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News Summary for Monday – November 17th, 2008

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Children caught trying to slip illegally into the U.S. are mistreated while in custody, transported home unsafely and denied access to representation, a study released Thursday contends. The Austin-based think tank Center for Public Policy Priorities outlined a series of what they said were shortcomings by the federal government in dealing with unaccompanied illegal immigrant children taken into custody. :: from www.nydailynews.com

Moreno’s 40 years in Legislature still inspire – Outgoing state Rep. Paul Moreno — preparing for his exit from the Texas House after four decades of service — touted his accomplishments on racial equality as his crowning achievement at a dinner in his honor on Friday. – El Paso :: from www.elpasotimes.com

“Beaner Jumping” – simply offensive and vile – imho – this term came from the Long Island murder of Marcello Lucero :: from tothecenter.com

In Ecuador, a killing on Long Island sparks fear :: from www.newsday.com

Economic crisis, illegal immigration crackdown spurs exodus :: from www.sun-sentinel.com

Café Bustelo opens cafe in South Beach – Florida :: from www.miamiherald.com

Obama’s Latin American advisers mostly centrists :: from www.sacbee.com

Friends, foes watch Mel Martinez – Republicans are already eager for Mel Martinez to say whether he will run for reelection in 2010, while Democrats are hoping to vote him out of office. :: from www.miamiherald.com

Home Depot Inc. is aiming to tap into the nation’s burgeoning Hispanic population with a new Spanish-language version of its Web site, joining only a handful of other large U.S. retailers offering the online option. :: from online.wsj.com

For Alberto Riveron, From Cuba to N.F.L.’s First Hispanic Referee :: from www.nytimes.com

The head of a Kentucky-based Ku Klux Klan organization led a failed plot to kill the co-founder of the Southern Poverty Law Center, which tracks hate groups and challenges white supremacists, a former Klan member testified Thursday. :: from www.kentucky.com

Juanes, the Colombian Rocker, Sweeps the Major Awards at the Latin Grammys :: from www.nytimes.com

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Sixty-seven percent of the Latino vote should be enough to pay for a moratorium on immigration raids :: from www.latinalista.net

Politics of Humanity: ICE’s and Border Patrol’s Child Abuse Policy :: from xicanopwr.com

The Blogosphere in Latin America: An Analysis of the Region’s Webfluentials :: from hispanicad.com

The Maya world, in miniature – Andrés Mena Sánchez, shown in his gallery Arte Maya, has been making Jaina replicas for 20 years. Email Picture Tiny funerary figures fascinate in their depictions of everyday life in the ancient Yucatán world. They were unearthed at Jaina, a Maya island of the dead. :: from www.latimes.com

Mexico drug wars spill across the border U.S. – Few regions of the U.S. are immune to drug-trafficking organizations that have left a trail of death, kidnappings and other crimes. :: from www.latimes.com

Rep. Nydia Velazquez is front-runner for Senate seat if Hillary takes Cabinet job :: from www.nydailynews.com

Top 10 Latino Reactions to the Recession

Abundan los eventos literarios en español en Nueva York :: from www.nydailynews.com

Sergio Ramírez presenta novela detectivesca “con humor” – El Cielo llora por mí :: from www.nydailynews.com

La quinua, el alimento de los dioses incas :: from www.nydailynews.com

El gobierno de Puerto Rico le reconoció derechos de salud a las parejas del mismo sexo en una orden que prohibe a las oficinas y agencias públicas discriminar por orientación sexual, identidad de género, estado de embarazo y civil, entre otros. :: from www.elnuevoherald.com

Program grooms Latinos to sit on nonprofit boards – Dallas Concilio of Hispanic Service Organizations :: from www.dallasnews.com

The 65th Infantry Regiment is the only all-Hispanic unit in the history of the U.S. Army. It was created in 1899 to help re-establish law and order on Puerto Rico following its seizure during the Spanish-American War, according to information from the city. The regiment participated in World War I, World War II and the Korean War. :: from www.kdhnews.com

Mexico’s Mineral de Pozos: A ghost town comes alive as an artist colony The ruins of the former mining town are being reclaimed as new residents and visitors bring the area back to life. :: from www.latimes.com

Close to 300 people gathered for a Mass on the cobblestoned street in front of the house Marcelo Lucero built for his mother and was promising to move to after 15 years away from his homeland. – Ecuador :: from www.newsday.com

The University of Missouri-Kansas City posted a 6.1 percent gain in its total minority enrollment and a 17 percent increase in Hispanic freshmen. :: from www.kansascity.com

Sheriff: Fairfax County Deputies Denied Immigration Training Immigration agency allegedly rejects Fairfax application :: from www.nbcwashington.com

Hispanic Panic – Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart, a Cuban-American Republican from the Miami area, puts it bluntly: “We have a very, very serious problem.” He is referring to the GOP’s lack of support among Hispanics, which could derail the party’s future presidential hopes. :: from www.aei.org

New Comprehensive Study of Hispanic Family Caregivers in the U.S. Finds One in Every Three Hispanic Households Has a Family Member Caring for an Older Loved One – 41 Percent of Hispanic Caregivers Required Change to Work Situation, Even During Current Economic Crisis, as a Result of Caregiving

GOP back to square one with Hispanics :: from www.politico.com

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David Álvarez, 14, goes Broadway in ‘Billy Elliot’ :: from www.nydailynews.com

Arjona madura y aprende a escuchar – En ningún momento Ricardo Arjona se ha sentido falto de creatividad, pero sí ha luchado contra ese monstruo que lo ha amenazado con agotarle la productividad. – su nuevo disco: Quinto Piso :: from www.elsiglodetorreon.com.mx

Tras los pasos de Pancho Villa – Paco Ignacio Taibo II estrena hoy un documental sobre el Centauro del Norte por el canal The History Channel. :: from www.elsiglodetorreon.com.mx

The stars celebrate Be Live 2008 in Miami Cabas, Carlos Vives, and Raúl de Molina were just some of the celebs that attended the second annual benefit gala :: from www.peopleenespanol.com

A Dulce María le sobra el trabajo – La cantante de RBD terminará pronto sus compromisos con esa agrupación y comenzará a grabar una telenovela :: from www.peopleenespanol.com

A street in Doral will be named after Venezuelan singer and actor Jose Luis Rodriguez. A portion of Northwest 107th Avenue will be co-designated as “Jose Luis Rodriguez El Puma Avenue” in honor of the actor. :: from www.local10.com

‘The Handyman in Your Home’ – Radio host Ino Gomez tells how he reached his American dream :: from www.jerseycityreporter.com

Emilio Navaira wins Latin Grammy :: from www.kgbt4.com

Kany Garcia wins best new artist at Latin Grammys :: from www.google.com

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Colombian rocker Juanes wins 5 Latin Grammy awards :: from www.google.com

More in English

2008 Tejano ROOTS: Rosita, Emilio, Dos Gs among Hall of Fame inductees

La Milonga Brings Romance and Tango to the Miami Short Film Festival

Legendary Jazz Artist Eddie Palmieri Headlines Gala Night at 7th Annual San Francisco International Salsa Congress November 20-23, 2008

Today Geraldine Bazan on the cover H USA Magazine, a new side of herself before her vast audience, appears in the Soap Operas “Tierra de Pasiones,” “Victoria” and “Land of Passions,” Broadcast in Spanish-Speaking Countries, including U.S., Mexico, Central and South America, Spain, Central and Eastern Europe

Angélica Aragón’s sister dies – Vindya Espinoza Stransky died in a car accident at the age of 52

Complete Coverage of the Ninth Annual Latin GRAMMY awards Five gramophones for Juanes, two for Kany García and a wealth of unforgettable songs

Kinky talk ‘Barracuda,’ Nic Harcourt and the Latin scene

Top Latin Grammy Winners: Juanes, Vicente Fernandez, Kany, Emilio

Latin Grammys: Artists party at House of Blues

Julieta Venegas: Songs, not style, are important

Ximena Sariñana, Latin Grammys nominee, is mature beyond her years

Bebo Valdes celebrates 90 years with more music

Juanes, the Colombian Rocker, Sweeps the Major Awards at the Latin Grammys

Mas en Español

El cantante mexicano Vicente Fernández, ganador del Grammy Latino, ofrecerá un concierto para celebrar sus 41 años de carrera musical el próximo 29 de noviembre en Las Vegas, Nevada.

La cantante mexicana Tatiana develará el próximo 11 de diciembre su estrella en el Paseo de la Fama de Las Vegas, con lo que se convierte en la segunda mujer latina en obtener tal condecoración.

Debido a una fuerte fatiga, Ninel Conde no soportó y fue sacada en brazos por su esposo Juan Zepeda, al sufrir un desmayo.

Detrás del Latin GRAMMY, Parte 1 – Platicamos en la alfombra verde con Alejandra Guzmán, El Gordo y la Flaca, las Angélicas, Kany García y muchos más

Detrás del Latin GRAMMY, Parte 2 – Platicamos en la alfombra verde con Daniela Castro, Gianmarco, Giselle Blondet y muchos más

Noelia quiere concientizar sobre bulimia y anorexia – La cantante puertorriqueña desea realizar talleres para crear conciencia sobre los desórdenes alimenticios que ella misma sufrió

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BBVA Buys Media across Entire Spanish-speaking World :: from www.portada-online.com

The Blogosphere in Latin America: An Analysis of the Region’s Webfluentials :: from hispanicad.com

Argentine beauty products company successfully moves beyond its local market through exports to the United States and elsewhere. :: from www.latinbusinesschronicle.com

Latinoamérica ganará más peso en nuevo orden financiero :: from www.elnuevoherald.com

Iowans help credit unions reach Hispanics in Louisiana :: from www.desmoinesregister.com

YAHOO! REVAMPS U.S. HISPANIC OFFERING AND STRENGTHENS REGIONAL NETWORK FOR ADVERTISERS – Launches New Advertiser Resource Site

Café Bustelo opens cafe in South Beach – Florida :: from www.miamiherald.com

Challenges of Running an Ethnic Bank in a Slow Economy The NJBIZ Interview: Raul L. Oseguera :: from www.njbiz.com

Meet Elsa Ramon: News 4’s Newest Anchor – WOAI in San Antonio :: from www.woai.com

Unions ready to recruit Hispanic workers if Obama changes organizing rules :: from www.bizjournals.com

Home Depot Inc. is aiming to tap into the nation’s burgeoning Hispanic population with a new Spanish-language version of its Web site, joining only a handful of other large U.S. retailers offering the online option. :: from online.wsj.com

Additional

Arturo Riera has been promoted from digital advertising sales manager to director of sales for KBCW-44, the CBS-owned CW affiliate in San Francisco :: from mediamoves.blogspot.com

Telemundo announces digital distribution deal with MSN :: from hispanicad.com

9TH annual Latin Grammy broadcast reaches 11M viewers :: from hispanicad.com

Danger Ahead: Correa Gives Mining the Green Light in Ecuador :: from upsidedownworld.org

David Segura Honored at 18th Annual Hispanic Business(R) Magazine EOY Awards Gala

IT and telecom company eLandia sets new revenue records, thanks to strong growth in Latin America. :: from www.latinbusinesschronicle.com

Spain Business Brief – Monday November 17 2008 :: from www.typicallyspanish.com

Bio Miguel Ferrer – Programming Director AOL Latino

Spanish Translation Los Angeles – Affinity Spanish Reaffirms Commitment

Marketers Do Multicultural, but Many Don’t Like Results: Survey :: from promomagazine.com

Univision Announces 2008 Third Quarter Results

Study: Multicultural Efforts Lack Funding, Internal Support Only 45% of Marketers Surveyed Are Satisfied With Results :: from adage.com

Localization World Founders Launch Localization Latin America Conference to Educate Companies Focused on Spanish Language Audiences

More US News –»

Rules of deportation – Immigration authorities need to release the guidelines they use in deciding ’stipulated removal’ cases. :: from www.latimes.com

Research Gives Hispanics Another Reason to Drink Their Milk This Diabetes Month and Beyond

A Strong Connection Between Overall Health and Oral Health Means It’s Time for Hispanics to Start Focusing on Their Teeth! :: from

Hispanic Elected Local Officials (HELO) Honor Conference of Mayors President Miami Mayor Manny Diaz at The National League of Cities’ (NLC) Meeting In Orlando

Sarah Aroeste, keeping Ladino music alive :: from www.nydailynews.com

Reading out loud: Literary venues for Latinos bloom in NYC :: from www.nydailynews.com

Leaders from Texas-Mexico border communities asked state legislators Thursday to help them take a stand against a federal border fence that they say harms business, culture and wildlife habitat. :: from www.nydailynews.com

How did Olga Diaz manage to beat a two-term incumbent and become the first self-described Latino council member in the 120-year history of Escondido? She swept the middle. Unofficial election results show that Diaz not only beat Ed Gallo, whom she will replace on the council, in all 25 precincts in central Escondido, but also had more votes there than Sam Abed, who finished first and won re-election. – California :: from www.signonsandiego.com

R.I.P. – Eloy Centeno, 78, was an outspoken ex-grocery chain owner – San Antonio :: from www.mysanantonio.com

Salvadoran teenager with rare genetic disorder gets help from local group :: from lohud.com

Orlando’s Fernando Bujones earns “extraordinary” tribute in new documentary :: from blogs.orlandosentinel.com

Noticias en Español –»

Abundan los eventos literarios en español en Nueva York :: from www.nydailynews.com

Sergio Ramírez presenta novela detectivesca “con humor” – El Cielo llora por mí :: from www.nydailynews.com

La quinua, el alimento de los dioses incas :: from www.nydailynews.com

Latinoamérica ganará más peso en nuevo orden financiero :: from www.elnuevoherald.com

International News :: English + Español –»

The Blogosphere in Latin America: An Analysis of the Region’s Webfluentials :: from hispanicad.com

Despite National and Global Distractions, the Popular Minga Marches on to Bogotá :: from upsidedownworld.org

Danger Ahead: Correa Gives Mining the Green Light in Ecuador :: from upsidedownworld.org

Police Repression and Presidential Promises: The Fight for Social Justice in Paraguay :: from upsidedownworld.org

Cuba celebrates its inclusion in Rio Group :: from www.nydailynews.com

Latinoamérica ganará más peso en nuevo orden financiero :: from www.elnuevoherald.com

Spain Business Brief – Monday November 17 2008 :: from www.typicallyspanish.com

Spain Papers Review – Monday November 17 2008 :: from www.typicallyspanish.com

Mexico’s Mineral de Pozos: A ghost town comes alive as an artist colony The ruins of the former mining town are being reclaimed as new residents and visitors bring the area back to life. :: from www.latimes.com

In Ecuador, a killing on Long Island sparks fear :: from www.newsday.com

Close to 300 people gathered for a Mass on the cobblestoned street in front of the house Marcelo Lucero built for his mother and was promising to move to after 15 years away from his homeland. – Ecuador :: from www.newsday.com

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