Articles by Jaclyn Diaz

Jaclyn Diaz


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Venezuela Shoppers Paying Over $700 for Condoms Amid High Rates, Statistics of HIV, AIDS & Teen Pregnancies

Trojan condoms now cost a month's wages for an average person in Venezuela. A box of 36 condoms can cost upwards of $755 for Venezuelans.

Patricia Valasquez Comes Out as Lesbian in Memoir

Venezuelan model comes out as gay in her new memoir Venezuelan supermodel Patricia Velasquez has revealed she is gay in her new memoir. Velasquez, often referred to as the "first Latina supermodel," opened up about her sexuality in her new book, "Straight Walk: A Supermodel's Journey to Finding Her Truth.

AMC 'Better Call Saul' Season 1, Episode 1 Spoilers, Recap & Review: Spinoff Premiere Brings Stylistic Beauty Known in 'Breaking Bad'

"Better Call Saul" begins where Saul Goodman's character ends. The prequel to the hit series, "Breaking Bad", will answer the question, how does he get there from here?

US, Cuba Relations 2015: End of Cuba Embargo May Bring Lawsuits, Competition to Miami's Tobacco Industry

The renewed push to normalize diplomatic relations has cigar fans excited as the end of the embargo may allow for Cuban cigars to be sold legally in the U.S.

Nigeria Elections: Presidential Elections Postponed Following Increased Violence by Boko Haram

Nigeria will postpose presidential elections amidst continued violence from Boko Haram. The Nigerian government announced Saturday plans to postpone its Feb.

HIV, Syphilis Testing May Be Possible Through App and $34 Attachment

Researchers at Columbia University developed a device to test for sexually transmitted infections. Researchers at Columbia University have taken the inner workings of a laboratory test for sexually transmitted diseases and made them accessible for an iPhone, Voxxi reports.

Measles Outbreak 2015: By 2017, University of California Will Require Students to Receive Measles, Mumps, Rubella Vaccines

Starting in 2017, the University of California school system will requires students to receive the measles, mumps, rubella, chickenpox, meningococcus, tetanus and whooping cough vaccination.

U.S. Foreign Policy: President Obama Releases Revised Security Strategy Detailing Priorities for Remainder of Term

New strategy includes tackling violent extremism, Russian aggression, cyberattacks, etc. Includes international coalition to battle issues.

Only 5 Percent of Undocumented Immigrants Signed Up for Dominican Republic Residence Permit Under Law Reportedly Targeted at Haitians

Tens of thousands of individuals born in the Dominican Republic to undocumented immigrant parents may be at risk of expulsion. Those who did not register for residence prior to the Feb. 1 deadline could be forced to leave the island country.

Ebola Virus Disease Facts, News & Symptoms List 2015: Survivors of Outbreak Now Reporting New PES Syndrome Causing Blindness, Mental Illness

Survivors of Ebola have been dealing with severe side effects from the illness, and now a report shows people who've fought the deadly Ebola disease are now experiencing a number of additional health issues.

Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla Reportedly Working on Tax Reform Plan to Fix $168B Debt, Bankruptcy

Puerto Rico is currently $168 billion in debt and bankrupt Earlier this week Puerto Rican newspaper El Nuevo Dia published a front-page story reporting the island is bankrupt.

Dozens of Holocaust Survivors and Victims' Relatives to Be Plaintiffs in Germany Trial of Former Nazi Oskar Groening

A former Nazi death camp guard will go on trial in Germany in April. A former Nazi death camp guard will go on trial in Germany in April. According to the BBC, Oskar Groening, known as the "bookkeeper of Auschwitz," faces 300,000 charges of accessory to murder.

Uber in India: Company to Look at Criminal Court Records When Choosing Drivers After Rape Accusation, Ban

The U.S. company Uber Technologies Inc. has tightened background screening of drivers in India. The U. S. company Uber Technologies Inc. has tightened background screening of drivers in India.

Al-Jazeera Journalist Peter Greste Released From Cairo, Egypt Jail After 400 Days

After 400 days in a Cairo prison, Al-Jazeera journalist Peter Greste was released from jail and will return home to Australia.

Cuba News: Cuban-American Politicians, Florida Legislators Seek Law Reform, Stricter Immigration Laws for Immigrants From Cuba

Cuban-American politicians and local officials in Florida are calling for reconsideration of the 1966 American policy giving Cubans broader protections than other immigrants arriving in the United States receive.

GM Recall: Hundreds More Join List of Victim Compensation Claims; General Motors Faulty Ignition Switch Caused 51 Deaths So Far

The number of death and injury claims connected to the faulty General Motors Co. ignition switch could rise

California Latinos Delay Supporting Kamala Harris's US Senate Run As They Hope Antonio Villaraigosa Enters Race

It appears many are waiting to see if former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa will enter the race.

Hispanic and Asian Children at Higher Rate for Leukemia Treatment Resistance

Hispanic and Asian children are more likely to possess genetic variations that make some patients intolerant to the treatment for Acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Super Bowl 2015: 5 Best Super Bowl Commercials Starring Danny Trejo, Zoe Saldana, Naya Rivera & More Latinos [Watch]

Super Bowl commercials starring Latinos have been far and few in past years, but we did find the five best commercials starring Latinos in Super Bowl history.

Selena Quintanilla Death Update 2015: Festival to Honor Slain Mexican-American Singer

Mexican-American singer Selena Quintanilla's memory will be honored with a two-day music and film festival in her hometown of Corpus Christi.

Venezuela News 2015: Violences Increases Against Police Officers In Venezuela

Venezuelan police officers killed at a rate of nearly one a day. Venezuela reported 268 police officers murdered in 2014.

Breast Cancer Information and Patients: NYC ¡Cocinar Para Su Salud! Program Teaches Latinas Diet Tips to Reduce Risk of Disease

Researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and the New York City-based Cook for Your Life initiative created a program aimed at improving the health of Latina women with breast cancer. ¡Cocinar Para Su Salud! works to educate Latinas about the important dietary changes that are needed after a breast cancer diagnosis.

Republican and Democrat Senators Introduce Bill Allowing US Citizens to Travel, Bank in Cuba

Senators will introduce legislation on Thursday ending restrictions on U.S. travel to Cuba. Senators will introduce legislation on Thursday ending restrictions on U.

DEA Has Been Tracking License Plates: ACLU Questions 'Unconscionable' Use of Justice Department Technology

The Wall Street Journal released a report stating the Justice Department has been secretly gathering information on motorists in order to build a national database tracking the movement of vehicles across the country.

United Nations Organizes Release of 3,000 Children Soldiers in South Sudan

The United Nations secured a pledge for the release of about 3,000 child soldiers in South Sudan The United Nations secured a pledge for the release of about 3,000 child soldiers in South Sudan, according to a report by Reuters released on Tuesday.
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