Culture

U.S.-Cuba Relations: Countries Establish Direct Link to Make Phone Calls for First Time in 15 Years

The United States and Cuba have taken another step towards normalized relations after decades of a frozen relationship by re-establishing a direct telephone link for the first time in 15 years.

Mexico News & Dollar Exchange Update: Mexico to Sell US Money in Support of Peso

This week the Mexican peso has fallen to its weakest level to date against the U.S. dollar. This week the Mexican peso fell to its weakest level to date against the U.

King Juan Carlos News: Second Paternity Claim Against Former King Thrown Out by Spanish Court

On Wednesday the Supreme Court of Spain dismissed a second paternity suit brought against former King Juan Carlos.

Sci-Fi Author Daniel José Older Enchants the Public with his Speculative Fiction and Anti-Oppressive Power Analysis

The Bone Street Rumba urban fantasy series will only be a small part of author Daniel José Older's legacy. The Brooklyn-based, Boston-raised writer carries expertise in ghost noir, speculative fiction and anti-oppressive power analysis, which will ultimately prove how necessary his writing is.

Brazilian Governing Party Accused of Petrobras Kickbacks Worth Up to $200M

Pedro Barusco, the former Petrobras executive, made the accusation against the socialist party at a congressional hearing, alleging that the current treasurer of the Workers' Party had been involved in the scheme.

Brazil News: President Dilma Rousseff Signs Law for Tougher Penalties Against Murderers of Women and Girls

Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff, the country’s first female president, has just signed a new law that seeks to set tough new penalties for the murder of women and girls.

SXSW 2015 Dates, Music, Schedule & Lineup: Festival to Highlight 'Mexican Madonna' Gloria Trevi & Scandalous Biopic 'GLORIA' During SXAméricas Program

South by Southwest just got juicier for the SXAméricas Program. Dubbed the "Mexican Madonna" Gloria Trevi, an acclaimed performer, songwriter and multimillion selling recording artist is coming to SXSW for an in-depth interview and the premiere of a new film based on her life, "GLORIA."

Senator Patty Murray Discusses Proposed Women's Health Bill With Planned Parenthood

"The 21st Century Women's Health Act," new legislation proposed by senior United States Senator from Washington Patty Murray, is a bill that looks to honor progress made on behalf of women's reproductive health care, and it proposes to protect those advancements. In a recent teleconference with Planned Parenthood, Murray discussed the bill, equality, opportunity and women's health.

Women's History Month 2015: 10 Influential Female Athletes Who Made a Difference in Sports History

Women's History Month honors some of the most famous and notable females throughout history in multiple countries around the world. Here, Latin Post takes the time to honor those women and list 10 influential Latina athletes in sports.

Austin's Pachanga Latino Music Festival 2015 Expands to Houston & Dallas, First Round of Talent Announced

It's that time of year again and Austin, Texas, is not only bringing the heat and good eats, but it's brining the live, Latin tunes with its 8th Annual Pachanga Latino Music Festival on May 16 at Fiesta Gardens.

South America's Cocaine Industry in on the Decline, Impacting the International Drug Market

South America's cocaine industry is losing speed, according to recent reports, which suggests Colombia and Peru has seen a decline in production.

Venezuela Supermarket: Finger Scanners Installed to Reduce Food Hoarding

Faced with food shortages and an uncertain economy, Venezuela, as part a plan to initiate the rationing of food, will install 20,000 fingerprint scanners at supermarkets across the socialist country.

'Nuestra Belleza Latina' Recap: One Contestant Kisses Luis Coronel, Two Beauties Will Be Eliminated Next [Pics]

Former Miss Hispano-America Illinois Bridget Ruiz on Sunday was the fourth contestant to be eliminated from the ninth season of Univisión's "Nuestra Belleza Latina." Ruiz's defeat means that Nathalia Casco remains in the competition.

'Top Chef Estrellas' Season 2 Finale: Gabriel Coronel Beats Judith Grace, Actor Jokes That He Can't Even Cook Rice

Venezuelan actor and singer Gabriel Coronel on Sunday was crowned the winner of Telemundo's "Top Chef Estrellas" competition. The 28-year-old's triumph means that his chosen charity, Amigos For Kids - an organization that helps children in need - will take home $50,000.

International Women's Day: Eight New York Latinas Recognized for Their Contributions to the Arts and Culture

At the ninth annual commemorative ceremony to celebrate Ecuadorian politician Galo Plaza's New York birthplace, trailblazers Frida Kahlo, Gabriela Mistral and Julia de Burgos were honored, and so were eight other New York Latinas who are currently shaping the arts and culture.

NBA Top 10 International Scorers of All-Time: Pau Gasol Now First Place Among Hispanics in Points Scored in NBA History

Pau Gasol has made history once again. The Spanish power forward is now the all-time scorer in NBA history by a Hispanic player. Gasol overtook Rolando Blackman, and is now in fifth place among international scorers all-time.

BEHIND THE SCENES: 'Little Boy' Executive Producer Eduardo Verástegui Talks Filming American Film in Mexico

There's nothing more Americana than a Norman Rockwell painting where the artist captured the essence of American culture with the stroke of a paintbrush. Have you ever wondered what it would look like if Rockwell's paintings came to life during the 1940's, in the middle of World War II - but set in Mexico?Well Mexican Director Alejandro Monteverde, Mexican Executive Producer Eduardo Verástegui, and Executive Producers Roma Downey ("Touched by an Angel," "Son of God" & "The Bible" series) and Mark Burnett (producer of "The Voice," "Shark Tank," "Son of God" & "The Bible" series) have made this a reality with their upcoming major motion picture, "Little Boy," which hits theaters on April 24.

World's First Latina Supermodel Patricia Velasquez Hosts Book Release Party for Memoir, "Straight Walk"

"Straight Walk: A Supermodel's Journey To Finding Her Truth," is a memoir written by actress, model and business woman Patricia Velasquez, and the book had its coming out party this week at Teddy's in the swank and historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel in Los Angeles.

Maluma, Belinda Boyfriend, Girlfriend Rumors 2015: 'Carnaval' Singer Calls Belinda 'One of the Most Beautiful Women' He Has Seen, Denies They're Dating

Colombian singer Maluma has denied rumors that he is romantically involved with Belinda Peregrín. But that did not keep the reggaeton star from graciously complementing the Mexican artist.

Telenovelas Partly Inspired 'Downton Abbey,' Reveals Creator as Mexican First Lady Meets Cast

Mexican First Lady Angelica Rivera met some of the cast of "Downton Abbey" during her and her husband's visit to the United Kingdom. Though creator Julian Fellowes did not meet the first lady, he did meet President Pena Nieto.
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