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Sen. Menendez charged with receiving gifts from Qatar in new allegations in corruption scheme

Federal prosecutors allege Sen. Bob Menendez accepted race car tickets and other gifts from Qatar as part of a yearslong corruption scheme, with the Gulf nation joining Egypt as another foreign country the New Jersey Democrat is accused of helping while in office.

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Europe opens competition probes covering Chinese solar panel makers over subsidies

The European Union has launched investigations into two groups of companies that include Chinese solar panel makers in the latest salvo against what it suspects is unfair competition from China’s vast manufacturing sector.

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What is monkeypox, and how can you stay safe as it spreads?

As a global outbreak of monkeypox continues to grow, public health officials are stressing the importance of education in fighting the virus.

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Houston Community College Launching New Coding School for Apple Apps

Houston Community College is keeping up with the times with a new coding school for Apple Apps.

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Israeli government divisions deepen; cabinet minister says defeating Hamas unrealistic

Divisions within the Israeli government are deepening after war cabinet minister Gadi Eisenkot suggested the key war aim of defeating Hamas is unrealistic and called for elections within months.

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Trump's Decision to Meet with Kim Jong Un 'no surprise,' Tillerson Say

US President Donald Trump's decision to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un "was not a surprise in any way," US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Friday, as the bombshell news was met with cautious optimism by China and US allies in the region.

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U.K. May Join U.S. Airline Electronics Ban

Prime Minister Theresa May is privy to the same information and intelligence as U.S. officials, a Downing Street source told CNN. She has discussed security several times with U.S. officials over the past few weeks, the source said.

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Revolution Drummer Bobby Z. Had a Heart Attack Soon After Bidding Farewell to Prince

In September, Bobby Z. bid an emotional farewell to his former bandmate Prince at First Avenue, the legendary Minneapolis nightclub where the two musicians performed in the 1984 movie Purple Rain.

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What's changed one month after the Parkland shooting

A month ago, a former student roamed the halls of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High, opening fire on terrified students and teachers at the Florida school.

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Superintendent Certification Program Launches at HCDE with Optimistic Job/Pay Forecasts

The employment outlook is positive for aspiring school superintendents as an increase in jobs and pay is forecasted. Harris County Department of Education launches its 11-month, accelerated Superintendent Certification Institute on Aug. 10, 2019 to meet demands for the growing profession and an expanding, ethnically diverse student population in Texas.

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Chipotle introduces vegan and vegetarian bowls

After targeting keto and paleo dieters, Chipotle is courting vegetarians. The fast casual chain on Monday expanded its new line of diet-based bowls to include vegan and vegetarian options. "Lifestyle bowls" launched earlier this year with Whole30 and double protein meals in addition to the keto and paleo bowls.

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Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market and Wells Fargo Introduce a Novel Small Business Diversity Program

Alleviating financial barriers for minority-owned businesses to participate in highly anticipated holiday shopping event

Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market is joining long-time supporter Wells Fargo to announce the launch of the Small Business Diversity Program for the 2023 Nutcracker Market, taking place November 9-12 at NRG Center. Now in its 43rd year, Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market has become Texas’ signature shopping event for kicking off the holiday season. The Small Business Diversity program is geared at supporting local minority-owned businesses by waiving barriers to entry, including its standard commission charge.Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market is joining long-time supporter Wells Fargo to announce the launch of the Small Business Diversity Program for the 2023 Nutcracker Market, taking place November 9-12 at NRG Center. Now in its 43rd year, Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market has become Texas’ signature shopping event for kicking off the holiday season. The Small Business Diversity program is geared at supporting local minority-owned businesses by waiving barriers to entry, including its standard commission charge.

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Washington Ho & Tony Buzbee launch HoBuzz, “Texas Sober” Delta-8 THC seltzer

Houston heavyweights partner to create low-calorie, non-alcoholic beverages

Washington Ho – Houston real estate executive and star of “House of Ho” on Max – and Tony Buzbee – prominent national trial attorney and U.S. Marine Corps recon veteran – have joined forces to launch HoBuzz, a non-alcoholic, Delta-8 THC infused seltzer. The “Texas Sober” seltzer is now available by the 6-pack at hobuzzco.com, with shipping nationwide, and will debut in Houston at the 8th Wonder Brewery taproom (2022 Dallas St.) and other select locations beginning Monday, Sept. 4.

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Empowering Tomorrow's Health Champions: UH Population Health Program Launches Integrative Health and Well-Being Certificate

In a world where guidance and support are invaluable on the journey to healthier living, the role of health and wellness coaches shines bright. These dedicated professionals forge partnerships with individuals, guiding them toward their own paths to wellness through motivation, encouragement, and practical strategies for lasting change.

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Biden's 'core conviction' drives his push to tax corporations and the rich. It could cost him.

President Joe Biden's steadfast belief in taxing corporations and the rich has become a central plank in his legislative agenda, even as he's warned of political peril and red lines from Republicans.

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Melania Trump 'just wants to go home'

In mid-November, as President Donald Trump railed against the election results, his wife, first lady Melania Trump publicly agreed with his sentiments. But privately, a handful of days after the final state tally, the first lady tasked an emissary with discreetly finding out what was available to her in terms of budget and staff allocation for post-White House life.

Black Activists Push for School Choice at Supreme Court

Project 21 Decries Blaine Amendments as Bigoted for Denying Families Best Educational Options

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments today about whether parents should be empowered with the ability to use government-assisted scholarships to enroll their children in religious schools. Members of the Project 21 black leadership network have joined a legal brief advising the justices that current laws blocking parents from doing so prevent them from making the best choices for their children's education.

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Gold climbs to six-year high and bond yields collapse as fears of a global slowdown mount

Frazzled investors are rushing to buy gold and government bonds as fears of a global recession, sparked by a trade war, grow more real.

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Doctors warn against rushing a Covid-19 vaccine as Fauci says it's critical to have a safe Labor Day

Just because states have been asked to have a vaccine distribution plan doesn't mean the public should expect to get shots this fall, doctors say.

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The US has reported its highest one-day Covid-19 death tally: Over 2,800

More than 2,800 Covid-19 deaths were reported Wednesday in the United States -- the most the country has ever reported in a single day -- as health care officials say their staff and facilities are struggling to support burgeoning numbers of patients.