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Will the Royal Wedding boost the UK economy?

It's a favorite tabloid newspaper headline: The Royal Wedding will bring a HUGE boost to the economy. Parts of the British press have been confidently suggesting Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's nuptials on Saturday will benefit the country's economy to the tune of hundreds of millions of pounds.

Free Admission and Daylong Activities at the National Civil Rights Museum's King Holiday Celebration

The Museum emphasizes voting, the U.S. Census and service during the national holiday.

On the national holiday, January 20, the National Civil Rights Museum will remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a special celebration. The museum is open extended hours and King Day admission will be free for all guests, thanks to the support of FedEx.

Federal judge rules male-only draft is unconstitutional

A federal judge who ruled the Selective Service System's men-only registration unconstitutional late Friday rejected the reasoning of a 1981 Supreme Court decision, opting for the recent women's rights rationale of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the contemporary court.

A unique website gives fine artists and art lovers the opportunity to help families in desperate need

PostandPaint.com is a win for artists, homeowners and most importantly for the needy

The worldwide pandemic has changed our lives. “I felt badly for the many artists who abruptly lost their sales venues,” says business owner Robin Kocina, whose husband Lonny is an artist as well as her business partner. As a nonprofit board member, Kocina is also keenly aware that charitable organizations around the world are pleading for funds. Meanwhile, she observed that Americans have become more focused on home and making memories with family, a trend she wants to nurture and support.

Will the Next American Idol Be From Houston?

American Idol Auditions Happening in Houston Today

Following the success of the first season of American Idol on ABC, which crowned Iowa-native Maddie Poppe on its May 21 grand finale, America's beloved singing competition series is in Houston for American Idol auditions. The nationwide search for the next superstar in Houston is today, September 4th at George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX 77010 as the Idol Bus jumps into gear across America, offering hopefuls the chance to audition for American Idol 2018-2019 and a shot at superstardom.

Amateur golfer hits three holes-in-one on the same day

Amateur Ali Gibb enjoyed a trip to the golf course that Tiger Woods could only dream of earlier this week, hitting three holes-in-one on the same day.

Beyond the Rhetoric: Congressional Black Caucus – Warriors or Wimps?

Let us start this by looking at the stated goals of the Congressional Black Caucus. According to Wikipedia: “The caucus describes its goals as ‘positively influencing the course of events pertinent to African Americans and others of similar experience and situation’, and ‘achieving greater equity for persons of African descent in the design and content of domestic and international programs and services.”

NABJ Names Karen Attiah 2019 Journalist of the Year

Washington Post Global Opinions Editor to be Honored at #NABJ19

“Bold, fearless and timely” are words used by fellow journalists to describe the work of Karen Attiah, the 2019 National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Journalist of the Year.

Beyond the Rhetoric: Meet National Black Chamber of Commerce in Atlanta

The NBCC is dedicated to economically empowering and sustaining African American communities through entrepreneurship and capitalistic activity within the United States and the Black Diaspora. NBCC provides resources to support the development of startups and established minority & women owned businesses.

Kamala Harris' best ratings come from African-Americans and liberal Democrats, but she remains unknown to many

As Sen. Kamala Harris of California kicks her 2020 Democratic presidential run into a higher gear with a massive campaign announcement in Oakland, a trip to Iowa and a CNN town hall Monday night, her positive favorability numbers with some core Democratic groups could elevate her from just an up-and-coming candidate to the main contender.

Has America Come Any Closer to King's Dream?

Last weekend marked the 53d anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King's assassination. Over half a century. Has America come any closer to his dream?

We Can't Afford to Let Hate and Lies Win Again

When Payton Gendron, an 18-year-old white teenager opened fire on shoppers in the Tops supermarket in Buffalo, N.Y., on Saturday, he knew exactly who he was aiming at - African Americans. Ten were murdered and three wounded in the attack, 11 of the victims were Black.

Chinese island plans to ban sales of fossil fuel-powered vehicles by 2030

The island of Hainan in southern China plans to ban the sale of fossil fuel-powered vehicles by 2030, aiming to become the first province in the country to do so, according to provincial authorities.

Kansas set to become first state to let voters weigh in on abortion in post-Roe US

Kansas on Tuesday will become the first state in the nation to let voters weigh in on abortion since the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

Politicians want to ban more books. Austin's library system is celebrating them instead

At the Austin Public Library in Texas, banned books are hot for the summer. In partnership with BookPeople, Texas' largest independent bookstore, the library has been hosting a "Banned Camp" to celebrate free speech amid increasing pressure to restrict access to certain content.

David Beckham's 'status as a gay icon will be shredded' if he continues as Qatar World Cup ambassador says British comedian

David Beckham's "status as a gay icon will be shredded" if the former England captain and Manchester United star continues in his role as a Qatar World Cup ambassador said British comedian Joe Lycett on Sunday.

5 people killed in a 'horrendous' condo shooting in Canada, police say

Five people were killed in a shooting at a condominium in a Toronto suburb Sunday night, police said, a "terrible" crime that came amid Canada's efforts to tighten its gun control laws.

The true meaning of Christmas

In this last week before Christmas, millions of people across the world are preparing to celebrate. Families will gather; music will be in the air. Christmas has become a holiday, a time for exchanging presents and cards, for seeing friends and family. It is a commercial bonanza, with people straining their budgets to buy gifts, and merchants rolling out bargains to lure people to spend more. For too many, it is a difficult time, particularly for the cold and hungry, those separated from families, those alone or imprisoned or sick.

Chit, Chat & Chew

Before you can market, sell or even open a business, you must be vigilant in honing your leadership skills. I am Joi Beasley, a Houston business owner for the last 16 years. Houston has so many great programs that teach us to how to sell, market, operate, purchase, accounting, finance, etc. all the elements of doing business. What I have found there are a lot assumptions about small business owners, their #2s, CEOs and the C-Suite. The assumption is they were taught to lead. Leading is a lifelong learning journey that has to grow and develop as our businesses grow and develop.

Enter Lottery For Your Chance to Win $10 Hamilton Tickets

ANNOUNCING #HAM4HAM LOTTERY IN HOUSTON 40 TICKETS FOR EVERY PERFORMANCE $10 EACH

Producer Jeffery Seller and Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center announced today a digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show’s first performance (February 22) in Houston at the Hobby Center.

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