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Two-thirds of America’s Teens are Concerned About the Financial Impact of COVID-19
Research Shows Financial Wellbeing as Big a Concern among Teens as Health
The financial impact and pressure brought by COVID-19 are weighing heavily on American teenagers, with more than two-thirds of teens (69%) saying they are either somewhat or very concerned about the impact of the pandemic on their families and day-to-day lives, according to a new survey by Junior Achievement USA (JA) and Citizens Bank.
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San Diego Natural History Museum closed until 2021
The San Diego Natural History Museum isn’t expected to reopen until Jan. 2021.
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Comcast RISE to Award an Additional $1 Million in Grants to People of Color-Owned Businesses in Houston
Small businesses owned by people of color have been particularly hard hit by the pandemic. So often, these small businesses are the lifeblood of our community, and we know their needs are great.
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The ideal sunglasses for driving: perfect vision on and off the road
Porsche Design and Patrick Dempsey present new Fall/Winter 2021 eyewear collection
The new Porsche Design Fall/Winter 2021 eyewear collection, launching in October 2021, builds upon the brand's legacy of providing functional and innovative sunglasses both on and off the road.
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Essential Pantry Staples to Have on Hand
Keeping a well-stocked pantry ensures you can pull together a quality meal on a moment's notice or when unexpected circumstances keep you from making it to the store. In many homes, the pantry is filled with mismatched odds and ends that may not fit together, but you can shop smart to gather basic ingredients you need for a wide range of recipes.
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Seafood Expo Global /Seafood Processing Global Moving to Barcelona in 2021
Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global, the world's largest seafood trade event, announced it is moving the global expo to Barcelona, Spain, starting with the 2021 edition.
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Texas House Passes Bill to Extend STAAR Reprieve Until 2021
Standardized tests may soon not stand in the way of Texas high school wanting to graduate.
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Helpful Holiday Recipes for the Home Chef
With everything that goes into creating a full holiday menu for guests of different ages and palates, taking on that task can be a challenge for any host. However, simple recipes that please the masses can help make life easier for home chefs.
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Angela Merkel said 'shitstorm,' but it's not as bad as you think
When German Chancellor Angela Merkel said "shitstorm" during a speech this week, it had nothing to do with the fact that she is about to step down as her party's leader.
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Harris County DA: Final MS-13 gang member sentenced for fatal ambush of witness
Final MS-13 gang member sentenced for fatal ambush of witness Defendant is seventh of seven defendants convicted
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority's National Educational Foundation Awards Historic $125,000 Founders' Centennial Scholarship
On December 1, 2021, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, an international women's service organization, and the Zeta National Educational Foundation, Inc. (ZNEF) announced that Janae Smith-Williams was awarded $125,000 as the recipient of its Triumphant Founder Pearl Anna Neal Centennial Scholarship. Applications for ZNEF 2022 scholarships for high school seniors, college and graduate students will open tomorrow, Dec. 2, 2021 at https://z-nefscholarships.smapply.org.
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VIPS Wearing Gucci
The following VIPs wearing Gucci to a private event to celebrate the release of Mickalene Thomas’ new Monograph, published by Phaidon, during a private event hosted by Gucci and Mickalene Thomas and Racquel Chevremont of Deux Femmes Noires during Art Basel Miami Beach on December 2, 2021 in Miami, Florida. The evening featured food by James Beard award winning chef Nina Compton and a DJ set by Kitty Cash.
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Congressman Al Green Introduces Sweeping Legislative Package to Protect and Reward Whistleblowers
On Tuesday, October 5, 2021, Congressman Al Green (TX-09) released the following statement announcing the introduction of his Whistleblower Protection Reform Act of 2021 and Financial Compensation for Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Whistleblowers Act:
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(Photo of 2021 Scholarship Recipients)
Published on June 8, 2022
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Latino Victory Project Calls on DHS Secretary to Resign
Latino Victory Project today called on Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen to resign after lying about the Trump Administration’s policy of ripping immigrant and refugee children from their parents.
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Unity National Bank of Houston Participates in Second Round of the Paycheck Protection Program
The Paycheck Protection Program reopens January 11, 2021
Unity National Bank of Houston, N.A. (“Unity”) has been authorized by the Small Business Administration (SBA) as a designated lender in round two of the Paycheck Protection Program (“SBA Paycheck Protection Program”). The SBA Paycheck Protect Program began April 3, 2020. On December 27, 2020, Congress extended the program to March 31, 2021, to help alleviate the financial burden put on small businesses due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Houston Texans Donate $500,000 Toward Winter Storm Relief
The Houston Texans organization has always been there when Houstonians were in need and they have once again stepped up their relief efforts to be there for those in need. Janice S. McNair and the Houston Texans today announced a $500,000 donation to the Greater Houston/Harris County 2021 Winter Storm Relief Fund.
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Writer Nikki Giovanni named PVAMU’s 2021-2022 Toni Morrison Writer-in-Residence
Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) announced today that Nikki Giovanni has been named the 2021-2022 Writer-in-Residence in the Toni Morrison Writing Program. The appointment will officially begin with a virtual series taking place September 27 – 29.
