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Latinos React to Fox News GOP Debate's Continued Anti-Immigration Rhetoric

Despite Republican front-runner Donald Trump's absence from the GOP debate on Thursday, attending candidates did little to distance themselves from the controversial figure's hateful and divisive rhetoric.

Marco Rubio Talks About God, Religion in Iowa

Presidential candidate Marco Rubio got religious in response to a question at an Iowa town hall appearance on Tuesday.

Panama to Establish Truth Commission on 1989 US Invasion

The United Nations and the Panamanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a workshop on Tuesday for civil society representatives to discuss the development of a truth commission on the 1989 U.S. invasion of Panama.

2016 Election Polls: Trump Extends Lead Over Cruz in Iowa

With four days remaining until the Iowa caucuses, new polling data shows Republican front-runner Donald Trump faring strong against his second-place rival, Ted Cruz.

Wal-Mart Joins Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Nestle to Provide Safe Drinking Water to Flint

Walmart is partnering with Pepsi, Coca-Cola, and Nestle to provide safe water to thousands of children in Flint, Michigan.

Argentina Combats Worst Locust Plague in 60 Years

Argentina is facing a locust plague the likes of which it is hasn't seen in decades, country officials said Monday.

National Effort Pulls Latinos to Pursue Citizenship, Deny Trump Presidency

The threat of Republican front-runner Donald Trump becoming president has motivated Latin American immigrants nationwide to pursue full citizenship.

US Eases More Travel, Financial Restrictions on Cuba

The White House announced Tuesday it would be lifting sanctions on Cuba, easing restrictions on financing American exports to the island nation in addition to other changes.

Jennifer Lopez Splits Pants During Las Vegas Concert

Pop star Jennifer Lopez experienced an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction during an otherwise great performance at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas on Saturday.

El Niño Causing Andean Glaciers to Melt at Fastest Rate in Years

New data revealed tropical glaciers are melting at the fastest rate in over a decade due to the latest El Niño event.

Authorities Search for 3 Inmates Who Escaped From Orange Country Jail

Authorities are on the hunt for three inmates who escaped the Orange County Central Men's Jail in Santa Anna, California, last Friday.

New Mexico to Implement Stricter Anti-Crime Legislation

At a time when the rest of the country is pulling back on harsh sentencing and criminal legislation, New Mexico is preparing to implement stricter anti-crime laws.

Cute Sloth Goes Viral After Rescue in Ecuador

A photo of an adorable little sloth clutching a traffic barrier in the middle of a road has gone viral, tugging heartstrings around the globe.

Miami-Dade County Commissioners Oppose Cuban Consulate

Leaders in Miami-Dade county Wednesday voted against supporting the arrival of a Cuban consulate to the city.

GOP Polls 2016: Trump Hits 48 Percent in Florida Poll

GOP front-runner Donald Trump has surged ahead in the Florida polls, according to a January report from Florida Atlantic University.

'Pawn Stars' Rick Harrison Endorses Marco Rubio in New Campaign Ad

The presidential campaign for Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., released a new advertisement on Thursday featuring a glowing endorsement from "Pawn Stars" star Rick Harrison.

Venezuela Calls for Emergency OPEC Meeting

Venezuela's government has requested OPEC hold an emergency meeting due to a collapse in oil prices that has left the country's economy in dire straits, sources at the company said Wednesday.

Congressman Hunter Again Seeks Top Honor for Fallen Marine Peralta

A Republican Congressman from San Diego County wrote to the U.S. Marine Corps Thursday, calling for one of their late members to be awarded the Medal of Honor.

Mexico to Hold First National Forum on Marijuana Legalization

Mexico will hold its first national forum debating the legal use of marijuana on Jan. 26 in Cancun, an Interior Ministry official said this week.

Latino Rebels Launches MigraMap to Track Deportations

Alternative news outlet and social commentary site, Latino Rebels, launched a crowdsourcing initiative to track ICE deportation raids on Monday.

Bernie Sanders Gaining on Hillary Clinton's Lead, Monmouth National Poll Shows

A new poll from Monmouth University shows Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders quickly closing in on frontrunner Hillary Clinton.

Univision Purchases Controlling Stake in The Onion

Univision Communications Inc. announced Tuesday they have acquired a controlling stake in the famed satirical news outlet, The Onion.

El Chapo Under Extreme Watch, Forced to Switch Cells, New Photo Shows

Extreme precautions are being used to ensure infamous drug lord "El Chapo" does not escape from his current prison in Altiplano, a new report says.

SCOTUS Agrees to Review DAPA Case

The Supreme Court agreed on Tuesday to consider a legal challenge to President Obama's executive action, allowing for certain undocumented immigrants to remain in the United States.

Carlos Santana Publishes Open Letter, Thanking Obama and Criticizing Trump

Legendary Latin musician Carlos Santana showed his appreciation for President Obama in an open letter posted to Facebook last Wednesday.
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