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Harlem’s fashion legacy takes center stage as experts discuss tailoring, Black dandyism, and identity at The Apollo Stages. Few cultural movements have shaped global style like Black dandyism—an aesthetic of defiance, distinction, and dignity. As The Met prepares to unveil Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, this exhibition preview conversation at The Apollo Stages provided an immersive exploration of Harlem’s pivotal role in Black sartorial history. A distinguished panel provided rich historica

The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) 2025 has honored SLB’s Electris™ completions with the prestigious Spotlight on New Technology® Award, recognizing its transformative impact on offshore energy operations. Announced in Houston, this award celebrates innovations that demonstrate uniqueness, ingenuity, proven success, and commercial viability, with the potential to significantly advance the offshore sector. SLB Electris™ completions stand out for empowering operators with predictive, real-t

Houston, TX – The energy capital of the world was abuzz as Juan Enriquez took the stage at the d5 Conference, held at the University of Houston. The d5 Conference, renowned for spotlighting disruptive ideas and transformative technologies, was held in conjunction with the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC), one of the largest gatherings in the global energy sector. With over 90,000 attendees from around the world, OTC provided an unparalleled platform for industry leaders, innovators, and visi

Since reopening in December after extensive repairs from Hurricane Beryl, Rothko Chapel has once again become a sanctuary for reflection, art, and dialogue. With its walls and ceiling restored and Mark Rothko’s iconic panels carefully conserved, the Chapel invites visitors to experience its tranquil atmosphere and engage with a dynamic lineup of programs and events this spring. March 2025 marks a season of thought-provoking discussions, meditative experiences, and cultural events at the Chapel.

The Community Artists’ Collective (The Collective) recognized five dynamic women in the arts at a ceremony celebrating Women’s History Month. Michelle Barnes, Dr. Sarah Trotty, Dr. Alvia Wardlaw and Robbie Lee, all of Houston, and Vicki Meek of Dallas were feted at a reception at The Collective’s new home at 4111 Fannin, Suite 100A, Thursday, March 20. Barnes and Trotty were co-founders of The Collective in 1987 and have guided its growth over the years. Barnes is the executive director of the

The Judas goat, a seemingly innocuous creature trained to lead newly-arrived flocks to their slaughter, is a haunting metaphor for the systemic issues that continue to plague our society. The analogy, which connects this livestock practice to elected officials and civic leaders, underscores the deep-seated and historically ingrained problem of institutional bias that Americans have been battling for generations. To understand this metaphor more profoundly, we must first explore how a Judas goat

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