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Black Superheroes Are Having a Moment
Is it a coincidence that black superheroes are stirring excitement at a time when ethnicity and race relations are in the spotlight?
Together We Rise
No one person rises to the top alone. Someone or something pushes us physically or mentally to go beyond what we imagined for ourselves so they can flourish in a place we never thought we would be. Solo we struggle; we count ourselves out; we give up. Together we excel; we have a vision; we let nothing stand in our way. In celebration of Black History Month, we honor that hand on our back, that word in our ear, that support in our darkest hour.
History in The Making Super Bowl LII New England Patriots vs Philadelphia Eagles
There will be two important questions answered on Sunday, February 3, 2018, at 6:30 pm EST, when the AFC Champions New England Patriots and NFC Champion Philadelphia Eagles meet in Super Bowl LII in Minnesota.
Creator and Executive Producer Lena Waithe’s Freshman Series “The Chi” Renewed for 2nd Season by Showtime
Emmy winner Lena Waithe‘s “The Chi” has been renewed for a second season at Showtime, the premium cabler announced Tuesday.
FEATURE: Gabrielle Bullock, Architect and International Interior Design Assn. President, Drew Lines and Then Crossed Them
Gabrielle Bullock, 56, is the Los Angeles-based head of global diversity for the international architecture and design firm Perkins+Will, an 83-year-old company with a workforce of more than 2,000 professionals. Bullock is also something of a pioneer, one of only 404 African American women who are licensed architects in the U.S. In 2017, Bullock was appointed as president-elect of the International Interior Design Assn., which has more than 15,000 members in 58 countries.
MD Anderson Supports World Cancer Day Through Commitment to End Cancer
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and its 20,000 faculty and staff devoted exclusively to patient care, research, education and prevention are proud to support World Cancer Day, Feb. 4, and its mission of uniting the world’s population toward the goal of eliminating cancer. Established in 2000, the Union for International Cancer Control leads the global campaign that aims to save lives by increasing awareness and education about the disease and encouraging action. The tagline ‘We can. I can,’ emphasizes the cooperative approach needed to eliminate the disease.
Semi-trucks Filled with 1.2 Million Packages of Girl Scout Cookies Roll into Houston February 10
It’s the day Girl Scout cookie lovers have been waiting for. Girl Scout Cookies are rolling into southeast Texas beginning Saturday, February 10. From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sam Houston Race Park, hundreds of Girl Scout volunteers will be unloading more than 1.2 million packages of Girl Scout Cookies from dozens of semi-trucks that will line the event park. The cookies will be delivered to customers in the following days by Girl Scouts who took pre-orders in January.
Comedian Bill Murray Brings "New Worlds" Tour to Houston
Just Announced. Tickets on sale now at houstonsymphony.org
The Houston Symphony announced today that legendary actor and comedian Bill Murray is bringing his New Worlds: Bill Murray, Jan Vogler & Friends tour to Jones Hall at 7:30 p.m. April 16, 2018, for a one-night-only event of music and literature.
Let The Good Times Roll At Willie’s “Beer Bugs & Blues” Party
Cajun crawfish boil, live music and more on tap for five-day party, Feb. 8-11, 13
Willie’s Grill & Icehouse – known for serving “Great Food and More Fun” to Texans – is celebrating Mardi Gras Cajun-style, with a lively five-day party.
When You Should – And Should Not – Get A Nose Job
Young people love their nose jobs. In fact, rhinoplasty is far and away the No. 1 cosmetic-surgical procedure performed for patients who are ages 13 to 19, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Teenagers aren’t the only ones intrigued by the idea of changing the way their noses look, though. It’s also in the top five procedures for people of all ages.
Macy’s Celebrates Innovators and Visionaries During Black History Month
Macy’s welcomes local change makers at eight stores nationwide, highlighted by special appearances by Issa Rae in Los Angeles and Laverne Cox in New York City
This February, Macy’s (NYSE:M) celebrates Black History Month by welcoming a host of innovators in fashion, entertainment, art, music, literature and technology, who are pioneers in their industries. Innovation is one of the cornerstones of Black culture, helping to propel trends, widely influencing pop culture, and changing the face of history.
200 Pastors and Faith Leaders in Prayer and Support Kickoff the 2018 Sheila Jackson Lee Congressional Campaign
Something highly unusual happened at 8:00AM on Monday morning, January 29. Nearly 200 pastors and faith leaders made their way to Vic and Anthony’s 5 Star Restaurant, in downtown Houston. Why? They gathered to affirm their intensified support for Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. The veteran incumbent finds herself with an opponent as she seeks re-election to the seat she has now held for blank years. This group of faith leaders are not taking anything for granted. The event was co-chaired by two of Houston’s prominent clergy personalities. Bishop James Dixon of The Community of Faith Church, and Dr. Ralph D. West of The Church Without Walls.
Jill Jill Stuart Creates the Ultimate "It" Girl Collection for Macy's
The limited-edition spring line features bold floral prints, distinctive textiles, and eye-catching silhouettes, and will be available in 151 Macy’s stores and on macys.com in February
Jill Stuart, known for her collections that marry feminine romanticism with downtown edge, has partnered with Macy’s to create JILL Jill Stuart, a limited-edition spring ready-to-wear line replete with wardrobe essentials for the girl with a packed social calendar. With creations worn within the fashion, socialite, and celebrity set, Jill Stuart’s coolly ethereal aesthetic has made her eponymous brand one of the most coveted in the industry. The JILL Jill Stuart collection that includes fanciful dresses and lightly structured tops, skirts, and pants, brings her unique point of view to Macy’s stores and macys.com in February.
Little Miss Flint Helps Fundraising Effort for #BlackPantherChallenge Students in Flint, Michigan
This campaign is apart of the #BlackPantherChallenge, a challenge started by Frederick Joseph in New York City. The Marvel movie Black Panther is going to be a very important film.
Pop Some Bubbly At The General Public This Valentine’s Day
Live music, complimentary champagne flights and chocolate served all day Feb. 14
There are dozens of ways to impress your better half on Valentine’s Day, but none quite like the romantic experience that The General Public has planned.
Harden Posts Historical 60 Point Triple Double
Harden pours in 60 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists for the first 60 point triple double in history while setting a franchise record for most points in one game. Here are all his made field goals from a historic performance.
Revolutionary Black-Owned Swimming Cap Brand Fits Women With Braids, Locks, and Afros
Do you have braids, locks, weaves, or an all-natural afro? Have you ever been frustrated finding a swimming cap that would perfectly cover your hair, that is not too tight and damaging? Fret not! Nomvuyo Treffers, a woman entrepreneur from South Africa, has innovated a swimming cap design specifically made for Black women's hair.
Facebook Partners with the Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation to Support Their 16th Annual HBCU College Festival on Saturday, February 10
Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation Announces Facebook as the Title Sponsor of the Largest Free HBCU College Festival in the United States
Facebook and The Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation have partnered to support the 16th Annual Alfred Street Baptist Church’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) College Festival (Festival). The 2018 Festival will take place on Saturday, February 10 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in Oxon Hill, Maryland.
Alicia Boler Davis Selected 2018 Black Engineer of the Year
General Motors executive will be the sixth woman in the 32-year history of the scientific and technical awards to be named Black Engineer of the Year
US Black Engineer (USBE) magazine’s annual BEYA STEM Conference will recognize GM Executive Vice President, Global Manufacturing Alicia Boler Davis with the Black Engineer of the Year Award on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018, at the BEYA Gala in Washington Marriott Wardman Park in Washington, DC.
Woman Burns Her Face With Acid — and Then Tells Police That a Black Woman Did It!
Lizzie Dunn, a 52-year-old white woman from Staten Island, suffers from second-degree burns after fabricating a story that a black woman sprayed acid on her face. Turns out the black woman was imaginary and she did that to herself.
