Pet tech startup Traini has raised $7.5 million for its $700 smart collar, which claims to translate a dog’s emotions into human language. How it works: The collar tracks signals like barking patterns and heart rate AI models trained on data from 2+ million dogs and peer-reviewed studies analyze those signals. A companion app turns […]
I never thought I’d get to see John Mellencamp this way, not in some massive arena, but in a 5,000-person venue in Victoria, BC, close enough to feel like he was singing straight us. I’ve loved his music for so long that it felt unreal to finally be there! I brought a younger friend with […]
Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves have been married for over a decade, but like any other couple, their relationship takes “maintenance.” Speaking with host Jay Shetty in the latest episode of his podcast “On Purpose,” McConaughey explained why it’s “humanly impractical” for a couple to be in the honeymoon phase forever. “Honeymoon’s only in the […]
The Chevron Houston Marathon is an annual road race held every January in downtown Houston, Texas, featuring: A full marathon (26.2 miles)A half marathon (the Aramco Houston Half Marathon)A 5K (We Are Houston 5K) Chevron is the title sponsor (hence the name), with a long-standing sponsorship that was recently extended this year marks 20+ years […]
As the holidays come to an end, there are several entities offering Christmas tree recycling and disposal drop-offs around the Greater Houston area. Check them out below. This list is not comprehensive. Here’s the list! https://communityimpact.com/houston/katy-fulshear/arts-entertainment/2025/12/23/where-to-drop-off-used-christmas-trees-in-houston?utm_source=newsletter.communityimpact.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=htx-hrm-impact-12-26-2025 Lana Backman
Wendy’s recent menu changes have stirred up frustration among fans, particularly the switch from whole-leaf romaine to pre-shredded iceberg lettuce. The removal of the Sweet and Sour Sauce sparked an even bigger backlash online. One Reddit user wrote, “Wendy’s just discontinued Sweet and Sour Sauce. I actually cannot believe that this is happening.” Fortunately for […]
Have you seen the viral story about a woman who turned to ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence program, for emotional support after her engagement ended. The AI’s responses provided comfort and guidance, leading the woman to make major life decisions, including ending her relationship and “marrying” the AI in a wedding ceremony. This incident raises questions […]
In May 2025, Billy Joel revealed he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a brain disorder. A tribute concert, The Music of Billy Joel, will be held at Carnegie Hall on March 12, 2026, featuring artists like Rufus Wainwright, Joy Oladokun, Tanya Tucker, Gavin DeGraw, and Billy Joel’s daughter, Alexa Ray Joel. His own […]
Traveling with large dogs is no small feat. Airline rules often force even the best-behaved pups into cargo holds, an option many owners consider unsafe, while private jets remain far too expensive for most people. RetrievAir is reimagining air travel as a pet-first airline, allowing dogs of all sizes (and cats, too) to fly in […]
Life is stressful. And if meditation apps and gym sessions aren’t doing the trick, there’s a softer, cuddlier option gaining fans: cow cuddling. The cozy wellness experience is popping up at a growing number of dairy farms across the U.S., Europe, and beyond. Cow cuddling is the latest agritourism craze, following in the hoofprints of […]
From light tunnels to Christmas villages, check out these six holiday events happening in the Heights, River Oaks and Montrose areas. This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change. M-K-T Holiday Light Tunnels Use the lit-up tunnels that create two twinkling pathways connecting M-K-T to the Heights Hike and Bike Trail as […]
Hop water is pretty much exactly what it sounds like: sparkling water infused with hops, the same flowers used in beer to add aroma, flavor, and bitterness. Think LaCroix crossed with a craft IPA, but without the alcohol, sugar, or carbs. First introduced in 2014 by brewer Paul Tecker, hop water was one of the […]