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Small Giants
Rockets Go On Winning Streak Using Small Ball
Houston Rockets go on winning streak using small ball.
OWN Unveils Trailer and Premiere Date for New Unscripted Relationship Series 'Love Goals'
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network unveiled today the full trailer and announced premiere date of Saturday, March 7 at 9 p.m. ET/PT for its new unscripted relationship series “Love Goals.” The series joins OWN’s popular Saturday night lineup of unscripted series that focus on love and relationships.
Lung cancer screening decision aid delivered through tobacco quitlines improves informed decision-making
Tobacco quitlines provide an effective avenue to reach people eligible for lung cancer screening
In the first comparative clinical trial of lung cancer screening decision aid versus standard educational information, researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have shown that a decision aid delivered through tobacco quitlines effectively reaches a screening-eligible population and results in informed decisions about lung cancer screening.
Houston Teen Lives Out Her Dreams With Lizzo at the Grammy’s
What were you doing at 17? Certainly not dancing on the stage at the Grammy’s for one of today’s hottest stars. That was the reality for a Sugar Land teen this past Sunday at the 62nd Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles, CA. Now she is trying to climb down from the cloud she has been floating on ever since her big moment. One day she is an average teen chasing her dreams and the next she is living them.
Kobe Bryant: Bigger Than Basketball
On a foggy Sunday morning in the hills of one of the most beautiful suburbs in LA three families were taking their daughters to play in a basketball game. Along for the ride were an assistant basketball coach and the pilot. For reasons we don’t yet know the plane crashed and everyone on board died. An entire community devastated for what was supposed to be just another afternoon ride like they have done time and time before.
Joseph "Rev Run" Simmons and Justine Simmons Open Up About Their Marriage
In a time when life feels fragile and love can seem fleeting, there are signposts reminding us that life holds immeasurable meaning and love can last a lifetime if we have vision and faith and accrue the tools to sustain what we hold dear. Joseph "Rev Run" Simmons is a living example of iconic musical accomplishment and steady business acumen, but more importantly, as he sees it, he is living example of how to live one's life in faith and love.
Mamba Out
NBA Icon Kobe Bryant and eight other passengers pass away in early morning helicopter crash in California.
I remember it like it was yesterday. June 25, 2009, I was standing in the checkout line at the Shopette in Fort Jackson, South Carolina. In my basket were candy, chips, and other products I had been tasked to get for the rest of the soldiers that were in basic training with me. Was I supposed to be there? No. But we can talk about that at a later date. As I stood in line trying not to be seen by the drill sergeants, my eyes happened to catch a glance at what was being shown on the television. Pop Icon and music legend, Michael Jackson, had passed away due to health complications.
BLK Capital Management, 100% Black-Owned, Student Run Hedge Fund & Non-Profit Hosts 2020 National Winter Conference
Conference to Culminate in Stock-Pitch Competition That Will Guide BLK Capital Management’s investing Strategy This Year
BLK Capital Management, the non-profit organization that exposes young African Americans to the field of active investment, will host its 2020 National Conference on Friday, February 28th at the JP Morgan Headquarters (270 Park Ave., New York City) and Saturday, February 29th at the JP Morgan Brooklyn Office (1 MetroTech Center #1, Brooklyn, New York), from 9 AM to 5 PM daily.
Veteran and military spouses given new opportunities
Rice’s Glasscock School partners with Schlumberger to award scholarships
A dozen spouses of veterans and active duty military personnel will be awarded scholarships to train for careers in human resources thanks to a partnership between Schlumberger and Rice University’s Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies.
Hustle Hard
Rockets get back to the basics during their current winning streak.
“We haven’t played well in a couple of weeks,” said Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni after losing to the Los Angeles Lakers last Saturday. “The only way you can get out of it is to play hard, put your head down and go forward. We can get out of this.”
The Stars At Night Are Big And Bright
Houston Athletes shine at the third annual Houston Sports Awards
On a cold and breezy night, some of Houston’s elite came out to heat up the red carpet as the third annual Houston Sports Awards were held in downtown Houston. Many great athletes such as Oilers legend Warren Moon, Olympic Gold medalist Simone Biles, University of Texas legend Vince Young and many others were in attendance. Also attending the event were Houston’s rap royalty Bun-B, Slim Thug, and Paul Wall.
Beyond the Rhetoric: This Time We are Going to Costa Rica
In our quest to unite Black entrepreneurs throughout the world we have found many surprises. We, descendants of Africa, are in every corner of this earth. One of our first excursions was the gigantic nation of Brazil. That was the “jackpot” on the first try. Brazil is over 53% Black and only Nigeria has a greater Black population than this nation.
Brentwood School is pleased to present "It's Our Turn: Young Women's Conference at Brentwood School"
Created by Brentwood Girls for Young Women Everywhere Featuring Lisa Ling, Tanika Ray, Iskra, Gabi Fresh, Susan Feniger, Jess Weiner, Amani al-Khatahtbeh, Gloria Rico Hann, Ibtihaj Muhammad, Monique Lhuillier, Deja Foxx, Syncopated Ladies
5 Signs That You’re Entering Menopause
Menopause is a natural part of aging for women, but there is no predictable pattern or timeline for the symptoms, doctors say.
When Adversity Hits
Rockets look for ways to improve after losing 4 out of 5 games.
Sometimes in the midst of trying to find yourself and come to a point of peace and tranquility, you lose yourself to adversity. There will be some trials and tribulations that will come before you can finally reach that place in your life where no problem is worth stressing over.
NFL Championship Weekend
“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness,” excerpt from a Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens.
“Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick” by Zora Neale Hurston, edited with an introduction by Genevieve West, foreword by Tayari Jones
Everybody has that place. You know, that place where everyone knows you, they know what you want, and they get it for you before your coat’s half off. It’s where you can catch up on gossip and good news, where you take shelter and get sympathy. In “Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick” by Zora Neale Hurston, you also get a front seat.
The Comeback 2
Houston brings back old memories for Oiler fans after losing to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Divisional Game 51-31
In 1996, Bud Adams decided that his time was up here in Houston and moved the team to Tennessee. He had been battling the city for a new stadium and when he didn’t get it, he loaded the U-Haul truck and headed to Nashville. In that truck was all the team history that had accumulated over the years since the team became a charter member in the American Football League in the 1960s.
Fried Chicken & Bubbles, Tacos & Tequila, and the Joy of Cooking
NOWFE Announces robust line-up of Labs and Experiences for 2020 event
The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience presents its lineup of Labs and Experiences as part of the 28th annual event which takes place March 18 - 22. Throughout the 5-day event, NOWFE will present more than a dozen wine and food labs and unique, hands-on experiences. In addition to the labs and experiences, NOWFE will also host its Wine Dinners, Royal Street Stroll, Vinola, Grand Tastings, After Party, Tournament of Rosés and Burlesque Brunch.
Be Your Own Valentine: Seven Ways to Tap into Your "Love-Power" and Change Your Life
Romantic love is great and all, but "love-power" is far more potent—and it's something we all possess, regardless of our relationship status. Karen McGregor teaches you how to give yourself the best Valentine Day's present ever: a path to unlocking pure love-power.
