Telemundo’s World Cup Coverage Showcases the Power of Spanish-Language Sports Broadcasting
Phil Hay from NY Times, The Athletic, writes about Telemundo bringing the 2026 FIFA World Cup to life with the passion, energy and cultural connection that have made Spanish-language soccer broadcasts an essential part of the tournament experience in the United...
NPR’s Alt.Latino Celebrates the Best Latin Music of 2026 So Far
On a new episode of Alt.Latino, hosts Felix Contreras and Anamaria Artemisa Sayre spotlight eight projects from across Latin America and its diaspora. Their selections span hip-hop, jazz, folk, alternative music and experimental sounds, demonstrating that Latin music...
From El Paso to the World Cup: Ricardo Pepi’s Family Sacrifices Fueled His Soccer Dream
Mike Gavin from NBC News writes about Mexican American soccer star Ricardo Pepi. Reaching the World Cup for Pepi was never an individual accomplishment. It was the result of years of determination, family support and sacrifices made both on and off the field. Born in...
9 Latina-Owned Body Care Products Bringing Culture and Luxury to Summer Beauty
Johanna Ferreira from HipLatina writes about Latina entrepreneurs reshaping the beauty industry with body care products rooted in culture, ancestral ingredients and intentional self-care. A recent HipLatina roundup highlights nine Latina-owned or Latina-founded brands...
Bad Bunny Makes Emmy History With Record-Breaking Super Bowl Halftime Show Nominations
Lily Brown from People writes about Bad Bunny continuing his historic run. The Puerto Rican superstar’s Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show received nine nominations for the 2026 Emmy Awards, making it the most-nominated Super Bowl halftime performance in Emmy...
Pitbull and Fans Set Guinness World Record at BST Hyde Park
Althea Legaspi from Rolling Stone writes about Miami’s own Pitbull making history at BST Hyde Park in London after more than 22,000 fans helped set a new Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people wearing bald caps. The record-breaking moment took place...
Latina Founder Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton Built a Nail Empire
Ann Dunning from Remezcla writes about Colombian-American entrepreneur Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton being the founder behind Chillhouse, the Latina-owned beauty and wellness brand that started in 2017 as a New York City café, nail salon, and massage boutique. When the...
Julia Alvarez Reflects on Aging, Mortality, and Why She’ll Never Stop Writing
Johanna Ferreira from HipLatina writes about Dominican American literary icon Julia Alvarez opening up about aging, legacy, and the power of storytelling in a new HipLatina interview. The acclaimed author, known for groundbreaking works such as How the García Girls...
Alt.Latino Spotlights Mon Laferte and Sparklmami in New NPR Music Episode
Felix Contreras and Anamaria Artemisa Sayre from NPR Music’s Alt.Latino are celebrating two powerful voices in Latin alternative music: Chilean-Mexican singer Mon Laferte and rising multidisciplinary artist Sparklmami. Alt.Latino dives into Mon Laferte’s new album,...
East Haven’s Jules Constantinople Achieves Pro Hockey Dream
John Pierson and Jason Levy from WTNH.com write about a lifelong dream becoming a reality for East Haven native, Puerto Rican Jules Constantinople, who was selected 25th overall by the Vancouver Goldeneyes in the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) Draft....
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Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in Miami This Weekend
Miami is preparing for a major Fourth of July weekend, with fireworks, drone shows, concerts, family activities, and waterfront celebrations planned across the city. According to Jesse Scott from Miami New Times, events will take place in several Miami-Dade locations,...
South Florida Rallies to Support Venezuela Earthquake Relief Efforts
Kari Barnett from the Sun Sentinel writes about South Florida organizations that are mobilizing to help families affected by the recent earthquakes in Venezuela, with donation drives and relief efforts underway across the region. Community members can support by...
Carín León Makes History at Inter Miami’s New Stadium
Tim Reynolds from ncnewsonline.com writes about Grammy and Latin Grammy-winning Mexican artist Carín León is set to make history as the first performer to headline a concert at Inter Miami’s newly opened stadium, home to soccer superstar Lionel Messi. He hopes his...
Dominican Artist Kandy G. Lopez Turns Yarn Into Powerful Portraits
Dominican artist Kandy G. Lopez is redefining portraiture through vibrant, larger-than-life “fiber paintings” that celebrate Afro-Caribbean and Black identity. Using yarn as her medium, Lopez creates textured portraits full of movement, color, and what she calls...
Miami Groups Launch Relief Efforts for Venezuela Earthquake Victims
Miami-based organizations are mobilizing to help victims of the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela. Groups including Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) are collecting donations, sending emergency supplies, and deploying aid teams to support affected communities. Click...
Mikel Brown Jr. Selected No. 6 Overall in 2026 NBA Draft
Brian Lewis from the NY Post writes about former Louisville standout Mikel Brown Jr. officially heading to Brooklyn after being selected sixth overall by the Nets in the 2026 NBA Draft. Despite battling injuries during his freshman season, Brown impressed scouts with...
West Palm Beach Cuban Restaurant Becomes First in the World to Earn a Michelin Star
WPBF writes about a Cuban restaurant in West Palm Beach that has made culinary history. Emelina, which opened earlier this year, has become the first Cuban restaurant in the world to receive a Michelin Star. Chef-owners Osmel Gonzalez and Camila Salazar called the...
Diego Luna Reflects on 1986 World Cup Heartbreak That Shaped His Love for Soccer
NBC News writes about how Actor Diego Luna shared a deeply personal memory tied to the 1986 FIFA World Cup, recalling how watching Mexico’s defeat left his father heartbroken and helped spark his own lifelong passion for soccer. The star discussed the emotional impact...
Gen N Sports: Messi Makes History as Argentina Opens World Cup Defense With 3–0 Win Over Algeria
Lionel Messi delivered another unforgettable World Cup moment as Argentina defeated Algeria 3–0 in their opening Group J match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Messi scored all three goals, recording his first World Cup hat-trick and tying Germany’s Miroslav Klose for the...
Remembering Dominican Music Legend Alex Bueno
Dominican music is mourning the loss of Alex Bueno, the beloved merengue and bachata singer known as “El Mayimbito” and “El Ruiseñor de la Sierra.” Bueno died on June 18, 2026, at age 62 after battling brain cancer. With classics like “Colegiala,” “Querida,” “Esa...
Record Review: Anthony Almonte, Conversando Con La Luna
Conversando Con La Luna: Anthony Almonte in the Pocket A born salsero — known to general audiences as the Disciples of Soul and E Street Band's singing percussionist — Anthony Almonte makes his solo debut: a salsa record with a rock heart, ten cuts deep, and a...
Afro-Cuban Art Takes Center Stage in Miami
The rich legacy of Afro-Cuban art is taking center stage in South Florida. The Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami is hosting two major exhibitions curated by Alejandro de la Fuente that explore more than 200 years of Afro-Cuban artistic expression, identity,...
Con La Luna – A Conversation with Anthony Almonte
Conversando con Anthony Almonte The Bronx-born percussionist and vocalist on his debut album, living between two musical worlds, and the romance and beat of Conversando Con La Luna By Bill Teck · Generation ñ There are few musicians who can claim a real foothold in...
talkin’ Alvares-Guedes with Loud and Live’s Nelson Albareda – ño!
Nelson Albareda: On the Álvarez Guédes tribute show, legacy, and preserving Cuban-American culture in Miami, in Conversation with Bill Teck A tireless crusader for preserving our culture and much of what’s magic about this city, Nelson Albareda was eighteen years old...
The House of the Spirits Brings a Latino Classic Back Through Latino Voices
Prime Video’s new adaptation of Isabel Allende’s The House of the Spirits / La casa de los espíritus is giving one of Latin America’s most iconic novels a new life — this time in Spanish and told through Latino voices. The story follows generations of family, love,...
Mexican-American Designer Yazmin Rosete Helps Shape the U.S. World Cup Look
As the 2026 World Cup approaches, one Mexican-American creative is helping define how the U.S. Men’s National Team will show up on the global stage. Yazmin Rosete, a senior designer for Nike Football, played an instrumental role in developing the 2026 U.S. men’s team...
TelevisaUnivision Is Taking Latin Music Global
TelevisaUnivision just announced its 2026–2027 global music strategy, and it’s giving one clear message: Latin music is no longer just a genre — it’s a global cultural movement. The company is expanding Premios Juventud into PJ Fest, a week-long cultural takeover with...
Don Francisco Is Coming Back to Univision
A Latino TV legend is returning to the screen. Don Francisco, the iconic host of Sábado Gigante, is coming back to Univision for a new limited-run interview series featuring major Hispanic personalities. The announcement comes more than a decade after Sábado Gigante...
Billboard honors Latina music leaders
Billboard Latin Women in Music 2026 is honoring major Latina and Spanish-language artists, including Rosalía, Becky G, Ivy Queen, Young Miko, Julieta Venegas, Joy, Gloria Trevi, and Lola Indigo. The lineup celebrates women shaping Latin music across generations,...
