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‘Project Enye' Documentary Puts Spotlight on First-Generation, US-Born Latinos

The documentary aims to showcase familial and cultural stories through video interviews, with the purpose of building community among Enyes and help them recover from the shame that many feel due to their racial background.

Total Roll Call: Attendance App Connects Teachers & Parents to Curb Student Truancy

Teachers have a hard time getting students to show up to class, much less on time, especially in underserved communities. Now there's an app that helps educators keep kids on track, by taking a new approach to the old ritual of taking attendance.

Best Solo Travel Destinations for Valentine’s Day

Single on Valentine’s Day? There’s a whole world out there waiting for you. Celebrate being free with a trip somewhere far from the happy couples. After all, hitting the road is an adventure, alone or not, and sometimes it’s even more rewarding to travel solo. Here are the top five destinations that will make travelers fall in love with the world.

‘Harry Potter’ Author J.K. Rowling to Be Honored With PEN Award for Literary Service

The magic of J.K. Rowling hasn't ceased as the author is set to receive the 2016 PEN/Allen Foundation Literary Service Award from the free-speech organization PEN American Center.

6 Foods You Should Avoid Eating to Prevent Food-Poisoning

Amid Chipotle’s E. coli and norovirus outbreaks, lawyer Bill Marler recently revealed six foods that should be avoided to prevent food-poisoning. He also explained why these foods are not worth the risks.

Tenochtitlan Sacrifices Involved Locals, Not Just Prisoners of War -- Study

Previously, it was widely believed that the humans sacrificed at the Great Temple of Tenochtitlan were prisoners of wars -- foreigners taken from conquered areas.

Breast Cancer Drug Could Treat Type 2 Diabetes, Obesity -- Aberdeen University

Fenretinide, a drug initially designed as a cure to breast cancer, could improve the lives of billions of people who are suffering with type-2 diabetes and obesity, researchers at the University of Aberdeen shared.

British Government, Bill Gates Pledge $4.3 Billion to Win the War on Malaria

Microsoft founder Bill Gates and British Chancellor George Osborne have pledge $4.3 billion (£3 billion) to fund a five year research to eradicate malaria.

8 Kick-Ass Latin Superheroes You Probably Have Not Heard of

People worldwide are familiar with superheroes that were popularized by Marvel’s DC comics. Most of the stories were also adapted into films and they have always been box office hits around the world. But do you know that Latin America also has its own set of superheroes that can rival the likes of Batman, Superman and Spiderman?

Mexicali Has the Largest 'Chinatown' in Mexico, Although It Is All Underground

The capital of Baja is also home to the largest “Chinatown” in all of Mexico –- a fact that may surprise not a few people in the country and even abroad.

Chef Lala: How She Deliciously Creates a Change for a Healthier and Better Life

Mexican foods are naturally known to be high in carbs, fats and calories. These delicacies might be like heaven sent for its creativity and flavor but these are still not good enough to make anyone healthier. So in order for Latinos to stay fit, most of them would sacrifice and deprive themselves with these delicious and mouth-watering treats.

Egypt to Prosecute 8 People for Damaging King Tut's Mask

Eight museum employees are facing disciplinary charges for damaging King Tutankhamun's mask that left scratches on the 3,300-year-old artifact. Prosecutors said in a statement on Sunday that they will also persecute the former head of the Egyptian Museum and the restoration department for failing to properly repair the Pharaoh's mask back in 2014.

Top 3 Latin Influences in 2016 Fashion Trends

This year heralds a new phase in fashion, although a not too different one from that of the past year. However, some of the trends that have been predicted to get even bigger in 2016 have Latin influences.

CELAC Summit: Latin American and Caribbean Leaders Ready to Meet in Ecuador

The foreign leaders from the member countries of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) were gathered Sunday to discuss and prepare for the 4th upcoming summit in Ecuador Wednesday next week.

8 Common Misconceptions About Latin Americans

There are many misconceptions and stereotypes about Latin America. While there may be truths in some, most of these mistaken beliefs are totally wrong.

Mardi Gras! Galveston 2016: February Parade, Events Schedule of Texas’ Largest Mardi Gras Celebration

The beautiful and colorful Galveston Mardi Gras! tradition will return to the island for two weeks this Feb. Its 105th celebration will be highlighted with 22 parades, five legant masked balls, 20 balcony parties and more than 30 concerts. The third largest Mardi Gras! celebration in the U.S. which will be on Jan. 29 until Feb. 9, 2016 is expected to gather 300,000 attendees who will hit Galveston's road to grab some beads.

Alien Life Already Extinct? ‘Gaian Bottleneck’ Hypothesis Explains Why Extraterrestrial Life Ceased to Exist

Have you ever wondered why we haven’t seen evidence of alien life? In a new research published in the journal Astrobiology, experts from The Australian National University explained why alien life might have become extinct very quickly.

A Sneak Peek on Latina Celebrities Diet

Take a sneak peek on some of the Latina celebreties diet. Celebrity bodies are without a doubt stunning and close to perfection. Fans can't help but wonder on what their diet secrets are as they'd flaunt their flawless physiques.

Unhealthy Diet Trends That Could Put You at Risk

From paleo diet to cotton diet, listed below are diet trends that can do more harm than good. Diet trends are becoming more absurd as people are becoming obsessed with weight loss.

Miami Dolphins Go International in Search of Cheerleaders in Latin America

Miami Dolphins announced Thursday that their organization will be the first in the National Football League (NFL) team to hold "multiple international cheerleader auditions" this spring in Mexico, Colombia, Brazil and Argentina.
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