Life

Lars-Kristian Eriksen

Norwegian Soccer Wife's Post Birth Pictures Draw Criticism

Caroline Berg Eriksen is the wife of Norwegian soccer player , Lars-Kristian Eriksen, and a health reporter. As a naturally thin woman, she didn't gain a lot of weight through her pregnancy with daughter Neilia. Four days after giving birth to Neilia, Caroline posted a picture of her post baby bod on Instagram, and oh the outrage and oh the debate it has caused!
Barbara Walters

Barbara Walters Announces "Most Fascinating People of 2013": KimYe, Miley, & "Duck Dynasty" Stars Amongst Honorees

In what is to be her last-ever "Most Fascinating People" special ever, journalist Barbara Walters has announced her list of Most Fascinating People of 2013.
Narcisco  Rodriguez

Cuban-American Narciso Rodriguez: A Timeless Designer

John F. Kennedy Jr. married Carolyn Bessette on September 21, 1996 on Cumberland Island, Georgia in a Baptist church. The classic wedding, noted for its regality, also earned the attention of fashion cognoscenti, who fell to their hands and knees after witnessing Besette's wedding dress, which was a stunning bias-cut sheath wedding dress with a matte silk crepe slip. That "sexy and ethereal" dress was designed by Bessette's close friend, Narcisco Rodriguez; and that design, one of the most duplicated silhouettes for more than a decade, relocated Rodriguez from the background of the fashion industry to the forefront.
Paul Walker

Paul Walker Sr., Father of Late Fast and Furious Star, Breaks His Silence

TMZ caught up to Paul Walker Sr. in L.A., who seemed disoriented, sad and just overwhelmed with sentiment. He says Paul's 15-year old daughter Meadow has "taking it really tough...but then again she has family around her and some very very loving friends...they're all close, there's a lot of hugging". He tells us that it helps to talk about him and remember him, mentioning the stories that he has learned of his son's kindness, truly beyond what anyone could image. He talks about a diamond ring he gave to a marine to give to his girl, "he did things like that for people, I don't think he wanted anyone to know". Paul Walker's heart was humble and his passion for giving wasn't for publicity, it came from within.

Latin American Art is a Hot Commodity in Miami: Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, London & Paris Also Want to Turn up the Heat

Miami Beach, Fla. is known for its nightlife, good food and tanned and toned beach-goers, but it's taking on another dimension on an artistic level. During a time when "interest has never been higher" for Latin American art, the vibrant, coastal city is embracing the Latin movement by opening its latest museum, the Pérez Art Museum Miami on Dec. 4.
Paul Walker in Chile

Paul Walker's Reach Out WorldWide: Looking Back at the Charitable Actor who Helped Chilean Earthquake Victims

"Fast & Furious" actor Paul Walker had the looks, the charm and the acting chops, but he also had a big heart - which led him to help others in need around the globe, including Chileans devastated by "a magnitude 8.8 earthquake that struck the area, triggering a tsunami and ravaging the country."
Jose Manuel Godinez-Samperio

Undocumented Dreamers Struggle to Become Lawyers

Black's Law dictionary indicates that a lawyer is a person "learned in the law," such as a solicitor, an attorney, a counselor, or an individual who practices law. Lawyering often occurs in courtrooms, during trails, and in front of jurors. Though, the role of lawyer varies across jurisdiction; and, apparently, the ability to become a lawyer depends on legal status in the United States, even if a non-citizen has met every requirement asked of him, including being granted deferred actions regarding his legal status.

President Obama Vows to Help Latino-Americans, Others Battle HIV/AIDS Epidemic

On Sunday, while many Americans were commuting back from their Thanksgiving weekend, lugging baggage and leftovers from Grandma, many might have been too busy to take a moment and reflect on World AIDS Day, which is observed every year on Dec. 1.
Maria Bello

Maria Bello Comes Out: Coyote Ugly Actress Says She Is Gay [VIDEO]

Maria Bello has publicly came out saying "I had become involved with a woman who was my best friend". The confession was prompted by her 12-year old son's curiosity, who asked her "if there was something she wasn't telling him?" She then decided to reveal her sexuality through a piece published in The New York Times called "Coming Out as a Modern Family".
Metro North

Deadly Metro-North Derailment in New York Kills 4, Wounds 64 [VIDEO]

A deadly Metro-North train derailment in New York has killed four people and wounded more than 60 others.
iphone fingerprint

Mobile App Could Help Couples Acquire Green Cards

The digital age has brought on a number of things: the ability to converse globally with a few clicks and strokes, to direct technology with our voices, to navigate cars that can self-correct, and to utilize phone applications that can do just about anything -including helping couples secure green cards?
write

Bilingual Writing Groups Encourage Freedom in Creative Writing

The DC Center for the LGBT community, which provides meeting spaces for addiction and recovery, arts, aging, careers, faith, families, health, military, sports, youth and HIV, also offers the Latino Queer Bilingual Writing Group.
Paul Walker

With Paul Walker's Death, What Will Happen to Fast & Furious 7?

Ironically enough, Walker died as he rode at the passenger's seat of his Porche, a fancy car just like the ones he so famously raced in the "Fast and Furious" films. Roger Rodas, "a well-respected financial adviser and the CEO of Walker's company Always Evolving", was identified as the driver of the vehicle that killed Walker. Rodas and Walker had met because of their shared passion for cars, becoming really good friends and business partners. Reports have confirmed that the accident occurred because of the speed in which the driver was going when he lost control and crashed into a tree. The fact that Walker lost his life in a car has "Fast and Furious" director James Wan unsure as to how to continue the story of the movie, while still respecting the memory of his dear friend and cast member.
Rihanna UNICEF

Rihanna Donates $100,000 To Philippines Typhoon Haiyan Relief Effort

In her efforts to help victims in need from Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines, Rihanna has recently pledged money for a worthwhile cause and encouraged her fans to do the same.

Internet Moguls and Immigrants Team Up for Immigration-Related Apps

CEO & Chairman of Facebook, Zuckerberg, became the 2nd youngest self-made billionaire in 2012; and, the affluent 29-year-old has opted to use that accumulated wealth for good, signing the "Giving Pledge" -a promise to donate 50% or more of his wealth to charity; gave millions to Newark Public schools, and gave 18 million Facebook shares to the Silicon Valley Community Foundation. Now, Zuckerberg, who was raised on a suburban lane with mansions and manicured lawns, is teaming up with Carlos Vargas, an immigrant from Mexico, and a number of others for a truly unique venture.

Latino Students' Success Could Rise with the Development of Latino-based Courses

Latino activists in Texas are demanding that public school curriculum reflect the Latino-heavy student body, and they are asking that the State Board of Education offer courses that resonate with Latino students, such as courses in Mexican-American studies.

Four Latina Lesbians Imprisoned for their Sexual Orientation Freed After More than 10 Years

Satanic ritual, involving the repeat assaults of two girls, aged 7 and 9, during a seven day sexually disturbing marathon, was the accusation. The women accused were Elizabeth Ramirez, Cassandra Rivera Kristie Mayhugh and Anna Vasquez, or better known as the "San Antonio Four." The four, all admitted lesbians, were targeted because of that fact.
AIDS Red Ribbon

World AIDS Day: Celebrations around the World

World AIDS Day recently celebrated its 25th anniversary on December 1 which helped the entire world reflect on the milestones made in heightening the awareness level of every person and community about the HIV epidemic around the globe.

Mexico to Break Guinness World Record for Largest Fashion Show?

In Mexico's legendary Chapultepec Park, more than 3,000 amateur models joined forces with budding local designers keen to draw global attention to their work with a world record, according to Reuters.
Raul H. Castro will be honored by the Consular Corp of Arizona in a special Galas slated for Dec. 11, 2013.

Raul H. Castro to be Honored by Consular Corp of Arizona in Dec. 11 Gala

Someone looking for a positive example of an immigrant "making good" in coming to the United States would not need to look much further than Raul Hector Castro of Arizona.
Real Time Analytics