How much has the world changed in a hundred years? A lot, and a pair of maps -- a century apart -- have emerged to illustrate what has and hasn't changed in the art of travel in that span of time.
Radio La Colifata, a radio station based in Argentina is special and unique. Why one of a kind? Because it broadcasts within the confines of Hospital Jose Borda in Buenos Aires — a mental institution plus the patients themselves are the hosts.
Insurance policies are around for important reasons. Mainly, they are availed for protection against unforeseen risks in various aspects of life like education, home and death.
The first novel written by Claudia Meléndez Salinas has caught the attention of the literary community. "A Fighting Chance" tells the story of a young Latino who turns to boxing to have a better life.
Noider Almanza Barraza, the Colombian who burned the effigies of Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach and Steve Harvey on New Year's day, issued an apology via his Facebook account. The man apologized on Jan. 3 and said that he is also saddened by the reaction to what he did as he welcomed 2016.
Too many people think travel is a luxury, but the truth is, there's no need to blow all your money to see the world. With good deals, some patience and a little bit of luck, anyone can score their vacation time without making too much of a dent on their savings account. Try these handy guidelines on how to get your travel fix on a budget.
Climate change has always been on the news due to its negative effects on nature. Severe flooding, drought, melting glacier ice, super typhoons and animals going extinct are the most common things we hear about the changing climate. But there is one thing that is unheard of when it comes to global warming issues -- that certain foods are disappearing because of it.
Aside from being a top-earning actress on U.S. television and having bountiful clothing lines and endorsement deals, Sofia Vergara also co-owns Latin World Entertainment, a multi-million all-Mexican media empire, making her one of the toppest Latin entrepreneurs of our time.
Labeled as "The World's Most Popular and Fastest Growing Tequila" by Luxury Travel Magazine, Casamigos Tequila is now considered as the world's best after debuting in 2013.
2015 is saying goodbye soon and people from different countries all over the world are prepping up for some celebration and festivities to usher in the new year. This is also the time when traditions that have long been handed down from generation to generation are practiced. The typical ritual that has spread worldwide when the clock strikes 12 was for people to kiss those who are dear to them.
Puerto Rico lost 9 percent of its population since 2004 because of economic crisis caused by lack of liquidity after paying back its $72 billion public debt.
Quinceañera," an old Latin American tradition is back in business in Cuba.
"Quinceañera" is an age-old Latin American tradition that marks a young Latina's 15th birthday and is considered her rite of passage from a girl to womanhood. Naturally, a lot of families will want to give their daughters a wonderful experience. This Latin American established practice goes way back centuries ago. For now, some traces of the ancient celebrations remain including the traditional waltzes performed by Latin American girls.
New Year's Day always represents new beginning, a time for hope and to aim for new goals for the coming year. Most people also see this festivity as a chance to drive away bad luck and pray for better things to come ahead.
It’s always a good resolution to explore the world more in the wake of a brand new year. There’s so much to see and nothing holding you back, except maybe not enough cash in your bank account. Still, a limited budget won’t keep a good traveler down. If you know where to go -- and how -- even a few months’ worth of savings can take you to the best sights and sounds all around the world.
The late leftist leader in Brazil, Leonel Brizola, just became the latest added member in the honorary list of national heroes last Tuesday upon a passage of a law in Brazil, authorizing the inscription of Leonel de Moura Brizola in the exclusive "Book of National Heroes."
