In the past, when consumers thought of rum, popular name brands like Bacardi were at the top of the list. More recently, however, a group of newer highly specialized rum producers have gained in popularity and interest amongst rum aficionados. As discussed in prior posts, alcohol consumption must be weighed against its associated health risks. When considered for personal or culinary … [Read more...] about Guatemala’s Hidden Secret – Incredible High Altitude Volcanic Rum
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Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Places Focus On Maternal Healthcare
Aiming to implement changes to reduce the markedly elevated maternal mortality rates in New York City, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso continued his efforts to raise public awareness via an appearance on Spectrum 1 News. Brooklyn's current BP has taken additional steps by allocating 18.5 million dollars in capital funding to towards integrating women's health services on … [Read more...] about Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Places Focus On Maternal Healthcare
Henry Highland Garnet : Cuba and A Narrow Escape from Slavery
The history of slavery in Cuba is a complicated one. Dependent upon free slave labor to run its plantations, slavery in Cuba was part of the larger Atlantic slave trade until it was abolished in 1886. While it took a decree from Spain to officially end slavery, it was an American abolitionist named Henry Highland Garnet who called for the invasion of Cuba to free slaves in 1873. … [Read more...] about Henry Highland Garnet : Cuba and A Narrow Escape from Slavery
Alarming News On Maternal Mortality : Black Women Four Times More Likely to Die in NYC
In a disturbing trend, the maternal mortality rate among black women in the United States is now three to four times higher compared to the general population and predominately white areas. The impact of racial disparities in health care, particularly those involving black women has reached a critical level, placing both women and their children at an alarmingly high risk for … [Read more...] about Alarming News On Maternal Mortality : Black Women Four Times More Likely to Die in NYC
Cause of Jose Cuervo Factory Tank Explosion Remains Unknown
The exact cause of a massive explosion at the La Rojeña Factory in Tequila, Jalisco that resulted in at least six deaths remains unknown. According to Civil Protection Jalisco, the explosion that occurred on Tuesday at 4:30 pm CST was likely due to a boiler but the exact cause is still being investigated. The La Rojeña Factory is one of the oldest tequila distilleries in Latin America … [Read more...] about Cause of Jose Cuervo Factory Tank Explosion Remains Unknown