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'Jane the Virgin' Star Gina Rodriguez Talks About What It Means to be 'Latino Enough'

Aug 19, 2015 01:44 PM EDT By Milly Contreras

The actress discussed not being considered Latino enough after being criticized on Instagram.

2015 People En Español Festival: Gloria and Emilio Estefan to Headline

Aug 11, 2015 12:51 PM EDT By Milly Contreras

Several performers and guests have been announced for the annual celebration of Hispanic Heritage by the Spanish-language magazine.

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Dominican Day Parade 2015: 'Orange Is The New Black' Latinas Honored, Dascha Polanco, Jessica Pimentel Attend Parade [Photos]

Aug 10, 2015 02:06 PM EDT By Milly Contreras

Dascha Polanco and Jessica Pimentel attended the NYC Dominican Day Parade after receiving honors.

Latinas on Television: 10 Actresses You Should Be Watching

Jul 31, 2015 04:02 PM EDT By Milly Contreras

The number of Latinas on mainstream American television is growing and these ladies are leading the pack.

10 Colombian Celebrities to Know in Honor of Colombian Independence day

Jul 20, 2015 01:26 PM EDT By Milly Contreras

Get to know some of the most famous Colombians in the entertainment industry.

Afro-Latino Festival 2015: Que Bajo?!, Les Nubians, Cultura Profética and Los Hacheros Share Importance of Diversity in Music

Jul 14, 2015 05:28 PM EDT By Nicole Akoukou Thompson

In its third year, the Afro-Latino Festival pulsed with vibrant, melodic sounds that can be found throughout Latin America and mapped back to "the mother land." Beyond food, language and history, there's no better way to trace culture ties than with music.

NASCAR to Honor Puerto Rican ' Borinqueneers' Military Veterans on July 5 Race

Jul 04, 2015 02:10 PM EDT By Claudia Balthazar

NASCAR driver Martin Truex Jr. will honor Puerto Rican military veterans for the Sunday Coke Zero 400 Sprint Cup Series race.

Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery Launches 'One Life: Dolores Huerta' Honoring the Civil Rights Icon

Jul 03, 2015 01:00 PM EDT By Michael Oleaga

The Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery launched its latest exhibition, and it features civil and human rights icon Dolores Huerta. The "One Life: Dolores Huerta" exhibition opened on July 3 in Washington, D.C.,

Immigrant Heritage Month: Pitbull Shares Family's Immigration Story, Says 'There's A Lot of History There' [Watch]

Jul 01, 2015 03:31 PM EDT By Milly Contreras

The rapper discusses his heritage and how his family came to America in honor of Immigrant Heritage Month.

SABOR: Chef Ingrid Hoffmann Shares Fourth of July-Inspired Arepas & Beer Cocktails with a 'Colombian Twist'

Jun 27, 2015 05:00 AM EDT By Melissa Castellanos

Chef Ingrid Hoffman is bringing a "Colombian twist" to your Fourth of July with a fresh, summery recipe with her Ham & Pineapple-Jicama Slaw Arepas and beer-inspired cocktails that will impress your guests and allow you to enjoy the fiesta instead of sweating it out in the kitchen.

Miss USA 2015: Meet The Latinas Competing For The Crown [Pics]

Jun 25, 2015 03:37 PM EDT By Milly Contreras

The Miss USA pageant airing in July will feature contestants from all over the United States, but among them are a few Latinas who will be representing their state and also the Latino community.

'American Pharoah' Jockey Victor Espinoza Shares Why He is the Luckiest Mexican on Earth

May 14, 2015 10:45 AM EDT By Candy Lopez

The Kentucky Derby winning jockey explains why he feels he is the "luckiest Mexican" in the world.

Latino Education News: University of Northern Colorado Reinstates Mexican-American Studies After Protests

May 11, 2015 02:27 PM EDT By Roberto Ontiveros

As a result of protests from students, alumni, and community members, the University of Northern Colorado lifted the suspension on Mexican American studies on Friday.

Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus

Republican National Committee Makes Effort to Appeal to Latinos on Cinco de Mayo

May 06, 2015 09:36 AM EDT By Selena Hill

As the Republican Party continues its Latino outreach, the Republican National Committee (RNC) released a statement praising the contributions made by Mexican Americans in honor of Cinco de Mayo.

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Pope Francis Defends Controversial Hispanic Missionary Set to Become Saint

May 03, 2015 06:00 AM EDT By Roberto Ontiveros

On Saturday, during a homily at a Rome seminary for the training of future priests from North America, Pope Francis praised the work and spiritual qualities of Rev. Junipero Serra The Pontiff is set to elevate the Spanish native to sainthood in a ceremony in Washington, D.C. in Sept. 23.

Civil rights and labor leader Cesar Chavez

U.S. Navy Gives Cesar Chavez Funeral Honors 22 Years After His Death

Apr 23, 2015 04:00 PM EDT By Melissa Castellanos

When Civil rights and labor leader Cesar Chavez passed away - 22 years ago to this day -- he didn't receive full graveside honors from the U.S. Navy at his memorial in California, but because of a fellow Navy sailor the past will change.

BEHIND THE SCENES: Ballet Hispanico's Eduardo Vilaro Previews 2015 Season

Apr 19, 2015 05:00 AM EDT By David Salazar

Ballet Hispanico's 2015 New York season got underway on Tuesday, April 14 with a program featuring new works by such choreographers as Miguel Mancillas, Rosie Herrera and Gustavo Ramirez Sansano. Ahead of the big night, Latin Post had an opportunity to speak with the company's artistic director Eduardo Vilaro, who has been in charge since August 2009. Vilaro spoke about his championing of young Latin American artists as well as his viewpoint on what arts organizations need to do to strengthen their relationships with audiences and communities.

Marco Rubio Officially Confirms Presidential Bid from Miami Freedom Tower

Apr 13, 2015 07:24 PM EDT By Michael Oleaga

U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., officially announced his bid for the White House. From Miami's Freedom Tower, Rubio became the third Republican Party candidate to launch a presidential bid.

Here's Some Facts About BBC 'Sherlock' Season 4 Air Date & Premiere for 2015

BBC 'Sherlock' Season 4 Air Date & Premiere: Is Benedict Cumberbatch Sexiest Sherlock Holmes Ever?

Apr 14, 2015 11:20 AM EDT By Latin Post Staff

Step aside, Robert Downey, Jr. and Sir Ian McKellen, British actor Benedict Cumberbatch has been named the sexiest and hottest Sherlock Holmes, according to reports.