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Mother’s Day Traditions in 7 Latin America Countries Mother’s Day Traditions in 7 Latin America Countries
Culture May 3, 2025

Mother’s Day Traditions in 7 Latin America Countries

From mariachis in Mexico to cemetery tributes in Peru, discover the unique ... more

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Sabor Latino: Juan Gabriel and Héctor Lavoe to the US Library of Congress Sabor Latino: Juan Gabriel and Héctor Lavoe to the US Library of Congress
Culture April 17, 2024

Sabor Latino: Juan Gabriel and Héctor Lavoe to the US Library of Congress

Hits by two late Latin music icons whose ballads and salsa songs ... more

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Women tattoo more than men; Latinos get tattoos less than blacks and more than whites Women tattoo more than men; Latinos get tattoos less than blacks and more than whites
Art August 16, 2023

Women tattoo more than men; Latinos get tattoos less than blacks and more than whites

Tattoos have become a more common sight in workplaces around the United ... more

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Ink Tourism: Why More Americans Are Getting Tattoos in Mexico Ink Tourism: Why More Americans Are Getting Tattoos in Mexico
Culture October 15, 2025

Ink Tourism: Why More Americans Are Getting Tattoos in Mexico

US Residents often cite lower prices and personalized attention when asked why ... more

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UCLA researcher finds first proof of menopause in wild chimpanzees UCLA researcher finds first proof of menopause in wild chimpanzees
Culture October 26, 2023

UCLA researcher finds first proof of menopause in wild chimpanzees

A team of researchers studying the Ngogo community of wild chimpanzees in ... more

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What is celebrated on May 5th in the United States? What is celebrated on May 5th in the United States?
Culture May 5, 2025

What is celebrated on May 5th in the United States?

Every May 5th, Americans enjoy beer, guacamole, nachos, and margaritas while celebrating ... more

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Could ants’ nests hold the secret to reducing traffic congestion on the 405 Freeway? Could ants’ nests hold the secret to reducing traffic congestion on the 405 Freeway?
Culture September 1, 2023

Could ants’ nests hold the secret to reducing traffic congestion on the 405 Freeway?

In a new study, UCLA biologists discovered insights about how ants build ... more

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The vast majority of Americans celebrate Thanksgiving, but their traditions vary widely The vast majority of Americans celebrate Thanksgiving, but their traditions vary widely
Culture November 22, 2024

The vast majority of Americans celebrate Thanksgiving, but their traditions vary widely

Just a few weeks after a divisive presidential election, millions of Americans ... more

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Komal: Wins Her First Michelin Star as a Tribute to Mexican Food Komal: Wins Her First Michelin Star as a Tribute to Mexican Food
Culture May 15, 2025

Komal: Wins Her First Michelin Star as a Tribute to Mexican Food

Mexican cuisine once again showcases the richness and variety that continues to ... more

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Americans’ Changing Relationship With Local News Americans’ Changing Relationship With Local News
Culture May 10, 2024

Americans’ Changing Relationship With Local News

The local news landscape in America is going through profound changes as ... more

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Why some Americans prefer to go to religious services in person Why some Americans prefer to go to religious services in person
Culture September 7, 2023

Why some Americans prefer to go to religious services in person

Some 17% of U.S. adults regularly attend religious services in person and ... more

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From García Márquez to Allende: Celebrated Latin American Authors Banned in the U.S. From García Márquez to Allende: Celebrated Latin American Authors Banned in the U.S.
Culture December 15, 2025

From García Márquez to Allende: Celebrated Latin American Authors Banned in the U.S.

Book bans in the United States are accelerating across schools and libraries, ... more

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Street Vendors: The Latin American Tradition Powering LA’s Streets Street Vendors: The Latin American Tradition Powering LA’s Streets
Culture May 26, 2025

Street Vendors: The Latin American Tradition Powering LA’s Streets

How immigrant entrepreneurs are shaping Los Angeles culture and economy—one tamale at ... more

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Trump Calls for Investigation of US Museums: “This Country Cannot be Woke” Trump Calls for Investigation of US Museums: “This Country Cannot be Woke”
Culture August 21, 2025

Trump Calls for Investigation of US Museums: “This Country Cannot be Woke”

US President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he has called for an ... more

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A World in White: 2024’s Streaming Hits Largely White, UCLA Study Reveals A World in White: 2024’s Streaming Hits Largely White, UCLA Study Reveals
Culture December 16, 2025

A World in White: 2024’s Streaming Hits Largely White, UCLA Study Reveals

In 2024, there were fewer leading roles featuring women and women of ... more

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Barack Obama Shares His Favorite Books of 2023 Barack Obama Shares His Favorite Books of 2023
Culture December 24, 2023

Barack Obama Shares His Favorite Books of 2023

The time has come for former President Barack Obama shares His Favorite ... more

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5 facts about how Mexicans view the U.S. and their own country 5 facts about how Mexicans view the U.S. and their own country
Culture September 12, 2023

5 facts about how Mexicans view the U.S. and their own country

Mexicans generally have favorable views of the United States and see it ... more