*The cost of launching Oprah Winfrey’s cable network OWN is set to soar beyond its $100 million budget – because executives have already spent three quarters of the money before its January 2011 debut. Brass at Discovery Communications invested the sum in a joint venture with Winfrey to premiere the talk show host’s new […]

By KTRK’s Patricia Lopez : Did you know that a lot of beauty products are made by the same company, with the same ingredients, and in many cases, the only difference is the packaging and the price? When it comes to makeup, there’s a common misconception — if it’s expensive, it must be really good. […]

Photography can be a BIG line-item cost for your budget. So, the question is this: Is it worth it?

Spring shopping is double the fun when the prices are half of what you’d thought they be. (Take a second and that math will start to make some sense.) To whet your appetite for all the affordable spring style that’s in stores now, here are a few wallet-friendly finds. Top 10 Sexiest Spring Scents GALLERY: […]

Governor has asked all public universities for 5% reductions..

(From sheknows.com) It’s 2010! There’s never been a better time for new beginnings, a time to quit your old bad habits and change for the better. Common New Year’s resolutions such as dieting and exercise are not always easy to follow and they certainly aren’t fun. But you’ll reap the rewards for years to come […]

Okay so, you have not started any of your Christmas shopping and there's only one day left. If you are a bit creative then you can figure out the perfect gift for the people in your life!

MAYORAL RACE Budget crimps goals for public safety By JAMES PINKERTON   Via: Chron.com/ The Houston Chronicle The Chronicle will profile the four major candidates for Houston’s mayoral race — Peter Brown, Gene Locke, Roy Morales and Annise Parker — beginning Monday. Whoever takes the helm at City Hall will navigate a shoal of public […]