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Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing 120th Anniversary Edition Debuts and Minutes Later is Auctioned Off for $250,000
All proceeds will be donated to benefit STEM education
This year marks the 120th Anniversary of the Cadillac brand. To celebrate, Cadillac is proud to expand the Collector’s Series with the introduction of the 2023 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing 120th Anniversary Edition.
Chevrolet Revs Up for Third Year if Journalism Fellowship for HBCU Students
Chevrolet and the National Newspaper Publishers Association have chosen six students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities for the 2018 Discover the Unexpected Journalism Fellowship. With the help of NNPA editors and reporters, the Fellows will discover and share positive, inspirational and relevant stories from African-American communities during their eight-week summer internship.
National Education Nonprofit Offers Free Virtual Workshops during COVID-19 Pandemic
New Tech Network offers distance-learning workshops around social and emotional learning, curriculum design, student assessment and more
As communities across Texas face school closures due to the COVID-19 health crisis, New Tech Network (NTN) — a national education nonprofit and leading design partner for comprehensive K-12 school change — is offering four free virtual workshops to support teachers and school leaders to ensure academic continuity and authentic learning outside the classroom.
The National Basketball Wives Association & Morgan Stanley Team Up To Donate 15,000 Books To Underserved Students With Virtual Party With A Purpose
The National Basketball Wives Association (NBWA) and Morgan Stanley have partnered together to donate more than 15,000 books to 5,000 students in under-resourced areas that have been impacted by current shelter in place orders. NBWA organized the "Spread Love Fest," a virtual 'party with a purpose' that tapped hip-hop artist, entrepreneur and philanthropist, MC LYTE, to host and DJ the experience on Instagram Live, Friday, April 17th from 8-10 p.m. ET. The initiative is tied to the NBWA's "Books & Ball" program which works with the nonprofit First Book to close the gap on educational inequities.
Provocative New Live Event Series Date Night Love Premiers July 27 with Hosts Michelle Collins, Bethany Watson and Paul Brunson
From Big Fish Entertainment, The Producers of A&E's Hit Series Live PD, Series to Follow Couples Nationwide, Dating In Real-Time
An evening of can’t-look-away dating action unfolds in real-time on Lifetime’s groundbreaking new series, Date Night Live, premiering Thursday, July 27 at 10pm ET/PT. From Big Fish Entertainment, producers of A&E hit docuseries Live PD, the eight-episode series follows couples from New York City, Atlanta, Dallas and San Diego, as they embark on dates – LIVE!
New Sip on the Scene: Dulce Vida's Pineapple Jalapeno Tequila
Just in time for National Tequila Day on July 24, Dulce Vida has officially launched its first Pineapple Jalapeño flavored tequila. Dulce Vida’s Pineapple Jalapeño tequila is made with 100% Blue Weber Agave Blanco tequila then infused with real pineapple, jalapeño and other natural flavors. Made in Los Altos, Mexico, the product is perfect for sipping or shooting, with a flavor profile starting sweet and finishing with a little heat. Pineapple Jalapeño uses real fruit infusion for a unique low-carb and low-calorie alternative.
Philadelphia Resident Vashti Dubois Turns Home into Museum Dedicated to Black Women
There is a museum like no other in Philadelphia. You would not have heard it, it is not listed anywhere and there are no signs from the motorway. Only the hand carved wooden sign in the garden hinted that the Victorian house was not like any other home in the world – and the woman who opened the door had the smile of someone who knew she was about to amaze you.
Twelve Year Old Founder and CEO of Me & the Bees Lemonade, Mikaila Ulmer, Named to List of Top 25 People Shaping Retail's Future by the National Retail Federation Foundation (NRF)
Social & Environmental Entrepreneur, Inspirational Speaker and Philanthropist Inspires Audiences To Unleash Entrepreneurial Spirit
Representing the best and brightest individuals impacting the retail industry, Mikaila is a rising star whose imagination, inspiration and innovation is having a true impact on the retail industry. Mikaila, along with notable honorees from Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Facebook, Home Depot, West Elm and others, will be recognized at the 3rd Annual NRF Foundation Gala on January 15, 2017 in New York City.
How Black Women Are Affected Differently By Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is perhaps one of the most dangerous diseases because it is often diagnosed at an advanced stage and has metastasized, or spread to other parts of the body very quickly, often without the knowledge of the victim. It is also the fifth leading cause of cancer deaths among women, with more than 22,000 US women facing a potential diagnosis in the next few years, and around 15,000 dying from it.
3 Powerful Ways Women Can Help Other Women In The Post Pandemic World
As COVID-19 forces changes to the economy and American lifestyles, businesses that hope to survive and thrive will need creative ways to deal with these new challenges.
How Aristotle Can Help You Lead Your Business Through Tough Times
Business leaders face plenty of questions as they try to get a handle on the new economic reality brought about by the COVID-19 shutdown and the resulting recession.
Austin startup Rhythmo announces first all-in-one, DIY midi drum machine kit, the Beatbox
Rhythmo creates music-making tool promoting STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) concepts to aspiring musicians of all ages at an affordable price point
Norwegian Cruise Line to Award 100 Teachers with Free Cruises
Norwegian to award 100 teachers with a cruise aboard Its newest groundbreaking ship norwegian prima and three grand prize winners with $25,000, $15,000 and $10,000 for their school.
New Study Reveals Excess Mortality and Years of Potential Life Lost Among the Black Population in the US from 1999-2020
The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) said their results show that new ways of doing things are needed. JAMA looked at statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) said their results show that new ways of doing things are needed. JAMA looked at statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which showed that when the coronavirus pandemic hit the world in 2020, the number of deaths and years of potential life lost went up.
Thurgood Marshall School of Law Makes Progress Toward Full ABA Standards Compliance
The Accreditation Committee of the American Bar Association (ABA) has concluded that Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law is making progress toward full compliance of several ABA standards that were found to be in violation in 2015 and 2016. The committee further concluded that the law school has achieved complete remediation of one standard.
Houston-Area Finalists Announced for H-E-B Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best Contest
Out of nearly 600 entries, eight local food artisans have been named finalists in the fourth annual H-E-B Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best search for new and innovative products.
Statement of Mayor Turner About Public Works and Engineering Director
“I am placing city Public Works and Engineering Director Karun Sreerama on administrative leave with pay, effective today, while I review the entire matter stemming from a federal grand jury indictment naming him as the victim of a bribery scheme.
Buc-ee’s Says Texas Isn’t Big Enough for Rival Gas Station Bucky’s
In a lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court, Buc-ee’s accuses Bucky’s of trademark infringement, unfair competition, and unjust enrichment, claiming the Bucky’s name is “confusingly similar” to the Buc-ee’s name. Both businesses operate gas stations and convenience stores. There are more than 30 Buc-ee’s stores – known for their squeaky clean restrooms and cheeky billboards featuring a grinning beaver – in Texas. Bucky’s hasn’t set up shop in Texas
New Hope Opens Affordable Housing for Formerly Homeless Families
New Hope Housing, one of the nation’s foremost providers of permanent, affordable and supportive single room occupancy (SRO) housing for adults living alone on a limited income, celebrates the grand opening of its first residential community for homeless and at-risk families. Located on seven acres at 2605 Reed Rd, New Hope Housing Reed (NHH Reed) includes 187 one, two and three-bedroom rental apartment units.
North Texas CEOs and Boards More Diverse Than Those in Houston, Survey Shows
Three North Texas companies topped a list of Texas businesses with the most diversity among their executives and governance leaders. A report from the National Diversity Council looks at 101 of Texas’ biggest businesses by revenue, ranking them by how well leadership represents the diversity of the population.
