The last Monday of May is a day for Americans to honor and remember the men and women who died while serving in the military. Formerly known as “Decoration Day, the holiday was changed to Memorial Day...

Athletes are always looking to improve their performance, the concept of shoshin carries this appeal: a Japanese concept known as the “beginner's mind.” The idea focuses on staying open minded, curious,...

Eat, drink, and be hoppy, Easter is coming! The Easter bunny, the holiday’s folklore figure, leaves colorful eggs filled with goodies for every child to find. Originating from Germany, this childhood...

      Easter is a joyous day about egg hunts, candy, and a Big Bunny that brings baskets full of goodies to our doorsteps… or so it is said.  However, it  has a much deeper meaning than the chocolate,...

Opened in 1859, the Menger Hotel has earned the reputation of being the most haunted hotel in Texas, and for good reason. The hotel was founded by German immigrant William Menger following the Civil War....

Texas has been home to life long before the Europeans arrived, with the modern state being a crossroad between the Southwest and Southeast Native American cultures. These tribes include the Karankawa in...

On this day, everyone likes to wear green and pinch those who don't. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated in honor of Ireland's patron saint. According to the article “St. Patrick's Day in America” by Jakie...

 Big fun in the Big Easy is centered around Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Also known as Fat Tuesday, this celebration marks the final day of feasting before Ash Wednesday. The festival features colorful...

Jane Bolin was a groundbreaking American Attorney and Judge who opened great opportunities for all Black women in our country. Bolin had already shattered numerous gender and racial barriers, becoming...

February 14 is the day we celebrate love, giving flowers, chocolate, and romantic letters to the people we care about. But behind the roses and candy hearts is a story that’s not so sweet. Valentine’s...

As love fills the air and hearts are everywhere, a mystical baby boy and his bow fly around hitting people with arrows of love. Cupid, the Roman god of love and attraction, is a widely known figure of...

Shirley Chisholm was the first black woman elected to Congress, she was an innovative politician and educator who famously described herself as "unbought and unbossed. She fiercely advocated for minorities,...