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Wisconsin Activist Group Urges Hispanic Community to Walk Out on Jobs for 'A Day Without Latinos' Protest

An activist group in Wisconsin encouraged Hispanics to walk out from schools and offices to fight racism and immigrant rights.

United Airlines Submitting Application to Operate Flights Between US and Cuba

United Airlines celebrated the historic signing between the U.S. and Cuba that allows commercial flights for the first time since the 1959 revolution, per an official press release. The Chicago-based company is one of many major airlines who will submit an application to the Department of Transportation to start operating U.S.-Cuba flights.

United Airlines Mechanics Union Looking to Strike After Rejecting Final Contract Offer

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters that represents maintenance workers including mechanics rejected United Airlines final contract offer, per a Reuters report. Teamsters and United have been discussing a new joint deal for a year and have not reached a new contract for its maintenance staff since 2010 when United merged with Continental Airlines.

LGBT Website Mr. Hudson Focusing on Travel Destinations for Gay Men Launched

An LGBT website for gay men looking to explore beautiful places in the world was launched last Feb. 16, 2016, per a press release via the Digital Journal. The site is called Mr. Hudson and it offers a variety of guides for selected destinations for gay couples or solo gay adventurers.

Immigration Rights Protesters Shut Down Chicago Traffic, Calls to Stop Deportation Raids

Protestors took to the streets in downtown Chicago early Tuesday in an anti-deportation rally organizers say will not stop until Latino families are allowed to live in peace.

Nevada Caucus 2016: Over 194,000 Latinos Registered to Vote in 2016 Election, Says NALEO Analysis

More than 194,000 registered Latino voters are expected to participate in the upcoming Nevada caucus.

Cuba, US Sign Agreement to Restore Commerical Flights

The United States and Cuba took another progressive leap toward normalizing relations on Tuesday by signing an agreement to restore regular air service between the two countries for the first time in five decades.

Immigration News: Bernie Sanders Signs on Due Process Bill for Immigrant Children

The independent Vermont senator announced his support to guarantee undocumented immigrant children their right to due process.

Republican Latino Senate Candidate Responds to Celebrities' Anti-GOP Letter to Latino Community

Florida Lieutenant Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera wrote a letter to the Latino community in response to celebrities and advocates warning the electorate about the GOP.

Broccoli Cheddar Soup & Other Recipes to Help Slow Down Breast Cancer Growth

A new study suggests that a certain compound in broccoli help slow down breast cancer growth. A new study suggests that certain nutrients in broccoli help slow down breast cancer growth.

Mexico Police Find Load of Lollipops Containing Meth Capsules on Their Way to the U.S.

Authorities at the international airport of Mexico reportedly found lollipops, each containing a capsule of methamphetamine inside. The freight shipment came from Sinaloa and was bound for Omaha, Nebraska.

Ever Wondered What the Original Taco Bell Served? Check Out its First Ever Menu

Taco Bell is currently one of the biggest fast food chains in the world. The restaurant, however, came from very humble beginnings, similar to many successful startups. Here is its very first menu.

Syrian Refugees Await Humanitarian Aid on Pending Syria Ceasefire

Besieged areas in Syria will soon receive humanitarian aid from the United Nations once the ceasefire agreement transpires.

United Airlines Face Tough Competition in Asia Pacific With Qantas, Singapore Airlines

United Airlines is facing tough competition in Asia and the Pacific against two big airline carriers from the region, Qantas Airlines and Singapore Airlines. According to the Sydney Morning Herald, United is meeting their expectations in spite of Qantas Airlines' newly-formed alliance with American Airlines.

United States Approves First Factory in Cuba Since 1959 Revolution

The Department of Treasury has approved the first United States factory in Cuba since the 1959 revolution, per the Associated Press. The Alabama-based company led by Chief Executive Officer Horace Clemmons and co-founder Saul Berenthal will start the production of small tractors by 2017.

Why Cuba-US Travel Will Become Cheaper for Americans

Many Americans tourists are traveling to Cuba despite it being technically illegal until the U.S. and Cuba sign a civil aviation agreement. According to VOX Media, the agreement will be signed on Tuesday, Feb. 16, in Havana, and it will become cheaper for Americans to travel to Cuba.

Heartburn Medicines Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia: Study

A new study suggests that hearburn drugs can increase one's risk to dementia. Are you experiencing heartburn often? If you do, you should be careful with the medicines that you take.

Donald Trump on DREAMers: DACA Is 'Great' But Gives Disadvantage to US-Born Children

The Republican presidential front-runner, who once hosted DREAMers at his New York City penthouse, said that he wants "dreamers" to be born in the United States.

ICE Deportation Tactics Force Illinois Church to Action

Christian Pentecostal Church associate pastor Gerson Moreno and his congregation members are fighting back against the tactics of immigration officials.

Scalia Death: What's Next in Supreme Court's DACA, DAPA Case?

Despite the sudden passing of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, a decision on President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions lawsuit can still take place without him.