Funny Azz Friday: A night full of Stand-Ups and Roast Battles
What's better than a night full of comedy on a Friday night? Taking the stage for a special edition of The Factor: Uncensored are comedians: Juan Villareal Raambo2funny Leroy Tha Third Keisha Hunt Ben Daniels
What's better than a night full of comedy on a Friday night? Taking the stage for a special edition of The Factor: Uncensored are comedians: Juan Villareal Raambo2funny Leroy Tha Third Keisha Hunt Ben Daniels
How to figure out if someone is using you for money
With the assistance of artificial intelligence, scammers are increasingly exploiting online platforms to ensnare victims in long-distance romance scams, culminating in requests for money or valuables, a trend that has surged amid the pandemic. According to a report by the Federal Trade Commission, in 2022 alone, nearly 70,000 individuals fell prey to such schemes, resulting in losses totaling $1.3 billion.
With the assistance of artificial intelligence, scammers are increasingly exploiting online platforms to ensnare victims in long-distance romance scams, culminating in requests for money or valuables, a trend that has surged amid the pandemic. According to a report by the Federal Trade Commission, in 2022 alone, nearly 70,000 individuals fell prey to such schemes, resulting in losses totaling $1.3 billion.
The vaping epidemic in teens
In response to the alarming rise in teen vaping, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention initiated a public service campaign in 2023 to dissuade students from vaping in school, as health officials and doctors continue efforts to mitigate the widespread health issues associated with teenage vape usage.
In response to the alarming rise in teen vaping, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention initiated a public service campaign in 2023 to dissuade students from vaping in school, as health officials and doctors continue efforts to mitigate the widespread health issues associated with teenage vape usage.
Pranks gone wrong
The prevalence of over-the-top pranks on social media is fueled by their high engagement potential, competitive platform dynamics, and the allure of virality and monetization for creators.
The prevalence of over-the-top pranks on social media is fueled by their high engagement potential, competitive platform dynamics, and the allure of virality and monetization for creators.
A rise in Black unemployment
For over 50 years, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has documented a persistent gap in employment rates between black and white Americans, with no signs of improvement in sight. David Lee, Chief Evangelist and Visionary for Tech Diversity, joins The Factor to discuss the underlying causes of this disparity and whether the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) movement plays a role in addressing it.
For over 50 years, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has documented a persistent gap in employment rates between black and white Americans, with no signs of improvement in sight. David Lee, Chief Evangelist and Visionary for Tech Diversity, joins The Factor to discuss the underlying causes of this disparity and whether the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) movement plays a role in addressing it.
How to figure out if someone is using you for money
Scammers, aided by artificial intelligence, are luring victims online into long-distance love before asking for money or valuables. These types of scams have been on the rise since the pandemic. A report by the Federal Trade Commission finds in 2022, nearly 70-thousand people were conned out of one-point-three-billion dollars.
Scammers, aided by artificial intelligence, are luring victims online into long-distance love before asking for money or valuables. These types of scams have been on the rise since the pandemic. A report by the Federal Trade Commission finds in 2022, nearly 70-thousand people were conned out of one-point-three-billion dollars.
The vaping epidemic in teens
In 2023 the centers for disease control and prevention launched a public service campaign to try and steer teens away from vaping in school. Currently, health officials and doctors are trying to lower the number of teens using vapes due to vast health problems.
In 2023 the centers for disease control and prevention launched a public service campaign to try and steer teens away from vaping in school. Currently, health officials and doctors are trying to lower the number of teens using vapes due to vast health problems.
Pranks gone wrong
More than likely it is rare for someone to not see an over the top prank while scrolling on social media. It seems to be the only content a lot of creators like to make. But why Is that?
More than likely it is rare for someone to not see an over the top prank while scrolling on social media. It seems to be the only content a lot of creators like to make. But why Is that?
A rise in black unemployment
In the over 50 years that the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has been keeping track, the share of black Americans who are employed has consistently been lower than the share of white Americans with paid jobs. And there are still no changes in sight. David Lee, chief evangelist and visionary for Tech Diversity joins the factor to talk about what is the cause of this disparity and if the DEI movement plays a role.
In the over 50 years that the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has been keeping track, the share of black Americans who are employed has consistently been lower than the share of white Americans with paid jobs. And there are still no changes in sight. David Lee, chief evangelist and visionary for Tech Diversity joins the factor to talk about what is the cause of this disparity and if the DEI movement plays a role.
Rapper Mr. Cheeks to perform in Houston for 4/20 weekend
A hip-hop heavyweight is set to perform in Houston's Third Ward for a live performance this weekend.
A hip-hop heavyweight is set to perform in Houston's Third Ward for a live performance this weekend.
Celebrating National Crawfish day with Gumbo2Geaux
We're digging in and celebrating a seafood delicacy: crawfish!
We're digging in and celebrating a seafood delicacy: crawfish!
Bare back fashion trend for guys
Showing skin isn't just for the ladies. Some men are on it too!
Showing skin isn't just for the ladies. Some men are on it too!
Ozempic costs and its impact on insurance
In this segment we talk about the popular weight loss drug: Ozempic. The drug isn't cheap, but there could be a loophole to get the medication for less.
In this segment we talk about the popular weight loss drug: Ozempic. The drug isn't cheap, but there could be a loophole to get the medication for less.
Rapper Mr. Cheeks to perform in Houston for 4/20 weekend
A hip-hop heavyweight is set to perform in Houston's Third Ward for a live performance this weekend.
A hip-hop heavyweight is set to perform in Houston's Third Ward for a live performance this weekend.
Celebrating National Crawfish day with Gumbo2Geaux
We're digging in and celebrating a seafood delicacy: crawfish!
We're digging in and celebrating a seafood delicacy: crawfish!
Bare back fashion trend for guys
Showing skin isn't just for the ladies. Some men are on it too!
Showing skin isn't just for the ladies. Some men are on it too!
Ozempic costs and its impact on insurance
In this segment we talk about the popular weight loss drug: Ozempic. The drug isn't cheap, but there could be a loophole to get the medication for less.
In this segment we talk about the popular weight loss drug: Ozempic. The drug isn't cheap, but there could be a loophole to get the medication for less.
Angela After Dark: Physical boundaries in relationships
How much is too much affection?
How much is too much affection?
14th Annual Stop the silence 5K walk/run
An annual event honoring Black women diagnosed with breast cancer is coming back to Houston this weekend.
An annual event honoring Black women diagnosed with breast cancer is coming back to Houston this weekend.
Crazy Azz Criminals: Woman putters man's corpse at bank
Brazilian police say a woman did the unbelievable: using a dead to attempt to make a bank withdrawal.
Brazilian police say a woman did the unbelievable: using a dead to attempt to make a bank withdrawal.