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Amid natural disaster, what can leaders do to help?

When faced with natural or unnatural disaster, leaders can take action by building teamwork skills, fostering open communication, supporting affected team members, and leading by example, according to a new article from psychologists at Rice University.

Construction employment increases in 281 metros from October 2017 to October 2018]

Construction employment grew in 281, or 78 percent, out of 358 metro areas between October 2017 and October 2018, declined in 43 and was unchanged in 34, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by the …

Minimum wage hikes may harm child health, says Baker Institute expert

Arkansas and Missouri will increase their minimum wage as a result of midterm election initiatives, and additional ballot measures are in the works in other states for 2020.

The United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Deal Benefits Patients

After more than a year of negotiations, the United States recently struck a new trade deal with Canada and Mexico. The deal was well worth the wait.

Academic and Behavior School Staff Know the Importance of CPR Training

Many people don’t think they will ever have to use cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), but having the training will help save someone’s life.

U.S. Policymakers and Advocates for Latinos Honored in D.C.

Last night, November 28, the National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) was privileged to honor extraordinary advocates and policymakers for their continued leadership and invaluable contributions to the Latino community at its 9th annual D.C. Impact Awards Reception at the National …

Eli Lilly Announces Lilly Diabetes Solutions Center to Assist People With Insulin Affordability

The American Diabetes Association estimates that over 30 million Americans are affected by diabetes and is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. In the African American population, studies show that we are disproportionately affected by diabetes …

US calls for release of young Americans trapped in China ahead of G20

Ahead of a high stakes meeting between Chinese and US leaders at the G20 summit in Buenos Aires, a top US security official has demanded the release of two young Americans who say they've been prevented from leaving China.

Wembley to host historic match for world's most successful LGBT club

Over the top challenges, elbows, spitting, constant name calling and homophobic songs sung in their faces.

Kremlin confirms Trump-Putin G20 meet amid Russia-Ukraine tensions

A meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will go ahead on Saturday on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Argentina, the Kremlin said Thursday.

Magnus Carlsen beats Fabiano Caruana to win World Chess Championship

A quick handshake and it was over. After 20 days and over 50 hours of play, finally there was a result.

Trump's aggressive bid to define Mueller's end game

President Donald Trump is sending an unmistakable and daringly public message to his jailed ex-campaign chairman, Paul Manafort, that his defiance of special counsel Robert Mueller could eventually see him walk free from jail.

Trump calls Cohen 'very weak' in wake of former lawyer's new guilty plea

President Donald Trump reacted to the news that Michael Cohen pleaded guilty to making false statements to Congress about the Russia investigation, calling his former lawyer "very weak."

Michael Cohen pleads guilty, says he lied about Trump's knowledge of Moscow project

President Donald Trump spoke with Michael Cohen more extensively about the proposed Trump Tower project in Moscow than Cohen previously told Congress, Cohen admitted in federal court Thursday.

Obama Says “Dysfunction” Under Trump Is Hurting US Security, Prosperity On Visit to Houston

Former President Barack Obama visited Houston last night. He spoke at Rice University’s Baker Institute at an event marking the think tank’s 25th anniversary.