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Tuesday, June 25, 2024

From High School Buddies to Champions

An excerpt from SBNation - 

Jayson Tatum and Matthew Tkachuk were high school friends, now they’re both champions

The Celtics and the Panthers winning the NBA and NHL titles means these BFFs have PLENTY to celebrate.

By James Dator 

The Florida Panthers are Stanley Cup Champions, winning a hard-fought Game 7 against the Oilers to win their first title in team history. It comes just after the Boston Celtics won the NBA Championship — and at the center of both teams is a remarkable bond between friends.



Jayson Tatum of the Celtics and Matthew Tkachuk of the Panthers are long-time friends, going back to their days at Chaminade Prep School in the suburbs of St. Louis. Tatum, a promising basketball player befriended Tkachuk, who wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps into the NHL (Matthew is the son of the legendary Keith Tkachuk).

The two spent time together, pushing each other, even making goofy videos together — as this assignment Tatum made for school stars Tkachuk briefly.



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Old Ladies' Names Getting New Lives

From MamasUncut - 

50 Popular Old Lady Names & Their Meanings


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https://mamasuncut.com/old-lady-names-making-comeback-2024/step8/

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The Reason Why East Asians Don't Have Body Odor

An excerpt from NBCNews - 

Social media is heating up over why Asians don’t have body odor

Between 80 and 95% of East Asians have little to none of that typical acidic body odor smell. And it all comes down to a gene mutation. 

By Kimmy Yam

While some extra deodorant swipes can feel like a necessity during these sweltering temps, there’s one group that’s not really sweating it. 

Social media users are using the heat wave as a chance to point out many Asians simply don’t smell. According to experts, there’s actually a gene mutation behind it. 

Between 80 and 95% of East Asians have a dysfunction of the ABCCII gene, which is linked to smelly pits, a number of studies say. And this means their bodies don’t release the same acidic odor smell the rest of the population does when exposed to hot temperatures and perspiration.

“It’s just going to be a lot less pungent and a lot less prevalent,” Dr. Madalyn Nguyen, an Oregon-based dermatologist, said of those with East Asian ancestry, including herself. “So we can go a little bit longer without needing to mask our body odor.”

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Nguyen explained that body odor is primarily associated with apocrine sweat glands, found in the armpit and groin areas. For those without the mutation in the ABCC11 gene, protein in those sweat glands helps transport fatty compounds, or lipids, from the cell into the sweat. The bacteria on the skin breaks down those lipids in the oilier, thicker sweat to produce body odor. But for those with the mutation, the protein doesn’t function that way. 

“That transporter doesn’t work. And we don’t have those same lipids that cross into the earwax and into the sweat,” Nguyen explained of East Asians, adding that a dysfunctional ABCC11 gene is also connected to drier, less goopy earwax. “So less of that means less body odor, and also translates to dry earwax.” 

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/east-asians-no-body-odor-dont-need-deodorant-rcna156778

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Questions To Ask Your Parents While You Have the Chance

An excerpt from LoveToKnow - 

75 Big Questions to Ask Your Parents Before They Die

Of course you have questions for a dying parent, but maybe you're unsure where to start. Use these suggestions to get this meaningful conversation rolling.

By Gabrielle Applebury, LMFT

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Questions to Ask Your Parents Before They Die

Asking your parent or parents questions before they pass away can help you better understand their life, their choices, as well as how they'd like to be remembered after they've passed. You may consider recording their answers in some way to have as a keepsake. You can do so by writing the answers in a notebook, video recording their responses, or audio recording your conversation with them.

Family Questions

Family questions you may consider asking:

  • What were your nicknames growing up?
  • Can you tell me a little about your siblings?
  • Who were you closest to in your immediate family?
  • What were your parent(s) or caregiver(s) like when you were growing up?
  • What lessons were stressed in your household?
  • How was family conflict resolved?
  • How was love expressed?
  • Who was the funniest member in the family?
  • Who was the most competitive?
  • Did you have any family pets?
  • Where did you live?
  • Did you share a room with anyone?
  • What memory exemplifies your family's values?
  • What was a difficult situation that your family overcame together?
  • What did your parent(s) or caregiver(s) do for work?

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From janitor to health care hero


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Got Food Poisoning and Others Didn't?

An excerpt from HuffPost -  

So THAT'S Why Some People Get Food Poisoning And Others Don't

Yes, even when you have the exact same meal.

By Sydney Wingfield

Have you ever experienced food poisoning when none of your dining mates got sick from the same meal? It’ll make you question whether you really have food poisoning at all. But as it turns out, it’s entirely possible that several people can eat the same food and only one person can contract food poisoning.

“People always come into the emergency room stating, ‘I know I don’t have food poisoning because I’m the only one who got sick,’” said board-certified emergency physician Dr. Justin Mazur. “Patient education here is critical, as it is more common that not everyone gets sick from your garden variety food poisoning.”

If you’re not familiar with what food poisoning is, it refers to a plethora of gastrointestinal symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and fever.

“The symptoms are generally attributed to food that is contaminated with a virus, bacteria or, less commonly, a parasite,” Mazur said.

Why do some people get food poisoning and others don’t after eating the same thing?

To put it simply, your body may not be able to fight off food poisoning. Every single person is completely different in a multitude of ways, including their immune system and gut microbiome, the home of trillions of microorganisms that can influence your digestive system and overall health.

When it comes to food poisoning, it completely disrupts your gut microbiome, which is why you feel so sick. If you and your friend eat the same undercooked hamburger and you have an unhealthy microbiome while they have a healthier one, you may experience a bit of an upset stomach afterward.

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https://www.huffpost.com/entry/food-poisoning-why-you-get-it_l_66699ffde4b076bcfea12fd2


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A Lasting Lesson We All Need

 

https://www.upworthy.com/teachers-rule-about-something-you-cant-change-in-30-seconds-is-a-lesson-for-all-ages 

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HOFer Reggie Jackson Talks About The Racism He Experienced In Birmingham


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Snoop Runs the 200!

 

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Saturday, June 1, 2024

The Best Thing Since Sliced Bread!

 

@katierreames #debonechickenhack #rotisseriechicken ♬ Delicious Food - Mdstocksound
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Blacks @ NASA!

An excerpt from Because of Them We Can -

BLACK NASA EMPLOYEES GO VIRAL AFTER SHARING OFFICIAL HEADSHOTS

By BOTWC

There’s nothing we love more than to see Black people unabashedly share their accomplishments and encourage one another. Especially when locs, natural hair and braids are involved!

Thanks to Tyrone Jacobs, and his recent viral post to X, Black employees at NASA have started sharing their official government headshots and we can’t get enough.



https://www.becauseofthemwecan.com/blogs/the-feels/black-nasa-employees-go-viral-after-sharing-official-headshots 

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HBCU Students Make History

An excerpt from YahooFinance - 

These 3 Students Have Made HBCU History After Winning Astronaut Scholarships To Pursue STEM Careers

By Samantha Dorisca

Three Black women are making history at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro, NC.

According to WXII-12 in Winston-Salem, NC, students Kristi Barnes, Maya Odom, and Breyana Robinson have been selected as recipients of the 2023 Astronaut Scholarship. The scholarship is offered by the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF), which is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization established in 1984 by a group including the six surviving members of the “Mercury 7,” the U.S.’s first astronauts, per its website. The organization provides over 60 scholarships yearly.

Additionally, this scholarship is “among the largest merit-based monetary scholarships” distributed to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) undergraduate juniors and seniors.” Those who are recipients are supported with $15,000 and will receive mentorship and guidance from astronauts, top-tier executives, and industry leaders.

“I was thankful to get the scholarship,” Odom, an aspiring computer engineer, told WXII-12.

Robinson, an animal science major, commented, “To be able to win this award, it was surreal. I was like, ‘Oh my gosh’… It definitely helps me towards my goals because I want to go to vet school. I want to go to grad school.”

Winning the scholarship is a notable achievement in itself. It also marks the first time a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) has had more than one student honored with the Astronaut Scholarship simultaneously, WXII-12 noted.

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/3-students-made-hbcu-history-210443887.html

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Looking For Good Eats in Dallas? You're Welcome.

An excerpt from Travel Noire -

8 BLACK-OWNED RESTAURANTS TO VISIT IN DALLAS, TEXAS

Black restaurant owners are proving that Dallas deserves a seat at the table when it comes to the best culinary cities in the country.

By Mitti Hicks

Dallas will surprise foodies. While its southern sister, Houston, gets all the love for its flavorful food scene, Dallas is not lacking despite its nickname as the “City of Hate.” In fact, there’s a lot to love about Dallas’s food scene thanks to the Black restaurant owners providing some of the most flavorful and creative dishes throughout the metro.

Between fine dining, take-out, and gourmet fast food, Black restaurant owners are proving that Dallas deserves a seat at the table when it comes to the best culinary cities in the country. Get your appetites ready because the meals and flavors are big inside Black-owned restaurants in Dallas.

BIG CHICKEN



Retired Hall of Fame National Basketball Association star Shaquille O’Neal is the brains behind the national chain Big Chicken. While people know the center for his impressive stats as a professional basketball player, he’s giving people a taste of his childhood. The menu reflects flavors and favorites from his childhood. 

Big Chicken is known for its finger-licking chicken sandwiches. Guests can pair the sandwiches with the brand’s signature dish: Lucille’s Mac ‘n’ Cheese, just like his mom made it.

  • Location: Fort Worth
  • Owner: Shaquille O’Neal
  • Type of Cuisine: American
  • Menu Spotlight: The Ultimate Chicken Sandwich features its signature mac ‘n’ cheese, crispy fried onions, roasted garlic, and barbecue aioli sauce. A simpler option is available for people who don’t want the dressings. The Original Big Chicken Sandwich has pickles and the secret “Shaq sauce.”
  • Before you go: The Fort Worth location officially opens in late 2024.

INVASION



Chef Airric Heidelberg is the brains behind Invasion, a trendy and modern restaurant open for lunch, dinner, and late-night hours. He created a unique menu filled with what he calls “gourmet fast food.” His burgers and chicken sandwiches are a specialty packed with so much flavor that the restaurant is known as one of the best chicken sandwiches in the city.

  • Location: East Dallas
  • Owner: Chef Airric Heidelber
  • Type of Cuisine: American, “Gourmet Fast Food”
  • Menu Spotlight: The Kardi B is one of the most popular sandwiches on the menu. It comprises buttermilk-fried chicken breast, spicy mayo, and a pickled coleslaw jalapeno blend on a buttery toasted bun. Pair the Kardi B with Invasion Potatoes, country-style potatoes tossed in house-made invasion sauce and a sour cream ranch.
  • Before you go: The restaurant is not open on Mondays. You can order before you go.

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Thursday, May 30, 2024

Arabic Baby Names

An excerpt from Parade - 

205 Beautiful Arabic Names and Their Meanings to Inspire You

From last names to baby girl and boy names—we've got them all.

By LAURA BECK

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1. Layla – meaning "night"


2. Omar – meaning "flourishing"


3. Fatima – meaning "to abstain"


4. Ali – meaning "sublime, supreme"


5. Zara – meaning "flower"


6. Ibrahim – meaning "father of many"


7. Noor – meaning "light"


8. Ahmed – meaning "highly praised"


9. Aisha – meaning "living, prosperous"


10. Yusuf – meaning "God increases"


https://parade.com/living/arabic-baby-names


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He's Made New Fans All Over the World By His Kind Gesture, Including Me

An excerpt from InspireMore - 

Coldplay’s Chris Martin Stops On Way To Concert To Pick Up 64-Yr-Old Fan Struggling To Walk

By Kelsey Bjork


At 64 years old, Saundra Glenn says she doesn’t really go to music festivals anymore. That said, when she learned that Coldplay was making a rare visit to her UK city, Luton, she couldn’t resist. The popular band was set to perform during Radio 1’s Big Weekend. Everything was going smoothly at first, but on the way there Saundra began to struggle with what she calls her “dodgy right hip.”

As a result, Saundra took a moment to rest just as she was walking toward the accessibility box office. For a moment, she even considered going home to watch the performance. But the thought of never seeing Coldplay in her hometown again made her stay. Then, just in time, a black Mercedes parked next to her. A woman from inside offered to pick the struggling fan up — little did Saundra know, however, that Coldplay front-man, Chris Martin, was inside!

“The door opens and I said, ‘Oh that’s Chris Martin, I can’t get in with him’ and they said ‘yes you can,'” Saundra recalls.

As you can imagine, the ride to their destination is one that Saundra will never forget! In fact, the two of them became fast friends, joking around like “two old women,” as Saundra describes them.

https://www.inspiremore.com/coldplays-chris-martin-stops-on-way-to-concert-to-pick-up-64-yr-old-fan-struggling-to-walk/

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