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'East of Salinas' PBS Documentary on Farmworkers' Children Goes Viral

The newest PBS documentary film "East of Salinas," which is about the status of the farmworkers' children in a small part of California in Salinas Valley, is gaining much attention as the series by Independent Lens, which airs today, tackles the issue of the education and lifestyle of migrant labor workers in the U.S.

US Lawmakers Demand Labor Investigation of Mexico's Third Largest Retailer

A diverse range of Latino and non-Latino congressional lawmakers have called on U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Thomas Perez to investigate inappropriate labor practices by a Mexican grocery company.

Tamir Rice Indictment Declined: Ohio Grand Jury Declines Indictment Against Officers Involved in Tamir Rice Killing

Charges will not be brought against the two Cleveland police officers involved in the killing of Tamir Rice, a Cuyahoga County Prosecutor said Monday.

Puerto Rico Debt Crisis: House Speaker Paul Ryan Pledges Action for Early 2016

Although the omnibus bill did not address Puerto Rico's financial crisis, Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, R-Wisc., has reportedly made the commonwealth's debt struggle a top issue for next year.

Harvard Researchers Call for Police Killings to Be Documented as Public Health Issue

A team of decorated Harvard researchers are calling on U.S. Public Health Agencies to consider police killings as public health issues.

Massive Storm System Slams Midwest, Southern US

A massive storm system continued to slam the Midwestern and Southern U.S. on Monday, causing serious complications for holiday travelers across the country.

Spike Lee Reiterates President Obama’s Words on Gun Violence: ‘People are Numb’

Spike Lee is busy promoting his new movie "Chi-Raq." While he's at it, the veteran filmmaker shared his thoughts on the prevalent yet unnoticed gun violence happening in some parts of Chicago.

Bernie Sanders Confident His Stand on Income Inequality, ISIS Can Win Back Trump Supporters

Sen. Bernie Sander strongly believes he can sway Trump supporters with his stand on income inequality, foreign policy and ISIS.

Brazilian Waxing -- Should You Try It?

Brazilian waxing is one of the specialties in Waxing and Skincare by Celeste in El Cajon, CA.The waxing and skincare clinic has provided 5,000 Brazilian waxing to its clients, a milestone goal that it has proudly announced. Currently, it is looking forward to achieving its next target of 10,000 waxes.

Pope Francis Wants Central America to Resolve Cuban Migration Problems

Pope Francis has called on Central American nations Costa Rica and Nicaragua to resolve the Cuban migration problems in the region. Thousands of Cubans are stranded in the border of the two countries after Nicaragua refused the migrants to pass their territory.

Mother of Five, 19-Year-old College Student Shot and Killed by Chicago Police, Families Demanding Answers

The family of a 55-year-old mother of five admittedly shot and killed by Chicago police in a deadly accident at her home is demanding answers from the already beleaguered department.

Chipotle’s Sales, Stock Price Nosedive Amid E. Coli Outbreaks; Mexican Food Chain to Survive Health Disasters?

Mexican grill food chain company Chipotle is currently facing some serious challenges in terms of sales and stock prices. In just two-and-a-half months, the once-booming restaurant’s sales and stock prices plummeted. The decline came in the wake of the E. coli and norovirus outbreaks linked to their products.

Top 5 Best Latin Phrases, Leadership Quotes for Entrepreneurs 2015

There are hundreds of Latin words that have been incorporated in everyday English including the words memo, alibi, et cetera, census, via and versus, among others. There are also entire Latin phrases that have been naturally embedded in English. For example, these phrases, bona fide (in good faith) and carpe diem (seize the day) are often used in full and without any second thought, Mental Floss noted. But did you know Latin phrases can also be useful in business?

2016 US Campaign: Abortion Predicted to Be a Hot Issue

The upcoming 2016 U.S. Campaign is expected to touch the issue on abortion, keeping both Democrats and Republicans on the hot seat.

US Commercial Flights to Cuba Happening Soon; Airlines Submit Applications to new Routes

U.S. commercial flights from Cuba will happen anytime soon as several airlines began submitting applications to new routes.Working quietly behind the scenes, U.S. airlines have already started preparations for commercial trips to the island nation as soon as the travel restriction that has been standing for half a century long in Cuba is lifted.

Top 5 Events That Shook Latin America in 2015

Latin America has been bombarded with a series of changes this 2015. From the highly-criticized leaders in Venezuela and Argentina to the indictment of Guatemala’s president as well as the longest-running armed conflict in the Southern Hemisphere.

British Ambassador Explains Trump to His People

British ambassador, Sir Peter Westmacott, explains Donald Trump's credibility to Britons. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump made the headlines with his tag line "Make America Great Again.

Miss Universe 2015 Aftermath: Miss Colombia Ariadna Gutierrez Receiving Porn Deal Offers?

Following the Miss Universe 2015 mishap, first runner-up Ariadna Gutierrez of Colombia seemed to be heading to her ultimate stardom after reports of porn deal offers emerged. Based on the reports, an adult film and entertainment company is offering the Latina beauty queen a $1 million contract to star in a porn video.

Texas Restaurant Declares Itself 'Politically Incorrect'

In an age where political correctness reigns, one Texas restaurant proudly declares itself as politically incorrect.

Immigration Reform Bill News: Bipartisan Reform Setback with Lindsey Graham's Presidential Campaign Suspension

Sen. Lindsey Graham’s, R-S.C., presidential campaign suspension was expected, but it is still considered a blow to bipartisan immigration reform advocates.