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Rio declares dengue emergency - Brazil gears up for Carnival

Rio de Janeiro has declared a state of public health emergency due to an epidemic of dengue fever, just days before Carnival celebrations are set to take place across Brazil.

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Donna Kelce doesn’t think she’ll be in a Super Bowl suite with Taylor Swift - why?

Donna Kelce may only have one son in the Super Bowl this year, but that hasn’t lowered her level of excitement or pride regarding her son Travis, who is headed to his second Super Bowl in two years with his team, the Kansas City Chiefs.

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Southern California - 5 Marines confirmed dead after helicopter crashed

The five Marines aboard a helicopter that went down in remote, snow-covered woods Tuesday night are dead, a US military spokesperson said Thursday.

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Are Kansas City Chiefs newest NFL dynasty?

The NFL is no stranger to a dynasty. And there is no better example than the New England Patriots.

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Suspect awaiting extradition over US nurse murder escapes Kenya cell

A suspect accused of murdering his girlfriend in Boston, MA from murder escaped from a Nairobi police station Wednesday afternoon and is still on the run, Kenyan police and his lawyers confirmed.

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Parents seek justice for baby who died after his neck was broken during delivery at a Georgia hospital

A Georgia couple is seeking justice for the death last year of their baby during delivery at a Georgia hospital.

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Campus Chronicles - February 7, 2024

Let's give a round of applause to Melinda Winston for shattering the Alief ISD Hastings High School Lady Bears Rebound record, amassing an impressive 983 career rebounds! 🔥 Kudos on this remarkable achievement!

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Disney’s Bob Iger: The company has turned a corner - stock shooting higher

Disney has had a rough couple of years after CEO Bob Iger returned from a brief retirement. But the media veteran said Disney is finally on the path toward success again.

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Noted North Dallas cemetery gets historical landmark designation

A 50-year battle to save a historic Black cemetery in North Dallas has come to an end with descendants of former slaves claiming victory.

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Canton, Ohio - CVS fined for understaffing pharmacy, risking staff and patient safety

State regulators hit CVS with a $250,000 fine against one of its stores in Canton, Ohio, after investigators found that the pharmacy had been understaffed, posing a risk to the well-being of patients seeking medication in a timely manner.

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Vibrant Lunar New Year Festival & Night Market Lights Up Downtown Houston

Dive into a Cultural Extravaganza Featuring Over 30 Local Vendors, Live Performances, and Prizes Galore

Brace yourselves, Houstonians! The heart of Downtown Houston is set to pulsate with the rhythms of the Lunar New Year as Downtown Houston+ presents its eagerly anticipated Lunar New Year Festival & Night Market on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at the enchanting Market Square Park. This vibrant cultural celebration, free for all to enjoy, promises an electrifying fusion of tradition, cuisine, artistry, and entertainment, creating an unforgettable experience for attendees of all ages.

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What to know about Trump and 14th Amendment’s ‘insurrectionist ban’

The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Thursday in the historic efforts to disqualify former President Donald Trump from office because of his role in the January 6, 2021, insurrection.

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Netanyahu rejects Hamas demands on hostage/ceasefire deal as ‘crazy’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected Hamas’ proposals for a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza, calling the group’s demands “crazy” in a setback to diplomatic efforts to pause the war.

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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Bridges Financial Gaps for University of Houston-Downtown Seniors, Making Graduation Dreams a Reality

In a groundbreaking initiative, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ (HLSR) has allocated a generous $125,000 Bridge Grant for Financial Gaps to support University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) seniors on the cusp of graduation. This landmark partnership aims to ensure that financial constraints do not impede the academic aspirations of deserving students, empowering them to embark on successful professional journeys.n a groundbreaking initiative, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ (HLSR) has allocated a generous $125,000 Bridge Grant for Financial Gaps to support University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) seniors on the cusp of graduation. This landmark partnership aims to ensure that financial constraints do not impede the academic aspirations of deserving students, empowering them to embark on successful professional journeys.

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Dogs at SC home emanciated, tethered, underneath garbage, deputies say

An Anderson County, South Carolina, man has been arrested after 11 dogs, some emaciated, tethered and under trash, were found in a home he was evicted from, according to the sheriff's office.

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Senate Republicans, in key vote, expected to block bipartisan border deal/foreign aid package

Senate Republicans are expected to tank a major bipartisan border deal and foreign aid package with assistance for Ukraine and Israel in a vote on Wednesday amid a torrent of attacks on the bill by former President Donald Trump and top House Republicans.

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Blue Ivy Carter: A Dazzling Young Icon Ushers in a New Era of Music Royalty at Grammys 2024 with Vivienne Westwood and Jeffrey Levinson Elegance

At the 66th Annual Grammy Awards, hosted at the illustrious Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 4,2024, Blue Ivy Carter, progeny of the legendary Beyoncé and Jay-Z, captured the limelight with her remarkable presence. Foregoing the traditional red-carpet fanfare, the Carter family made a discreet yet impactful entrance directly to the event, where Blue Ivy's fashion ensemble quickly became the talk of the town.

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Jose Altuve, the Heartbeat of Houston, Secures His Future with Astros Through 2029

In a move that cements his legacy as one of Houston's most beloved sports figures, Jose Altuve has inked a five-year contract extension with the Astros, ensuring his electrifying presence on the field will continue to dazzle fans through the 2029 season.

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Setting the Record Straight on an Important Piece of Black History

With the start of Black History Month, I brace myself for the mis-telling of Black History yet again.

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Black dads more likely to play, dress, and share meal with their child, data shows

President/Executive Director of Black American Dad Foundation Jeremy Givens says the narrative he heard around Black fathers was different than the one he lived.