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Alvarez’s Walk Off Against The White Sox Continues Dramatic Flare At Minute Maid Park

"The plan was just to not get too desperate at the plate," said Alvarez who had his first walk-off hit of his major league career. "Wasn't trying to hit a home run. I just wanted to make good, solid contact with the ball and that's what happened."

Mackenzie Scott Just Gave Away $2.7B

Houston-area groups are among the recipients; In 2020, Scott made two similar surprise announcements in which she donated a combined $6 billion to COVID-19 relief, gender eq

MacKenzie Scott, the billionaire philanthropist known for her impromptu multi-billion dollar donations to charities and racial equity causes, announced Tuesday that she has given $2.7 billion to 286 organizations. This is the third round of major philanthropic gifts Scott has made, which together rival the charitable contributions made by the largest foundations.

Houston Cinema Arts Society and Houston Museum of African American Culture Celebrate Juneteenth and Black Music Month

Houston Cinema Arts Society (HCAS) and Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) partner on screenings at Moonstruck Drive-In Cinema at East River in celebration of both Juneteenth and Black

The program will consist of the Texas- shot film Miss Juneteenth by Channing Godfrey Peoples, previously screened at HCAS’s Beyond Film Program with Sundance Film Festival, and will be preceded by the Houston premiere of the director’s new short film.

American Express names Anré Williams, Chief Executive Officer of American Express National Bank (AENB) and Group President, Enterprise Services

As CEO of AENB, Anré oversees all aspects of American Express’ U.S. banking operation, which is responsible for approximately 60 percent of the company’s total billings and revenues. In addition, as Group President of Enterprise Services, Anré leads American Express’ largest shared services organizations that support the entire company globally, including its technology, digital development and analytics, customer servicing, consumer travel, real estate, purchasing and strategic initiatives functions.

Japan's top Covid-19 adviser says holding the Olympics without spectators is 'desirable'

Japan's top coronavirus adviser said Friday that staging the Tokyo Olympics without spectators is "desirable" as it would be the lowest risk option amid the pandemic.

Here's how to propel 2 million Black Americans to the middle class

If Juneteenth doesn't make you think about the economy, maybe it should. Racial discrimination has an obvious human cost, but there's an economic cost, too.

Biden to nominate Michael D. Smith as CEO of AmeriCorps

President Joe Biden will nominate Michael D. Smith to serve as the chief executive officer of AmeriCorps, the nation's main public service program, the White House confirmed Tuesday.

What to expect when Harry heads back to London

Death brings the living together, they say. It was at their grandfather's funeral that we last saw William and Harry together and it will be at the unveiling next month of a memorial to their mother -- Diana, Princess of Wales -- that we see them reunite once more.

Why Wall Street is in such a rush to get workers back to the office

Wall Street is wasting no time getting its employees back into the office — whether they want to be there or not. Morgan Stanley CEO James Gorman warned this week he'll be "very disappointed" if workers aren't back by Labor Day. And if they're not? "Then we'll have a different kind of conversation," he said.

Traveling to France during Covid-19: What you need to know before you go

If you're planning to travel to France, here's what you'll need to know and expect if you want to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Sickle cell scientist fights for a cure for herself and others

Lakiea Bailey has tried to hide the pain and breathlessness she feels from her disease for most of her life. As a child, she missed weeks out of every school year because of sickle cell -- a painful, genetic disease that's believed to impact 100,000 Americans.

Delta variant will likely become dominant Covid-19 strain in US, CDC chief says

The Delta variant of Covid-19 is expected to become the dominant strain in this country, and it's further reason why people need to ramp up the vaccination pace, US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said Friday.

Juneteenth with Epic and Lucille's 1913

Emancipation Park Conservancy (EPC) and Lucille’s 1913 are collaborating to feed Houstonians in need, as EPC celebrates 149 years of hosting Houston’s annual Juneteenth celebration. The organizations will supply meals for 2,000 Houstonians and the event is made possible by Lucille’s 1913, H-E-B, Coca-Cola, Reliant, Council Member Carolyn Evans-Shabazz and the Houston Food Bank.

Biden's Historic Victory for America

Senate passes Biden’s $1.9 trillion Covid-19 relief bill -- No Thanks to GOP

The Senate on Saturday passed its version of the Democrats' massive coronavirus relief package, after the House passed its package last week.

Boyce Family Values

Nothing brings more excitement to people than the news of a couple having a baby. Between all the congratulations, gifts, and advice the couple stands in the middle of it all in complete fear with questions swirling in their head. Are they ready for a baby? Do they have everything they need? Will they do a good job? Their shoulders are heavy because molding and shaping the life of another human being is a huge responsibility.

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