Hispanic y Latino News/Info :: September 30th, 2009 :: 5 Minutes to Empowerment
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Jose Hernandez tweeting from space bilingually – follow him – cool! :: from twitter.com
Dispelling bias against Latinos – Complicating and confounding efforts to reform the country’s immigration laws are widespread portrayals of Mexican immigrants as a threat to national culture and unity :: from www.recordnet.com
The foreclosure crisis has brought a particular set of issues to Latino immigrants in the Kansas City area. Because of language barriers and the lack of a credit history, many immigrants are vulnerable to predatory lenders. They haven’t faced more foreclosures than other groups. But when they do have housing problems, there are a few places where they can turn for help. :: from www.publicbroadcasting.net
Charleston composer Fernando Rivas continues his winning ways – one of America’s leading composers for children’s television :: from www.charlestoncitypaper.com
Latinos must use political capital towards demanding passage of the REAL Act – (very good read) :: from www.latinalista.net
A senior American diplomat has held unannounced, high-level talks in Havana with the Cuban government, three State Department officials told The Associated Press on Tuesday, raising hopes for a thaw in long-icy relations. :: from www.google.com
NASHVILLE: Amber alert issued for abducted 4-day-old baby – Yair Anthony Carillo – Police believe a woman posing as an immigration worker went to Carrillo’s home and demanded his mother Maria Gurrolla, give her the baby. When refused, the woman stabbed her. :: from www.tennessean.com
Las Vegas figures prominently in Hispanics’ growing clout – CNN and a federal agency director looked west for input on a burgeoning segment of U.S. population :: from www.lasvegassun.com
On this day in 1822, Joseph Marion Hernandez became the first Hispanic-American to serve in Congress as a delegate from the Florida Territory. :: from www.politico.com
RNC’s Spanish Translation Of Hispanic Heritage Month Press Release Riddled With Errors :: from wonkroom.thinkprogress.org
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Does the U.S. Constitution defend the rights of undocumented immigrants? :: from www.latinalista.net
Police in Framingham, Mass., say an illegal immigrant from Guatemala entered a police station, told officers he had stolen another man’s identity and asked to be deported because he could no longer make ends meet in America. :: from www.chron.com
With little movement on Immigration reform among lawmakers, the debate is entering a new space: museums. From New York to San Francisco, a network of museums will address tough questions on Immigration, including health care, borders and citizenship. :: from www.chicagotribune.com
William McKenzie: Why the Dream Act makes sense for illegal immigrants – and our country :: from www.dallasnews.com
Latino Influence Shapes Action Sports – “The area that surprised me most, though, was the Latino presence, success and influence in the X Games” :: from today.ucf.edu
Could bilingual census forms anger snubbed Latinos? :: from southchicagoan.blogspot.com
Peru’s largest penitentiary, located in Lima, transforms itself into a discotheque on the weekends where drugs and beer are sold, and authorities also allow entry to women and bands :: from www.laht.com
Experts compare Mexico’s battle with drug cartels to Colombia’s :: from www.miamiherald.com
Benjamin Bratt Loses “Cleaning” Job – The Cleaner done :: from www.latina.com
Rose McGowan and Robert Rodriguez Call Off Engagement :: from www.radaronline.com
Grupo anti-inmigrante ataca movimiento Judeo-Cristiano pro reforma inmigratoria tachándolos de ‘desconectados’ :: from wonkroom.thinkprogress.org
Minutemen killers, drugs and the CIA – Is the CIA conducting covert operations along the border using the Minutemen? :: from www.aztlan.net
The number of students in ESOL programs is on the rise in the United States, with huge growth in Georgia in particular. The state’s student population of English language learners has grown more than 200% between 1995 and 2005 :: from www.macon.com
Businessman activist Cid Wilson (only Dominican in the group) has proudly set to work on the task given him by President Barack Obama, which is to plan together with other prominent leaders the creation of the National Museum of the American Latino. :: from www.laht.com
Why the Mexican doesn’t celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month :: from www.pitch.com
Army remembers All-Hispanic regiment at Pentagon
Language as a bridge and an identity – At the Grupo Educa weekend language school, children from families with roots in Latin America and Spain are taught to keep the language of their forebears alive and well. :: from www.latimes.com
Governor Luis Fortuño of Puerto Rico Flees Egg Attack – (eggs are nothing compared to 17,000 people losing their jobs) :: from americantaino.blogspot.com
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Meet Rapper Mexia, Son of Los Tigres Del Norte’s Frontman :: from www.latina.com
Benjamin Bratt Loses “Cleaning” Job – The Cleaner done :: from www.latina.com
Rose McGowan and Robert Rodriguez Call Off Engagement :: from www.radaronline.com
Guitarrista de Maná Sergio Vallín grabó en Madrid vídeo de su primer disco como solista – “Solo Tú” :: from www.adn.es
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Latin Events, Sept. 30-Oct. 6 in NYC :: from www.nydailynews.com
Friday night, Oct. 2, 2009, the Naples Philharmonic will present the first of “Dos Noches Tropicales” (Two Tropical Nights) with one of salsa music’s legends, Oscar D’Leon. Saturday at 8 p.m. the excitement resumes with Willy Chirino and his famed “Miami sound” returning to the Phil after last year’s sold-out performance. :: from www.naplesnews.com
Calle 13 Shoots Adidas Commercial :: from hissip.com
Shakira (Sort Of) Confesses to Nose Job :: from www.latina.com
Pablo Montero niega violencia contra su novia :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Tito el Bambino cantará en la Casa Blanca :: from www.peopleenespanol.com
Carlos Vives regresa con un nuevo disco titulado ‘Clásicos de la Provincia II’. :: from www.univision.com
Belinda se ríe de los escándalos – La actriz asegura que ya no hará caso a los dimes y diretes, sólo se concentrará en su trabajo :: from www2.esmas.com
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Univision #1 Network in the Country in overall Prime on Friday Night :: from hispanicad.com
Study Reveals Critical Shortage of Latinos in Technology
Charleston composer Fernando Rivas continues his winning ways – one of America’s leading composers for children’s television :: from www.charlestoncitypaper.com
Latin Grammys tap into social media to build buzz :: from www.prweekus.com
Peter W. Davidson of Brooklyn, described as “an experienced dealmaker and executive in the private sector,” has been named to a key post in the state’s economic development agency – will be executive director, the No. 2 person, at the Empire State Development Corp., or ESD – Many of his businesses have been geared toward the Hispanic community, including El Diario/La Prensa. :: from www.poughkeepsiejournal.com
Businessman activist Cid Wilson (only Dominican in the group) has proudly set to work on the task given him by President Barack Obama, which is to plan together with other prominent leaders the creation of the National Museum of the American Latino. :: from www.laht.com
Online Advertising Targets Dynamic U.S. Hispanic Market
Immigration Crackdown With Firings, Not Raids :: from www.nytimes.com
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Hispanic Business Magazine Ranking is Latest Diversity Honor for Comerica Bank
Tecate & Heineken sponsors of 2009 Hispanic Heritage Awards :: from hispanicad.com
Univision offers loyal fans branded merchandise :: from hispanicad.com
V-me on KCET & Charter Communications in So Cal :: from hispanicad.com
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida re-assigned to Draft FCB Multicultural :: from hispanicad.com
Adrenalina announced staff promotions Zeiris, Bendesky and Argueta :: from hispanicad.com
More Hispanics (45%) said they are taking money out of savings and investments to help pay expenses than adults overall (42%). :: from www.brandweek.com
66% of Hispanics said they have cut down on credit card purchases—compared to 62% of adults overall. :: from www.brandweek.com
Latina Business Strategies Breakfast – Thursday, October 15th 2009 – San Francisco :: from dohertyassoc.com
The foreclosure crisis has brought a particular set of issues to Latino immigrants in the Kansas City area. Because of language barriers and the lack of a credit history, many immigrants are vulnerable to predatory lenders. They haven’t faced more foreclosures than other groups. But when they do have housing problems, there are a few places where they can turn for help. :: from www.publicbroadcasting.net
Latino homeowners shorn of mortgage interest tax deductions :: from www.hispanicmpr.com
California website draws United States residents with Mexico oriented forum – MiAltos.com :: from www.hispanicmpr.com
Latin America to lead world recovery, expert says
Latin America will see 3% growth next year as it helps lead global recovery, said a World Bank economist. :: from www.miamiherald.comCalle 13 Shoots Adidas Commercial :: from hissip.com
Mega TV Signs Multi-market Affiliation Agreements with HDTV Inc.
US Hispanic broadcaster Telemundo has acquired a 40% stake in its Colombian partner RTI for an undisclosed amount :: from www.c21media.net
American Pet Products Association (APPA) Launches Pets Add Life PSA Campaign in Spanish
National Health Partners Announces Agreements with Two Hispanic Marketing Groups
Juan Pablo Giometti, President and CEO of National Hispanic Entrepreneurs’ Organization (NHEO) will speak at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection on September 30 at 11:00 a.m. (EST). :: from www.salem-news.com
Governor Luis Fortuño of Puerto Rico Flees Egg Attack – (eggs are nothing compared to 17,000 people losing their jobs) :: from americantaino.blogspot.com
Health Net Named to Hispanic Business Magazine’s Top 60 Diversity Elite
Gulf Coast Latin Chamber Celebrates 15 year Anniversary with Spectacular Gala
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Daniel A. Olivas to moderate author’s panel for Latinos in Lotusland anthology :: from www.examiner.com
Anti-illegal immigration groups protest Mexican Consulate
After reports of suspected corruption at Mexican Consulate in Dallas, local group rallies this morning in Santa Ana. :: from www.ocregister.comHundreds of U.S. and local agents swept into a town in southern Puerto Rico on Tuesday to break up violent drug rings accused of operating out of several public housing projects. :: from www.miamiherald.com
Call for Nominations – Mujeres Latinas creates new award to recognize community leadership :: from www.extranews.net
Interview With Author/ Illustrator Adalucía Quan :: from labloga.blogspot.com
America’s Voice: Rep. Steve King throws free market under the bus, along with immigrants
Immigration Reform and Racial Tensions :: from standing-firm.com
Chemists Take Part in Hispanic Community Day; ACS Scholar Will Address Women
Mexican drug cartels shift to growing marijuana on this side of border :: from www.cleveland.com
Learning English A Family Affair – Latinos in Jefferson City, Missouri :: from www.komu.com
Some Dallas City Council members are suggesting that part of Central Expressway be renamed for civil rights activist Cesar Chavez. :: from www.nbcdfw.com
Detroit Science Center will open “The Accidental Mummies of Guanajuato” — a scientific, medical and cultural look at 36 Mexicans buried between about 1850 and 1950 whose bodies were unintentionally mummified in cement crypts. :: from www.stltoday.com
Patients’ Group Launches Spanish website – www.pacientesprimero.com
Hispanic and Latino culture celebrated in Lansing, Michigan :: from www.lansingstatejournal.com
Rice University’s mathematician Richard Tapia receives Hispanic Heritage Award
Chicana Phenom Writer Marisela Norte! Now Available as a Cool Commodity! :: from textmex.blogspot.com
LVL Letter to Congressman Baca Supporting H.R.2681, the PROUD Act
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Posted on: September 30th, 2009Say, What? Hugo Chavez Hearts Courtney Love? :: from www.mylatinovoice.com
Latin America to lead world recovery, expert says
Latin America will see 3% growth next year as it helps lead global recovery, said a World Bank economist. :: from www.miamiherald.comMexico policy unlikely to relieve poverty
Peru’s largest penitentiary, located in Lima, transforms itself into a discotheque on the weekends where drugs and beer are sold, and authorities also allow entry to women and bands :: from www.laht.com
Peru will ban transgenic seeds until 2014, Minister Brack says :: from www.livinginperu.com
Experts compare Mexico’s battle with drug cartels to Colombia’s :: from www.miamiherald.com
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