‘Sorry for throwing grenades in your cellar.’ The unusual fate of the first house liberated in D-Day beach landings
Their target was an elegant, two-story villa sitting solitary on a misty beach. No houses stood nearby, just minefields, military pillboxes and enemy machine gun posts.
Biden to meet with Zelensky in Normandy and at next week’s G7, White House says
President Joe Biden will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky while he is in Normandy, France, according to White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan.
Biden aims to deepen transatlantic ties with trip to France for D-Day, state visit amid Ukraine crisis
US President Joe Biden touched down in Paris on Wednesday for a trip marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day and engaging in a state visit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron.
Black World War II medic who treated wounded soldiers on D-Day awarded posthumous Distinguished Service Cross
A Black medic credited with treating many wounded soldiers on D-Day has been posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland announced Monday.
Letter of a Lifetime: 105-year-old Jewish WWII veteran reflects on letter he wrote using Hitler’s personal stationery
Today is the 80th anniversary of D-Day — marking the beginning of the end of World War II. It’s estimated less than 1% of the 16 million Americans who served in the conflict are still alive. 7s Karen Hensel introduces …
King Charles travels to mark D-Day anniversary while Prince William takes greater role
Britain’s King Charles III embarked on his first overseas trip since being diagnosed with cancer, traveling across the English Channel for commemorations marking the 80th anniversary of the 1944 D-Day Landings in Normandy.
GM Elevates Baris Cetinok and Dave Richardson to Lead Software and Services Organization
In a bold move towards its tech-forward future, General Motors (GM) has announced the promotion of Baris Cetinok and Dave Richardson to helm its Software and Services organization. As GM drives innovation in electric, autonomous, and connected vehicles, these seasoned …
Improving Child Welfare to Help Kids Heal and Thrive in Early Education Years
We must ensure they have the nurturing relationships, stable homes, and access to mental health services they need to thrive socially, emotionally, mentally, physically, and academically as they grow and develop.
Loving and Embracing the Differences in Our Youngest Learners
Yet our responsibility to all parents and society at large means we must do more to share insights, especially with underserved and under-resourced communities. The following is some of our best thinking for families embracing the uniqueness of young children …
Empowering Communities: Participate in the 2024 Sharing the Sun Survey
Houston, we have a bright opportunity! The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is once again calling on community solar developers to contribute to the future of solar energy. By participating in NREL’s annual Sharing the Sun data collection, you can …
Reshuffling of Power: Sheryl Scott Taylor’s Transition from District 146 to 147 Underlines Political Dynamics
In a dynamic twist of political careers, Sheryl Scott Taylor, the former Chief of Staff to Texas State Representative Shawn Thierry (D-146), has been hired by State Rep. Jolanda Jones (D-147) following her departure from Thierry’s office. This move comes …
Looking to Thrive in Life? Register for FLOURISH Conference 2024!
Join Pastor Byron C. Stevenson, First Lady Sonya Stevenson and The Fort Bend Church Family at the FLOURISH Conference 2024, a transformative gathering focused on Faith, Family, and Finances, from July 31 to August 2, 2024. This groundbreaking conference is …
Boosting Homeownership: NAREB's Down Payment Assistance Programs for Black Consumers
For many Black consumers and first-time homebuyers, saving for a down payment can be a daunting challenge. While many families and individuals can manage monthly mortgage payments, the upfront resources for a down payment are often lacking. Fortunately, crucial programs …
Nature is For ALL of Us
When Rodney Smith’s uncle invited him to go to Sedona for a hike, Rodney, who is Black, said to himself, “Hiking? That sounds like something white people do.” Rodney went on the hike. And it changed his life.
Rodney Ellis and Harris County Commissioners Push for $15 Minimum Wage for County Employees and Contractors
In a landmark decision today, Rodney Ellis and the Harris County Commissioners Court approved a proposal to raise the minimum wage for all county employees and contractors to $15 an hour. This initiative, spearheaded by Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner …

