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Dow falls as stormy December on Wall Street continues
The US stock market sank deeper into the red following sluggish economic reports on Monday and bad news from a couple of blue chip giants.
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Gay Singaporean man can adopt son born via surrogacy, court rules
A gay Singaporean doctor has won the right to adopt a child he fathered in the United States through a surrogate, in a landmark ruling for the socially conservative country.
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2020 hopefuls make moves ahead of the holiday season
Iowa's calling! This Thursday, would-be 2020 presidential candidates are sneaking in a final round of rubbing elbows with Iowa Democrats ahead of the holidays.
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With 2020 looming, South Bend mayor Pete Buttigieg says he won't seek third term
Pete Buttigieg, the mayor of South Bend, Indiana, will not run for a third term in 2019, he announced Monday, clearing the way for a potential 2020 presidential bid.
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Hawaii's best beach hikes
Let's face it: No matter how long you go for, a trip to Hawaii is always going to feel too short.
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Ex-Flynn business associates charged with trying to influence US politicians in Turkish lobbying case
Two former business associates of former national security adviser Michael Flynn were charged with trying to influence American politicians to seek the extradition of a Turkish cleric, according to an indictment filed in the Eastern District of Virginia.
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Theresa May sets date for vote on Brexit deal, rejects second referendum
British Prime Minister Theresa May told the House of Commons on Monday that Parliament's delayed vote on her Brexit deal will be held the week beginning January 14, 2019.
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Congressional delegation to visit CBP station after Guatemalan girl's death
A congressional delegation will visit the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) station in New Mexico on Tuesday where a 7-year-old Guatemalan girl was taken before she died in a hospital, a congressional aide says.
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AKA-Alpha Kappa Omega 90th Gala
Photography by William Ealy - The first and oldest chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, …
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Kanye West accuses Drake of threatening him and his family
So much for that apology Kanye West offered Drake a few months ago.
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R.I.P. Grammy Award Winner, Legendary Song Stylist and Civil Rights Activist Nancy Wilson, 81
Nancy Wilson, whose skilled and flexible approach to singing provided a key bridge between the sophisticated jazz-pop vocalists of the 1950s and the powerhouse pop-soul singers of the 1960s and ’70s, died on Thursday at her home in Pioneertown, Calif. She was 81.
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Gifts for the Liquor Aficionado
Give the gift of holiday “spirits” this year to celebrate an end to 2018 and the beginning of 2019. These beautifully crafted bottles are a great gift idea for the perfect hostess, liquor aficionado, or that someone that simply likes to enjoy a perfectly crafted cocktail. Below are some brands we have tasted (and approve of!). Included are recipes that can either be gifted with the bottle or perhaps you want to try them for yourselves. Happy holidays and don’t forget – “Please drink responsibly.”
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Gifts for Fashion Lovers
This holiday season, even the most experienced shopper may need to grab some last-minute gifts for the special people on their list. With a curated assortment of this season’s most coveted items, Macy’s is the gift destination for everyone’s holiday needs. Whether it’s a last-minute hostess present for a late-breaking party invitation or a round of colleague gift exchanges, shoppers can take advantage of Macy’s must-haves across fashion, home and beauty.
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All Good Things Must Come to An End
Colts defeat the Texans 24 - 21 to break the 9-game winning streak
I will never forget my senior year on the varsity football team. We won our first three games of the season and we were on a natural high. After ten years of being bad, our high school was finally seeing success on the football field. And then it happened. In the fourth game of the season, we were finally brought back to earth. We lost, but I will never forget the first words uttered by my coach. “All good things must come to an end,” said our coach as he gazed into the eyes of young men who just had their hearts broken.
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The Art of Gift Giving
Before any bow can be untied or wrapping torn off to see that look of surprise and excitement for what’s inside a lot of planning and thought must take place. One has to make their giftee list and think about what suits people. Gift giving is not easy and truly an art. Never fear as Houston Style Magazine has got you covered this Christmas season with our ultimate gift guide for gifts for her, him, and them.
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Slain North Carolina teen 'might be alive' if authorities hadn't overlooked evidence from 2016 case, prosecutor says
The kidnapping and killing of 13-year-old Hania Aguilar may have been prevented if authorities had properly handled DNA evidence from a separate case last year, a North Carolina prosecutor said.
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Alleged Russian spy Maria Butina pleads guilty to engaging in conspiracy against US
Alleged Russian spy Maria Butina pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday for conspiracy to act as an illegal foreign agent in the United States.
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Just in time: The 10 best luxury watches of 2018
In the world of watch-making, 2018 will be remembered as a year of disruption and celebration.
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Jeff Flake warns 'threats to our democracy from within and without are real'
In his farewell speech to Congress, departing GOP Senator Jeff Flake issued a warning that "the threats to our democracy from within and without are real" and that the country is experiencing a "moment of political dysfunction and upheaval."
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Sheryl Underwood Welcomes Warren Ballentine to Pack Rat Foundation For Education
Sheryl Underwood, Founder of Pack Rat Foundation For Education (PRFFE), is pleased to announce the addition of radio personality and motivational speaker Warren Ballentine to the team as a consultant to the foundation.
