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Houston Sailor Serves On the USS Bonhomme Richard
Quartermaster Seaman Daija "Stella" Anderson, from Houston, determines the global position of amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) using a sextant, an instrument which measures the angle between the horizon and celestial bodies.
Mayor's statement on anniversary of "9-11"
Mayor Sylvester Turner's statement on the anniversary of the events of Sept. 11, 2001:
Rice Scientists Simplify the Incorporation of Nitrogen Into Molecules
Rice University lab's reagents ease chemical design for drugs, agriculture
A Rice University laboratory that specializes in synthesizing reagents and intermediate molecules for the design and manufacture of drugs and other fine chemicals has delivered on a promise to generalize the synthesis of electrophilic (electron-poor) aminating agents.
That Delicious Seafood Boil Might Lead to An Uncomfortable Future
If there’s one thing in this world everyone can agree on, it’s that food plays such an important and wonderful part in our lives. Not only do you need food to survive, but food has the ability to bring people together. Think about family dinner every Sunday when the matriarch or patriarch would cook that delicious Sunday meal. Think about the times when you and your friends meet up for girls’ night at that popular restaurant you saw on social media. Or a guys’ night when you all order your favorite finger foods to watch a game. Those are great examples, but nothing brings people together like a good old-fashioned seafood boil. Very few people can turn down a good seafood boil, which when indulging in moderation is fine, but what about when it becomes a good time that happens too often? What if one too many seafood boils can lead to a painful future? By Jaleesa Robinson, The Black Doctor.Org If there’s one thing in this world everyone can agree on, it’s that food plays such an important and wonderful part in our lives. Not only do you need food to survive, but food has the ability to bring people together. Think about family dinner every Sunday when the matriarch or patriarch would cook that delicious Sunday meal. Think about the times when you and your friends meet up for girls’ night at that popular restaurant you saw on social media. Or a guys’ night when you all order your favorite finger foods to watch a game. Those are great examples, but nothing brings people together like a good old-fashioned seafood boil. Very few people can turn down a good seafood boil, which when indulging in moderation is fine, but what about when it becomes a good time that happens too often? What if one too many seafood boils can lead to a painful future? What Seafood Boils Entail If you’ve never had a seafood boil or been to a place where they serve them and you love seafood, here’s everything you need to know about one. To simply put it, it’s exactly what its name is. You take a bunch of seafood such as crab legs and shrimp and put it in a pot to boil. In another pot, you then make the special sauce, which consists of multiple blocks of butter and seasonings. It also includes added sides such as boiled eggs, potatoes, corn on the cob, sausages, etc. that have to be cooked as well. Once everything is cooked thoroughly, you add it all together and there is your seafood boil. Depending on where you go to get one, where you grew up and how you were taught to make it, you may want to add different things to it, such as crawfish or lobster tails. Regardless of what goes into it, think about this; with everything that goes into a seafood boil, is this really healthy to consume? How These Extravagant Dinners Can Take A Toll On Your Health Now, it’s easy to assume that because you’re only using seafood, which is relatively a healthier type of poultry, that a seafood boil might not be that bad, but unfortunately, that is not the case. It’s not necessarily the seafood itself that’s dangerous for your health but the sauce and all the other foods that are added to it. The seasoning liquid that is used for these delicious meals is extremely high in sodium. In fact, it contains so much sodium that a person can reach their daily sodium intake in one serving of this meal. This could lead to complications with your heart. How Overindulging Affects Your Heart When you go and consume twice the amount of the recommended daily sodium intake in one sitting, there’s no question that it can cause issues with your body afterward. As stated previously, the liquid in seafood boils is extremely high in sodium. When that sodium is consumed, it can cause water retention because excess sodium causes you to retain water. When the body retains water, it will leave you feeling extremely bloated and uncomfortable. This can then lead to stress on the heart. It can lead to high blood pressure, which later can lead to heart disease and/or stroke. Imagine eating like this often, let’s say twice a week. Not only will eating like this often be dangerous to your health, but it will also cost you a fortune because seafood boils are not cheap, even the ones you can make for yourself. Consuming large amounts of high sodium meals can lead to heart health issues and heart failure. Healthy Alternatives For Indulging Without the Consequences Thankfully there are ways to indulge without having to deal with future consequences. One way is to use less seasoning when creating the boil. Instead of adding different seasonings that contain high levels of salt, try using only one type of salt (ex. use Old Bay seasoning by itself instead of both Old Bay and Slap Ya Mama). Also, try using butter substitutes instead of actual butter. Drink an excessive amount of water, be aware of your portion size, and don’t indulge too often. This information isn’t to scare you off from enjoying a feast fit for royalty because sometimes you just want to do something nice and extravagant for yourself, and you deserve to, but it’s important to keep certain things in mind. Yes, this meal may be delicious and lavish, but you still need to make sure you are cautious with your health and mindful of how much and how often you indulge.
Health experts call for an end to exploitative baby formula milk marketing tactics
Less than half of infants around the world are breastfed as recommended, and baby formula is in high demand despite failing to offer the same health and developmental benefits as breast milk, experts say. According to a new report, misleading claims and political influence are to blame.
A Swim Cap Made For Black Hair Will Get A Second Look From Swimming's Governing Body
The International Swimming Federation says it will revisit its decision barring a swimming cap designed specifically for natural Black hair from being used in competition.
H-E-B Names Winners in 2018 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
Company Recognized Outstanding Educators and School Districts with Cash Prizes and Grants Totaling $430,000
On Sunday, May 6, H-E-B announced statewide winners of the 17th annual H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards during an awards ceremony at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Houston. During the ceremony, H-E-B Chairman and CEO Charles Butt personally handed out $430,000 in cash awards and grants, and congratulated eight educators, two school districts, one early childhood agency and a public school board for being among the best in Texas. The program has given away more than $9.5 million in cash and grants since 2002.
N.C. A&T Speaker Series to Feature Activist/Actress Amanda Seales Discussing Power of Your Voice
Continuing a three-part series, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will host the Chancellor’s Speaker Series, “The Power of Your Voice,” Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020, at 6 p.m. The virtual event will feature actress and activist Amanda Seales, moderated by Pandora senior sales executive and alumna Kelly Mayfield, via ncatchancellorsspeakerseries.com.
Quantum Dots Display Promise for Polymers
Rice University scientists simplify process to make polymers with light-triggered nanoparticles
Rice University scientists plan to employ the power of the sun to build functional synthetic polymers using photosensitive quantum dots -- microscopic semiconducting particles -- as a catalyst.
American Express Makes History: First Black Woman On Its Executive Committee
Having Glenda’s expertise and experience on the Executive Committee will be a huge asset for us,” American Express Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Stephen J. Squeri said in a memo.
HOV/HOT Ramps Temporarily Closed at Northwest Transit Center
The State of Qatar, through its $30 million Qatar Harvey Fund, is providing a grant to Harris County for the creation of soccer fields in Precincts 1 and 4. The fields will serve a dual purpose of recreation for area residents and as water retention basins for flood mitigation. The announcement of the new fields will be made by Ambassador Al-Thani, who chairs the Fund.
Justice Sotomayor wrote a blistering dissent on the US supreme court failing to block an extreme Texas abortion law. We are republishing it here.
The court’s order is stunning. Presented with an application to enjoin a flagrantly unconstitutional law engineered to prohibit women from exercising their constitutional rights and evade judicial scrutiny, a majority of justices have opted to bury their heads in the sand.
Early Voting Ends Soon! Election Day Next Tuesday!
The last day of early voting for the 2022 Primary Election is Friday, February 25th and Election Day is Tuesday, March 1st. March 1st is also the last day for Vote by Mail ballots to be received at election offices.
U.S. Under Secretary of Education James Kvaal to Travel to Texas, Participate in Roundtable Conversations with Students about Pell 50th Anniversary, College Affordability, Speak at NASFAA Annual Confe
Kvaal to visit St. Edward’s University in Austin, Rice University and San Jacinto College in Houston
From Monday through Tuesday, U.S. Under Secretary of Education James Kvaal will travel to Texas. Under Secretary Kvaal will visit several universities throughout Texas. During these visits, he will speak with students and school leaders about ongoing efforts to ensure college is affordable and accessible, highlight the 50th Anniversary of the Pell Grant, and learn how colleges have used Covid-relief funds to support student success. During his trip, Under Secretary Kvaal will also speak at the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) National Conference, where he will discuss the Department’s higher education priorities and progress made on targeted debt relief.
Federal Court Rules Florida Law That Undermined Voting Rights Restoration Is Unconstitutional
A federal court today ruled that a Florida law that created wealth-based hurdles to voting is unconstitutional. The decision restores voting rights to hundreds of thousands of people with past felony convictions.
New Book Tells the Story of an African American Woman’s Journey From the Cotton Fields of Mississippi to Becoming a Millionaire
The Road from Money, The Journey to Find Why by Sylvester Boyd Jr. is based on true stories told to him by several family members raised in Money, Mississippi from 1925 to 1937. He has woven both fact and fiction into a dynamic portrayal of historical events of the era; including music, inventions and the journey of a young Negro girl and her family living under the trying times of Jim Crow in the South.
Triumph Return: Heart Patient Rod Carew's Story
Last year, heart patient Rod Carew struggled through Hall of Fame weekend. This year, the transplant recipient showed how far he’s come.
Rod Carew walked down a ramp outside the Baseball Hall of Fame, the final legend leaving the building following a parade and reception. With each step, he heard clapping and the sentiments often sent his way these days.
Cadillac Escalade-V is Industry’s Most Powerful Full-Size SUV
Cadillac Escalade-V expands V-Series lineup; delivers 682 hp and 653 lb-ft of torque; features premium technologies
Today, Cadillac revealed full details surrounding the 2023 Escalade-V — the industry’s most powerful full-size SUV. It is the first-ever Cadillac V-Series SUV — an elevation of design, performance and technology and the purest expression of the passion that exists at the core of Cadillac.
A "Santizing Butler" is the latest luxury amenity for safely reopening a residential resort
Iconic oceanfront residences in Miami Beach utilize state-of-the-art monitoring and indicator technology to adjust its health and safety protocols as regulations continue to change
Continuum, South Florida’s premier resort-style oceanfront condominium residences, is setting the industry standard for a phased reopening of luxury residential amenities with the help of today’s state-of-the-art building technology that harnesses local health and safety guidelines and enables residents to take control of their own wellbeing as the Coronavirus continues to grip the region.
