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
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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
Enchiladas Suizas – A Beverage Pairing Challenge
Mexican food is some of the best on earth. It's also one of the most challenging when it comes to pairing with beverages. The complexity of spices, texture and sheer range of cuisine choices and combinations makes it difficult to rely on a simplistic approach. Just imagine - many traditional moles contain 30 different ingredients and some can have over 100 ! That's a lot of food … [Read more...] about Enchiladas Suizas – A Beverage Pairing Challenge
Emerging Markets and Trends – Non Alcoholic Beverages
Here's something many people don't know. In the United States, non alcoholic beverages are not alcohol free. According to US standards, the term “non alcoholic” applies to any beverage with an ABV (alcohol by volume) below 0.5%. Alcohol free labels are reserved for malt beverages containing no alcohol1. The distinction between non alcoholic and alcohol free beverages is a salient one. … [Read more...] about Emerging Markets and Trends – Non Alcoholic Beverages
Mexico Elects First Woman President – Claudia Sheinbaum Wins Historic Landslide Election Victory
Following a historic election held on June 2nd 2024, Mexico announced its first woman president. In a landslide victory, Claudia Sheinbaum (a member of Morena, Mexico's current ruling political party) was elected president. The election outcome was expected, Sheinbaum has been the leading contender for the country's top leadership position for some time. Known affectionately as … [Read more...] about Mexico Elects First Woman President – Claudia Sheinbaum Wins Historic Landslide Election Victory