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Dr. Ian Smith talks working hard, safaris, and Ashe Cayne’s comeback in his new novel
Read full article: Dr. Ian Smith talks working hard, safaris, and Ashe Cayne’s comeback in his new novelNew York Times best-selling author Dr. Ian Smith is back on Houston Life. You may have read some of his health and nutrition books but did you know he also has a popular, fictional detective series? The fourth installment of the series "Eagle Rock" was just released this month. Watch the player above to find out how to snag your copy and his upcoming book "Eat Your Age."
Adding more protein to your diet becomes critical as you age
Read full article: Adding more protein to your diet becomes critical as you ageNew York Times best-selling author and Houston mom, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, is taking the nutrition world by storm and she said most health experts are focusing on the wrong health crisis.
Russian drone attack on a city in western Ukraine sparks an inferno at a warehouse and kills 1
Read full article: Russian drone attack on a city in western Ukraine sparks an inferno at a warehouse and kills 1A Ukrainian governor says Russia launched a massive drone attack on the western city of Lviv, burning down a warehouse said to house humanitarian supplies and killing one man.
Zoom, which thrived on the remote work revolution, wants workers back in the office part-time
Read full article: Zoom, which thrived on the remote work revolution, wants workers back in the office part-timeZoom became a symbol of remote work during the pandemic but the company is now joining a growing return-to-office trend.
Brisket, anyone? These 5 Houston restaurants were ranked some of Texas’ best barbecue eateries in New York Times
Read full article: Brisket, anyone? These 5 Houston restaurants were ranked some of Texas’ best barbecue eateries in New York TimesThe Lone Star State is widely known for its delicious barbecue and, according to the New York Times, Houston is a hub for several restaurants known for its grilled cuisine.
TikTok Star @GardenMarcus Makes Announcement
Read full article: TikTok Star @GardenMarcus Makes Announcement@GardenMarcus has more than 680,000 followers on TikTok and has earned more than 8.2 million likes. The Houston social media star has also appeared in Vogue and the New York Times. Monday at 3:00 pm, Marcus Bridgewater makes a stop live on Houston Life with some big announcements. You’ll find out why this gardener is so popular and he’ll offer a little motivation for your Monday!
500-pound bear terrorizes California community, breaking into 28 homes for food
Read full article: 500-pound bear terrorizes California community, breaking into 28 homes for foodA 500-pound black bear known as “Hank the Tank” has become a California community’s most disturbing neighbor after breaking into more than two dozen homes to rummage for food, the New York Times reports.
Houston author J. Elle releases new fantasy novel ‘Ashes of Gold’
Read full article: Houston author J. Elle releases new fantasy novel ‘Ashes of Gold’J. Elle is a Third Ward YA novelist and former teacher who became a New York Times bestselling author in 2021 after the release of her first book ‘Wings of Ebony.’
Outlets hurt by dwindling public interest in news in 2021
Read full article: Outlets hurt by dwindling public interest in news in 2021The metrics are ugly for many television, digital and print news organizations: after record-setting engagement numbers in 2020, many people are cutting back on news consumption.
Gruden sues NFL over publication of his offensive emails
Read full article: Gruden sues NFL over publication of his offensive emailsFormer Las Vegas Raiders coach Jon Gruden has sued Commissioner Roger Goodell and the NFL, alleging that a “malicious and orchestrated campaign” was used to destroy Gruden’s career by leaking old emails he had sent that included racist, misogynistic and homophobic comments.
Media company Ozy is shutting down as problems mount
Read full article: Media company Ozy is shutting down as problems mountOzy is shutting down less than a week after a New York Times column raised questions about the media organization’s claims of millions of viewers and readers, while also pointing out a potential case of securities fraud.
Remember the 9/11 anniversary by reading these thoughtful pieces about the day
Read full article: Remember the 9/11 anniversary by reading these thoughtful pieces about the dayIt’s hard to believe, but the 20th anniversary of 9/11 is here. It was a horrific day, so on the anniversary, it’s more about remembering and reflecting than anything else.
GOP bill targeting how race, slavery and history are taught in Texas schools heads to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk
Read full article: GOP bill targeting how race, slavery and history are taught in Texas schools heads to Gov. Greg Abbott’s deskBefore the second special session ended, lawmakers sent the GOP-backed bill for the governor's signature.
AP editor, Times columnist among new Pulitzer Board chairs
Read full article: AP editor, Times columnist among new Pulitzer Board chairsNew York Times opinion columnist Gail Collins, Associated Press Editor at Large John Daniszewski and journalist Katherine Boo have been elected as co-chairs of the Pulitzer Prize Board.
Get your body ready for summer with the ‘Fast Burn’ program
Read full article: Get your body ready for summer with the ‘Fast Burn’ programNew York Times bestselling author and host of the syndicated television show The Doctors’—Ian K. Smith, M.D has a unique intermittent fasting plan that combines the power of time-restricted eating with an easy-to-follow detailed program.
NYT reporters writing young person's edition of 'She Said'
Read full article: NYT reporters writing young person's edition of 'She Said'This combination of photos shows the cover image forChasing the Truth: A Young Journalists Guide to Investigative Reporting, left, and a portrait of New York Times journalists Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey, at the Time 100 Gala in New York on April 24, 2018.. Their book will be published Sept. 14. (Philomel via AP, left, and AP Photo)NEW YORK – An acclaimed book by two New York Times journalists who won Pulitzer Prizes for their investigation of Harvey Weinstein is coming out in an edition for young reporters. “Chasing the Truth: A Young Journalist’s Guide to Investigative Reporting,” by Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey, will be published Sept. 14 by Philomel, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers. In 2019, Kantor and Twohey released “She Said: Breaking the Sexual Harassment Story That Helped Ignite a Movement.”“With ‘Chasing the Truth,’ we’re inviting young people into investigative journalism," Kantor and Twohey said in a statement Wednesday. "We’re excited to show them how this work can uncover hidden truths, hold the powerful to account and help drive social change.”Kantor and Twohey, along with Ronan Farrow of The New Yorker, won Pulitzers in 2018 for “impactful journalism that exposed powerful and wealthy sexual predators, including allegations against one of Hollywood’s most influential producers.”
NY Times says it needs culture change, better inclusion
Read full article: NY Times says it needs culture change, better inclusionFILE - This June 22, 2019, file photo shows the exterior of the New York Times building in New York. In a report to its employees in February 2021, The New York Times says it needs a culture change to become a better place to work, particularly for people of color. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)NEW YORK – The New York Times says it needs a culture change to become a better place to work, particularly for people of color. A survey of employees didn't just uncover bad news; 95% of Times employees said they felt pride in working at the paper, and most have had positive experiences. “We also believe it will make The Times a better place to work, for all of us.”
Don’t do this: Woman stuck with hairdo after using Gorilla Glue when she ran out of hairspray
Read full article: Don’t do this: Woman stuck with hairdo after using Gorilla Glue when she ran out of hairsprayAfter using Gorilla Glue in place of hairspray, a woman is desperately seeking help in order to undo what might be a permanent hairstyle, New York Times reports. According to the report, Tessica Brown opted for Gorilla Spray Adhesive, which is made by Gorilla Glue, as a substitute when she ran out of her usual hairspray. Now, after more than 15 washes, various treatments and an emergency room visit, Brown’s hair remains stuck in place. Turning to TikTok to express her frustration and offer a warning against using Gorilla Glue on hair, Brown found a community of social media users recommending natural remedies. AdAccording to the New York Times, Gorilla Glue is aware of the incident and wishes Brown the best as she tries to fix her hair.
New COVID-19 cases see decline nationally, but not in Houston area
Read full article: New COVID-19 cases see decline nationally, but not in Houston areaHOUSTON – There is encouraging news regarding a sharp decline across the country in the number of new COVID-19 cases. I’m glad to get it, but I’m still scratching my head,” said Dr. David Persse of the Houston Health Authority. And until I have a good answer to that, I’m hesitant to speculate.”Persse said while the latest stats nationally are certainly a good thing, they are not indicative of the trend in the COVID-19 cases across the Houston area. “Here in Houston, Harris County, we’re not seeing a decline,” he said. While there is promise in the latest numbers regarding COVID-19 cases and more people continue to get vaccinated, Persse said now is not the time to be complacent.
NYT's 'Caliphate' podcast withdrawn as Pulitzer finalist
Read full article: NYT's 'Caliphate' podcast withdrawn as Pulitzer finalistFILE - This June 22, 2019 file photo shows the exterior of the New York Times building in New York. The 12-part series won a Peabody Award and was a Pulitzer Prize finalist. The Times said its journalists should have done a better job vetting him, and not included his story as part of the podcast. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)NEW YORK – A high-profile podcast on terrorism from The New York Times that had been a finalist for a Pulitzer Prize was withdrawn as a contest entry in the wake of the newspaper saying the claims of a man central to “Caliphate" could not be verified. “We volunteered to return the citation and the Pulitzer Prize Board accepted the offer," The Times said in an email to The Associated Press.
NYT's Maggie Haberman has deal for Trump book
Read full article: NYT's Maggie Haberman has deal for Trump bookNEW YORK – One of the top chroniclers of the Trump administration, New York Times White House reporter Maggie Haberman, has a book deal. Penguin Press announced Thursday that the Pulitzer Prize winner's book, currently untitled, would come out in 2022. “Maggie Haberman’s book will be an instant classic, a definitive and fascinating account of Donald Trump, his life and his presidency," Penguin vice president and publisher Scott Moyers said in a statement . Haberman was represented by the Javelin literary agency, whose other clients include former FBI Director James Comey and former National Security Advisor John Bolton. In 2017, Haberman and fellow Times reporter Glenn Thrush reached an agreement with Random House for a book on Trump, but the deal fell through after Thrush was accused by several women of sexual harassment.
Report: Teens on social media sabotage Trump rally by reserving tickets online without plans to attend
Read full article: Report: Teens on social media sabotage Trump rally by reserving tickets online without plans to attendTeens on social media are celebrating the success of an online prank to sabotage President Donald Trump’s rally, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where officials anticipated massive crowds, the New York Times reports. Celebrating a not-so-full arena, teens on social media revealed how they pulled off the stunt. According to the report, the trend quickly spread on TikTok, where multiple videos of users encouraging each other to register for the rally and intentionally not show up reached millions of views. “These kids are smart, and they thought of everything.”According to the Times, TikTok users and fans of Korean pop music groups claimed to have registered potentially hundreds of thousands of tickets for Trump’s rally. According to the Times, Twitter users were quick to declare their victory after seeing the crowd size.
Headlines, op-ed prompt staff protests at NY Times, Inquirer
Read full article: Headlines, op-ed prompt staff protests at NY Times, InquirerFILE - This June 22, 2019 file photo shows the exterior of the New York Times building in New York. Some staff members at The New York Times and Philadelphia Inquirer called in sick to protest editorial decisions they found insensitive about protests over George Floyd's death. Several Times journalists responded on social media by saying the article puts black staff members in danger. Some 30 members, out of a staff of about 210, skipped work for the same reason, a spokesman said. Richard Prince, a former staff member at the Washington Post who writes Journal-isms, an online column about diversity issues, said the online uprising illustrates both newspapers need to do a better job listening to and acting on the concerns of black staff members.
Facebook’s official Twitter and Instagram accounts were hacked
Read full article: Facebook’s official Twitter and Instagram accounts were hacked(CNN) – Facebook's official social media accounts appear to have been hacked by a group that has previously compromised accounts belonging to HBO, the New York Times and, most recently, the NFL and a number of its football teams. A spokesperson for Twitter confirmed that two of Facebook's accounts, @Facebook and @Messenger, were hacked through a third-party platform on Friday. The social media giant's account on Instagram, which Facebook owns, posted an image with the same message that appeared on Twitter from the hacking group OurMine. "Well, even Facebook is hackable but at least their security better than Twitter." The group was linked to hacks of HBO and the New York Times in 2017.
Review: `Mr. Nobody' is mesmerizing psychological thriller
Read full article: Review: `Mr. Nobody' is mesmerizing psychological thrillerNobody,” the second novel by New York Times bestselling author Catherine Steadman, is a mesmerizing psychological thriller. This man — the media calls him Mr. Nobody — was found in Emma’s hometown, a place she fled 14 years ago, hoping never to return. The town holds Emma’s dark family secret, one she has worked hard to keep buried. As she and Mr. Nobody get to know one another in this haunted locale, it becomes clear that he knows something about this secret. In a series of exciting twists and shocking turns, Emma and Mr. Nobody come to discover they are connected in ways neither could have imagined.
FAA may change electronic gadgets on flight rules
Read full article: FAA may change electronic gadgets on flight rulesWASHINGTON, D.C. – Travelers may one day no longer be ordered to turn off all their electronic devices when you board a flight. The Federal Aviation Administration is going to take a fresh look at the rules banning the use of some personal electronics on planes during taxi, take-off or landing, according to the New York Times. The rule change would not include cellphones or smartphones, but the agency will explore testing e-readers, tablets and other gadgets. It will be a lengthy process, so it could be a while before any changes are put into place.