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Austin's Pachanga Latino Music Festival 2015 Expands to Houston & Dallas, First Round of Talent Announced

It's that time of year again and Austin, Texas, is not only bringing the heat and good eats, but it's brining the live, Latin tunes with its 8th Annual Pachanga Latino Music Festival on May 16 at Fiesta Gardens.

South America's Cocaine Industry in on the Decline, Impacting the International Drug Market

South America's cocaine industry is losing speed, according to recent reports, which suggests Colombia and Peru has seen a decline in production.

Venezuela Supermarket: Finger Scanners Installed to Reduce Food Hoarding

Faced with food shortages and an uncertain economy, Venezuela, as part a plan to initiate the rationing of food, will install 20,000 fingerprint scanners at supermarkets across the socialist country.

'Nuestra Belleza Latina' Recap: One Contestant Kisses Luis Coronel, Two Beauties Will Be Eliminated Next [Pics]

Former Miss Hispano-America Illinois Bridget Ruiz on Sunday was the fourth contestant to be eliminated from the ninth season of Univisión's "Nuestra Belleza Latina." Ruiz's defeat means that Nathalia Casco remains in the competition.

'Top Chef Estrellas' Season 2 Finale: Gabriel Coronel Beats Judith Grace, Actor Jokes That He Can't Even Cook Rice

Venezuelan actor and singer Gabriel Coronel on Sunday was crowned the winner of Telemundo's "Top Chef Estrellas" competition. The 28-year-old's triumph means that his chosen charity, Amigos For Kids - an organization that helps children in need - will take home $50,000.

International Women's Day: Eight New York Latinas Recognized for Their Contributions to the Arts and Culture

At the ninth annual commemorative ceremony to celebrate Ecuadorian politician Galo Plaza's New York birthplace, trailblazers Frida Kahlo, Gabriela Mistral and Julia de Burgos were honored, and so were eight other New York Latinas who are currently shaping the arts and culture.

NBA Top 10 International Scorers of All-Time: Pau Gasol Now First Place Among Hispanics in Points Scored in NBA History

Pau Gasol has made history once again. The Spanish power forward is now the all-time scorer in NBA history by a Hispanic player. Gasol overtook Rolando Blackman, and is now in fifth place among international scorers all-time.

BEHIND THE SCENES: 'Little Boy' Executive Producer Eduardo Verástegui Talks Filming American Film in Mexico

There's nothing more Americana than a Norman Rockwell painting where the artist captured the essence of American culture with the stroke of a paintbrush. Have you ever wondered what it would look like if Rockwell's paintings came to life during the 1940's, in the middle of World War II - but set in Mexico?Well Mexican Director Alejandro Monteverde, Mexican Executive Producer Eduardo Verástegui, and Executive Producers Roma Downey ("Touched by an Angel," "Son of God" & "The Bible" series) and Mark Burnett (producer of "The Voice," "Shark Tank," "Son of God" & "The Bible" series) have made this a reality with their upcoming major motion picture, "Little Boy," which hits theaters on April 24.

World's First Latina Supermodel Patricia Velasquez Hosts Book Release Party for Memoir, "Straight Walk"

"Straight Walk: A Supermodel's Journey To Finding Her Truth," is a memoir written by actress, model and business woman Patricia Velasquez, and the book had its coming out party this week at Teddy's in the swank and historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel in Los Angeles.

Maluma, Belinda Boyfriend, Girlfriend Rumors 2015: 'Carnaval' Singer Calls Belinda 'One of the Most Beautiful Women' He Has Seen, Denies They're Dating

Colombian singer Maluma has denied rumors that he is romantically involved with Belinda Peregrín. But that did not keep the reggaeton star from graciously complementing the Mexican artist.

Telenovelas Partly Inspired 'Downton Abbey,' Reveals Creator as Mexican First Lady Meets Cast

Mexican First Lady Angelica Rivera met some of the cast of "Downton Abbey" during her and her husband's visit to the United Kingdom. Though creator Julian Fellowes did not meet the first lady, he did meet President Pena Nieto.

Is MLB Considering Playing Spring Training Games in Cuba a Good Idea?

Major League Baseball is one of the most popular sports leagues in the United States today, and they are looking to broaden their game. With a rich history on the baseball field, Cuba could very well host spring training exhibition games in the near future.

Why Aren't There More Female & Minority TV Writers? Writers Guild of America, West Explains the 'Unlevel Playing Field'

What is the state of diversity in writing for television within the entertainment industry? That's a question that The Writers Guild of America, West asked and sought answers in its latest findings in 2015 TV Staffing Brief.

Mexico News 2015: British Prime Minister Cameron, President Enrique Pena Nieto to Discuss Human Rights in Mexico

When England’s Prime Minister David Cameron meets next with Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto, he will "raise concerns" about human rights and discuss Mexico's judicial system.

TBS Conan O'Brien Show Recap 2015: Late Night Show Host Records Episode in Cuba, Learns Salsa

First late-night host to tape a show in Cuba in over over 50 years Relations between Cuba and the United States are improving enough that a U. S. -based late-night TV show was able to travel to Cuba and record an episode.

PALABRAS: Author Cristina Henríquez Finds Success Transforming Childhood, Family Memories into Award-Winning Fiction Books

Cristina Henríquez, author of the critically acclaimed novel "The Book of Unknown Americans," was born in the United States, but spent a great deal of her childhood in her father's home nation, Panama. Henríquez talks with Latin Post in this week's edition of "Palabras" to discuss her new book, Panama and how her travels made her a best-selling author.

EXCLUSIVE: Tenor Rolando Sanz on Young Artists of America, Verdi, Fusion Cuisine & Baltimore Orioles

Opera singer Rolando Sanz talks to Latin Post about the Young Artists of America, his career and the Baltimore Orioles.

CUNY, the Nation's Largest Urban University, to Repay Thousands to Undocumented Students

CUNY will be repaying thousands to 150 undocumented students who recently overpaid their tuition; the confusion largely due to the students' legal status.

Jeb Bush 2016: Former Florida Governor Says Members of His Family Are Different, Wants Immigrants to 'Come out of the Shadows'

Analysts have long noted that Jeb Bush's last name may prove a liability when it comes to the Republican presidential hopeful's shots at the White House, and the former Florida governor is taking the issue head-on.

9 Arrested by Spanish Police on Suspicion of Selling Fake Art by Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol and John Miro

In Spain, police have busted up a gang that allegedly created and then sold fake works of art to unsuspecting collectors.