“Fort Bend County mourns with the family and friends of Deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal, our neighbors at the Harris County Sheriff’s office, and all those throughout our community that were touched by the kindness of Deputy Dhaliwal over a storied and trailblazing career in law enforcement. He was a groundbreaking officer in our region, state, and country because he worked hard to break barriers and received permission to wear the garb of his Sikh faith on patrol paving the way for so many and inspiring countless in the process. Deputy Dhaliwal was a shining example of the values we hold dear in our diverse region by exuding compassion and understanding in every aspect of his career from connecting with the youth to serving by example during the disaster of Hurricane Harvey. As a mark of solemn respect for the downed law enforcement officer, by the authority vested in me, I hereby order the flags of Fort Bend County be flown at half-staff until sunset on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019.”
Fort Bend County Sheriff Troy Nehls: “Deputy Dhaliwal led the way for others to serve their community without sacrificing the beliefs of their religion or culture. His death is truly a loss for our community.”
District Attorney Brian Middleton: “Due to Deputy Dhaliwal’s murder being apprehended and charged with capital murder, justice will be swift and proportionate to the crime. Deputy Dhaliwal paid the ultimate sacrifice for his service to the community. I and other law enforcement officials stand with Deputy Dhaliwal’s family and will insure Deputy Dhaliwal’s courage and service will never be forgotten.”
Gracias a su gran demanda popular, uno de los platillos favoritos de Panda Express, el Honey Sesame Chicken Breast, está devuelta al menú por sexta vez desde su primera aparición en el 2013; ¡ya que miles han solicitado su regreso vía redes sociales, peticiones, emails y llamadas!
Los fanáticos podrán disfrutar nuevamente de las deliciosas y crujientes tiras de pechuga de pollo junto a ejotes y pimientos amarillos bañados en una salsa de ajonjolí agridulce a base de miel orgánica.
El Honey Sesame Chicken Breast es un platillo inspirado en la cocina cantonesa. Según el Chef Jimmy Wang, tradicionalmente un pollo entero necesita ser marinado en miel y luego ser pasado por la freidora. Al finalizar se le agrega una salsa a base de miel, ajo y pimienta para aportarle un toque de humedad a las pechugas. Panda Express ha elevado aún más el sabor de este platillo incorporando semillas de ajonjolí tostadas en cada bocado. ¡Una delicia!
Fiel a su esencia innovadora en la cocina china-americana, Panda Express una vez más incluye a su menú por tiempo limitado este nuevo platillo libre de antibióticos y con un valor nutricional de 16 gramos de proteína por porción.
Rapide AMR represents the ultimate evolution of a spectacular & versatile sports car.
With enhanced performance, sharper dynamics and more powerful design language, Aston Martin has taken Rapide to new and exciting extremes.
Drawing inspiration from the concept car unveiled to great acclaim at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, Rapide AMR further enhances this charismatic four-door sports car. Incorporating a comprehensive suite of power, chassis and styling upgrades – plus a new interior treatment.
Official government fuel consumption figures in Litres/100 km (mpg): Urban 19.5 (14.5); Extra urban 9.5 (29.7); Combined 13.2 (21.4); CO2 emissions: 305 g/ km
POWERFUL DESIGN LANGUAGE
The design of the new Rapide AMR has changed little from the concept that was shown at the Geneva Motor Show in 2017, with a large and aggressive front grille that is reminiscent of the extreme track-only Vantage AMR Pro. Meanwhile the circular daytime running lights recall the recent Zagato models.
STANDARD & SILHOUETTE SCHEMES
Rapide AMR is available in three different design schemes.
The Standard and Silhouette schemes offer four colours – Mariana Blue, Scintilla Silver, Lightning Silver and Onyx Black – with the Standard scheme adding AMR Lime accents to the splitter, sills and rear diffuser. The Silhouette scheme eschews the Lime accents and instead adds a fulllength contrasting stripe in China Grey or Clubsport White.
SIGNATURE SCHEME
The Signature scheme matches Stirling Green paint with Lime accents and a Lime stripe for the definitive AMR look. This draws the closest visual link to the Aston Martin Racing team and the liveries of its race cars.
EVERY INCH A SPORTS CAR
At the heart of the Rapide AMR is a naturally aspirated drivetrain that draws much of its technology and character from the potent Aston Martin Vantage GT12.
Larger inlet manifolds with tuned length dual inlet runners enhance the airflow into the 6.0-litre V12 engine and, combined with new engine and gearbox calibration, this results in an increase in power.
BUILT FOR SPEED
The legendary V12 now puts out 603PS and 630NM of torque, while a new quad exhaust ensures a raucous sound befitting of the AMR badge.
HARNESSING THE POWER
To help launch from 0-60mph in just 4.2 seconds (0-100km/h in 4.4 seconds), the Rapide AMR has 21-inch wheels – a first for any Aston Martin – paired with ultra-high performance Michelin Super Sport tyres. The large, forged wheels have a multi spoke design that is not only very stiff but also aids brake cooling.
AGILE & DYNAMIC
Rapide AMR’s suspension has also received considerable attention. The new Rapide AMR rides 10mm lower than a Rapide S and although the three stage adaptive dampers remain, they have been thoroughly reengineered to create a car that is more focused, agile and dynamic.
Much of this development work has been completed at the AMR Performance Centre at the Nürburgring.
You can thank Santa Barbara for your obsession with avocado toast. Avocados were introduced to the U.S. in 1871 when Judge R.B. Ord of Santa Barbara imported the tree from Mexico.
WHEN TO GO
September – November
Santa Barbara is gorgeous no matter what time of year you visit. Peak travel season is summer, and you’ll find the beaches more crowded and the hotels pricier. We recommend traveling in early fall for cool temperatures, lower prices and lower chances of rain.
DISCOVERIES
If Everybody Had an Ocean
Santa Barbara is like most Southern California towns — a hub for fun in the sun. First up, the beaches. Head to Leadbetter Beach for surfing and paddleboarding, or Arroyo Burro Beach if you have a furry friend in tow.
When the sun starts to set, Butterfly Beach will provide the perfect viewpoint for an orange and purple sky. Take a stroll along Stearns Wharf, the oldest pier in California, or hop on a bike and explore the boardwalk, riding through golden rays filtering through tall palm trees. If you’re here in the early spring when the weather is chilly, bundle up and go whale watching or just sail around the harbor in style.
Look Deep Into Nature
Santa Barbara is pressed in on all sides by incredible natural splendor. To the east, the Santa Ynez mountains stretch into Santa Barbara’s backyard.
Take to Los Padres National Forest, a sprawling 1.75 million-acre preserve with over 300 miles of hiking trails and coastal treks. To the west, scattered in the ocean, is Channel Islands National Park, an archipelago of five islands packed full of adventures like snorkeling, sea cave exploring and hiking. If you want something close and easy, drive up to Knapp’s Castle, where a short hike will drop you at a set of ruins with stunning views.
Follow the Chardonnay
Once you leave the mountains, follow a different kind of trail straight to Santa Barbara’s wineries. Nearby Santa Ynez is one of California’s hidden wine gems, and there are dozens of vineyards scattered through the region just a short drive from the city. If you prefer staying downtown, however, the wine trail extends into Santa Barbara’s tasting rooms. Head to the Funk Zone, a vibrant area with tasting rooms, breweries and restaurants. Taste pinot noir in the city’s oldest winery, Santa Barbara Winery, or enjoy merlot with a view of the ocean at Deep Sea Wines.
City Life
The first thing you’ll notice about the city is the stunning red-roofed buildings and Spanish-influenced architecture. Art and history line the streets and there are a few must-see spots. Start at the old Courthouse whose tower offers a 360-view of the stunning buildings. Then hop over to Santa Barbara Mission before embarking on a walking tour of downtown to experience all the old buildings, stopping into boutique stores and restaurants along the way. When you need to get indoors, try Santa Barbara Sea Center for a fascinating look at ocean life, and MOXI, an engaging new museum devoted to technology and science.
WHAT TO EAT
Mexicali, Anyone?
Santa Barbara is an old haunt of Julia Child — so you know the food is going to be good. Mexican food especially dominates the culinary scene, with delicious spots like Mony’s and Corazon Cocina serving up mouth-watering options. For fresh seafood, Bluewater Grill is a classic housed in a lighthouse near the waterfront. Find a spot near a fire pit at the Sandbar for a cozy vibe, before slipping over to Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. for drinks.
STAY HERE
Sleepy Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara is, of course, home to some supremely luxurious hotels. The Hotel Californian and Hotel Santa Barbara are two classics that offer great experiences. If you want something a little better priced, head to West Beach. Try the Sandpiper Lodge, a motel that’s decently priced and in a great location. Finally, if you really want to rough it, Santa Barbara is home to some of the best beach campsites in California, like Refugio State Beach.
Red when ripe, chiles de arbol are small, slim and sold dried as well as fresh. These peppers have a bright, acidic heat similar to that of a Thai bird’s eye chile (making them a good substitute). Eating these may boost your metabolism, as capsaicin, the chemical in chile peppers that produces the heat, encourages the body to enter thermogenesis, burning more calories over a 24-hour period.
Ingredients
2 large ears corn, husked
½ tsp grape seed oil
⅛ tsp sea salt
1–2 fresh arbol chiles, seeded
1 lime zested and juiced
2 oz queso fresco, grated + additional for garnish (optional)
2 tbsp organic unsalted butter, melted, divided
4 lobster tails (4 oz each), in shell and split lengthwise
2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
Preparation
1. Grill vegetables: Preheat grill to medium. Brush corn with oil and sprinkle with salt. Place on grill and cook uncovered, turning occasionally, until charred in spots and kernels are softened, 12 to 15 minutes. Place chile on grill in final minute. On a cutting board, remove kernels from cobs with a sharp knife. In a small bowl, reserve ½ cup kernels. To a blender, add remaining kernels, chile, lime zest and juice, queso fresco and 1 tbsp butter. Purée until smooth.
2. Grill lobster: Increase heat on grill to medium-high. Brush cut sides of lobster tails with remaining 1 tbsp butter. Grill flesh side down, covered, for 2 minutes, or until flesh is opaque. Set aside to cool. Remove lobster tails from shells by pulling meat away with a fork.
3. Divide corn purée among 4 plates. Arrange 2 lobster tail halves onto each plate. Divide reserved corn kernels, chives and additional queso (if using) among plates.
Cuando comencé mi carrera me dedicaba a enseñar el “Arte de negociar” a ejecutivos y empresarios, y descubrí que las personas que piden más, siempre obtienen más. No importaba si pedían un mejor salario, un mejor descuento, o una mejor posición. Ese principio aplica tanto en los negocios como en las relaciones personales.
Por ejemplo, si tu marido nunca te ayuda con el trabajo de la casa, pero hoy tu estás cansada y deseas que esta noche sea él quien lave los platos y limpie la cocina, no se te ocurra pedirle únicamente eso. Aplica la regla #1 en la negociación: “Pide más… y obtendrás más”.
En esta negociación exige mucho más de lo que en realidad quieres obtener, dile a tu amorcito: “Mañana sábado tienes que levantarte a las 6:30 de la mañana para cortar el césped, pasar la aspiradora, lavar los dos autos y llevar los niños a la práctica de fútbol. Luego en la tarde pasa por casa de mami y llévala de compras y a cenar”.
Te aseguro que tu pareja dirá indignado, “¿!Qué¡? ¿Estas loca?”, A lo cual debes responder con dulzura, “Mi vida, si no quieres hacer todo eso mañana, esta noche lava los platos por favor”, y sin duda responderá deprisa: “¿¡dónde está la esponja y el jabón!?”. Tu pareja quedará complacido porque piensa que tuvo que hacer mucho menos de lo que pedías, sin saber que todo fue un truco sicológico.
SUSCRIBASE AHORA
En la vida y en los negocios las personas siempre darán menos de lo que pides, así que siempre pide más de lo que quieres. Tienes que cambiar la mentalidad de “¿para que pedir más, si no lo voy a conseguir?”. La razón por la cual una mujer no alcanza más éxitos, es porque no se atreve ha exigir más y se conforma con muy poco. Eleva tus expectativas, ten aspiraciones altas. De ahora en adelante aplica la regla dorada en negociación, “Pide más… y obtendrás más”.
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El gobierno del presidente Donald Trump pondrá fin a partir de la próxima semana a la política de “capturar y liberar” (“catch and release”, en inglés) de las familias centroamericanas indocumentadas que crucen la frontera sur y las devolverá a México o a sus lugares de origen.
Así lo anunció este lunes el secretario en funciones de Seguridad Nacional, Kevin McAleenan, quien anticipó que “con algunas excepciones humanitarias y médicas, el DHS (sigla en inglés del Departamento de Seguridad Nacional) ya no liberará unidades familiares de las estaciones de la Patrulla Fronteriza en el interior” del país.
Las autoridades definen unidades familiares o familias a individuos acompañados de un menor, un progenitor o un tutor legal.
El funcionario indicó que esto busca mitigar los “vacíos legales” que actúan como un “factor de atracción” para las familias indocumentadas que atraviesan la frontera, señaló un comunicado de su despacho que recogió partes del discurso del secretario en funciones en el centro de pensamiento Council Foreign Relations.
En la actualidad, decenas familias indocumentadas son dejadas en libertad en territorio estadounidense luego de cruzar la frontera sur sin papeles y entregarse a las autoridades estadounidenses para solicitar asilo.
Según la nota del DHS, si las familias inmigrantes no expresan temor a retornar serán devueltas rápidamente a su país de origen.
En el caso de que manifiesten temor de retornar, serán enviadas a México según los Protocolos de Protección de Migrantes (PPM).
La política estadounidense de PPM, más conocida como “Permanezcan en México”, permite a Estados Unidos devolver al país vecino a aquellos indocumentados que llegan a la frontera y solicitan asilo (sin importar de dónde provengan) para que esperen allí a que se resuelvan sus casos en EEUU, un proceso que puede durar años.
McAleenan apuntó que las familias constituyen “el mayor grupo demográfico por volumen que ha llegado a la frontera este año”.
Según el DHS, las detenciones en la frontera con México “han alcanzado niveles récord este año”.
El pasado 9 de septiembre, la Oficina de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza (CBP, en inglés) informó que 50,693 personas fueron detenidas en la frontera con México en agosto frente a las 71,982 de julio pasado.
De ese total, 25.057 conformaban una familia, mientras que las detenciones de adultos solos sumaron 21,907 en agosto y las de menores no acompañados 3,729.
En mayo, el total de detenidos y no admitidos ascendió a 144,255, cifra que superó las estadísticas mensuales de los últimos cinco años. En ese mes, fueron arrestadas 84,490 familias.
Moving to the Future, the campaign to pass the METRO Proposition, a $3.5 billion bond initiative on the November 2019 ballot, announced the results of a new poll today: 70% of likely voters currently supporting the proposition; 23% oppose the measure; and 7% are undecided.
Campaign spokesperson Sue Davis said, “We are very encouraged by these poll results. The voters are sending a clear message: They want more transit, less traffic and better roads. That’s exactly what the METRO Proposition will accomplish – without raising taxes.”
The poll of likely November voters was conducted by FM3 Research, a nationally recognized polling firm with extensive experience polling transit measures. The poll found that large majorities of voters reported top concerns that included traffic congestion, the condition of local streets and roads, the lack of public transit and air pollution and smog.
The METRO Proposition provides funding to implement the METRONext Moving Forward Plan, which increases high-capacity rapid transit services, including:
-Providing more than $4 billion over 20 years to fix our streets and sidewalks
-Extending existing light rail lines and adding a light rail line to Hobby Airport
-Expanding park & rides and commuter service on most major freeways
-Improving service on 260 miles of bus routes
-Creating new Metro Rapid high-speed bus lines which have many of the same advantages as rail, at a fraction of the cost
The funds would be provided by the sale of up to $3.5 billion in bonds over 20 years with no new taxes. METRO would also apply for federal matching funds – up to an additional $3.5 billion. Together with $500,000 in local funds, METRO’s potential investment in the region’s transportation system and infrastructure is $7.5 billion.
Roads and several communities were still submerged in 2-3 feet of water in southeastern Texas Friday after days of heavy rainfall from Tropical Rainstorm Imelda. Imelda, which came ashore as a tropical storm Tuesday, spawned rising floodwaters that turned deadly and left a bridge potentially damaged after runaway barges collided with it.
The slow-moving tropical system’s torrential rain caused a devastating scene Wednesday into Thursday that was reminiscent of Hurricane Harvey’s deluge just two years ago. The flooding prompted hundreds of water rescues as well as more than 1,000 calls for assistance.
Authorities said at least five deaths can be blamed on the widespread flooding. The first happened in Jefferson County when a person drowned while trying to move a horse to safety. Three of the deaths occurred in vehicles caught up in floodwaters. A man found in a ditch outside of Houston on Friday reportedly drowned.
Officials closed a stretch of Interstate 10 east of Houston on Friday to inspect it for structural damage after several barges slammed into a bridge along the swollen San Jacinto River.
Aerial footage captured by AccuWeather National Reporter Jonathan Petramala showed one of the barges jammed underneath the empty interstate.
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Department of Transportation and United States Coast Guard responded to the bridge near Channelview, Texas.
“At 12:05 a.m., Sector Houston-Galveston watchstanders received a report that nine barges had broken away from their moorings at the San Jacinto River Fleet, north of the San Jacinto River bridge,” Coast Guard officials said in a statement.
A Coast Guard helicopter and boat crew were diverted to the scene.
The Coast Guard said that vessel movement under the I-10 bridge was suspended Thursday evening due to strong currents. The suspension remained in effect into Friday.
Gonzalez also said that one of his deputies had been swept away in floodwaters while responding to a citizen in need of rescue in Huffman, Texas, which is located near the outer reaches of Lake Houston.
While the sheriff ‘s office lost contact with the deputy for a time, the deputy and citizen, who weren’t identified, were eventually both located and were said to be in good condition.
Gonzalez said it was a multi-agency response involving the Coast Guard as well as the Houston Police Department. Houston officials said that more than 1,600 vehicles had been towed from city streets as of 10 a.m. Friday. Additional tows of abandoned vehicles in parking lots, medians and roadways were ongoing.
The highest rainfall report came in from around the Beaumont-Port Arthur areas. An observation site near Taylor’s Bayou near Hamshire reported 43.39 inches
inches of rain. Hamshire is about 65 miles east of Houston. Several other areas topped the 40-inch mark, including Mayhaw Bayou (42.64 inches) and Taylor’s Bayou (41.57 inches).
The torrents of rain that Imelda unleashed set numerous records, and the storm also became the seventh-wettest tropical cyclone in U.S. history.
For Houston, Thursday was the wettest calendar day ever recorded in the month of September and the fifth-wettest day ever recorded. Houston’s Hobby Airport set daily records on Tuesday and
Wednesday and the monthly total is now 11.37 inches, good for the third-wettest September on record for that site.
While Houston initially avoided the heaviest rainfall from Imelda, heavier bands of rain began shifting southward over the city late Thursday morning, and bayous were rising rapidly, according to AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Alex Sosnowski.
On Thursday afternoon, a very heavy rain band east of Houston continued to drop copious rainfall amounts of 3 to 4 inches per hour, adding to the significant and
even major flooding that is ongoing, forecasters said.
One Texas couple spent seven hours inside their vehicle, trapped in floodwaters as they waited to be rescued. Tina and Robert Horne had gone out to make a grocery run and suddenly found themselves overwhelmed by Imelda’s surging floodwaters in Splendora, about a 40-mile drive north of Houston.
“I hit that water and poof, that was it,” Robert told KTRK’s Ted Oberg. “My car was floating.” Firefighters used a zodiac boat to reach the couple in water that was nearly chest deep, according to Robert, and then usher them to dry land.
Tina said she clung to her husband to prevent being swept away by the current from the rushing floodwaters. The Hornes were weary after the ordeal, but glad to be safe — two of hundreds who need rescuing from stranded vehicles.
In a Friday afternoon update, the Harris County Sheriff ‘s Office said they responded to 422 high-water rescues, 36 major crashes and 357 stranded vehicles.
On Thursday Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declared a state of disaster for 13 counties that were experiencing the flooding. Gov. Abbott also declared a state of emergency to give counties access to state resources as they respond to the flooding.
“The State of Texas is working closely with local officials and emergency personnel to provide the resources they need to keep Texans safe from Tropical Storm Imelda,” Abbott said in a statement. “I thank our first responders who are acting swiftly to help the communities that are facing this severe weather event.
I urge all those in the path of this storm to take the necessary precautions and heed all warnings from local officials.”
In Vidor and Winnie, officials interviewed by separate media outlets both spoke of the dangerous waters and the severity being worse than Harvey in 2017. Vidor, Texas, Police Chief Rod Carroll told KFDM News that the situation in town was “catastrophic” and the flooding in town was worse than Harvey.
Videos on social media Thursday morning showed numerous water rescues being carried out by airboats, including some by the Texas Game Warden.
Farther south, Chambers County Emergency Management stated early Thursday morning that significant flooding was occurring in Winnie, with water coming into homes and businesses. Riceland
Hospital was evacuated, and a flood shelter had been opened at White’s Park Community Center.
The Chambers County Sheriff ‘s Office said the community of Winnie was “devastated” by rising water and high water rescue vehicles and airboats had been deployed.
In an interview with ABC News, Chambers County Sheriff Brian Hawthorne said the flooding in Winnie was “absolutely horrible” and homes and businesses that never got water during Hurricane Harvey in 2017 have been overwhelmed by flooding.
Elsewhere in Beaumont, the dual ABC/NBC affiliate,12 News, was forced to evacuate Thursday morning due to the rising floodwaters. The station said on its Facebook page that news anchors would broadcast from their sister station KHOU 11 out of Houston.
Imelda could be responsible for a few tornadoes that spun up in Chambers and Harris counties on Wednesday. Beaumont was under a tornado warning for a time early Thursday morning, but there were no initial reports of a confirmed tornado.
Este domingo se llevaron a cabo los premios Emmy en su edición número 71. La gala, que reconoce a lo mejor de la televisión estadounidense, tuvo su cita en el Microsoft Theatre de Los Angeles, California.
La ceremonia, al igual que los últimos Oscar, no tuvo un conductor/a. En esta oportunidad, ” Game of Thrones” tuvo 32 nominacion y se convirtió en la gran favorita de la noche. La producción de fantasía épica de HBO es la más premiada de la historia con 47 estatuillas. Esta fue la última vez que recibión un galardón ya que la serie se despidió de sus espectadores.
” Game of Thrones” ganó en la categoría “Mejor serie dramática” y se enfrentó a “Killing Eve”, “Better Call Saul”, “Bodyguard”, “Ozark”, “Pose”, “Succession” y “This is us”. “Mejor comedia” se lo llevó “Fleabag” y compitió contran “Barry”, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”, “The Good Place”, “Russian Doll”, “Schitt’s Creek” y “Veep”.
“Chernobyl” se llevó la estatuilla a “Mejor miniserie” (Reuters).
Por su parte, la producción que se llevó el premio en “Mejor miniserie” fue “Chernobyl”, la cual compartió categoría con “Escape at Dannemora”, “Fosse/Verdon”, “Sharp Objects” y “When they see us”. Sobre canales y plataformas, “HBO” volvió a quedarse con el lugar que había perdido en 2018 frente a ” Netflix”: obtuvo 137 nominaciones frente a 117 del sistema de streaming.
Mirá la lista completa de ganadores en los Emmys 2019:
