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Don't disrupt the supply chain in the midst of a pandemic

The Trump administration fears America has lost its ability to mass-produce the medicines and medical supplies needed to fight the coronavirus and other, future pandemics. So it's considering an executive order to bring drug and medical-supply manufacturing back to the United States.

How Business Leaders Can Bring Stability And Hope In A Time Of Uncertainty

Many business leaders face extreme challenges during their career, but the coronavirus pandemic is uncharted waters for all.

Democrats Push for More COVID-19 Relief / Updated COVID-19 Resources

U.S. House Democrats passed a fifth coronavirus rescue bill out of the U.S. House last week. However, U.S. Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell doesn’t feel the bill is urgent, and does not plan to take it up until after the Memorial weekend break, if at all. There may be a lot of uncertainty about COVID-19 and the future, but I know for certain that a fifth coronavirus bill is urgent.

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Plane Returns to LAX After Flying With Wrong Passenger for Hours, Airline Says

Chrissy Teigen and other Tokyo-bound passengers ended up right where they started after eight hours of flying: Los Angeles.

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Virtual music lesson hub Care2Rock gears up for official launch on May 3

Socially conscious online music platform gears up for official VIP launch event at The Townsend featuring live performance by Suzanna Choffel, with ticket and guitar giveaway

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Scientists discover hidden deep-sea coral reef off South Carolina Coast

If you think Charleston, South Carolina, has plenty of history within its pre-Colonial grounds, just look at what's been hiding 160 miles off the city's coast for thousands of years: a giant deep-sea coral reef system. The chief scientist who helped make the discovery called it unbelievable.

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Want better business? Invest in public transit

Earlier this year, an Amazon executive called officials in Detroit to explain why the city had fallen out of contention for the retail giant's new headquarters.

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This is what Shonda Rhimes has been working on for Netflix

Shonda Rhimes's first batch of shows for Netflix will primarily be female-powered stories, several of which will be spearheaded by female creatives.

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United Health Foundation, UH Expand Obesity and Diabetes Program to Houston’s East End After Success in Third Ward

Midway through a three-year, $2 million grant from the United Health Foundation, University of Houston’s Project TOUCH (Treating Obesity in Underserved Communities) has impressive numbers to report. Based on its success in Houston’s Third Ward, the effort for preventing and treating obesity, Type 2 diabetes and other ailments will move into Houston’s East End in the fall.

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Selfie violence and illegal bathing at Rome's Trevi Fountain

The quest for the perfect Instagram is a pursuit many of us are familiar with -- but hopefully you wouldn't take it as far as these selfie-takers.

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Power-Packed Lunchbox Ideas

Packing and prepping wholesome lunches doesn’t have to be a chore. You can kick health into high gear this school year with new ideas to make creative, nutrient-rich meals.

Archaeologists find evidence of Babylonian conquest of Jerusalem -- as told in the Bible

Archaeologists excavating on Mount Zion in Jerusalem have uncovered evidence of the Babylonian conquest of the city, appearing to confirm a Biblical account of its destruction.

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The Right to Vote Is Fundamental to Any Democracy

The right to vote is fundamental to any democracy. Protecting that right -- and making it easier to exercise it -- ought to be a priority across partisan lines. Instead, in states across the country -- particularly in the five years since the Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act -- it has become a pitched battle.

Has A Betrayal Stolen Your Holiday Spirit?

How To Take Steps Toward Healing

The “most wonderful time of the year” doesn’t quite live up to its billing for anyone whose holiday itinerary includes healing psychological wounds after being betrayed by a spouse, friend or someone else close to them.

How Taking Better Care Of Your Teeth Might Prolong Your Life

Having poor oral health doesn’t mean just cavities and gum disease.

Statistics show that an unhealthy mouth can substantially increase the risk of suffering major health problems, including heart disease, respiratory infections, Alzheimer’s disease and diabetic complications. In fact, seven of the 10 leading causes of death listed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have been linked to bacteria or inflammation in the oral cavity. Periodontal disease has also been associated with premature labor and a low birth-weight baby.

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Putting The Power Back In Your Hands With Nutrition Expert Kim Bady

Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and founder of She Wellness-Sustainable Health Essentials helps her clients gain amazing results through sugar detox regimens.

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5 Tips to Get Your Home Winter-Ready

As the days get shorter and the weather turns chilly, it’s time to prepare your home for the winter months ahead. Because your home will likely require extra maintenance to keep it in shape throughout the winter, beginning preparations early can help lower energy bills, increase the efficiency and lifespan of your home’s components and make your property safer overall.

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Tech Tips for Holiday Travel

As another busy travel season approaches, road-weary parents and families can hold on to holiday cheer a little longer by counting on tech as their preferred travel companion.

Hogg Foundation Awards $11.5 Million in Grants to Address Well-being in the Houston Area

The Hogg Foundation has awarded $11.5 million in grants to 11 organizations for the Communities of Care initiative. The initiative supports collaborative approaches to well-being in the Houston Metropolitan Statistical Area. The grants will strengthen efforts to transform the environments where people live, learn, work, play and pray, bringing a population health approach to support resilience, mental health and well-being for all members of a community, and with a focus on children and youth of color and their families.

Kamala Harris wants the federal government to set the price of some drugs to lower costs

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris unveiled a plan on Tuesday that authorizes the federal government to set the rates for certain prescription drugs as a way to lower prices.