El mes de la herencia afroamericana, celebrado cada febrero en los Estados Unidos y otros países, es un momento crucial para reconocer y honrar las contribuciones, la cultura y la lucha por la igualdad de las personas afrodescendientes en todo el mundo. Aunque a menudo se asocia principalmente con la comunidad afroamericana, su relevancia se…
By Natasha Ford AUSTIN, Texas — If you’re looking for a light-hearted read, look no further than “Love in English.” There is one word I would use to describe Maria E. Andreu’s novel: heartwarming. OK, maybe there are two words: heartwarming and adorable. From the very first page, we are thrust into Ana’s world as…
For over 37 years now the third Monday of January has been dedicated to none other than Martin Luther King Jr. The Baptist Minister turned Civil Rights Leader who’s civil rights efforts changed the lives of millions and paved the way for his impactful “I Have A Dream” speech on the steps of the Lincoln…
Seattle has seen an influx of homelessness in recent years. In fact, many West Coast cities have experienced the same issue such as Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. Earlier this year, a survey conducted in Portland’s metro area counted about 6,633 homeless, an increase from the last Point-In-Time surveys conducted over the last few…
By Raven N. Garza AUSTIN, Tx.—You can’t have a Zoom call without a few technical difficulties, right? Stephanie Urbina Jones and Patricia Vonne texted the meeting link to their bandmate, Tish Hinojosa, who had trouble connecting from the West Coast. It was a Monday afternoon, and Latinitas Magazine hopped on a call with The Texicana…
By Jessica Enriquez I’m afraid of You You, and the man who lingers in the highway the hands that reach to tear, scrape skin and flesh with nails like claws not buds sprouting from the grass barely wet in morning rain I’m afraid of You You, and the worms that climb the bed their…
There’s a sort of ritual that happens whenever a new vehicle is bought in our household. And usually, the late 80’s American Hard Rock band — Guns ‘n Roses–is part of it. My dad will climb into the driver’s seat and usually, one of my siblings or I will sit on the passenger side. We’ll…
By Diana Reyes Experiences shape us and make us who we are. Learning to live by yourself in a different country is something that will make an impact your whole life. Food always accompanies us throughout our lives, but the moments and the people we share our lives with make those flavors unforgettable. Each flavor…
From the moment Cynthia Lee Fontaine entered the werkroom, she was an effortless favorite. Her charisma, comedy, and cucu all stood out, making her a beloved icon. Since her last appearance on Drag Race Season 9, Fontaine has gone through quite a journey. Experiencing various health crises, including several back surgeries and a hip replacement….
