Culture

Latinos Tend to Be Happy People -- Here Is Why

Previous surveys have identified Latin America as the hub of the happiest people in the world. Is it something in the water?

Number of Out-of-School, Out-of-Work Young Male Latinos Becomes Alarming

According to the World Bank, over 20 million young people in Latin America, from 15 to 24 years old, do not study or work.

Travel 2016: Greatest Adventures You Must Experience in Latin America

Adventure travel is on the rise and the Latin America region is the best place to start for budding adrenaline junkies. With some of the most stunning and treacherous landscapes in the world, travelers will not run out of stories and photos to share after taking on the challenges. It’s difficult to narrow down the must-do adventures in Latin America, but here are some of the best experiences in the various countries.

Dominican Man Buries Self to Convince President to Fix a Road

This Dominican man is showing protesters what dedication means. This Dominican man is showing protesters what dedication means. A man who goes by the nickname El Peregrino de Mogote is showing the president of the Dominican Republic that he takes road construction and protesting very seriously.

Brazil Congress at Odds Over Bill That Requires Users to Provide Personal Information to Every Website

A series of bills is being proposed which may require Brazilian internet users to provide their full identities online

Campaign for Young Fan in Lionel Messi Plastic Bag Jersey Goes Viral

The young lad was spotted on social media wearing a blue and white plastic bag with “Messi 10” written on the back in honor of his football idol.

'Mein Kampf' Banned From Publishing in Brazil; Jews Rejoice

Edipro, an editing firm in Brazil, decided to stop the initial printing of 1,000 copies of the book, stating that it was an old translation to Portuguese form the 1930s, and had no commentary.

Here's How Latinos Can Start Saving for Retirement

Based on data acquired by National Council of La Raza, nearly 70 percent of Latinos are less likely to put aside money for their retirement compared to their Caucasian counterparts, 40 percent of which are unlikely to have retirement funds.

Tips on Traveling With Your Parents, Kids

Taking kids on your travels abroad or miles away from home can be a trying experience. Having your own parents tagging along may sound like an even more complicated mix. But not necessarily, if you heed the following tips.

Miss Colombia Ariadna Gutierrez Forgives Steve Harvey for Giving Her a 'Nightmare'

A month after the 2016 Miss Universe competition, Colombia's Ariadna Gutierrez appears to have gotten over the headline-making faux pas committed by Steve Harvey.

Latino Kids Have More Access to Unhealthier Food Options

Add easy access to unhealthy food to the issue of having limited play spaces and you have Latino kids with a much higher risk for obesity compared to non-Latino children.

A Guide to an Enjoyable Camping Trip in Argentina

Argentina has the best camping grounds in Latin America. The country also offers the best outdoor experience so you can spend a fantastic time in such beautiful landscapes.

McDonald's Menu Items That Are Available Only in Latin America

McDonald's offers a variety of menus that's exclusively available in Latin America. Who would have thought breakfast a muffin topped with beans and melted cheese could so be mouth-watering? McDonald's goes all native with Latin American infused dishes bursting with flavor.

‘Persiguiendo el Sol' TV Series to Be Based on Colombian Superstar Juanes' Rise to Fame

The Grammy winner announced the new show, which translates to “Chasing the Sun.” It was recently revealed that the new TV series, “Persiguiendo el Sol,” loosely follows the life of Colombian superstar Juanes.

Feds Spend Over $400K in Tax Money to Text Latino Men to Get Healthy and Fit

A grant for the project stated that Mexican-American men report high rates of sedentariness and associated health conditions

'Broken-Heart Syndrome' Is Real -- Here Are the Symptoms

The Mayo Clinic acknowledges it; the American Heart Association affirms its existence. Broken-heart syndrome is indeed a real medical condition.

Chilean Astronomers Investigate Nearby Star Proxima Centauri While in Search for Earth-Like Planet

In the search for a planet that can support human life, a nearby star may perhaps hold the answers for a group of astronomers in Chile.

Why WhatsApp Stopped Charging Users Subscription Fees

Paradoxically, it's because the company wants to make more money. This week, the Facebook-owned instant messaging app WhatsApp announced it was eliminating the nominal $0.

Human Rights Group Slams Cuba on Religious Freedom

The human rights group Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) on Jan. 18 slammed the Cuban government for what it described as an "unprecedented crackdown on churches across the denominational spectrum."

Latinos in Arizona Pay Homage to MLK Through Voter Registration

In keeping with Martin Luther King's civil rights legacy, a number of leaders of Arizona's Latino population decided to give voter registration a boost Monday through a one-day summit in Phoenix.
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