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Azzad commends Alphabet stockholders for anti-censorship vote
Shareholder proposal asks Google parent to report on government requests to remove content
Azzad Asset Management, a leading socially responsible investment firm, today praised Alphabet shareholders following a strong vote in favor of greater transparency at subsidiary Google. A shareholder resolution sponsored by Azzad and the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate--and supported by transparency advocate Open MIC--called on the company to disclose the search terms and content removed at the request of foreign governments. It was presented at the company's annual general meeting held on June 3.
Black Texas College Student Has Police Called On Her by Professor, Prompting Investigation
A black student at the University of Texas at San Antonio had police called on her by a white professor after she had put her feet up on one of the classroom chairs, students and school officials said.
Sunken Place Demon Candace Owens Calls ‘Antifa’ The New KKK
Candace Owens’ distorted conservative opinions reared their ugly heads on Monday after the Black Republican with extreme political and social views was confronted in Philadelphia.
Checkers Teams Up With Hometown Hero Slim Thug to Provide College Students With A Prize Pack For Fall 2023!
For over 3 years, rapper Slim Thug has partnered with America's #1 French Fry restaurant, Checkers, to bring the Houston community various events ranging from collecting gifts during the holidays for local organizations, providing lunch for HBCU students during the Final Four Weekend, feeding families at Cuney homes and more.
Houston Chamber Choir presents This Is Why I Sing to open 23rd season on Sept. 29
Houston Chamber Choir’s 23rd Season opens with a concert that illustrates the joy of musicians, highlighting our singers’ favorite pieces. These are the compositions that remind us why we love to sing. This will be an evening of “the best of the best” by composers like Morten Lauridsen, Eric Whitacre and Bob Chilcott, along with John Tavener and Arvo Pärt. The Kinder HSPVA Chorale, under the direction of Shannon Carter, and the Parker Elementary School Advanced Chorus, under the direction of Marianna Parnas-Simpson, will be our featured guests as they present pieces that have kindled their youthful love for singing. The evening will end with a glorious performance featuring all three choirs singing together.
32nd Annual Shrimp Boil Returns In Person, Raising Money For Lifesaving Breast Care
As the leader in breast healthcare for Southeast Texas, The Rose has provided access to high-quality breast care to all women, regardless of their ability to pay. Since 1986, The Rose has served nearly 500,000 patients with mammograms and diagnostic as well as patient navigation services.
10th Annual Family Day at Sylvester Turner Park Biggest and Best
Mayor Sylvester Turner’s 10th Annual Family Day at Sylvester Park will take place from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. this Saturday, April 8, 2017. All activities, entertainment and food will be free.
Work For Wendy — “The Wendy Williams Show” Is Hiring Interns for the Spring, Summer, and Fall
The highly popular Wendy Williams Show is looking for qualified, organized and professional interns in the New York City area who want to gain experience in television production. All applicants must be at least 18-years-old, able to receive college credit for the internship and work at least 3 days a week.
George Clinton Kicks Off 4-Day Prince Celebration In Minneapolis
Surprise guest George Clinton kicked off the festivities at the first annual Celebration at Prince’s home and studio, Paisley Park. The Celebration promised to be a tribute to the iconic late musician at the studio where he lived, worked, and sadly, died, last year at the age of 57.
TDECU Encourages Financial Literacy for New College Students
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TDECU, Houston's premier credit union, is excited to welcome college students back to school this fall. College is often the first time young adults experience true financial independence, and this new freedom brings a host of opportunities and responsibilities.
Feed the Soul Foundation Hosts First-Ever Global Culinary Conference on Business Development
Renowned Chefs & Culinary Experts Host Sessions during Two-Day 'Boost Camp' Platform to Educate Culinary Entrepreneurs on Successful Business Operations & Strategies
According to James Beard Foundation's 2023 Industry Report, 53% of culinary business owners experienced lowered profits this year and challenges around rising food and labor costs have severely impacted profit margins, menu and content pricing since 2022. In its third year of service, Feed the Soul Foundation, a national nonprofit that continues to provide financial relief and business development solutions for culinary businesses, will host its first-ever Global Culinary Conference.
Mouth Bar Removal Starting This Week
Mayor Pro Tem Martin would like to make District E residents aware the City of Houston has issued a Notice To Proceed (NTP) for debris removal services, specifically large silt deposits at the confluence of the West Fork of the San Jacinto River and Lake Houston, commonly referred to as the "mouth bar".
September is the New January: Get a Jump Start on Healthy Eating Goals with SweetLeaf Stevia
Reducing added sugars can help reduce weight and risk of chronic disease.
As the year winds down, thoughts turn to the holiday season, replete with its many food and drink temptations, as well as New Year's resolutions to erase the inevitable weight gain. For many Americans, setting goals for the new year includes the desire to begin healthier eating patterns, which encourage a healthy body weight and help prevent and reduce chronic disease, according to the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP). There's no better time than now to enter the holiday season with a healthier weight and diet.
New Book Tells the Story of an African American Woman’s Journey From the Cotton Fields of Mississippi to Becoming a Millionaire
The Road from Money, The Journey to Find Why by Sylvester Boyd Jr. is based on true stories told to him by several family members raised in Money, Mississippi from 1925 to 1937. He has woven both fact and fiction into a dynamic portrayal of historical events of the era; including music, inventions and the journey of a young Negro girl and her family living under the trying times of Jim Crow in the South.
Alley Theatre Cancels Remaining Performances of Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps
The Alley Theatre has been severely impacted by Tropical Storm Harvey. In order to keep our patrons, staff, and artists safe, the Alley has cancelled all remaining performances of Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps. All electricity, email servers, and phone lines remain offline. Patrons may exchange their existing tickets for a future Hubbard Theatre production at no additional charge, request a refund, or donate the value of the tickets to the Theatre
Congressman Al Green, Co-founder of America’s Table, Joins the American Jewish Committee in Lauding the U.S. as a Nation of Immigrants
On Wednesday, November 9, 2022, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
FEMA grants more than $2.7 million to Victoria County for debris removal
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded more than $2.7 million to Victoria County for debris removal following Hurricane Harvey.
Texas Gulf Coast Region Interim Executive Shawn Schulze: “Service is in my Blood.”
Shawn Schulze says he learned the power and value of the American Red Cross decades before he assumed a leadership role in the organization.
Long-Awaited New Release in Dystopian EMP Series Now Available
“Five Years After is a veritable guidebook for surviving the apocalypse — and better yet, how to avoid it.” — Ward Larsen, bestselling author of Deep Fake
Nicki Minaj Funds Village in India to Create Access to Clean Water, Computer Center And More
Nicki Minaj is quite the giver. A week after paying off college loans and tuition for some of her fans, Minaj revealed more of her philanthropic efforts, via social media. Apparently, the Queens native has been quietly sending money to an impoverished village in India for the last couple of years. And her kindness is already paying off.
