Texas, Florida Rank Best for Home Buyers in New Zillow Index
According to a news release, strong construction in Texas and Florida has helped restore inventory levels in those states, easing competition.
PVAMU Announces Appointment of Provost and SVP for Academic Affairs
Prairie View A&M University officials have announced that Dr. Aashir Nasim has been named Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Summer Program Cultivates Future Cardiovascular Researchers
Bradley McConnell, professor of pharmacology at the UH College of Pharmacy, and Tho Tran, research assistant professor of chemistry at the UH College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, have received funding from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to create a summer research program to engage the upcoming generation of minority, underrepresented cardiovascular researchers in hands-on heart, blood and lung research.
Working on Your Financial Progress? Here are 5 Tips You Can Start Implementing Today
Making financial progress can often feel like an uphill climb. However, with the right tools and mindset, it doesn’t have to be an unpleasant experience or a huge weight on your shoulders.
Rev. William Lawson, Founder of Houston’s Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, Dies
Reverend William A. Lawson, the founding pastor of Houston’s Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, has died at the age of 95.
New Research Uncovers Genetic Variant’s Alarming Impact on Heart Health and Longevity in Black Americans
On average, carriers die two to two and a half years earlier than expected. With nearly half a million Black American carriers over the age of 50, the implications are profound.
Airbnb Introduces ‘Icons’ Extraordinary Experiences with Celebrities and Cultural Legends
Airbnb announced the launch of a groundbreaking new category called “Icons.” The category will offer once-in-a-lifetime experiences hosted by renowned figures from music, film, television, art, sports, and more.
Know Your Risk for Blood Clots Before Taking Birth Control
Selecting the right birth control method is pivotal, say experts, who point to research that shows the risk for potentially life-threatening blood clots is 35 times greater among women with genetic clotting disorders who use estrogen-based contraceptives.
U.S. Department of Education Acts to Ease FAFSA Woes Amidst Rising Concerns
“We are determined to close the FAFSA completion gap,” declared U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten.
Diversity Dilemma: Kim Godwin’s Exit from ABC Sparks Debate on Black Leadership in Television News
Kim Godwin’s departure, a surprising turn of events, comes on the heels of Disney’s recent appointment of a veteran executive to oversee ABC News, a move that effectively diminished her authority within the organization.
VP Harris Announces $5.5 Billion Funding for Affordable Housing and Homelessness Solutions
A housing crisis is gripping tens of millions of families nationwide, cutting across political lines and sparking bipartisan action in state legislatures.
American Cancer Society Launches Largest-Ever Study to Probe Disparities in Cancer Outcomes for Black Women
Despite overall declines in cancer deaths, Black women continue to face disproportionately high mortality rates, a phenomenon the organization aims to address through its newly unveiled VOICES of Black Women study.
2nd Annual Empire State Jazz Festival Returns to Discovery Green this Saturday
The Second Annual Empire State Jazz Festival returns to scenic Discovery Green in downtown Houston this Saturday, May 11 with an impressive lineup of renowned jazz artists from across the nation.
2024 Black Men Buy Houses Workshop Helping Black Men Achieve Home Ownership
The Black Men Buy Houses Workshop, led by Kevan and Ayesha Shelton, is set to launch its 2024 season on May 11 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. This workshop is pivotal in helping Black men achieve homeownership.
In Good Hands: The Quality of Nurse Anesthesiology Experience and Education
Certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) safely provide anesthesia every day in collaboration with surgeons, dentists, podiatrists and other qualified anesthesia professionals, using their training and experience to independently manage the anesthesia needs of the patient.
TWEF’s Sold-Out International Women’s Leadership Summit Featuring Tyra Banks Raises Over $300K for Scholarships
The Texas Women’s Empowerment Foundation hosted its 20th Annual International Women’s Leadership Summit at Hotel ZaZa in the Museum District, co-chaired by founder Deavra Daughtry and philanthropist Reggie Van Lee. The sold-out event, featuring special guest Tyra Banks, raised over $300,000 for the TWEF Eagle Scholar Program, providing scholarships to deserving students.
HISD Extends 479 Job Offers at Campus Hiring Fairs Held Over the Weekend
More than 1,300 candidates attended two Houston Independent School District hiring fairs this past Saturday and HISD extended 479 same-day job offers for open, campus-based positions in the 2024-2025 academic year.
How to Celebrate the Nurses in Your Life this Nurses Week
Nurses Week is an opportunity to recognize and appreciate the vital role that nurses play in health care.
Choosing Supplements That Hit the Mark
There are over 80,000 vitamins and dietary supplements on the market, but not all are created equal.
Understanding the Benefits of Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrencies are digital forms of money that operate on decentralized networks, unlike traditional currencies that are issued by governments. Bitcoin, the first cryptocurrency introduced in 2009 by an entity known as Satoshi Nakamoto, inspired the development of numerous additional digital currencies. Transactions involving cryptocurrencies occur through blockchain technology, which ensures transparency, military-grade encryption for security,…