Culture

Despite Hispanic Spending Power, Half of Marketers Fail to Support Multicultural Marketing Initiatives

Although Hispanic consumers may hold $1.5 trillion in buying power, half of U.S. marketers have failed to establish multicultural marketing initiatives within their organizations, according to a new report.

SABOR: Chef Julian Medina Shares His Love of Fiery, Fun Flavors

Julian Medina, chef/owner of Toloache Bistro, Yerba Buena, Tolache Taqueria and Coppelia, was born to construct sophisticated Latin and international cuisine. For more than 20 years, Chef Julian has been crafting pan-Latin plates laden with deep flavors and intricate techniques.

SALUD: National Latino Health Study Boasts Key Findings

A first-time national study on Latino health risks and causes of death by the Centers for Disease Control details new information on the risk factors, prevalence of some diseases and the difference in health between foreign born Latinos and U. S. born Latinos.The "Vital Signs," report titled "A La Buena Salud--To Good Health," outlined and broke down within Latino subgroups, health risks as well as the leading causes of deaths in the Latino population in the United States.

MLB: Houston Astros Shortstop Carlos Correa Emerges as New Face of Puerto Rican Baseball

Carlos Correa is having a monster rookie season for the Houston Astros. Just 20 years old, Correa is now the face of Puerto Rican baseball, maybe sports in general.

Mexico vs Japan: Little League World Series 2015 Schedule, Brackets & Championship Preview

Mexico and Japan will square off in the International Championship of the 2015 Little League World Series.

PALABRAS: Author Daniel Gutierrez Teaches Value of Honesty, Peace, and Spirituality

Daniel Gutierrez is a motivational speaker and the author of the "Stepping Into Greatness: Success Is Up To You" and "Fifty Lessons I Learned on my Path to Peace and Tranquility." Beyond that, the humorous, charismatic and painstakingly honest thought leader has made openness and transformation his life's work.

Quarter of Tijuana, Juarez's Sex Workers Forced Into Sex Work as Minors

Young girls, not just women, are forced into prostitution in Tijuana and Juarez. Young girls, not just women, are forced into prostitution in Tijuana and Juarez.

Best Cities for Latinos: Baltimore Appeals to Latinos with Job Opportunities & Attractions

Baltimore, "The City That Reads" and the birthplace of the Star-Spangled Banner, is home to America's first Catholic cathedral, countless attractions and a developing Hispanic/Latino market.

MLB: Seattle Mariners' Felix Hernandez Still Alive in Wide Open CY Young Award Race

Seattle Mariners ace pitcher Felix Hernandez is still in the running for the American League CY Young Award.

Little League World Series 2015 Schedule, Brackets & Teams: Venezuela, Mexico, Japan Advance in Playoffs

The Little League World Series is coming to a close. Just four international squads and four American teams remain. Latin Post breaks down the brackets and provides a schedule for you.

Digital Divide Fades Among Millennial Social Media & News Consumers -- Study

Latinos and black millennials are technologically connected and consume social media and news content at similar levels to their White counterparts and the national average, according to a new poll by the American Press Institute and The Associated Press.

Wealth of Hispanics, Blacks Not Protected by Education: Report

Across all ethnic and racial groups, education is expected to unequivocally boost income and wealth, and "protect" against the pitfalls of economic and financial blows. However, the wealth of Hispanics and Blacks isn't protected by education.

Author Sergio Troncoso Shares Incredible Truths About the Border and Storytelling

Sergio Troncoso, author of "From This Wicked Patch of Dust" and "The Nature of Truth," was born to a legacy of storytellers, writers and educators, and he was obliged to follow suit and tell incredible truths and stories through writing --even if his grandfather warned him against it.

Latinos Still Owning Key Digital Technology User Trends

A 2015 study of Latinos' digital habits confirms that U.S. Hispanic consumers are still leading key technology and digital trends.

US, Cuba Relations: Cuban-American Poet Richard Blanco to Read Poem at Re-Opening of US Embassy in Havana

Cuban-American poet Richard Blanco, who has publicized he's "made in Cuba, assembled in Spain, imported to the USA," announced via Facebook on Wednesday that he will read a new poem at the re-opening of the U.S. Embassy in Havana on Friday.

Portrait of First Puerto Rico Gov. Luis Muñoz Marin Installed at Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery

The portrait of the first governor of Puerto Rico, Luis Muñoz Marin, made its Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery (NPG) debut on Thursday. Painted by Francisco Rodón, the oil-on-canvas portrait could play a major role in establishing a dialogue between U.S. and Puerto Rican history.

Cuban Author Yoss Discusses 'A Planet for Rent,' the Joys of Writing, and Cuban Economics

José Miguel Sánchez Gómez, author of "Timshel" Historia de Gladiadores" and "Los Pecios y Los Naufragos" is well-known around the island of Cuba as Yoss, a notable champion of science fiction and a leader of rock and roll.

MLB: Top 5 Highest Paid Cuban-Born Baseball Players Including Yasiel Puig & Jose Abreu

Major League Baseball is celebrating Cuban heritage this week. Latin Post lists the top five highest paid Cuban born players in the game today.

Sahar Paz, Author and Life Coach Says, 'Find Your Voice' and Use It to Share Personal Journey, Ease Depression

While conversations about social, educational and economic status of Latinas regularly mark the front of newspapers, talks about mental and emotional health aren't visited with the same regularity. Depression and suicide rates have increased for young Hispanic women. Also, Latinas are less likely to receive mental health support than White women or African American women, but one effective way for Latinas to address mental health challenges in their lives is for them to find their voices.

Diversity in Publishing: Should Multicultural Authors Skip Traditional Publishing, Pursue Self-Publishing to Share Their Stories?

Junot Díaz, Julia Alvarez, Isabel Allende, Sandra Cisneros and quite a few others are exceptions to the unwritten, well-practiced rule that Latinos can't penetrate the mainstream publishing industry. Nonetheless, some Latino authors are tired of fighting the good fight, and they've opted instead to pursue self-publishing.
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