Children’s Museum Houston gets supercharged with Black Panther, Captain Marvel and Spider-Man
Saturday, July 31, beginning at 11 a.m.
Be the action hero of your very own blockbuster. Children’s Museum Houston invites you to defeat the hot Houston weather and join us as Avengers assemble at the Museum. Capture the action as Black Panther, Captain Marvel and Spider-Man unite in a Marvel-inspired celebration. Grab your costumes and don’t forget your camera!
Auberge Unveils Immersive Art Installations
The design-led hospitality brand has partnered with the global art consultancy MassivArt to create new guest experiences that are enchanting to the eye and enriching to the mind
Auberge Resorts Collection, the leading brand of luxury, one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts, and global art agency, MASSIVart, today unveil Auberge ArtSalon, a new cultural art program featuring a series of artist residencies and immersive installations at six iconic Auberge Resorts Collection properties around the world. The partnership brings together emerging artists who will create thought-provoking, destination-driven art installations in landmark collaborations. Inspired by the one-of-a-kind property’s unique character, heritage and setting, each artwork pushes creative boundaries to highlight the aspects of discovery and expression common to the worlds of art and travel. Designed to delight and intrigue through unexpected encounters and eye-catching visuals, each invites moments of reflection, providing pause within the pause that is each guest’s stay.
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Named Honorary HBCU Executive Leadership Institute Fellow at CAU
The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative commits $1M to support nation's most diverse cohort of future HBCU leaders; Inaugural class boasts 58% women
The HBCU Executive Leadership Institute (HBCU ELI) at Clark Atlanta University, today announced its first honorary fellow, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms. Funded in large part by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI), HBCU ELI aims to serve as an incubator for recruiting and developing the next generation of leaders for over 100 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The first-of-its-kind program boasts a roster that includes 58% women, making it the nation's most diverse cohort of future HBCU leaders. CZI's $1M donation is the largest gift to HBCU ELI to date.
UniFirst Names 2021 Aldo Croatti and Ronald D. Croatti Scholarship Recipients
UniFirst Corporation (NYSE:UNF), a North American leader in the supply and servicing of uniforms, workwear, and facility service products for businesses, recently unveiled the recipients of their 2021 Aldo Croatti and Ronald D. Croatti Scholarships.
It’s Christmas in July as Houston Ballet Launches Single Tickets for its Fall Performances
The Public Can Now Reserve Seats for The Nutcracker and The Margaret Alkek Williams Jubilee of Dance
Houston Ballet prepares for the gift of live theater with its onsale of single tickets for fall performances, The Nutcracker and The Margaret Alkek Williams Jubilee of Dance, at 11 a.m. Monday, July 26, 2021.
Amazon posted a crypto job. Bitcoin surged 14%
Amazon listed a job opening for a digital currency and blockchain product lead, sending cryptocurrencies soaring Monday.
Anna Kiesenhofer is a math genius who just pulled off one of the biggest shocks in Olympics history
Nobody was speaking about Anna Kiesenhofer ahead of the Tokyo 2020 women's road race, but they certainly are now.
Issa Rae is married
We may still be waiting to see who (if anyone) her character on "Insecure" ends up with, but in real life, Issa Rae is now a married woman.
In these 2 states, every county is listed as 'high transmission' for Covid-19
Florida and Arkansas currently share a grim distinction when it comes to the spread of the coronavirus. Every one of the two state's counties is now listed as having "high" levels of community transmission, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Students, nonprofits plant fruit trees in 'food desert'
Fruit trees were planted at Tenth Street Elementary School on Friday morning as part of an effort to feed families, help the environment, and be extra teaching tools.
Overdose deaths up during pandemic
Fueled by the pandemic, Los Angeles County is seeing a marked increase in deaths linked to accidental drug overdoses, according to a new report.
Goldman Sachs slashes US economic growth forecast over weaker spending on services
Goldman Sachs slashed its forecast for US economic activity in the second half of the year, pointing to sluggish consumer spending on services as well as the threats posed by the Covid-19 Delta variant.
The 'Dexter' revival trailer is here
"Dexter" is back. Showtime released the first trailer for the revival of the show, which will premiere in November. It will be a 10-episode limited series.
Man gets 50 yrs for killing, dismembering wife
A Des Moines man convicted of killing and dismembering his wife last year was sentenced to 50 years in prison. Datron Simmons was sentenced Friday. His sentence requires him to serve 35 years behind bars.
Why Macron's 'Covid pass' wouldn't fly in the US
French President Emmanuel Macron has had enough. His government has introduced an expanded "health pass" scheme for those who want to visit restaurants and bars, take long train trips and to get on a plane from August. The pass requires proof of full vaccination, a recent negative Covid-19 test or evidence of recent recovery from the disease. It has already stirred mass protests and claims that the French President is taking on powers with dictatorial overtones that crush basic freedoms.
US to keep existing Covid-related travel restrictions
The White House has decided to maintain existing coronavirus travel restrictions amid surging cases triggered by the Delta variant, a White House official told CNN Monday.
Tattoo artist donates proceeds to family after deadly fire
A Kansas City tattoo artist is using his time and talent to help a Northland family after a devastating tragedy.
Dariaz Higgins sentenced to life in prison for 2019 killing of Sierra Robinson
A Milwaukee man who pleaded guilty to killing his 2-year-old child’s mother learned his fate Monday, July 26.
Neighbors hoping alligator living in retention pond is gone for good
After making itself a little too comfortable, a more than 8 foot alligator hopefully finding a new home away from Stonegate Estates in Gulf Shores.
Deputies searching for missing, endangered teen
The Yamhill County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's help locating a teenage boy who is considered missing and endangered.
