By Jose Sueiro Metro Diversity.com At first sight the young Mexican American, Martin Diego García appears to be one of those youth focused on ‘chatting’, a nerd occupied with his computer and always ‘texting’ friends and acquaintances. But look closely and you realize this man, with the baby face and librarian’s glasses, is a natural [...]
Video: Documentarian Ken Burns’ latest film captures the ugly reflection of US racism
LatinaLista — Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns is known for chronicling the pivotal moments in US history and so his latest film, Central Park FIVE, to be broadcast on April 16 via PBS stations, may have some scratching their heads as to the significance of such a horrendous crime story to US history. Central Park Five [...]
Artist open to expanding Kickstarter project of popular female cartoon characters beyond US borders
LatinaLista — Cartoon characters. They are more than just animated figures on a screen. For young boys and girls, cartoon characters serve as an introduction to role models. For that reason, it’s not uncommon for many adult women to cite cartoon characters as the first who inspired them to do and be more or enlightened [...]
NerdScholar Scholarship Study: What are students’ real chances at getting free money for college?
By Rachel NerdScholar NerdScholar’s scholarship study highlights the best time to apply and state and scholarship requirements that give the best advantages. It is well known that the price tag on an education is only increasing. As of last year, the average cost of public university tuition rose by 4.8%. Scholarships are one method that [...]
Social Impact Theater Enables Mexican Women to Confront Gender-Based Violence
By Mayela Sanchez Global Press Institute This week, a play debuted in Mexico City that enables victims of gender-based violence to face their fears and insecurities while informing the audience about the diverse forms that violence can take in society. Three out of five women have suffered some form of violence in Mexico. The play [...]
New San Antonio program helps drunk deputies get home safely
By Trey Hilburn La Prensa de San Antonio SAN ANTONIO — Lately San Antonio has seen an increasing number of deputies being arrested for drunk driving. In fact after winning the election, newly appointed Sheriff Susan Pamerleau has seen four deputies arrested for DWI in Bexar County alone. “My first week as sheriff I woke [...]
