FIFA World Cup 2014 US Presidential Delegation: Obama Absent as 3 Women Named, From Ambassador to Athletes

With the 2014 FIFA World Cup tournament rapidly arriving, the White House announced the presidential delegation representing the United States at the opening ceremony. Notably absent from the delegation is President Barack Obama.

Hispanic Unemployment Rate Increased: 7.7 Percent of Hispanics Jobless, More Women Unemployed Than Men

The unemployment rate in the United States dipped, according to figures released by the Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics. However, the percentage for Hispanics increased.

Pokémon X and Y Update: Twitch Plays Pokémon's US National Championships as Live Stream Confirmed

Months following the phenomenon of "Twitch Plays Pokémon," The Pokémon Company International announced their next national championship tournament will be streamed online via Twitch.

Seattle Pacific University Shooting: One Student Dead as Suspect Aaron Ybarra Arrested; School Monitor Hailed a Hero

A student is dead and multiple people are injured following a shooting at Seattle Pacific University on Thursday. According to the Seattle Police Department, the lone gunman was identified as 26-year-old Aaron Ybarra. The university's Otto Miller Hall was on lockdown when reports surfaced of a gunman entering the building at 3:23 p.m. local time and firing "several rounds" from a shotgun.

iOS 7 Market Share 'High' in US, Canada: 90 Percent Usage on iPhones, Lower on iPads, Says Report

As Apple Inc.’s Worldwide Developer’s Conference (WWDC) is underway, the company’s mobile operating system’s market share in Canada and the United States (U.S.) was highlighted by sampling nearly 300 million page view impressions.

Affordable Care Act Discrepancies Found, Includes Immigration Status Issues; Two Million Enrollees Affected

Healthcare.gov reportedly produced new problems for the Affordable Care Act's progress. Documents have revealed approximately two million people enrolled for private health insurance through the taxpayer-subsidized program have data discrepancies from income and immigration and citizenship status.

Immigration Reform Is Key Issue for GOP Among Latino Voters: Latinos Want Reforms Before Midterm Elections

For Latinos, immigration reform has to happen before this year's midterm elections. According to new polling figures, Latinos believe the GOP will be "most responsible" if reforms are not passed.

Social Media in Latin America: Argentina, Brazil, Mexico Helping Region Compete Against Asia-Pacific's Twitter User Growth

Social media across Latin America has been projected to reach hundreds of millions of people, and Twitter is reportedly a cause for the spike.

Regalii Startup Enables Easier Money Transfer to Immigrant Families Outside US

Sending money to loved ones in another country can be a hassle and a process for many, but one startup from Washington Heights is changing that method. For Edrizio De La Cruz, traditional remittance isn't making sense right now. He wants to change the current process of sending money to family and friends, and as a result, created Regalii.

EPA: 'Toxic Chemicals' Hidden in Pollution as Hispanic Children More Likely to Die from Asthma Than Non-Hispanic Whites

According to the administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), numerous forms of pollution, such as toxic chemicals, are hidden in "plain sight," and those dangerous chemicals are affecting the Latino community. EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy noted more than 3.6 million Latinos have developed asthma in the United States (U.S.), including 1 in 10 Latino children.

Younger Mobile Device Owners More Likely to Hoard Old Smartphones, Tablets Than People Over 50, Says Survey

Millennials are guilty of hoarding old smartphones that could be worth money, according to a nationwide survey by network of automated recycling kiosks.

Grace Garcia, Annie's List Executive Director, Dies in Car Crash; Worked to Elect Women to Public Office

Grace Garcia, the executive director of Annie's List, passed away on Monday afternoon from a six-vehicle accident in Waxahachie, Texas.

Flipboard Launches Latino Content Guide, Partnership with Mexican Publishers, and New Spanish Twitter Account

The social-network application software and digital content magazine Flipboard launched a new guide for Latino-based content.

WeChat in Latin America: Mobile Messaging App Growth Rate Over 1000 Percent Ahead Rival WhatsApp

According to a multi-market research study into the digital consumer, the cross-platform mobile messaging app WeChat has grown faster in adoption notably in Latin America and the Asia Pacific region.

EPA Carbon Emissions Proposal: 7 in 10 Support EPA Regulation on 'Very Serious' Global Warming, Says Poll

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a proposal that would cut carbon emissions by 30 percent nationwide, and a poll showed more Americans expressing concern about global warming.

Women in the Workforce: Women in Retail Must Work 103 More Days to Equal Men’s Pay, Says Dēmos Report

Although women represent approximately half of the U.S. workforce, a recent report highlights the fact that millions of them work in low-paying jobs. On average, a retail saleswoman works for $10.58 per hour, a wage that Dēmos noted "keeps a family of three near poverty" even if she secures work hours equivalent to full-time.

Uber App: Average Income of UberX Driver in NYC Is Nearly $58,000 Higher Than Average US Taxi Driver

The Uber app service could reportedly help its drivers earn an income of nearly $100,000, much more than average taxi drivers.

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney Resigns: Have Latinos Shaped White House Communications?

President Barack Obama will have a third press secretary during this two-term office, after the resignation of Jay Carney, and his successor will continue the tradition of non-Hispanic press secretaries.

Latin America Top AirBnB Destination: Brazil Popular Country to Rent Rooms, FIFA World Cup Likely an Influence

With the 2014 FIFA World Cup tournament approaching, hotel room availability might have become scarce. For travelers, renting a room or apartment has become an alternative and reportedly popular in Latin America.

Upscale Latinos: 'Most Influential' Segment Since Baby Boomers With $500 Billion Spending Power, Says Nielsen

Hispanics and their spending power have continuously shaped the landscape of the United States.

Boston Marathon Bombing Arrest: 5th Man Charged With Obstruction, Making False Statements During Investigation

More than a year after the Boston Marathon bombings, a fifth arrest was made in connection to the terror attack.

Affluent US Internet Millennials, Gen X Prefer Emails From Luxury Brands, Not Texts

Affluent Internet users are picky when it comes to brand messaging notably from "luxury" companies.

Social Media in Latin America: Social Network Ad Spending Nears $500 Million for 2014 as Twitter Struggles

Latin America's social media presence is expected to reach 227.4 million people, and advertisers are set to spend millions in the region.

Julian Castro HUD Secretary Nomination Endorsed by National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals

With the nomination of Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro received his latest endorsement from the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP).

Google Diversity Report: US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 'Commends' Google for First Steps Toward Greater Diversity in Its Workforce

Google's workforce is largely male and white. The aforementioned fact triggered mixed signals from diverse organizations, such as the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
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