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Rite Aid is closing nearly 100 stores as part of its bankruptcy. See the list

Rite Aid, which had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, is now preparing to shed almost 100 stores nationwide as part of its restructuring efforts.

Shannen Doherty, in fight for her life with cancer, gets standing ovation at 90s Con

Shannen Doherty was showered with love over the weekend. The actress reunited with some of her “Beverly Hills 90210” costars for a 90s Con panel in Tampa, Florida.

Higher rates of lung cancer in women are a mystery for researchers

More young and middle-aged women are being diagnosed with lung cancer at a higher rate than men, and scientists are struggling to understand why, new research shows. Awareness of the disease’s effects on women is lacking, experts say, and the ...

FDA plans to propose ban on hair-straightening chemical products linked to health risks

The US Food and Drug Administration is planning to propose a ban on certain hair-straightening products, such as chemical relaxers and pressing products, that have been linked to health risks, according to an entry in the Unified Agenda, which lists ...

CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid are closing thousands of stores. Here’s why

Drugstore chains for decades saturated US cities, suburbs and small towns with new stores. Drugstore chains for decades saturated US cities, suburbs and small towns with new stores.

WTF?! The Basic Witch Taco

Velvet Taco, the innovative culinary pioneer celebrated for its bold and delectable taco innovations, is conjuring something truly exceptional for Halloween. The brand's skilled culinary team has crafted the "Basic Witch," a limited-time WTF (Weekly Taco Feature) designed to embrace ...

Taraji P. Henson and The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation Launch “Joy Joints!” A National Campaign In Recognition of World Mental Health

BLHF Joy Joints: A Month-Long Celebration Addressing the Surgeon General's Warning on Loneliness and Isolation, Aiming for 100,000 Hours of Joy and One Million Dollars for Free Mental Health Services

Megan Thee Stallion Joins The #BlackGirlJoyChallenge for Mental Health

The #BlackGirlJoyChallenge launches on the “International Day of the Girl Child” and seeks to spread JOY to inspire the mental, social, emotional and overall well-being for Black girls and gender-expansive youth in the south. Application submissions open from October 11 ...

Mayor Sylvester Turner Lauds the Triumphant Evolution of MBK Houston

In a heartwarming event today, Mayor Sylvester Turner took to the stage to magnify the monumental strides made by My Brother’s Keeper Houston (MBKH) during his stewardship spanning eight impactful years. The event was further illuminated by the introduction of ...

Midtown Dessert Bar, Sugar Frk, Launches Fun, Interactive Events for National Dessert Month

Sugar Frk , the captivating new dessert café and bar in Houston's Post Midtown Square, is celebrating National Dessert Month with the introduction of new interactive events that bring people and families together to share the joyful experience of creating ...

Velvet Taco Introduces New "Taco Tuesday All Day Happy Hour"

Velvet Taco, the beloved taco joint renowned for its inventive and mouthwatering taco creations, announces the launch of its Taco Tuesday All Day Happy Hour, every Tuesday beginning October 10th, 2023, for a limited time.

Recession-Proof Your Mental Health: New Book Offers Practical Insights Into Overcoming Setbacks

Individuals can’t control interest rates, inflation or market downturns, but they can control their reactions to less than ideal circumstances, says strategic consultant and business coach George R. Leonard. In his new book, How to Thrive in a Recession: “You ...

McDonald’s launches Boo Buckets on October 17 for two weeks only

Boo Buckets are back at McDonald’s just in time for spooky season! Starting on October 17, fans can get in the Halloween spirit at participating McDonald’s restaurants in the Greater Houston area with four new Halloween Happy Meal designs including: ...

Sugar Frk Dessert Bar Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Pink Doughnuts, Frosé, and Donations

Sugar Frk, an enticing new dessert café and bar nestled in the heart of Houston's Post Midtown Square, is proud to announce its commitment to Breast Cancer Awareness Month in support of The Rose Center for Breast Health Excellence.

Twisted Grilled Cheese Launches New Happy Hour Just for Kids

Twisted Grilled Cheese (TGC), the popular Gourmet Sandwich Bar and ultimate haven for cheese lovers, is introducing a fun new Happy Hour with a twist, geared just for the 10-and-under crowd!