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People with dementia have 11 times the risk of dying soon after starting any opioids, study finds
People over 65 with dementia were four times more likely to die within the first six months after starting to take an opioid for pain, and six times more likely to die If the opioid was a strong one, such as morphine, oxycodone or fentanyl, according to a new study.
Michigan AG charges participants in 2020 fake elector plot
Sixteen fake electors who signed certificates falsely claiming President Donald Trump won Michigan in the 2020 election have been charged with crimes, state Attorney General Dana Nessel announced Tuesday. This is the first time any of the fake electors have been charged with a crime related to the scheme.
"Life on Other Planets: A Memoir of Finding My Place in the Universe" by Aomawa Shields, PhD
Star light, star bright, first star I see tonight... And the second and third and you'll just keep wishing until you run out of desires. You'll never run out of stars, though, so you can spend all night wishing and do it again tomorrow. Wish hard enough, work even harder and, as in the new book "Life on Other Planets" by Aomawa Shields, PhD, you may see your hopes come true.
Per Scholas Expands Tech Training to Houston
Ion Welcomes Per Scholas As Part of Community Investment to Build Inclusive Technology Workforce; Now Accepting Applications
Houston non-profit wins national fellowship for emerging social change leaders
The Fund for New Leadership (FNL), a multi-year program that supports promising early-stage organizations, announces 10 new fellows working on educational equity, housing rights, global healthcare and other priorities.
Red Cross Partners with Houston Non-Profit to Bring Disaster Preparedness to an Underserved Population
The Texas Gulf Coast Region of the American Red Cross has partnered with Houston’s Center for Pursuit in an effort to help a diverse and historically underserved population better prepare for disasters.
Rice study: Men vastly outnumber women in studying legislative politics
It’s no secret that men outnumber women in the halls of Congress and in other political arenas, but new research from Rice University, the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign also found that significantly more men than women study the legislative process in the U.S. and abroad.
World Youth Foundation Hosts Free Back 2 School Summit For Over 1,000 Houston-Area Middle School, High School, & College Students!
World Youth Foundation (WYF) is a national, grassroots non-profit 501©3 organization that serves as a development vehicle to enhance the growth and character of the “Whole Child” – Mind, Body and Character. Chartered in April 1991, our holistic approach develops and cultivates blended learning and evidence-based strategies for disadvantaged and underrepresented minority youth. By applying their “Definitive Voice”, our mission is clear- “Teach All Youth How to Win In Life Against All Odds”. Staying focused on our mission, economic mobility and sustainable resources are provided to students and families.
Georgia state lawmaker switches from Democrat to Republican
A Georgia lawmaker who represents part of Atlanta in the state House of Representatives switched her party affiliation to Republican this week after repeatedly breaking with her former party on several key votes this session.
Dressing Barbie: Meet the designer who created a miniature fashion icon
From carefully coordinated all-pink looks, to opulent evening outfits made in partnership with Oscar de la Renta, it’s no secret Barbie has long been one of the most fashion-forward toys on the market.
Biden’s diverse judicial nominees move swiftly through Democratic Senate after spring frustrations
As the start of summer brought several landmark Supreme Court rulings that jerked the law to the right, across the street, the Democratic-controlled Senate was confirming judicial nominees whose progressive legal backgrounds served as a foil to the direction the conservative justices were heading.
FDA approves antibody to protect infants from RSV
This fall, parents and pediatricians will have a new option to protect babies from a lung-attacking virus that is the leading cause of hospitalization in infants under a year old in the United States every year.
Americans’ wages are finally outpacing inflation. Here’s why it may not last
US wages have been on the rise, but it sure hasn’t felt like it. For more than two years, persistent and pervasive inflation has taken big bites out of Americans’ paychecks.
Alarm bells for DeSantis, Pence falls behind and Biden stays frugal: Takeaways from new campaign finance reports
The first full financial look at the 2024 presidential race came into focus over the weekend as candidates filed campaign finance reports with federal regulators. They highlight potential trouble spots for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a skeletal campaign operation for the current White House occupant and a wide chasm between the early fundraising leaders in the Republican primary and the rest of the field.
Ted Cruz and Mike Lee among hard-line conservatives on Ramaswamy’s Supreme Court short list
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy on Monday named Sens. Ted Cruz and Mike Lee among several hard-line conservatives he would consider for the Supreme Court if elected, while also including the judges behind contentious rulings on abortion pills and the federal Covid-19 mask mandate on his list for possible appeals court nominations.
El Franco Lee II: A Journey Through Urban Mannerist Pop Art
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is proud to present a captivating exhibition titled "El Franco Lee II: Mid-Career Survey," curated by HMAAC's esteemed Chief Curator, Christopher Blay. This highly anticipated showcase marks the first solo museum exhibition dedicated to the remarkable works of Houston-based artist El Franco Lee II.
Congressman Al Green’s District Receives $1,682,008 in AmeriCorps Funding for Education, Public Health, Workforce Development, and Natural Disasters
On Wednesday, July 12, 2023, Congressman Al Green is honored to announce the Ninth Congressional District of Texas received $1,682,008 in AmeriCorps federal funding, administered by OneStar, to organizations operating in Texas. This money will address societal challenges through service opportunities. The grant is designed to incentivize more than 3,500 volunteers to meet local community needs in addition to supporting essential areas such as education, public health, workforce development, and natural disaster response. Congressman Green released the following statement:
Stellar Lineup of Chefs and Wine Experts Grows for Galveston Island Wine Festival at Moody Gardens
With each announcement of new additions to the 2023 Galveston Island Wine Festival lineup, anticipation for the Labor Day weekend festivities builds. Today’s announcement includes an award-winning restaurateur and his Executive Chef, one of 260 Master Sommeliers in the world, and two highly respected veterans leading the “Freedom Stories Bourbon Tasting”. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Moody Gardens, this year's festival promises to be a celebration of exceptional flavors, enticing aromas, and unforgettable experiences.
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity & American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Partner to Fight Suicide
With a keen emphasis on collectively addressing suicide prevention and the mental health challenges that are a contributing factor, the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) have entered into a two-year partnership. The formal signing and announcement of the partnership took place at the Dr. Moses C. Norman, Sr. Leadership Conference, which convened at Atlantis Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas, on July 13, 2023, at Noon EST.
Introducing the Chat GPTaco
Velvet Taco Breaks Taco Barriers and Uses AI to Create the Ultimate Taco
Velvet Taco introduces the newest installment of the brand’s Weekly Taco Feature (WTF), the Chat GPTaco. This is among the first AI generated menu items for a fast casual restaurant, sparking innovation and unique flavor combinations using Chat GPT and Chef Venecia Willis’ creative input. Velvet Taco first brought their diverse, globally inspired tacos to the city of Dallas in 2011. Since then, the brand has continued to break taco barriers with their scratch made tacos and added over 40 locations across the U.S. with plans to continue growing through the foreseeable future.
