University of Houston and Rice University Launch 2024 Business Accelerator Cohort at The Ion
In a continued commitment to nurture innovation and entrepreneurship, the University of Houston and Rice University proudly announce the commencement of the 2024 cohort for their acclaimed business accelerators, RED Labs and OwlSpark. This dynamic collaboration marks the 11th year …
Revitalizing Tradition: Central Market Unveils Grand Renovation Plan for Iconic San Antonio Store
Central Market – a gourmet grocery retailer, and a division of the Texas-based H-E-B – is excited to announce an extensive renovation of its cherished Broadway store in San Antonio. This renovation is set to redefine the shopping adventure for …
Houston Entrepreneurs: Unlock Growth Opportunities with Comcast RISE Program
Comcast has announced the inclusion of Houston among five cities eligible for the esteemed Comcast RISE program, offering invaluable support to small businesses in Southeast Texas. With a commitment to fostering local economic resilience and community empowerment, Comcast RISE will …
Comcast RISE Program Offers Small Business Grants in Houston and Four Other Cities
Comcast's Comcast RISE program is offering grants to small businesses in Houston and four other cities
Protein ice cream company wins 2024 Rice Business Plan Competition
Ice cream company Protein Pints took home the grand prize at the 2024 Rice Business Plan Competition (RBPC) April 6 as the best student ventures from top universities across the world competed for prizes in front of nearly 350 angel, …
McDonald’s buys 225 of its Israeli franchise restaurants amid damage from Middle East turmoil
McDonald’s will buy 225 of its franchise restaurants in Israel, it announced Thursday, just weeks after saying that the Israel-Hamas war was hurting its business.
How Tesla and its Chinese competitor compare, in 4 charts
In 1995, metallurgy graduate Wang Chuanfu founded BYD, a small Chinese company focused on producing rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries more cheaply than Japanese competitors.
Rainforest Cafe Celebrates 30 Wild Years of Adventure
Prepare for an epic celebration as Rainforest Cafe commemorates three decades of unforgettable dining experiences in its vibrant, tropical oasis! Guests are cordially invited to revel in the festivities and indulge in a delectable array of new menu offerings, throwback …
Europe opens competition probes covering Chinese solar panel makers over subsidies
The European Union has launched investigations into two groups of companies that include Chinese solar panel makers in the latest salvo against what it suspects is unfair competition from China’s vast manufacturing sector.
Bob Iger prevails in Disney’s boardroom showdown; battle leaves him unscathed
The battle for the future of Disney is about to reach its epic conclusion.
Elon Musk’s X names new head of safety, more than a year after former safety leader’s exit
Elon Musk’s social media platform X on Tuesday announced it’s hiring a new head of safety as it faces ongoing scrutiny over the spread of hateful speech, conspiracy theories and other controversial content on the platform.
You can buy electric luxury SUV for $25,000 now - might be a catch
For sale: A brand new luxury electric SUV for the holy-grail price of $25,000. There just might be a slight catch.
DeSantis-Disney fight reaches settlement
A years-long fight between Disney and Florida is set to end after the two parties agreed to a settlement.
Why Costco’s hot dog is still $1.50 when everything has gotten so expensive
Inflation has touched nearly everything these last few years — even Trader Joe’s 19-cent bananas. But Costco is holding the line on its hot dog-soda combo price.
Visa and Mastercard agree to $30 billion settlement; lowers merchant fees
Two of the world’s largest credit card networks, Visa and Mastercard, as well as the banks that issue cards with them, agreed to settle a decadeslong antitrust case brought upon by merchants.
