United Nations confirms hackers breached its systems earlier this year
Unidentified hackers breached computer systems at the United Nations in April and the multinational body has had to fend off related hacks in the months since, a UN spokesperson said Thursday.
This summer tied the Dust Bowl for the hottest on record in US
The summer of 2021, which produced numerous extreme weather and climate disasters, was also the hottest on record in the US and tied with the Dust Bowl summer of 1936, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Justice Department sues Texas over six-week abortion ban
The Biden Justice Department sued the state of Texas on Thursday over its new six-week abortion ban, saying the state law is unconstitutional.
Million Dollar Contract Increase COVID Vaccination Cancel By Harris County Court After Controversy
A contract to help increase COVID-19 vaccination has been canceled by Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo over controversy brought on by Republican commissioners.
Beyoncé, JAY-Z and Tiffany & Co. Create the ABOUT LOVE Scholarship Program for Students at Five Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
Following the launch of the ABOUT LOVE campaign starring The Carters, Tiffany & Co. announced details on the launch of the Tiffany & Co. About Love Scholarship program in partnership with BeyGOOD and the Shawn Carter Foundation. As part of the campaign announcement, Tiffany & Co. pledged USD $2M in scholarship funding for students in the arts and creative fields at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
Bun B's H-Town Takeover to Make Rodeo Debut
Bun B and Houston rappers to headline Rodeo’s Black Heritage Day, presented by Kroger, March 11
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo officials announced today that Bun B will make his RODEOHOUSTON debut Friday, March 11, 2022, for Black Heritage Day. His performance, known as Bun B’s H-Town Takeover, will include some of Houston’s most well-known rap icons.
Parent tracks bus driver after over an hour of driving
Janet Knaak-McLeaney tracked her grandchild's bus through Omaha Public School's Here Comes the Bus app. It shows where the bus is in real-time. Tuesday, Knaak-McLeaney said the bus seemed to drive everywhere except to the child's stop.
The California Recall and You
Next Tuesday, every registered voter in the State of California will have an opportunity to cast a vote on the question of whether to recall Governor Gavin Newsom and replace him with one of over 40 candidates on the ballot, or, vote “NO” on question number one and keep him in office for the rest of his term. You might not think this election matters to you or concerns you. You could not be more wrong, if you fail to do your part by not voting, and he is recalled,
Danny Amendola Participates In His First Practice As A Houston Texan
And just like that, the Danny Amendola era has started in Houston. The former New England Patriots star was in practice with the Houston Texans on Monday after signing a one-year, $2.5 million dollar deal.
Astros Defeat The Mariners 5-4 In Extra Innings Thanks To Some Late Clutch Hits
One night after putting up 11 runs on the scoreboard, the Houston Astros needed extra innings to finally put away the pesky Seattle Mariners. Houston defeated Seattle by a score of 5-4 in 10 innings, thanks to some timely hitting by veteran third baseman Alex Bregman and shortstop Carlos Correa.
Wells Fargo Returns as Presenting Sponsor for 2021 Leadership Institute
The Institute, now in its 21st year, is part of a larger mission to advance pathways toward economic mobility for HBCU students and intentionally diversify the future work force within corporate America
The 8th Annual Festival of African Arts, Culture and Entertainment 2021 Houston AfriFEST
Houston, the most diverse city in the U.S. will again take center stage as it pays tribute to the continent of Africa. On Saturday, October 16, 2021 the Nigerian American Multicultural Council (NAMC) will host its 8th annual Houston AfriFEST - a festival of African arts, culture, and entertainment from Noon to 6:00 p.m. on the grounds of the Houston Baptist University, located at 7502 Fondren Rd., Houston, TX 77074.
Rockets Re-Sign Anthony Lamb to Two-Way Contract
The Houston Rockets announced they have re-signed forward Anthony Lamb to a two-way contract.
How 9/11 changed travel forever
When this century began, you could pull up to the airport 20 minutes before a domestic flight in the United States and stroll straight over to your gate. Perhaps your partner would come through security to wave you goodbye. You might not have a photo ID in your carry-on, but you could have blades and liquids.
Watch a plane fly through a tunnel -- and set a Guinness World Record at the same time
Some pilots focus on flying high, but Dario Costa's success at flying low has landed him in the Guinness Book of World Records.
New 'The Talk' host Akbar Gbajabiamila shadowed Michael Strahan to prepare for the gig
Akbar Gbajabiamila is getting ready for his debut as a co-host on "The Talk."
Peppa Pig appears to have trolled Kanye West
Things just got weird. The adorable animated children's television character Peppa Pig seems to have trolled rapper Kanye West on Twitter.
TV OT: 'White Lotus' checked in this summer, but documentaries were worth checking out
While "The White Lotus" was almost surely the show of the summer, there was plenty to watch over the last few Covid-impacted months, including the Olympics, which despite a ratings downturn can still put a lump in your throat.
A scratched-up piece of New York punk rock history -- Johnny Ramone's guitar -- is up for auction
The white paint is scratched off and worn away along the sides of Johnny Ramone's electric guitar, the one he used on stage for nearly 20 years to make some of punk rock's most distinctive chords with the legendary Ramones.
Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding dies of cancer
Sarah Harding, singer with the English chart-topping band Girls Aloud, has died aged 39 following a battle with breast cancer.
