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'Highly likely' Japanese journalist has been released from captivity in Syria

A Japanese journalist who was captured by militants in Syria three years ago is believed to have been released, Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga told reporters on Tuesday.

Trump's midterm campaign of fear

Donald Trump is waging one of the most inflammatory closing arguments of any modern campaign, lacing his midterm rhetoric with easily disprovable claims that are building on the fact-challenged foundation of his presidency.

Justice O'Connor announces she has been diagnosed with dementia, 'probably Alzheimer's'

Retired Justice Sandra Day O'Connor revealed in a letter on Tuesday that she has been diagnosed with the "beginning stages of dementia, probably Alzheimer's disease."

Trump embraces 'nationalist' title at Texas rally

President Donald Trump declared himself a "nationalist" during his rally here on Monday night, officially tagging himself with the label that has long defined his populist rhetoric and protectionist policies.

SoftBank's Masayoshi Son leaves empty chair at Saudi conference

A year ago, Masayoshi Son was the star guest at Saudi Arabia's investment conference, sitting alongside Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman at the glitzy Ritz-Carlton hotel in Riyadh.

This colorless, odorless powder could help solve the global food waste problem

One company is doubling the shelf-life of avocados, citrus and other produce by taking a chemical-free cue from nature.

A Healthy Way to Work

Improve health and performance at the office

Between the hours staring at a computer screen and the nearly constant temptation of treats in the breakroom, most offices are not known for fitness and health. However, work is where most Americans spend at least one-third of their days, and it’s a place where simple changes can make a big difference.

Black Seniors in Georgia Ordered Off of Bus Taking Them to Vote

As early voting began Monday in Georgia, a group of black senior citizens gathered for a voter outreach event at Jefferson County’s Leisure Center.

Houston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Partners with Black Law Enforcement Executives to build relationships with Houston area Youth

Law Enforcement officers from the greater Houston area will partner with the Houston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Shell Shack Brings the Whole Kitchen Sink to Houston

Since July of this year, Houston's Heights has been home to a seafood place that captures all of the flavors that our hometown natives crave - spicy crabs, crawfish, shrimp, tasty fried catfish, mixed cocktails, and craft beers. Seven days a week, from 11 a.m. until 2 a.m. hungry patrons can indulge their taste buds with boiled infused flavors with varying degrees of heat.

Texas Southern University Athletics receives grant from Save the Children Fund

The Texas Southern University Athletics Department has received a $98,111 grant from the Save the Children Fund, an international non-governmental organization that promotes children's rights, provides relief and helps support children in developing countries.

Houston Woman Searches for Answers In the Death of Service Dog

Sixty-four-year-old Freeina Gaines was just out walking her dog, Henry, as she often does on Scott and OST when she was struck by a vehicle. She claims a white PT Cruiser bearing the company logo of Diallo’s nightclub hit her on the left side of her body knocking her to ground.

The Streak Continues: Houston Defeats Buffalo to Extend Winning Streak to Three Games

No matter whether you like it or not. The Houston Texans are finding ways to win games. They defeated the Buffalo Bills 20-13 to extend their winning streak to three games as they head into a divisional showdown next week with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Linda Johnson Rice Talks About Ebony’s Legacy, the Shift in the Industry, and More

A monthly lifestyle publication, Ebony Magazine has been shining a light on Black entertainment and experiences in America since 1945, earning a place in media history as a major player in the publishing game. No stranger to the industry, since taking over the helm from her late father - founder, John H. Johnson - media mogul Linda Johnson Rice has helped steer the organization into a new era; eventually rising to become the Chair and CEO of Johnson Publishing Company, the powerhouse also responsible for introducing JET Magazine to the world.

Students, Faculty, and Community Celebrate Grand Opening of Yates High School

The pride of Houston’s Third Ward has received a makeover. Students, faculty, and the community celebrated the grand opening of Jack Yates High School. KTRK reports that Houston ISD unveiled the new $65 million facility which includes a three-story academic wing with flexible core learning centers and a high-volume performance wing with an auditorium.

Jocko Sims Breaks All the Rules On NBC’s New Amsterdam

Rules were made to be followed, not broken. Someone forgot to tell the doctors at New York’s New Amsterdam Hospital, a fictional hospital that is the setting for NBC’s new medical drama New Amsterdam, who are breaking all the rules to give patients the best care possible. Dubbed as America’s oldest public hospital, no one is ever turned away regardless of finances, condition, race, gender, or anything. If you need assistance, they say “How can I help?”

PVAMU Voter Registration Issues Are Resolved But Not Fixed

An intense political back-and-forth over the validity of voter registrations of thousands of students at a historically black university has been resolved, but community advocates say significant voting barriers remain for students at Prairie View A&M University.

BET Networks Celebrates New Reality Series "Hustle in Brooklyn" at La Grange in Houston

Last night, BET Networks brought a Brooklyn experience to La Grange in Houston to celebrate the recent premiere of their new reality series, “HUSTLE IN BROOKLYN.” The theme of the event was truly felt by guests as BET activated the space to include scenes reminiscent of the Brooklyn neighborhood including a photo booth with a Brooklyn Bridge backdrop, a bodega with Hustle In Brooklyn magazines of each cast member, street lights and signs, newspaper stands and even distributing New York City metro cards with the Hustle In Brooklyn logo

A week after Hurricane Michael hit, more misery and a rising death toll

A week after Hurricane Michael slammed the Florida Panhandle, the scope of the storm's fury is still emerging as the death toll rises and rescuers search for the missing in the hardest-hit areas.

She blocked a black neighbor from entering their St. Louis building. Then she got fired

A white woman has been fired after video emerged of her confronting and blocking the entry of a black neighbor at a St. Louis apartment complex.

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