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Andrew Brown Jr.'s casket is seen at his funeral at Fountain of Life Church in Elizabeth City, North Carolina on May 3. Mandatory Credit: CNN
Published on May 3, 2021
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Elizabeth Holmes, founder and CEO of Theranos, arrives at the federal courthouse for jury selection in her trial, on August 31, in San Jose, California. …
Published on September 1, 2021
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A line of cars and people wait to exit a gate at Joint base Andrews during a lockdown situation in Maryland, US on Sunday, March …
Published on March 7, 2022
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As Elizabeth Holmes reported to prison, actress Amanda Seyfried who portrayed Holmes in Emmy-winning series “The Dropout,” says the sentence is ‘fair’ Mandatory Credit: Getty …
Published on May 31, 2023
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White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities Names 2023 HBCU Scholars
The White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and Universities announces its ninth cohort of HBCU Scholars, recognizing 102 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students from 29 different states and countries for their accomplishments in academics, leadership, civic engagement and much more. The 2023 HBCU scholars are the largest cohort since the inception of this recognition program in 2014 and represent a record number of institutions, with the HBCU participation rate now over 70 percent.
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Warren vows 'hard look' at 2020 presidential run after midterms
Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren pledged on Saturday to "take a hard look" at a presidential run in 2020 after the midterm elections are over.
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Mayor Sylvester Turner Honors Outstanding Houstonians During Hispanic Heritage Month
America is a great melting pot that was built by the people who live here no matter how they got here. In that time, different groups of people made various contributions to make this country what it is today. The Hispanic Community has made significant contributions to society including building up the economy.
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The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency Hosts 7th Annual Wine Dinner
The aroma of rich and harmonious wine along with culinary delights and entertainment united more than 200 supporters and guests on the vine for The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency and its 7th Annual Wine Dinner at Tony’s on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. The Wine Dinner, presented by The Durdin Family and Parkway Family Chevrolet, Mazda and Kia, raised more than $205,000 to ensure Houston-area women and girls have free access to tools they need to be advocates for their health through classes, workshops, lectures, and publications focused on physical, mental, financial, emotional, health, and wellness.
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“The Tubman Command” by Elizabeth Cobbs c.2019, Brilliance Audio $34.99 / $51.99 Canada 10 discs, 12+ hours c.2019, Arcade $25.99 / $34.99 Canada 327 pages
Published on September 13, 2019
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Elizabeth Chambers and Armie Hammer arrive at the Oscars in March 2018 in Los Angeles. The pair have announced they are separating after 10 years …
Published on July 13, 2020
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Elizabeth Warren slams Disney for laying off thousands of workers after awarding fat executive pay packages./Credit: Allen J. Schaben/Los Angeles Times/Getty Images
Published on October 14, 2020
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This past summer, 17-year-old scout Elizabeth Fiore put those skills to the ultimate test, saving a little boy’s life. Mandatory Credit: WFTS via CNN Newsource
Published on April 1, 2024
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Elizabeth Bunch, Shawn Sides, Shawn Hamilton, Sally Wingert, and David Rainey in Alley Theatre’s Alley All New Festival workshop of Thornton Wilder’s The Emporium . …
Published on April 2, 2024
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Be Heart Smart: Science-Based Information To Help Lower The Risk Of Heart Disease
Not all signs of an impending heart attack are obvious and the subtle signs that go unnoticed can still result in a deadly outcome, adding to the tragic statistic that makes Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) the leading cause of death for men and women in America. Cardiologist Waqar Khan’s new book is a practical guide that covers everything from de-bunking common myths about the causes of heart attacks to advice on heart-healthy meals to live a healthier life.
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Kim Kardashian is studying to become a lawyer
Kim Kardashian West has legal ambitions. The reality TV star wants to take the California bar exam in 2022, she said in an interview with Vogue.
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The U.S. Supreme Court declines to revisit the landmark First Amendment decision in New York Times v. Sullivan, leaving higher bar for libel in place. …
Published on June 27, 2022
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Mary J. Blige Drops New Single “Can’t Be Life in Conjuntion with Film "Body Cam"
Mary J. Blige dropped a new single entitled “Can’t Be Life” today in conjunction with the new film, Body Cam that debuted this week on Digital platforms. The song will be available on Apple Music and Spotify and is featured over the end credits of the film.
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Houston Grand Opera Appoints Jennifer Bowman as Director of Community and Learning
2022-23 season brings exciting and enriching experiences to the Houston community
After an extensive search, Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce Jennifer Bowman as the company’s new Director of Community and Learning (formerly HGOco).
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The Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Awards $62,500 to Projects Amplifying Artistic Creativity and Innovation
The City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) is awarding $62,500 in grants to 25 individuals and nonprofit organizations for specific programs that amplify artistic creativity and innovation taking place in the City of Houston.
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Inner City Nutcracker Keeps Fine Arts Alive for Houston’s Kids
Having a vision for something that has never been done takes more than imagination. It takes passion and a can’t stop attitude. Imagination is needed so that even though no one that looks like you is doing the desire profession you can still see you, not someone that looks like you, but the actual you, not just doing it, but killing it like no other person regardless of sex or ethnicity. A passion that burns so deep and fierce that eating, sleeping, and breathing it is the bare minimum of what you do to succeed.
