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Entrepreneur Crushes the "Angry Black Woman" Stereotype With Her Smiling, Happy Products
Daveia Odoi is the creator of “The DynaSmiles by DNT,” an original collection of happy art sold in the US, UK and Ghana that has been highlighted by Essence, Black Enterprise, and BET. Her work places happy, smiling Black women on various products including journals, cosmetic bags, laptop covers, smartphone cases, and more.
World's slowest musical composition changes chord for first time in seven years
A musical composition designed to take well over 600 years to play has gone through its first chord change in seven years
Houston Teen Awarded Full Ride Scholarships to 20 of the Best Colleges in the U.S.
Michael Brown, a 17-year old high school senior, applied for scholarships to 20 of the best universities in the US. Every one of those 20 prestigious universities offered him a full ride and $260,000 in additional scholarship offers.
Summer Learning Activities for Kids
Summer may be a break from formal education, but keeping kids excited about learning can be an easy way to keep them active and engaged instead of zoned out on screen time.
Why Tennis Can't Afford To Lose Roger Federer And Rafa Nadal -- Just Yet
It was only a few minutes after his Australian Open victory over Rafael Nadal, but already Roger Federer was thinking about the future of the game he loves so dearly.
Kevin Smith to Donate Weinstein Project Residuals to Women's Nonprofit
Kevin Smith got his big break courtesy of Harvey Weinstein and the famous filmmaker is no longer happy about that.
Sailor from Houston supports U.S. Navy’s “Take Charge and Move Out” mission
A Nigeria native with ties to Houston, Texas, is serving in the U.S. Navy as part of the nation’s nuclear deterrence mission at Strategic Communications Wing One (STRATCOMMWING ONE). Its TACAMO ("Take Charge and Move Out") mission provides airborne communication links to nuclear missile units of U.S. Strategic Command.
Bric Presents 42nd Annual Bric Celebrate Brooklyn Festival
Actress and Comedian Michelle Buteau To Host
Rapper and Actor Common with Robert Glasper and Karriem Riggins, DJ and co-founding member of The Roots Questlove, Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter Angelique Kidjo, Carribbean soca group KES, Rapper and Actress Junglepussy, Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter Madison McFerrin, Swedish singer/songwriter The Tallest Man on Earth and More to Perform
Actress, Producer Tangi Miller’s Makes Her Directorial Debut of the Miniseries “Diva Diaries”
The Urban Movie Channel (UMC) presents a four-part miniseries of Diva Diaries, created by award-winning actress and producer Tangi Miller. Miller makes her directorial debut of the miniseries, which will premiere on the UMC in the month of April 2018.
East Bay man says he landscaped a Nazi symbol on his front yard because ‘I like swastikas’
Twenty-four hours after local news reports first shined the spotlight on the giant swastika carved in his front yard, Steven Johnson just doesn't get the commotion. But what Johnson calls a "design" sure does look like the Nazi symbol — and it has set his East Bay neighbors on edge.
Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation Unveils New Regenerative Cotton Program in Texas Inbox
The U.S. Regenerative Cotton Fund is an Industry-First Initiative to Assist Farmers in Implementing Regenerative Agricultural Practices Across More Than One Million Acres of U.S. Cotton Cropland; Drawing Down One Million Metric Tons of Carbon Dioxide Equivalent from the Atmosphere by 2026
HBCUs Spotlight: Huston-Tillotson University and Wiley College
HBCUs in Texas contribute $1.3 billion to Texas’ economy according to uncf.org. That alone lets one know how vital they are to our society. This week we look into the history of Huston-Tillotson University and Wiley College for HBCU Awareness Month.
Closing Out the Season with Unprecedented Dispute Resolution Success
As the world of law school academia nears the end of the Fall ’22 season, Thurgood Law students continue to soar with unceasing success! This month, third-year law students, Chandra Dade, Rachel Fayas, Alexander Hu, Daniel Franco, and Justin Hardin participated in the Regional ABA Arbitration Competition on the campus of South Texas College of Law-Houston and walked away with a second-place finish!
Great Barrier Reef stays off UNESCO ‘in danger’ list but hot El Niño summer looms
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee has decided not to add the Great Barrier Reef to its list of sites “in danger,” despite overwhelming scientific evidence that suggests it’s at risk of another mass bleaching this coming summer – and scientists are questioning why.
Dr. Cornel West's Presidential Candidacy: A Quest for Truth and Justice
Political activist, author, and professor Dr. Cornel West has made a bold announcement by declaring his candidacy for the highest office in the nation, the President of the United States of America. Running as a third-party candidate for the People's Party, Dr. West aims to elevate his lifelong pursuit of truth and justice.
A royal skeptic meets Americans obsessed with Harry and Meghan
On a Monday afternoon, the Pig and Whistle begins filling up before it's officially quitting time. Happy Hour starts every day at 4 p.m. and the bartender is pouring pint after pint of Fuller's and Guinness.
The Galleria Announces Three New Retailers
Market Exclusive Brands and Immersive Experiences Enhance Dynamic Retail Mix
Simon, a global leader in the ownership of premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations, has announced three new retailers slated to open at The Galleria this year – Panerai, Jo Malone London and Hope & Henry. The FOMO Factory has also joined the Galleria line up this summer offering a uniquely immersive experience exclusively in Houston.
The Women's Fund for Health Education and Resiliency Announces Spring Lecture Series for Women's Health
In partnership with University of Houston Downtown
The Women's Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit providing Houston area women and girls with the tools needed to be advocates for their health, is pleased to announce its Women's Health Lecture Series held in partnership with the University of Houston Downtown (UHD).
Shaquille O'Neal reiterates desire to buy NBA team, wants to 'go back home'
Four-time NBA champion and 2000 NBA MVP Shaquille O'Neal has sent out a cryptic message reiterating his wish to invest in an NBA team, after rebuffing reports earlier this month that he wanted to buy the Phoenix Suns.
5 things for April 25: White House, Ronny Jackson, immigration, Toronto, Yemen
The news has been downright awful. But in a few recent cases, real-life heroes emerged. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
