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Match launches new dating app for single parents

Match on Monday rolled out a new service called Stir that aims to remove some of the barriers around dating as a single parent.

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New Immersive Venue the Museum of Illusions Readies An Extensive Array of Mind-Bending Interactive Thrills and Captivating Illusions for a Late Summer Launch in the Bayou City

Immersive venue company Beyond Entertainment today announced that it is bringing its wildly-popular entertainment concept The Museum of Illusions to Houston later this summer. Set to open at 5060 West Alabama St. within the Galleria, this opening marks Museum of Illusion’s third Texas location, following successful launches in Austin and Dallas. In total, the concept – which originated in Zagreb, Croatia– has captivated guests on a global scale across 40 locations in 25 countries with its reality-defying illusory components that are indicative of the things are not always as they appear motif.

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Budgeting Tips for a Healthier Lifestyle

From the cost of gym memberships to prepping healthier meals, living well can be expensive. Before you abandon your goals for a healthier lifestyle, consider these tips that show you don't have to overspend to live a better life.

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Federal Criminal Probe Being Opened Into WikiLeaks' Publication of CIA Documents

A federal criminal investigation is being opened into WikiLeaks' publication of documents detailing alleged CIA hacking operations, several US officials told CNN Wednesday.

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H-E-B To Hire Nearly 1,000 People Across Greater Houston - Just in Time for the Holidays

Hiring continues at one of Texas’ best places to work

In anticipation of the holidays, H-E-B, one of the nation’s leading independent food retailers and the largest private employer in Texas, is hiring nearly 1,000 people for in-store positions across the greater Houston area. The openings range from hourly to full-time management positions. Eligible employees receive benefits, employee discounts, paid time off, 401K and Partner Stock Plans, scholarship opportunities and more.

Planning Grants Offered by New Tech Network Pave Way for Education Innovation In Texas Schools

Education Nonprofit Provides Resources for School Design with Second Round Application Window Open Now Through February 7th

New Tech Network (NTN), a leading design partner for comprehensive K – 12 school change, has officially opened the application for a second round of competitive Planning Grants offered to up to ten Texas schools or districts interested in implementing NTN’s innovative school model.

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Juul to pay $462 million to six states in its largest settlement ever

Juul Labs, the e-cigarette maker, is paying $462 million to six US states and DC in the largest multi-state settlement yet for the troubled company that has been accused of contributing to the rise of vaping among youth.

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Dow jumps more than 600 points after four-day losing streak

-Stocks surged Wednesday morning as investors celebrated a drop in crude oil prices.

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French Bloom’s favorite non-alcoholic cocktail recipes

Launched in Fall 2022 in the US by Maggie Frerejean-Taittinger and Constance Jablonski, French Bloom has quickly managed to create a new category and position itself as market leader of the super premium 0.0% alcohol sparkling wine category.

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DC Delivers Some Good News – Yes, Really

We could all use some good news out of Washington. I’ve got some. The Senate’s passage of the Inflation Reduction Act this month is good news for families, the economy, the planet, and even our democracy. As I write this, the House is poised to pass the bill too, giving Congress and President Biden a major win this summer. This is a big deal.

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Japan's Abe Hails Landslide Victory in Snap Election

A decision by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to call a snap election appears to have paid off. Abe's ruling coalition has won a clear majority with more than two-thirds of Parliament's 465 seats, with the Liberal Democratic Party holding a majority even without its coalition partner, the Komeito party, he told reporters Monday.

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Astronaut Frank Rubio sets US record for longest trip in space

Astronaut Frank Rubio has now been in low-Earth orbit for more than 355 days, breaking the record for the longest space mission by a US astronaut.

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The Far-Right Political Playbook Is a Threat to Our Health, Our Schools, and Our Democracy

The answer is disturbing. Our public health system is being put at risk by the same right-wing disinformation tactics that are undermining our educational and election systems.

Neiman Marcus Group Celebrates Black History by Supporting Black Futures

Luxury retailer Neiman Marcus Group launches its Black History Month campaign focused on Black futures and Black excellence.

Houston Texans' Justin Reid Takes Families Grocery Shopping for Thanksgiving

Single parent families from Big Brothers Big Sisters go shopping at Walmart

Known for his game-winning stops on the field, Houston Texans' Justin Reid is making an impact and changing lives off the field. The Texans Strong Safety is teaming up with Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Houston and Walmart to provide some very special families with the food they need for Thanksgiving dinner. Reid will be joined by his teammates and his personal chef to take 10 special families grocery shopping, Tuesday, November 26, 2019 from 6 PM to 8 PM at Walmart Neighborhood Center | 12312 Will Clayton Pkwy | Humble, TX 77346.

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The National Enquirer is for sale

American Media Inc. is looking for a buyer for The National Enquirer. The scandal-hungry tabloid, which has been beset by scandals of its own making in the past year, is on the block, along with American Media's other tabloid magazines.

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Coronavirus: The Background, The Spread, And The Pandemic

In 2019, Americans were still on a holly high and jolly joy as we put away gifts that were once under the tree and took down our Christmas trimmings to welcome in a New Year. We were preparing to sweep out the old and welcome in the new with visions of peace and prosperity because this was our year! Little did we know that soon our world would be flipped upside down filled with worldwide panic and fear unlike any of us have seen in our lifetime with the coronavirus pandemic.

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Schools to reopen as Texas chemical plant fire keeps burning. Some health officials are not convinced that it's safe

The fierce fire sending towering black clouds into the air near suburban Houston intensified overnight because of a temporary dip in water pressure, according to the owners of the chemical plant where the blaze is burning

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America's addiction to absurdly fast shipping has a hidden cost

Search. Compare options. Click buy. Look out for a package on your doorstep the next day, or even that same day, without ever having to get in your car. The mail truck comes by and drops off your order with a bunch of others, probably on a route she would've been driving anyway, no extra trip needed. Totally green, right?