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More dangers loom after Guatemala volcano eruption kills 25 people

Guatemala's Fuego volcano erupted with deadly fury, but now more hazards threaten grieving residents.

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Trump: 'I have the absolute right to pardon myself'

President Donald Trump asserted Monday that he has the right to pardon himself but suggested that he won't use that power, adding that the special counsel investigation is "unconstitutional."

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Why I am forgiving John McCain

In the years that Senator John McCain was imprisoned and tortured in Vietnam, I was a grade-school kid being beaten up on a playground in suburban New York -- and all because I was Chinese. I was called "gook," "chink," "Viet Cong," "Jap," "ching-chong Chinaman" and "slant-eye."

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Scottsdale suspect linked to four homicides dies of self-inflicted gunshot wound

A man who police say fatally shot four people in the past few days in Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona, died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound as police surrounded him, a police official said.

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Bill Clinton still gets it wrong on Monica Lewinsky and #MeToo

Bill Clinton -- 20 years on from an affair with a White House intern that led to his impeachment by the House -- said Monday that he didn't owe Monica Lewinsky an apology.

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Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa: Your Dreamy Dwelling Awaits!

After being dismayed by a hurricane and left abandoned for nearly two decades, the old Holiday Inn on North East Ocean Boulevard had become an eyesore. For many vacation goers and locals of Jensen Beach, the property held fond memories of days on the beach, fun times in the pool, and beautiful ocean balcony views.

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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Applauds the Opening of the Independence Heights Apartments and Commends All Stakeholders for helping Houstonians Attain Affordable Housing

Jackson Lee—“Hurricane Harvey is the largest housing disaster to strike the U.S. in our nation’s history. The storm and resulting flooding damaged 203,000 homes, of which 12,700 were destroyed, and many more were condemned by the State of Texas in Harvey’s aftermath. Clearly, this impacted the needs of and demands on families trying to raise their children, and seniors in need of public housing. The building we celebrate today is not only a compliment to the leadership of the Independence Heights Apartments and its neighbors, but also a compliment to Mayor Turner and to the Houston Housing Authority’s commitment to fight against elimination of housing units for hardworking families and seniors.”

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Ima Hogg Competition Finalists Announced

Finalists to perform on Saturday, June 2, at Stude Concert Hall

The Houston Symphony announced today the four finalists for the Houston Symphony’s annual Ima Hogg Competition, one of the world’s greatest multi-instrument competitions founded more than four decades ago to honor the memory of Ima Hogg, a co-founder of the Houston Symphony.

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5 Ways A Healthy Gut Makes A Healthy Brain

The idiom “trust your gut” means relying on intuition, rather than thoughtful, deep analysis, to make a decision. But research shows there is actually a tangible connection between gut health and brain health, and that linkage can affect emotions and cognitive processing.

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7 Tips for Fathers Raising Daughters In Today’s World

As Father's Day (June 17) rolls around, we are mindful that it wasn’t that long ago when a father’s job was to attend his daughter’s pretend tea parties and make her a pretty dollhouse. But today’s fathers must navigate a new world and avoid gender specific roles.

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So Close, Yet So Far Away: The Rockets come up short in their bid for the NBA Finals

In high school, I had the opportunity to play against Mike Miller from Willowridge High School that went on to play college football at Notre Dame and professionally for the Cleveland Browns. Here I was a pretty decent player matched up against an All American. Once the ball was snapped he came towards me with that blazing 4.1 speed and I immediately turned to try and run with him. The ball was thrown high and short.

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Tomatoes: Timely tips (and terms) for a super-satisfying summer crop

Tomatoes are the most popular vegetable in home gardens across America; most gardeners agree nothing tastes better than a homegrown tomato! It’s important to understand common tomato terms, often seen on tomato plant tags and the basics of growing tomatoes… the more you know the better you’ll grow.

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Intersection of faith and science to be discussed at June 6 Rice U. event

The intersection of faith and science will be the subject of a June 6 talk hosted by Rice University’s Religion and Public Life Program. Greg Cootsona from the Department of Comparative Religion and Humanities at California State University, Chico, will share his insights on the topic.

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Never Again 7 Day Fundraising Campaign Meet 6 Degrees Company Member Carlos Perez!

Its Friday and Day #3 of my Campaign to raise $3500 for my new concert, Never Again. My goal is to raise $500 a day for 7 days.

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Warriors, Supporters Honored at Annual Wounded Warrior Project Gala

Last night, warriors and supporters were honored at the Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Courage Awards & Benefit Dinner® at Gotham Hall. This annual gala recognizes the service and dedication of those who make WWP's mission possible and inspire others to do more for our nation's wounded warriors.

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Governor Abbott Names President And Appoints Five To Texas State Board of Pharmacy

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Donald “Donnie” Lewis to the Texas State Board of Pharmacy for a term set to expire on August 31, 2019. Additionally, the Governor appointed Rick Fernandez, Daniel Guerrero, Lori Henke, Pharm.D., and Julie Spier for terms set to expire on August 31, 2023.

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André 3000 Celebrated His 43rd Birthday In A Way Only Three Stacks Would

Atlanta's own André 3000 celebrated his 43rd birthday by taking in some sun at Lake Meritt in Oakland, California. The exact site of his birthday party was the now famous park where BBQ Becky harrassed two black men grilling in late April.

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Determined to Succeed Despite Hardships

For many people facing hardship after hardship can make an easy excuse to give up and realize that maybe your life is destined for failure. For others, they decide to take those hardships and turn them into motivation to make sure they become the best version of themselves as possible. That is the route I chose.

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Reversal Over North Korea Summit Impulsive, Astounding

President Donald Trump torpedoed the summit meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, in a letter he dictated that was virtually incoherent.

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Meet the African American and Hispanic Valedictorians of 2018

Before kindergarten, you couldn’t wait to go to school. Finally reaching the enrolling age, your parents set you on your educational start. Mastering your numbers, colors, and ABCs, you advanced through the grade levels to reach the ultimate goal, high school graduation.