Back in 2018 writers Rod Barr and Alejandro Monteverde had a vision, a dream of getting the story of Tim Ballard, and the children he freed out into the public. Unbeknownst to them, this wouldn’t become a reality until five years later when, after plenty of pushback, the film finally got its theatrical release. Based…
It was a pleasure to have recently spoken with Cinthya Flores, founder of Utz Threads, a Bay Area based business with partners in Guatemala. I first discovered Utz Threads on an online listicle offered by California.Com. From there, I became immersed in Flores’s company site, where readers can find a lovely array of hand-woven accessories,…
Al primer hombre que decidió abandonarme, quizá por miedo o irresponsabilidad. No sabes lo mucho que me hicieron falta los besos en la frente y ese “no hay ningún fantasma debajo de la cama.” Al hombre que decidió llamarle su princesa a otra y no a mi , nunca a mi. Que me catalogó como…
By Jackie Ibarra AUSTIN, Texas — There are about 28 different ways to cook Tilapia fish. I have seen my parents do everything they possibly can to it —diced, grilled, fried, seasoned and pretty much everything humanly possible to a fish. When Tilapia fish came home I knew it meant dollars had to be stretched…
When I turned the corner into Congress Avenue on that mid-March afternoon, I was greeted by what felt like hundreds of people, all there to honor the late great Selena. The Queen of Tejano Music was in every corner of the crowd. On backpacks, in T-shirts, in hand-rhinestoned jackets, and hand-held posters. The fans in…
Known affectionately as “El Buki,” iconic singer Marco Antonio Solis is currently on his “Eternamente Agradecido” World Tour, where he will be performing throughout the United States for the remainder of the year. Kicking off his tour in Portland, Oregon last week on August 9th, Solis made his second tour stop in Seattle, Washington the…
Currently signed to GT Digital Distribution, 22-year-old Gabriella is one of music’s hottest rising stars. Originally from Tampa Bay Florida, Gabriella made the move to Texas within the last few years and is quickly catching the attention of music lovers everywhere with her beautiful voice, confidence, and charisma. Speaking of living in Texas now, Gabriella…
This summer, JCPenney partnered with Latin Grammy–winning artist Joaquina to launch a limited-edition back-to-school collection called “Be Electric.” The line blends the singer-songwriter’s bilingual heritage, 90s influences, and personal story into a bold collection designed to celebrate individuality and cultural pride. Inspiration Behind the Collection The “Be Electric” line draws from Joaquina’s own teenage years, mixing elements…
Every March, Austin, Texas becomes the center of the creative universe as South by Southwest (SXSW) brings together innovators, artists, filmmakers, musicians, entrepreneurs, and change‑makers from around the world. What began as a small music festival has evolved into a global platform that explores the ideas shaping our future—across technology, film, music, education, business, and…
