NASA researchers want to send nude human images into space to start a conversation with aliens
The group of researchers crafted a scientific proposal, “A Beacon in the Galaxy,” to communicate with aliens through radio-transmitted messages that include scientific notions that introduce characteristics of humanity to outer space.
San Antonio photographer offering free sessions to teachers and their families
SAN ANTONIO Over the past month, Hayward Gaude Photography has been offering high school seniors free quick take portrait sessions, but now they are giving back to teachers. During the months of June and July, Gaude will offer complimentary family portrait sessions to teachers. Spaces are filling fast, but you can go to the Hayward Gaude Photography website and fill out a form requesting your session. San Antonio photographer captures neighborhood moments during COVID-19 pandemicThe portrait session can be used in any way the teacher chooses. We believe the teachers in all of the San Antonio school districts have done a phenomenal job to cope with the uncertainty and stress the end of this school year has brought, and we want to offer a gift of appreciation, Gaude said.
Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts for a week
SAN ANTONIO Any doughnut free now thats something to cheer you up. Krispy Kreme is offering free doughnuts from June 1-5 in a weeklong celebration of National Doughnut Day. Participating locations will offer one free doughnut per customer per day. Thats why this year, were changing National Doughnut Day to National Doughnut Week," the chain says online. Read alsoClass of 2020 grads can win free Torchys Tacos for a yearBurger Map: Take a tour of San Antonio burger joints
Social distance speed dating opportunity in San Antonio this weekend
SAN ANTONIO Has the coronavirus pandemic wreaked havoc on your social, dating and love life? The Good Kind is hoping to bring back the opportunity to have some social human interaction. San Antonios Chicken N Pickle opens pickleball courts, sets grand opening dateYou can search for love 6 feet apart at their Dating at a Social Distance event on Saturday, May 30. The Good Kind, located at 1127 S. St. Marys Street, has an outdoor garden lounge where the speed dating will take place. This social distance dating event will be from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Whataburger now delivering right to your doors in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO Whataburger is making it easier for San Antonians to satisfy their burger cravings. While delivery has been available through third-party delivery sites like Postmates and Favor, Whataburger says this is the first time meals can be ordered directly through them. A Whataburger spokesperson said the service rollout began this week in select cities. San Antonio, which is home to Whataburgers headquarters, is one of the first cities to see the feature. While restaurants are allowed to open their dining rooms under capacity limits, Whataburger has stuck to curbside pickup, drive-thru and delivery.
Snoop Dogg uses Frozen to encourage people to let it go -- and Idina Menzel responds
CNN No matter his fame and notoriety, rapper Snoop Dogg proved that he's just like the rest of us -- he, too, sometimes needs to jam out to music in his car to relieve stress. "I had to come sit in my car and listen to this sh-- man," the rapper said in the video. "I'm just sitting in my car listening to 'Let It Go,'" Snoop Dogg said as he bopped his head along to the melody. Idina Menzel, the actress who voiced Elsa in the movie and sang "Let It Go," even joined in. She responded to Snoop Dogg on Thursday by jamming out to his track "Drop It Like It's Hot."
Santikos Entertainment offering one free movie ticket a day for active military, veterans
SAN ANTONIO Santikos Entertainment wants to thank active-duty military members and veterans by offering free movie tickets during National Military Appreciation Month. From now through May 31, Santikos is offering one free ticket per person per day, according to a news release. How Santikos became San Antonios theater chain, and its plans for two new locationsWhile the coronavirus pandemic has caused a disruption in the entertainment industry, Gov. Greg Abbott has allowed movie theaters to open in Texas under social distancing guidelines. Santikos Casa Blanca, Cibolo and Palladium theaters are now open under a 25% capacity limit.