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Eric Tse, 24, just became a billionaire overnight
He's 24 years old. He parties with Rihanna and Bella Hadid. He watches basketball games with Yao Ming.
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This Applebee's dessert got a shout-out in a popular song. Now the chain is bringing it back
The Oreo Cookie Shake is coming back to Applebee's, thanks to country singer Walker Hayes and his song "Fancy Like."
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Accountability: An Insurrectionist Removed From Office
A New Mexico judge has done the country a big favor. Judge Francis Mathew upheld a little-known provision of the U.S. Constitution and removed a public official for participating in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection. I hope other judges have the courage to follow his lead.
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Justice Thomas renews attacks on landmark First Amendment decision in fiery dissent
Justice Clarence Thomas on Tuesday renewed his yearslong attack on a landmark First Amendment decision, with the conservative jurist again calling for the Supreme Court to revisit the “flawed” ruling in the 1964 case.
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Spelman College Awards Scholarships for LGBTQ Advocates via Levi Watkins Jr. Scholars Program
Spelman College, an all girls HBCU, announced this week a new scholarship program for students of the school who advocate for LGBTQ issues. The Levi Watkins Jr. Scholars Program “will call attention to the importance of making visible the courageous and significant work of LGBTQ scholar activists within and beyond the academy, especially at HBCUs,” Spelman professor and alumna Beverly Guy-Sheftall said.
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African American Civil War Museum Announces the "Museum Passport to Freedom Festival: Back to School"
Innovative, interactive program designed to engage students, educators
The African American Civil War Museum announces its second Museum Passport to Freedom Festival welcoming students back to school on August 19, 2017 from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
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Cornyn: Senate Set to Pass VA Reform Bill Today
‘Last week, President Trump signed into law a bipartisan bill which gives our veterans a preference when it comes to being hired for law enforcement jobs here in America.’
Last week, President Trump signed into law a bipartisan bill which gives our veterans a preference when it comes to being hired for law enforcement jobs here in America.’ ‘And the Leader mentioned another important bipartisan bill, and this has to do with reforming the Department of Veterans Affairs.’ ‘This is another good example of a bipartisan bill that will be signed into law shortly and, I think, represents real progress for people who deserve it most.’
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Target Testing Next-Day Delivery
This summer, Target said it will let some of its customers order common household products like laundry detergent, paper towels, granola bars and coffee and have them delivered the following day to their doorsteps.
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Mark Cuban Supports NABJ's COVID-19 Relief Efforts
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) and the NABJ Sports Task Force is pleased to announce that Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has contributed $100,000 toward the NABJ COVID-19 Relief Fund to assist both sports and non-sports journalists whose jobs have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Governor Appoints Student Regent from Tarleton State University
Gov. Greg Abbott has appointed Cahlen Cheatham the next student regent for The Texas A&M University System.
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Intruder caught taking a nap in the Governor’s Mansion
How did an intruder manage to get into the Governor's Mansion and make himself at home?
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Meijer and Huggies® Partner to Donate Up to 400,000 Diapers to the National Diaper Bank Network
During the month of March, for each pack of Huggies purchased at Meijer, Huggies will donate a day's worth of diapers to the national nonprofit, National Diaper Bank Network, up to 400,000 diapers total
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Damien Chazelle shows support for WGA strike at Venice Film Festival
The 2023 Venice Film Festival kicked off Wednesday amid the ongoing writers’ and actors’ strikes in the entertainment industry.
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Athens-Clarke County mayor addresses safety concerns/immigration, after death of college student
Athens-Clarke County officials are addressing safety concerns and immigration policies Wednesday morning as the community mourns the loss of Augusta University nursing student Laken Riley.
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Living Naturally In a Chemical World for Better Health
Taking care of our bodies naturally is not becoming a trend, but it is instead evolving into a necessity as studies are linking more diseases to chemical-containing products that we use every day. Psyche Terry, CEO and founder of intimate apparel and natural skin and hair care company, UI Global Brands, understands this and is making sure her growing clientele is able to purchase dependable products that suit their natural lifestyle.
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JAY-Z Announces 4:44 Tour
31-city Tour Has Stop in Houston
Continuing its commitment to bring fans closer to their favorite artists, TIDAL members will have access to a special presale beginning on Monday, July 10th at 12:00pm ET. Members can find details for purchasing tickets at TIDAL.com.
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Tennessee Performing Arts Center and Nashville Public Television partner to broadcast 'Walk Together Children: The 150th Anniversary of the Fisk Jubilee Singers' on Oct. 3
Inspired by the 150th Anniversary of the Fisk Jubilee Singers® and the opportunity to share the ensemble's rich artistry and cultural significance beyond Nashville, the nonprofit Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) and Nashville Public Television (WNPT), Nashville's independent nonprofit PBS station serving Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky, are partnering to present Walk Together Children: The 150th Anniversary of the Fisk Jubilee Singers to PBS member stations across the country.
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What to know about Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial
The impeachment trial of Ken Paxton, the Texas attorney general who faces accusations of repeatedly abusing his office to help a donor, is set to begin Tuesday in the state Senate.
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Miss Black America Coed 2017 Roneshia Ray Hangs Up Her Crown, But iDREAM Will Continue
Miss Black America Coed 2017 Roneshia Ray has given up her crown, but that has not curbed her passion to continue to inspire young black women in America. The Houston native ended her reign on September 3rd after crowning Miss Black America Coed 2018 Erica Bryant this past weekend, but she says her iDREAM program will continue long after her reign.
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Black Restaurant Week Relaunches 'More Than Just a Week' 2023 Campaign to Restimulate Black-Owned Businesses with Equitable Events in Key Markets
Black Restaurant Week LLC celebrates the flavors of African American, African and Caribbean cuisine with a series of regional cultural events and aims to support Black-owned culinary businesses with substantial programming outside of their 10 or 14-day, multi-city tour across the United States.
