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Celebrity Mixologist Bottles A Taste of Hollywood in Houston
“The Cocktail Chroniclez of Sipping Like the Starz”
“I got my own Signature Sipz” is what everyone is going to be saying after a while. At least, those were the words of actor Tony Rock who couldn’t wait to kick start his birthday party with his “Rock” bottles in hand. After receiving a major shout out and feature from Xscape singer and Housewives of Atlanta Reality Star Kandi Burruss in 2016, Celebrity Mixologist and President of Signature Sipz Hope Foster is branding all of the top entertainers in the industry with their own crafted beverage.
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Ayanna Pressley's win shows just being liberal isn't enough in today's Democratic Party
On Tuesday night, Boston city councilor Ayanna Pressley crushed 10-term Rep. Michael Capuano in the Democratic primary for a seat that has been held by the likes of John F. Kennedy and Tip O'Neill in the past.
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Gordon could be hurricane when it hits Gulf Coast Tuesday night
Tropical Storm Gordon, which may ramp up to become a Category 1 hurricane before it makes landfall late Tuesday, brought tropical-storm force winds to the Alabama and western Florida Panhandle coasts.
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Childish Gambino video features all-star (cartoon) cast, including Beyoncé, Drake and Outkast
Childish Gambino is back with another video that has folks talking, but rather than the political overtones that dominated "This Is America," the latest conversation revolves around a host of cartoon cameos.
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Aretha Franklin's family slams pastor for 'offensive' eulogy
Aretha Franklin's family has condemned comments made during the singer's eulogy last week as "offensive and distasteful."
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Will the Next American Idol Be From Houston?
American Idol Auditions Happening in Houston Today
Following the success of the first season of American Idol on ABC, which crowned Iowa-native Maddie Poppe on its May 21 grand finale, America's beloved singing competition series is in Houston for American Idol auditions. The nationwide search for the next superstar in Houston is today, September 4th at George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX 77010 as the Idol Bus jumps into gear across America, offering hopefuls the chance to audition for American Idol 2018-2019 and a shot at superstardom.
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The stories behind 5 of Aretha Franklin's biggest songs
With her powerhouse voice, Aretha Franklin could make any song an event. The late singer drew from a range of inspirations -- her life, her loves, her faith -- to bring passion to every verse. When she sang it, you believed it. Behind every great song is a story. Here are five of hers.
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Fans gather to view Aretha Franklin's body in Detroit
LaTonya McIntyre made sure she was first in line outside the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit to say goodbye to Aretha Franklin.
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Debunking Donald Trump's latest conspiracy theory on Google
The playbook, by now, is familiar. Faced with a negative story -- or stories -- President Donald Trump uses his Twitter feed to float a conspiracy theory of some sort designed to distract and deflect.
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Pope Francis silent on Archbishop's call for him to resign
Pope Francis says he "will not say a single word" on a former archbishop's call for him to resign over his handling of sexual abuse allegations against a prominent cardinal in 2013.
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'It IS bad there': Emails reveal Trump officials pushing for immigrant protection terminations
There was a simple explanation in October 2017 when a Department of Homeland Security official was asked why a memo justifying ending immigrant protections for Central Americans made conditions in those countries sound so bad.
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'Sharp Objects' twisty finish can't redeem flawed run
The following contains spoilers about the "Sharp Objects" season finale on Aug. 26. In hindsight, "Sharp Objects" became the equivalent of "True Detective 2" -- the considerably less captivating follow-up to a high-profile HBO limited series, testing the appeal of star power and ability of creative talent to produce an encore worthy of the original.
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Reckless Posting Leads to Senseless Dying: No R.I.P.
With the World Wide Web being at everyone’s fingertips, it is an easy way for cyberbullying to take place without thinking about how one may be affected. Although cyberbullying is a thing of right now, there is also general bullying within schools.
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Compelling Bestseller Helps Families Of Missing Children Cope With Unspeakable Grief
Four years ago, Marie White's youngest child was abducted, and in that instant, White's family became one of a frightening statistic.
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Clarke & Associates presents Urban Chic one-day show curated by noted Houston artist Chris Silkwood
Works by local artists and artisans will feature art scarves, handmade purses, jewelry, craft furniture and clothing/wearables
Clarke & Associates presents Urban Chic, a one-day show featuring diverse works by Houston-area artists, artisans and craftsmen and curated by noted Houston artist Chris Silkwood. The focus is on hand-crafted works, including wearable art, clothing, printed fabrics, handbags, jewelry for men and women, furniture and more. All items in the exhibition are for sale by the individual artist.
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Jumpstart back-to school season with this immune system makeover
As you’re loading your shopping cart with school supplies and new jackets, it is also an ideal time to stock up on natural items to help ward off coughs, colds and other maladies. I’m all about making easy but impactful shifts to help families address food and health challenges. And as germs descend upon us, I’ve got plenty of simple ideas for supporting your child’s immune system!
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UKs Red Priest Opens Houston Early Music 50th Anniversary Season
Houston Early Music opens its Golden Anniversary season on Tuesday, Nov. 6, with Red Priests The Baroque Bohemians: Gypsy Fever from Campfire to Court.
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The Unwarranted Storm Over Security Clearances
There would be no current storm over security clearances if all such access ended the day people leave government service. In that case President Donald Trump lifting former CIA director John Brennan’s security clearance would be a non-issue. There are two reasons why high-ranking civilian and military officials want their clearances and both involve access.
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4 ways the Trump administration wants to change Medicare
After unsuccessfully trying to overhaul Obamacare and Medicaid, the Trump administration is now trying to put its stamp on Medicare.
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Black Family-Owned Business Celebrates Getting Their Fish Fry Products into 2,500+ Grocery Stores — Within Just 3 Years!
Atlanta-based Joe’s Gourmet, a food-products company has embarked on a national expansion following its appearances on ABC’s Shark Tank and Good Morning America. The family-owned business was founded by Joe Dowell, his wife Maranda, and his parents, Joseph and Patricia. Joe’s Gourmet offers savory and flavorful breading mixes used to bake or fry seafood, chicken and vegetables. These scrumptious products are sold in major U.S. supermarket chains including Publix, Giant Eagle, Walmart, Kroger, Meijer, and Stop N Shop.