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Aztec Altar, Ancient Pot With Human Ashes Unearthed by Archeologists in Mexico City

Mexican archeologists found an Aztec altar dating back to the 16th century underneath a home near Plaza Garibaldi in Mexico City.
Affordable Living Options For Renters As Moratoriums Come to An End

Affordable Living Options For Renters As Moratoriums Come to An End

While president Joe Biden extended the Eviction Moratorium in August, some states provided extensions for renters throughout the rest of 2021. As the end of the year creeps near, millions of renters wonder where they'll end up next. Adding to the pressure is news that landlords and property investors looking to make up for their losses amid the pandemic and the rise in the real estate market have caused rental rates to climb through the roof.
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Archeologists Unearth At Least 800-Year-Old Mummy in Peru

After a month of excavation, archeologists unearthed a mummy estimated to be between 800 and 1,200 years old in Peru.
Pilgrimage Bus Heading to a Mexico Religious Site Lost Its Brakes Killing 19, Injuring 32

Pilgrimage Bus Heading to a Mexico Religious Site Lost Its Brakes Killing 19, Injuring 32

A bus in Mexico carrying pilgrims lost its brakes and slammed into a building. The incident has killed 19 people and 32 more were injured.
Texas Pet Shelter Receives Thanksgiving Meal Donations! Here's How You Can Help

Texas Pet Shelter Receives Thanksgiving Meal Donations! Here's How You Can Help

Here's how you can join Fort Worth Animal Care & Control. A pet shelter in Texas received many Thanksgiving meal donations, allowing the organization to feed the animals in the facility.
What is a Tankless Water Heater?

What is a Tankless Water Heater?

What exactly is a tankless water heater? These machines work differently than traditional tank water heaters to provide hot water, but do not store water in large tanks.
Latinos in the U.S. With Darker Skin Face More Discrimination, New Study Shows

Latinos in the U.S. With Darker Skin Face More Discrimination, New Study Shows

A new Pew Research Center study found that darker skin among Latinos can impact their everyday lives and long-term success in the United States.
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Vatican Cancels Planned Live TV Broadcast of Biden-Pope Meeting; Sparks Complaints From White House, Vatican Accredited Journalists

The instant cancelation of the planned live broadcast of United States President Joe Biden greeting Pope Francis by the Vatican sparked complaints from journalists in the White House and Vatican-based journalists.
Private Collector Returns Mayan Artifact to Guatemala After Plans of Auctioning It in 2019

Private Collector Returns Mayan Artifact to Guatemala After Plans of Auctioning It in 2019

A private collector has returned a Mayan artifact to Guatemala after there were plans to auction the piece in 2019 in Paris.
Day of the Dead or Dia De Muertos Parade in Mexico City Returns After Being Canceled in 2020 Due to COVID

Day of the Dead or Dia De Muertos Parade in Mexico City Returns After Being Canceled in 2020 Due to COVID

The Dia de Muertos or Day of the Dead parade in Mexico City is returning this year as the country continues to experience improvement in its COVID cases.
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Steven Canals To Keynote 2021 NALIP Latino Media Fest October 13th – 14th

The National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP) announced the second virtual edition of their annual Latino Media Fest, a 2-day celebration of Latinx industry talent, taking place on their virtual platform LatinoMediaFest.com from October 13th-14th, 2021. Registration is open for the two-day virtual celebration of Latinx and diverse talent.
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Celebrate Day of the Dead With 'Gustavo, The Shy Ghost'

Mexican-born author and illustrator Flavia Z. Drago sweetly captures the perturbation of a little ghost in the picture book "Gustavo, The Shy Ghost," now a #1 New York Times bestseller.
Mexico Creates National Guard Special Team to Recover Stolen Archaeological Pieces

Mexico Creates National Guard Special Team to Recover Stolen Archaeological Pieces

Mexico has a new special team composed of National Guard personnel dedicated to recovering stolen archaeological pieces and historical documents.
This Amazonian Invades TikTok! Here's How She Became a Social Media Star

This Amazonian Invades TikTok! Here's How She Became a Social Media Star

An Amazonian TikToker is now sharing her culture! How did she become popular? An Amazonian TikToker is currently attracting more and more viewers as she shares her culture on the rising social media platform.
Mattel Unveils Barbie Dolls Inspired by Latin Icons Celia Cruz, Julia Alvarez in Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month

Mattel Unveils Barbie Dolls Inspired by Latin Icons Celia Cruz, Julia Alvarez in Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month

As part of honoring Hispanic Heritage Month, toy company Mattel added two unique "role model" Barbie dolls to their collection.
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Renowned Latino Muralists Spearhead National Campaign Against Hunger

Two renowned Latino muralists have been chosen by No Kid Hungry, a national campaign to end childhood hunger in America, as a part of its "Rebuilding" campaign that runs through October 8.
'Dia De Muertos' or Day of the Dead Exhibit at National Museum of Mexican Art to Honor Vanessa Guillen, Adam Toledo, COVID Victims

'Dia De Muertos' or Day of the Dead Exhibit at National Museum of Mexican Art to Honor Vanessa Guillen, Adam Toledo, COVID Victims

Vanessa Guillen, Adam Toledo, and the COVID-19 victims will be honored in a "Dia De Muertos" or Day of the Dead exhibit at the National Museum of Mexican Arts in Chicago.
What Can You Do if the Employment Contract Was Breached?

What Can You Do if the Employment Contract Was Breached?

Whether you’re an employee or an employer, you are entitled to specific rights that are included in the employment contract. But you are also bound to certain contractual obligations as stated in the agreement.
Brexit’s Impact on Latin American Economies

Brexit’s Impact on Latin American Economies

Post-Brexit, Latin American countries were affected by the subsequent strengthening of the USD, as most of the region’s trade activity is with America.
Charity in Cambodia: What’s its Focus in 2021

Charity in Cambodia: What’s its Focus in 2021

The economic fallout from the Covid19 pandemic is felt globally, but its effects are especially devastating in the developing world countries, such as Cambodia, whose lockdown measures are some of the strictest in the world.