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Food discarded from an H-E-B store after a power outage is rotten and unsafe to eat, officials said. Mandatory Credit: From George Morales III/Facebook
Published on February 6, 2023
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Tariffs on Mexico could cost America 400,000 jobs, a new report says
The Trump administration's expansion of the global trade war to Mexico could have harsh economic consequences for American workers — especially in Texas.
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Walmart had a blowout holiday quarter
Walmart's all-important holiday sales blew past expectations, a sign the retailer can more than hold its ground against Amazon.
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Top US national security officials call counterparts as Russia and Ukraine tensions rise
Top US national security officials have spoken with their Ukrainian counterparts, and America's top general held a call Wednesday with his Russian opposite number amid concern over Russian military activity in Crimea and eastern Ukraine, including what the US deemed a violation of a ceasefire by Moscow that led to the deaths of four Ukrainian soldiers last week.
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Oil CEOs call for 'tone shift' from White House on finger-pointing over gas prices
The oil industry pushed for an easing of tensions and a dialing back of finger-pointing from the White House during a Thursday meeting with the Energy Department as high gas prices continue to anger politicians and consumers.
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Both Parties Drug Pricing Plans Would Chill Innovation and Threaten American Lives
Since Nancy Pelosi became House Speaker in 2007, Republicans have spent an incredible amount of time and energy pushing back against her progressive policy proposals. That's why it's odd that the GOP's newest drug pricing bill is a watered-down copy of one of Pelosi's worst ideas.
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Why your dream European vacation is already booked solid
When it comes to planning a European vacation, travel industry experts have traditionally advised tourists hoping to save money and avoid crowds to visit popular destinations like Italy, France, and Spain in off-season windows, like late winter or early spring.
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Biden administration prepares to impose sanctions on Russia over Navalny poisoning and SolarWinds hack
The Biden administration is preparing to impose sanctions on Russia in the coming weeks over the poisoning and jailing of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny and the SolarWinds hack, according to two administration officials familiar with the Navalny plans and a US official familiar with the hack response discussions.
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Planet Fitness Opens New Club Location in Houston’s Greater OST/South Union Community
The new club will complement the vibrant and convenient lifestyle that Greater OST/South Union is known for
Houston Fitness Partners, LLC, a Planet Fitness franchisee operating 30+ locations in the Houston metro area, is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest club located at 6102 Scott St in Houston’s Greater OST/South Union community. The innovative health club looks forward to bringing its Judgement Free Zone®, outstanding amenities and affordable prices to Greater OST/South Union residents and providing a one-stop-shop for physical and mental wellness.
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A New Generation of African-American-Owned Bookstores; Numbers No Longer in Decline
When Troy Johnson began tracking the number of black-owned bookstores in the U.S. in 1999, there were more than 325. By 2014, that number had dwindled to 54, a decline of 83%.
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How Syria is Shuffling Trump-era Politics
The missile strike launched by President Donald Trump on an Assad regime airfield last week did little to change the deadly status quo in Syria, where government aircraft were again bombarding rebel-held Idlib province a day later.
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Officials with Blue Bell Creameries say they are combining two of your favorite flavors together. Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Ice Cream, from Blue Bell, …
Published on March 26, 2018
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Dr. Myla Bennett Presents The Official Launch Event for Pretty Rx®
Former Miss USA and “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” co-star Kenya Moore hosts the exclusive Pretty Rx® Brand Launch Event in Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, GA - January 28, 2019 - On Friday February 22, 2019, Celebrity plastic surgeon Dr. Myla Bennett will present the official launch of her new skin care line Pretty Rx “Your Prescription For Pretty Skin.” Sponsored by Bentley of Atlanta, this event will be hosted by former Miss USA and The Real Housewives of Atlanta’s, Kenya Moore. The Pretty Rx launch will host Atlanta’s elite as well as those in the medical industry. Guests will receive a luxurious experience which will include complimentary light hors d'oeuvres provided by Collette Caters, Inc., desserts by Jaxon’s, decor by Luxe Interiors & Events.
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Tide is raising prices on laundry detergent
It's going to cost you more to wash your clothes. Procter & Gamble said Wednesday that it was raising prices by an average of about 8% on retail customers next month for its Tide and Gain laundry detergents, Downy fabric softener and Bounce dryer sheets.
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Fortnite will stay blocked on Apple's app store for now. But Epic did win one important court battle
Apple will not have to reinstate Fortnite to its app store, at least for now, a federal judge ruled Monday night in a historic legal battle between the iPhone maker and the producer of one of the world's most popular video games.
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China sends first civilian astronaut to space as Shenzhou-16 blasts off
China sent its first civilian astronaut into orbit on Tuesday, as it launched the Shenzhou-16 mission to its space station for its second in-orbit crew rotation, marking another step forward for the country’s ambitious space program.
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Gas prices will fall in 2024 and Americans will spend $32 billion less on fuel, GasBuddy predicts
Gas prices will fall in 2024 for the second year in a row, according to GasBuddy projections shared exclusively with CNN.
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US economy so strong that there might not be rate cuts in 2024
2024 was supposed to be the year consumers could start breathing again.
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Texas officer charged with murder after shooting a 31-year-old Black man who tried to intervene in a dispute, attorney says
A Texas police officer stands charged with murder in the shooting of a 31-year-old Black man after a preliminary investigation determined his actions were unreasonable, authorities said.
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Macy's Donates $50,000 to Cajun Navy Ground Force and Announces Round-Up Campaign to Support Disaster Relief Efforts in Texas
Customers and colleagues are invited to round up in-store purchases to benefit Cajun Navy’s Hurricane Ida relief efforts
