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Jay Z At 50+: Overcome Your Fears And Take Action
With over 40 million albums sold and a business empire that includes clothing, fragrances, sports bars, liquor, and hotels, and more, Jay Z has transformed himself into one of the most powerful brands in the world.
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What's next in the fight over the Mar-a-Lago FBI search affidavit
The Justice Department on Thursday submitted a proposal under seal for redacting the Mar-a-Lago search warrant affidavit, as the legal fight to bring more transparency into the FBI's search of former President Donald Trump's Florida home continues.
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California woman who faked her own kidnapping sentenced to 18 months in prison
Sherri Papini, the California mother who faked her own kidnapping in 2016 in a hoax that was exposed with the help of advances in DNA technology, was sentenced to a year and a half in prison on Monday, according to a release from the Department of Justice.
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Senate drug price bill is limited to Medicare. Here's what it means for those with private insurance
When Senate Democrats crafted their legislation to lower drug prices, they wanted two main measures to encompass both the private insurance and Medicare markets.
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For the first time, US task force proposes expanding high blood pressure screening recommendations during pregnancy
The US Preventive Services Task Force has released a draft recommendation to screen everyone who is pregnant for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, by monitoring their blood pressure throughout the pregnancy, and the group is calling attention to racial inequities.
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Theatre Under The Stars to Hold Local Houston Auditions for SLEEPING BEAUTY AND HER WINTER KNIGHT
Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) is holding dance auditions for the upcoming holiday production of SLEEPING BEAUTY AND HER WINTER KNIGHT, which TUTS is bringing to Houston with Lythgoe Family Panto (LFP).
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5 Things for Wednesday, July 5: North Korea, G20, Voter Rolls, Reddit, UK Baby
Welcome back! We're sure you're bright-eyed and bushy-tailed and ready for the rest of the week. Here's what you need to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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Lovell's Food For Thought - One's Legacy
Where are they now?
It is often said that the spirit of an individual lives as long as they live in the memories of those they have impacted. Howard Bern, is one whose spirit burns brightly in my soul. For he often said, "one's legacy to science is not the work that you do, but the people you leave behind." This is a phrase you have heard me say and written about numerous times, and will continue to hear me say and include in my writing so long as I am on this earth. It is almost my hope that this saying will be embedded in the souls of ones I have impacted so long as there is work to be done.
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TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION
How Marginalized People Paid the Price to Be Upset About “Lemonade” Losing Grammy Album of the Year and Excited About “Hidden Figures” and “Moonlight”
I’m a native of Washington, DC. Not the DMV or some surrounding area that people reference because they partied in DC or went to swanky events there. I am from there—Chocolate City of Old. I am a rare breed of brother from the Nation’s Capital, who lived in all 4 quadrants (Southwest, Southeast, Northwest and Northeast) before moving out of state for work.
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Trump's new problem: Americans aren't shopping
President Trump keeps pushing "Buy American." He's planning to tout it again at a stop in Wisconsin on Tuesday.
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5 Things for Monday, April 3: China, Supreme Court, Colombia
Welcome to the weekend, when the days of shopping tax-free on Amazon comes to an end. (But you have more space on Twitter to vent about it). Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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5 Things for Monday, April 17: Turkey, North Korea, Facebook, Tax Day
Welcome back from what we hope was a good weekend for you. Here are the 5 things you need to know today to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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Some Birth Defects 20 Times More Likely for Moms with Zika, CDC Says
The proportion of Zika-related birth defects during 2016 was nearly 20 times higher than the number seen during the pre-Zika years, according to a new report from the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Is your medicine cabinet ready for winter?
Alternative health expert Bryce Wylde advises that you may want to change how you prepare for cold and cough season
We spend more time indoors during fall and winter, which means everyone in the family is at greater risk for bringing home plenty of germs. The common cold is a leading cause of missed days from school. Parents should brace themselves for cuts, bites, scrapes and other maladies “We buy jackets and decorate our homes for the various holidays. But we often miss another important task this time of year, which is to prepare for sniffles and scrapes by cleaning out and organizing the family medicine cabinet,” suggests alternative health expert Bryce Wylde.
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Why black cardiologists are vital – and rare
Dr. Rachel M. Bond has seen the difference black cardiologists can make.
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COVID-19 research funds back six new initiatives
Grants to Rice faculty support diagnostic, environmental, social projects
The Rice University COVID-19 Research Fund Oversight and Review Committee announced it will fund six additional projects by faculty working to mitigate the effects of the new coronavirus.
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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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Reps. Omar and Schakowsky: We must confront threat of white nationalism -- together
Just over two weeks ago, we watched in horror after a man walked into Chabad of Poway synagogue in California and opened fire on worshippers, killing 60-year-old Lori Gilbert Kaye and injuring three others. The attack on the synagogue took place on Shabbat, the holiest day of the week, and Acharon Shel Pesach -- the final day of Passover.
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Philadelphia Museum of Art Acquires Quilts, Sculptures, and Other Works by African American Artists from the South
The Philadelphia Museum of Art has acquired a significant group of works by self-taught African American artists, deepening the museum’s already rich holdings of so-called outsider artists and strengthening its overall collection of art by American people of color. The 24 works include three major assemblages by Thornton Dial, an iron and steel worker, pipe fitter, carpenter, and house painter who lived in Bessemer, Ala., near Birmingham.
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5 Things for November 13: Iran-Iraq earthquake, President Trump, Liz Smith
The wildfires may be contained, but California's wine country is struggling to attract visitors. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.