every day.

Justin Timberlake reveals Lyme disease diagnosis

Justin Timberlake is sharing that he has been “battling some health issues” as he concludes his Forget Tomorrow World Tour, including that he was recently diagnosed with Lyme disease.

Houston Back-to-School Bash Returns to Support Students and Families

Houston’s biggest back-to-school event returns with free supplies, live entertainment, scholarships, and resources for local families.

Is the ‘fibermaxxing’ trend good for you? Yes, and here’s why

Chia seeds, goji berries, strawberries and raspberries: A TikTok user going by the name “impamibaby” is filling her pretty wooden breakfast bowl with fiber-rich foods and filming it, inspiring her audience to eat more of the nutrient she says has …