Culture

Ban on Blood Donation From Gay and Bisexual Men May Be Partially Revoked by Congress

Ban on blood donation from gay or bisexual men may be partially revoked
Laura Saavedra

Colombian Beauty Queen Confuses Nelson Mandela For Beauty Pageant Founder

A beauty queen's mistake became a trending topic on Twitter.

Puerto Ricans Upset With Univision, Over 30,000 Facebook Users Vow to Boycott

Page now has almost 35,000 likes
Authors Esmeralda Santiago, Andrés Neuman Among Several Latino Writers Making National Appearances

Authors Esmeralda Santiago, Andrés Neuman Among Several Latino Writers Making National Appearances

With "Traveller of the Century," Neuman taught attendees at his recent appearance in New York City that transacting can be an act of love, and love can be an act of translating. With humor and charm, listeners learned that explanative meaning, exact feeling and precise words are efforts inherent to translation and love, as it was with protagonists Sophie and Hans.
Spanish-Language Version of Groundbreaking Film About Menopause Could Be Available to Latinas

Spanish-Language Version of Groundbreaking Film About Menopause Could Be Available to Latinas

When the award-winning documentary about fact and fiction surrounding menopause, "Hot Flash Havoc," was released in 2012 it transformed the lives of many women experiencing "the change." Now, the creators to the revolutionary film are looking to reach Spanish-speaking audiences, by working toward developing the film in Spanish.
'Interstellar' Star Matthew McConaughey

'Interstellar' Star Matthew McConaughey on Why Peruvian Jungle Was Pivotal Turing Point in His Career

"Interstellar" star Matthew McConaughey may have gone to the ends of earth and beyond in his latest, Chris Nolan-directed blockbuster, but during a turning point in his career he decided to venture off to Peru in search of some clarity and to flee his new-found fame.
José Abreu's Improbable Journey From Cuba Capped by Incredible Award-Winning MLB Rookie Season

José Abreu's Improbable Journey From Cuba Capped by Incredible Award-Winning MLB Rookie Season

Chicago White Sox first baseman José Abreu has won the 2014 American League Rookie of the Year Award. Not only did the Cuban-born Abreu win Rookie of the Year, but he had one of the greatest seasons of all time by a rookie, and his journey into Major League Baseball was even more impressive.

Machismo Culture Could be Used to Cure Attitudes Facing Latino LGBTQ Youth

For many, the anti-LGBT sentiment is connected to religious teachings and upbringings within Latino households. And when deep rooted religious understanding is paired with machismo attitudes and incorrect information about homosexuality, it perpetuates hostility and homophobia.

Chile Announces Special Prosecutor to Investigate Organized Crime

Chile announces special prosecutor to investigate organized crime
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Brazil Touted as New Hot Spot for Foreign Brand Fashion Labels

Brazil touted as new hot spot for foreign brand fashion labels
Mayor Bill de Blasio

NYC Mayor Bill De Blasio and Fellow Democrats Head To Puerto Rico For Somos Conference

NYC Mayor De Blasio and NY Democrats head to Puerto Rico for Somos Conference.
AT&T

AT&T to Pay $2.5 Billion to Expand Into Mexico by Buying Iusacell

AT&T agrees to pay $2.5 billion to expand market into Mexico by buying Iusacell

PALABRAS: "The Doctor's Wife" Author Luis Jaramillo Discusses His Inspiration, Family & Future Latino Literature Boom

Director of the graduate writing program at The New School by day, and routine attendee of readings and publishing events by night, acclaimed author Luis Jaramillo discusses his hit book, "The Doctor's Wife," as well as his family roots, the inspiration that helped him pen his latest work, and the pending explosion of Latino literature.
Afro-Latino

The Black-Brown Divide: Conversations on Race and Blackness in Latin America and the U.S.

"We're all mixed" or "what is race?" is often asserted by many Latinos. However, race is apparent to those who are at the receiving end of disadvantage. This was something that was illuminated by scholars, activists and cultural representatives from Latino grassroots organizations gathered at the three-day AfroLatin@s Now: Race Counts! Conference, which took place at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in late October.
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Latin Social Media Roundup: Salma Hayek and Adriana Barraza Get Their Activism On

Taking a look at Latino celebrities on social media this week, actresses Salma Hayek and Adriana Barraza are out saving the world one step at a time.
Miss Bumbum

Miss Bumbum 2014: Brazil Competition Narrowed Down to 15 Contestants; See Who's Still In

After weeks of voting, the contestants of Brazil's Miss Bumbum contest have been narrowed down.
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Hispandering: Latino/Hispanic Market Targeted by Offensive, Insensitive Ad Campaigns

Hispandering, to some, happens to be media that's curated specifically for Latino/Hispanic consumption, to make products more desirable and "digestible" for the selected niche audience. To others, the recess marketing term is an aggressive tactic, charged with somewhat offensive content and an intention to conquer the monolithic Latino market.
Cuba's Capital Havana Prepares For Pope Benedict XVI Visit To The Island Nation

First New Catholic Church in Cuba in 55 years Signals Change for Cuban Government

New church in Cuba after 55 years signals change for Catholic relations

Slovenian Archaeologist Ivan Šprajc Finds Two New Ancient Mayan Ruins

Slovenian archaeologist uncovers unique findings in Mayan cities

Guerrero Governor Says Missing Students May Still Be Alive

A week after the governor of a Mexican state, where 43 students disappeared after a day of violence, resigned, the acting governor has said there may be signs the students are alive.
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