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COVID-19 research funds back six new initiatives

Grants to Rice faculty support diagnostic, environmental, social projects

The Rice University COVID-19 Research Fund Oversight and Review Committee announced it will fund six additional projects by faculty working to mitigate the effects of the new coronavirus.

Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation and Mayor Sylvester Turner Unveil #WeRead Initiative

Virtual read aloud initiative encourages children and families to read during closure of schools due to coronavirus

Mayor Sylvester Turner and the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation (Foundation) joined forces to launch #WeRead, a focused effort in response to the need for high-quality, digital learning content to support at-home and distance education amidst school and library closures

Beyonce's BeyGood Teams Up With Ms. Tina Knowles Lawson to Support COVID-19 Mobile Testing Relief In #IDidMyPart Campaign in Houston, Texas

Campaign Created to Start a Movement to Encourage Black Communities to Prioritize Health in the Wake of the Coronavirus Pandemic

#IDIDMYPART Mobile Testing Relief Scheduled for Friday, May 8th and Saturday, May 9th, In Houston, Texas

Protecting Your Financial Health in These Uncertain Times

With expected delays in bill payments, unprecedented layoffs, hiring freezes and related hardships, many Americans are facing new financial challenges.

Next COVID Stimulus Already Facing Hill Fight As Both Sides Draw Red Lines

Democrats and Republicans are already drawing red lines over what they hope will be included in the next round of coronavirus relief legislation, signaling there will be hard-fought negotiations to come on Capitol Hil

Trentino Gelato Makes Life Sweeter

In the midst of the Stay at Home order, some of us might find ourselves challenged with controlling our snacking impulse. We are fortunate to live in the fourth largest city in the United States where restaurants are plentiful and so are grocery stores. While the restaurants are temporarily limited to delivery and take-out, more people have been compelled to buy more food items to prepare and enjoy at home.

"Odetta: A Life in Music and Protest" by Ian Zack

The first note had your foot tapping. It didn't stop until the set was over or the LP needed flipping. The song moved you; those words meant everything. And the singer of those tunes? She was the entire reason those notes were worth listening to. In the new book "Odetta" by Ian Zack, you'll find out why so few know her name.

Comcast Extends Comprehensive COVID-19 Response Policies to June 30

Continues Commitment to No Disconnects or Late Fees, Keeping Business and Outdoor Xfinity WiFi Hotspots Open Nationally for Free, Giving Customers Unlimited Data, and 60 Days of Free Access for Low-Income Families through Internet Essentials

Mandatory Masks: Living the New Normal

“We are still in the thick of it,” said Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo at a press conference where she gave updates about the state of the county during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although the curve seems to be flattening, Houston has yet to reach its peak and new admissions of patients with the coronavirus are still occurring. This information coupled with research from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and others is of great concern for Judge Hidalgo and other leaders to the point that they can’t comfortably relax any precautionary measures that they have already taken. Saving lives is always at the forefront of Judge Hidalgo’s mind in every decision made in this crisis and why she issued a mandatory mask order on April 22nd.

Bible Verse Helps Texans Wide Receiver Brandin Cooks Drown Out All Of the Outside Noise

Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks wants the fans to know that he is not trying to replace former All-Pro wide receiver, DeAndre Hopkins. During a Zoom conference call with the media on Thursday, the former Los Angeles Rams wideout addressed that very issue.

Astros Launch Houston Together T-Shirt Campaign

Net proceeds from T-shirt sales go directly to the Astros Foundation's COVID-19 relief efforts

The Houston Astros organization continues to do their part in helping the citizens of Houston and surrounding areas get through the coronavirus pandemic. They have launched a Houston Together T-shirt campaign with net proceeds from sales going directly to the Astros Foundation and it's COVID-19 relief efforts.

Ten Ways to Create a WOW Culture...Even in a Crisis

Coronavirus has upended workplaces everywhere, but that doesn't mean dropping the ball on your culture-building efforts. Deb Boelkes shares techniques for engaging employees and giving them what the

Deb Boelkes has built a career helping companies create cultures that "wow" their people—cultures where leaders motivate and inspire employees, fill them with purpose, challenge them, and help them thrive. That's all well and good in times of prosperity. But what about in times of fear and uncertainty? As the pandemic keeps employees remotely located, furloughed, and (in the cases of essential employees) working in fear, is it possible to keep a WOW culture going?

Newest Texan Ross Blacklock Learned Life Lessons From An African American Pioneer, His Dad

As the cameras began to roll in the home of TCU defensive lineman Ross Blacklock, sitting to his left was an older gentleman whose demeanor expressed that of a person who never rattles under pressure and always seems to have control of every situation. That man was former University of Texas basketball star Jimmy Blacklock , his dad.

COVID-19 Insurance Claims Must Be Paid Promptly

COVID-19 insurance coverage articles written over the past several weeks are a mixed bag — some articles paint an optimistic picture, where coverage is a possibility or a certainty, whereas others make coverage sound as unlikely as returning to the office before May Day.

Harris Health’s Hosp itals Use iPads to Connect with Patients, Save PPE

It’s a difficult time to be hospitalized. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, visitation at hospitals around the country, including Harris Health System’s Ben Taub and Lyndon B. Johnson hospitals, have been severely restricted leaving many patients feeling lonely and afraid as they fight through their illness and/or injury. In response, Harris Health is using iPads to connect with patients, patient families and save personal protective equipment (PPE).

Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Mayor Sylvester Turner, Alison Leland and 2 U.S. Congress Members Unveil Statue of late Congressman Mickey Leland in Hermann Park

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Mayor Sylvester Turner, Alison Leland and two U.S. Congress members on Saturday, April 25 unveiled a statue honoring the late Congressman Mickey Leland, a global humanitarian who devoted his life to helping others.

PVAMU alumna shares experience working as NICU nurse during COVID-19

COVID-19 has impacted our entire world, and medical professionals are experiencing it most. As a nurse in a level 4 NICU (neonatal intensive care unit), COVID-19 is ever-present. Though the virus doesn’t impact my unit as much as other units, we’ve still had to deal with the occasional “rule-out” baby.

UH Psychology Professor Rheeda Walker Featured in ‘Call to Unite’

Walker Joins Oprah Winfrey, Questlove, Deepak Chopra and More in 24-hour Global Relief Livestream

University of Houston psychology professor Rheeda Walker will share her mental health expertise with the world during a 24-hour global livestream event starting Friday, May 1 at 7 p.m. Central Time. The “Call to Unite” will ask citizens worldwide to celebrate their shared humanity and stand together during the COVID-19 crisis.

Hidden symmetry found in chemical kinetic equations

Rice University discovery has implications for drug design, genetics, more

Rice University researchers have discovered a hidden symmetry in the chemical kinetic equations scientists have long used to model and study many of the chemical processes essential for life.

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