If Trump loses his tariff lawsuit, America may have to refund businesses more than $200 billion
The majority of the sweeping tariffs President Donald Trump imposed during his second term face one final litmus test that will determine whether he can continue to levy them – and also whether businesses are eligible for massive refunds.
The battle for Pepsi’s future has begun
PepsiCo is losing the soda wars to Coca-Cola. That’s nothing new. But after it fell into third place behind Dr Pepper, a heavyweight activist investor said Tuesday that the company needs a drastic shakeup.
‘SNL’ announces cast additions, including ‘Please Don’t Destroy’ standout and TikTokers
“Saturday Night Live” is bulking up its ranks following a string of departures. The long-running sketch show on Monday announced five new people were being added to the cast as so-called feature players – Tommy Brennan, Jeremy Culhane, Ben Marshall, Kam Patterson and Veronika Slowikowska.
Using the phone while you poop greatly raises hemorrhoid risk, new study says
There’s nothing like shutting the bathroom door, maybe even locking it and hiding away from one’s family, even just for a few minutes. The toilet has long been a sanctuary to catch up on some light reading and, for the harried parent, a spot for some rare “me time.” But the amount of toilet time has become a more pressing medical issue as people shift from reading physical books and magazines to endlessly scrolling on their smartphones.
Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani dies aged 91
Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91, the Armani Group announced on Thursday. The designer is credited over his decades of practice with curating a quintessentially Italian aesthetic in his clothes, as well as taking Hollywood’s red carpets to new heights.
Hyundai Hope on Wheels Marks 27 Years with Record $277 Million Commitment to Childhood Cancer Research
Hope shined brightly at the Washington National Cathedral this week as Hyundai Hope on Wheels® commemorated its 27th anniversary gala, announcing a landmark $27 million pledge for 2025 and surpassing an extraordinary $277 million in lifetime donations dedicated to fighting childhood cancer.
Walk with Dr. Chi Brings Mental Health Awareness and Movement Together This September
Join Dr. Chi this September for an inspiring walk that combines movement with a mission—bringing greater awareness to mental health. This community event is an opportunity to come together, support one another, and take meaningful steps toward wellness in mind and body.
HHS employees demand RFK Jr. resign for ‘compromising the health of this nation’
More than 1,000 current and former employees of the US Department of Health and Human Services wrote a letter to Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Wednesday, arguing that his leadership has “put the health of all Americans at risk” and demanding his resignation.
Federal appeals court says Trump unlawfully invoked the Alien Enemies Act for deportations
A divided federal appeals court on Tuesday said President Donald Trump’s use of the Alien Enemies Act to rapidly deport alleged Venezuelan gang members is unlawful and blocked its use in several southern states, issuing another blow to Trump’s invocation of the 18th century law.
States band together to issue public health guidance after ‘destruction’ of the CDC
Pledging communication about vaccines that will be “grounded in science, not ideology,” the governors of California, Washington and Oregon announced Wednesday they will form a West Coast Health Alliance to begin coordinating public health guidelines separate from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Chicago Residents Support More Crime Prevention but Oppose Trump’s National Guard Plan
Cedric Hawkins doesn’t take his age lightly. At 44, he’s had nine relatives killed by gun violence. “Only one of my family members made it to be in his 40s,” Hawkins said. After growing up around gangs in Chicago and having served time in prison, Hawkins now works with the anti-gun violence group Chicago CRED in part as a violence mediator, trying to stop gun violence before it has the chance to start.
The Isaiah J. Thompson Quartet Brings State-of-the-Art Jazz to Houston’s Miller Outdoor Theatre
Houston’s jazz scene is about to experience an electrifying night under the stars as DACAMERA proudly presents the Isaiah J. Thompson Quartet at Miller Outdoor Theatre. This free performance is more than a concert—it’s an invitation into the soulful, sophisticated, and deeply moving world of one of today’s most compelling young pianists.
Houston Style Magazine Proudly Sponsors the 16th Annual Gulf Coast Industry Forum
Houston Style Magazine is honored to serve as a media sponsor for one of the most influential gatherings in the energy and business landscape — the 16th Annual Gulf Coast Industry Forum (GCIF), hosted by the Economic Alliance Houston Port Region.
Kroger Seniors Discount: Extra 5% Off for 55+ on September 3
Hey Houston – today only! Seniors 55+ can enjoy an extra 5% off their entire purchase at Kroger on Wednesday, September 3.
A Seamless Pathway to Healthcare Leadership: HCC and ACE Open Doors to Master’s Degrees
Houston’s future healthcare leaders just received a powerful boost. Thanks to a groundbreaking partnership between Houston City College (HCC) Coleman College for Health Sciences and the American College of Education (ACE), students now have a clear, affordable, and accelerated pathway from a bachelor’s degree straight into a master’s—and beyond.
GM Sets August EV Sales Record as U.S. Market Surges Ahead of Tax Credit Expiration
General Motors has reached a historic milestone in its electric vehicle (EV) journey, reporting over 21,000 EVs sold in August 2025 across its Chevrolet, Cadillac, and GMC brands. The surge helped GM secure its position as the nation’s #2 EV seller, and industry analysts expect August to set an all-time U.S. EV sales record, driven by consumers eager to take advantage of federal tax credits set to expire on September 30.
A new DNA testing method could play a big role in the case against the accused Gilgo Beach killer
At the heart of the case against the man accused of the Gilgo Beach killings is DNA evidence — but the novel way that evidence was tested may now determine whether prosecutors can use it against their prime suspect, Long Island architect and family man Rex Heuermann.
Man charged with murder after a ‘ding dong ditch’ shooting leaves an 11-year-old boy dead
A Houston man is accused of killing an 11-year-old boy after a “ding dong ditch” shooting Saturday – the latest example of a trend that has left children dead.
‘Jaws’ re-release chomps away at competition, but Zach Cregger’s ‘Weapons’ tops lackluster Labor Day box office
This year’s Labor Day weekend was so sleepy for movie ticket sales that a 50-year-old shark thriller chewed up and spit out most of the competition.
Southwest Airlines’ new planes fly with barrier to protect the cockpit when the door is opened mid-flight
Southwest Airlines’ newest jets are now flying with a barrier that can protect the cockpit when pilots need to open the door during flight, according to the airline.
