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The Power 4 –»
E: Should We Have a National Latino Museum? In tough economic times, is creating new culturally specific museums a good idea? – Debating: Kym Rice, George Washington University, Arlene Davila, professor of anthropology, Tony Bechara, chairman, El Museo del Barrio, Tey Marianna Nunn, National Hispanic Cultural Center, Edward M. Luby, professor of museum studies :: from www.nytimes.com –» jump to Essentials section
C: Miguel Bosé ya se encuentra en Madrid con sus gemelos – He is the father of twins announced via Twitter :: from www.generaccion.com–» jump to Cultura section
B: One in Four Hispanics Who Access the Internet Do So Via Their Mobile Phone, Reports Mintel –» jump to Business section
B: After 70 years in English, Archie Comics is poised to start offering some of its titles in Spanish through its digital storefront, making it the first major publisher to expand its language offerings. :: from www.usatoday.com
Jump to Section: Essentials, Cultura, Business, Immigration, Additional US Hispanic News and International News
Hispanic/Latino News Essentials –»
Latest Pew Hispanic analysis reveals a Latino segment civically disenfranchised by choice :: from www.latinalista.net
Latino turnout squanders chance at being key voting bloc :: from www.washingtonpost.com
Lost In Translation: American Decodes Weird Spanish Slang :: from www.aolnews.com
Obama’s Mexicogate? – A secret operation (Fast and Furious) to run guns across the border to Mexican drug cartels — overseen by U.S. government agents — threatens to become a major scandal for the Obama administration. :: from www.cipamericas.org
Bullying Is Widespread In Chile’s Schools, Study Reveals – Over 13,000 students reported instances of assault with a firearm!!! :: from www.santiagotimes.cl
In-depth: A Primer on Latino Polling Methodology – By Matt A. Barreto and Gary M. Segura, Latino Decisions – more followup to André Pineda :: from latinodecisions.wordpress.com
Florida’s Hispanic students are earning more college degrees than their counterparts in other states, but President Obama and others note there’s room for improvement. :: from www.miamiherald.com
Deportation Halted for Some Students as Lawmakers Seek New Policy :: from www.nytimes.com
Should We Have a National Latino Museum? In tough economic times, is creating new culturally specific museums a good idea? – Debating: Kym Rice, George Washington University, Arlene Davila, professor of anthropology, Tony Bechara, chairman, El Museo del Barrio, Tey Marianna Nunn, National Hispanic Cultural Center, Edward M. Luby, professor of museum studies :: from www.nytimes.com
in case you missed it: HispanicTips’ Latino News Summary – April 26th, 2011
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Cultura Essentials –»
There was no shortage of Latino talent on last night’s premiere of NBC’s, The Voice – Videos :: from latina.com
Miguel Bosé ya se encuentra en Madrid con sus gemelos – He is the father of twins announced via Twitter :: from www.generaccion.com
Video: Javiera Mena – “Ya No Quieras Comprenderlo Todo” :: from www.clubfonograma.com
Jennifer Lopez Performing with Pitbull on ‘American Idol’ :: from latina.com
Latino happenings in Nueva York, April 27-May 3 :: from www.nydailynews.com
in case you missed it: HispanicTips’ Cultura News Summary – April 26th, 2011
More Cultura News (still needs curation) –»
Paty Manterola Coming Out With Makeup Line :: from www.latingossip.com
Video + MP3: Girl Is TÖUGH – “Touch & Play” :: from www.clubfonograma.com
Want to be a DJ? Heineken Partners with DJ4LIFE Academy, Train with DJ Pros! – opportunity to train in English and Spanish in NYC :: from www.mylatinovoice.com
Lost In Translation: American Decodes Weird Spanish Slang :: from www.aolnews.com
Ana Bárbara, libre de cargos por accidente en Cancún :: from www.eluniversal.com.mx
Video: A night with Latino filmmakers at the Tribeca Film Festival and Heineken – Liliana Gil :: from hispaniccmo.com
After the success of the series Drenaje Profundo, Azteca America presents Al Caer la Noche, a bone-chilling new suspense series beginning this Saturday, April 30 at 10 pm / 9 C. :: from hispanicad.com
Recipes for Health: Shrimp and Mango Tacos :: from www.nytimes.com
After 70 years in English, Archie Comics is poised to start offering some of its titles in Spanish through its digital storefront, making it the first major publisher to expand its language offerings. :: from www.usatoday.com
Recipe: Grapefruit Chicken Fajitas with Texas Red Grapefruit Salsa :: from sweetlifebake.com
Prince Malik Video Teaser on Vimeo
HOLAfábrica presents THE TRANSITION WORKSHOP with JULIO AGUSTÍN :: from elblogdehola.blogspot.com
Do family ties hinder achievement among Latinos? :: from beinglatino.wordpress.com
Plátano Chains & Radical Gym Shoes: An Interview with Artist Miguel Luciano :: from gozamos.com
Hispanic Organization of Latin Actors (HOLA) Member Bochinche/Gossip for Tuesday, April 26, 2011 :: from elblogdehola.blogspot.com
An Immersion Adventure in Mexico | Part 2 :: from www.spanglishbaby.com
Review: Neon Walrus – Épico :: from www.clubfonograma.com
Myrka Dellanos Returns To Television :: from www.latingossip.com
VOTE: Who Is The Best New Latin Artist of the Year? Banda Los Recoditos, Chino Y Nacho, Prince Royce, and Voz de Mando :: from latina.com
Star Tracker: Eddie Cibrian, Eva Mendes, Calle 13 and More :: from latina.com
Rodrigo Santoro Talks About Epic Film ‘There Be Dragons’ :: from blogamole.tr3s.com
Jessica Alba Sends Out Easter Tweets :: from blogamole.tr3s.com
1Click2Cuba profiles Claudia Cadelo, “one of the best-known members of the Cuban blogging community.” :: from 1click2cuba.blogspot.com
Cesar Millan Takes A Stand Against Puppy Mills :: from blogamole.tr3s.com
Latin music executives agree their industry is in trouble, but what needs to be done is generating intense debate. :: from www.miamiherald.com
Veronica Castro Reportedly Has Emphysema :: from www.latingossip.com
Selena Gomez to Hang Up Her Wizard Hat This Friday :: from latina.com
Eva Mendes Breaks Down Her Sizzling Red Carpet Look and Bad-Girl Role in ‘Last Night’ :: from latina.com
Top Chef Canada: Steve Gonzalez dishes on getting chopped from the show :: from www.vancouversun.com
Continuing Letras Latinas’ profile of chapbooks, Thelma T. Reyna, author of Breath & Bone, shares advice for aspiring writers on publication, poetry contests, and working with a small press. :: from latinopoetryreview.blogspot.com
Simon Fuller Announces ‘Q’VIVA! THE CHOSEN’ with Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony and Jamie King
The “American Idol” judge, who partners with her husband Marc Anthony, director Jamie King and XIX Entertainment head Simon Fuller, says “Q’Viva” is “a show for the 21st century.” :: from www.hollywoodreporter.com
A NEW Must-Have Poetry Anthology by Alma Flor Ada – Todo es canción: Antología poética – (Everything is a Song: Poetry Anthology) :: from labloga.blogspot.com
Latino Band Wins Nashville’s 2011 Battle of the Bands Corporate Competition :: from www.examiner.com
Jenni Rivera To Undergo Surgery For Breast Tumor :: from blogamole.tr3s.com
Organizers of Juárez Competitiva identify Chamizal as possible concert venue – Mexico :: from www.elpasotimes.com
Evanston Sam’s Club® Hosts Actress and Breast Cancer Survivor Adamari Lopez – Illinois
Cristian Castro Gets Frisky With Reporter :: from www.latingossip.com
Tried-and-true Latin artists vie for Billboard Latin Music Awards – Thursday :: from www.miamiherald.com
Latinos struggle to help kids – Study probes barriers, cultural differences faced by parents – “Latinos in North Central Indiana” :: from www.southbendtribune.com
¡FELIZ CUMPLEAÑOS NACOTHEQUE! – 5 years old
Should We Have a National Latino Museum? In tough economic times, is creating new culturally specific museums a good idea? – Debating: Kym Rice, George Washington University, Arlene Davila, professor of anthropology, Tony Bechara, chairman, El Museo del Barrio, Tey Marianna Nunn, National Hispanic Cultural Center, Edward M. Luby, professor of museum studies :: from www.nytimes.com
Business Essentials –»
Have marketers mastered the art of cultural diversity in branding? – A new Culture Watch research project could unearth some valuable insights for marketers based on changing demographics. :: from www.marketingweek.co.uk
Don’t Rely on Census Bureau Survey Results to Drive Your Hispanic Targeting – By Catherine Lovell Consumer behavior analyst at Varga Media Solutions :: from www.hispanicmpr.com
With nearly 20% of Hispanic P18-49 television viewing in Spanish today going to cable networks, a dramatic shift from broadcast to cable among this key audience segment is underway, according to newly-released research from the Cabletelevision Advertising Bureau (CAB). :: from hispanicad.com
After 70 years in English, Archie Comics is poised to start offering some of its titles in Spanish through its digital storefront, making it the first major publisher to expand its language offerings. :: from www.usatoday.com
One in Four Hispanics Who Access the Internet Do So Via Their Mobile Phone, Reports Mintel
Car sales in Latin America skyrocket – Economic stability, easier credit and a rapidly expanding middle class are fueling the boom. :: from www.latimes.com
Simon Fuller Announces ‘Q’VIVA! THE CHOSEN’ with Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony and Jamie King
in case you missed it: HispanicTips’ Business News Summary – April 26th, 2011
More Business News (still needs curation) –»
Gov. Mary Fallin and Oklahoma Secretary of Commerce and Tourism Dave Lopez speak to a Greater Tulsa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce luncheon :: from www.tulsaworld.com
The Domar Group, Inc. is a national leading retained executive search firm headquarters in Los Angeles, recognized by major fortune 500/1000 companies as a go-to firm for Hispanic and multicultural talent. :: from latinola.com
HootSuite now speaks Español :: from www.wiredlatinos.com
Video: A night with Latino filmmakers at the Tribeca Film Festival and Heineken – Liliana Gil :: from hispaniccmo.com
Veteran journalist Eucario Bermudez returns this week with his daily comments to the Noticiero del Mediodía (News at noon) on Radio Caracol 1260 AM, the leading Spanish-language talk radio station in South Florida. :: from hispanicad.com
After the success of the series Drenaje Profundo, Azteca America presents Al Caer la Noche, a bone-chilling new suspense series beginning this Saturday, April 30 at 10 pm / 9 C. :: from hispanicad.com
Analysis: Are TV Upfronts useful? What about digital upfronts? :: from www.portada-online.com
The Beginning (and End) of a Free Trade Agenda :: from www.latintelligence.com
Nike, Pepsi Campaigns Steal Show at Latin America’s Wave Festival :: from adage.com
Is Netflix Headed For Britain & Latin America? :: from socialtimes.com
A great resource on new Latin American journalism – Revista, a magazine about Latin America :: from www.niemanlab.org
Las Ventanas al Paraíso, Los Cabos Names Mariajose Rodriguez ‘Director of Romance’ :: from themexicoreport.com
New Latina: Ten Tips for Women in Business :: from newlatina.net
Significant Growth of South American Tourists to Cuba :: from www.plenglish.com
Are SSA No-Match Letters Putting American Jobs at Risk? :: from immigrationimpact.com
Fox Sports said that CJ Olivares, who helped launch Fuel TV eight years ago, is leaving the network. :: from www.broadcastingcable.com
Latin music executives agree their industry is in trouble, but what needs to be done is generating intense debate. :: from www.miamiherald.com
Pulpo Media Becomes U.S. Hispanic Internet Leader, as Hispanic Population Soars
Recession slows growth in Idaho’s Hispanic buying power :: from www.cdapress.com
The “American Idol” judge, who partners with her husband Marc Anthony, director Jamie King and XIX Entertainment head Simon Fuller, says “Q’Viva” is “a show for the 21st century.” :: from www.hollywoodreporter.com
Mexico’s Grupo Bimbo Obtains $1.3 Billion Loan :: from www.laht.com
Dell’s Spanish-language laptops sell like hotcakes at South Florida BrandsMart USA stores :: from blogs.sun-sentinel.com
CLCA Introduces New Spanish Study Guide for Water Management Certification Program – California
Immigration News (still needs curation) –»
Russell Pearce Points to U-Haul Rentals to Prove Arizona’s SB 1070’s “Success” :: from americasvoiceonline.org
Indocumentados piden a los diputados mexicanos aprobar nueva ley migratoria :: from es-us.noticias.yahoo.com
Rhode Island: Lawmaker who slammed immigrant pot-smokers arrested on drug charge :: from content.usatoday.com
FAIR Employee Published in White Nationalist Journal :: from imagine2050.newcomm.org
Anti-Immigrant Groups Attack New York Times :: from imagine2050.newcomm.org
President Barack Obama on Tuesday criticized an immigration bill passed by Georgia’s Legislature that would give police authority to question suspects about their immigration status. :: from www.reuters.com
Police Rescue 51 Migrants Kidnapped Near U.S.-Mexico Border :: from www.laht.com
Video: Nationwide push for immigration Luis Gutierrez comes to San Jose, California :: from abclocal.go.com
Connecticut DREAMer’s Deportation Stayed with Help from Governor :: from colorlines.com
Once More, Border Vigilante Laine Lawless Flirts With Nazi Enthusiasts – chief of the vigilante group Border Guardians :: from www.splcenter.org
Deportation Halted for Some Students as Lawmakers Seek New Policy :: from www.nytimes.com
Presente’s Campaign against SB1070: L.A. city officials are on the verge of awarding $106 million of our tax dollars to one of Arizona’s largest companies: Honeywell International – rally in Downtown LA on Wednesday, April 27th :: from act.presente.org
Additional US Hispanic/Latino News (still needs curation) –»
Tucson judge adds 65 years to Shawna Forde’s death sentence – Brisenia Flores case – Arizona :: from azstarnet.com
Gregory Tejeda: Latino voter bloc on the rise, along with non-voters :: from southchicagoan.blogspot.com
Ingrid Alvarez-DiMarzo takes reins at Hispanic Center of Danbury – Connecticut :: from www.newstimes.com
A Shift From Agriculture is the first of a three-part WyoFile series, Hispanic Wyoming, looking at changing immigration trends in the Cowboy State, and how Wyoming’s Hispanic population has become more diversified. :: from wyofile.com
A 17-year-old high school student, Sharon Chanon Velázquez, has struck a plea agreement with prosecutors in the Massachusetts bullying case of a 15-year-old Irish immigrant who committed suicide, according to new court documents. :: from latino.foxnews.com
Plugged In: Positive Development Strategies for Disconnected Latino Youth :: from metrolatinousa.com
The Kansas LULAC Annual State Convention, hosted by K-State LULAC Council 11078, will take place Saturday in the Kansas State University Student Union at Manhattan. :: from cjonline.com
Fighting Drug War Creates Drug War – When the United States starts talking about illicit drugs, why does the word “war” always makes its way into the conversation? :: from www.miller-mccune.com
Puerto Rican Status Forum to be Held in Washington on May 3 :: from juliorvarela.com
Center for Puerto Rico Equality & Advancement (CPREA) Responds to President Obama’s Task Force on Puerto Rico :: from juliorvarela.com
Rep. Ramirez wrestles with his conscience & pins it! – Colorado :: from www.mariowire.com
The San Francisco Foundation funds TCHC’s chronic care service to Hispanic immigrants.
Stanford Geneticist Carlos D. Bustamante Pushes for More African-Americans, Hispanics to Join Critical Research :: from www.blackvoicenews.com
Miguel Perez: Obama’s Latino Problem :: from www.creators.com
With Latino students in Rochester public schools having low graduation and high dropout rates, school officials convened a summit Tuesday to begin formulating strategies. – New York :: from www.democratandchronicle.com
A record 14.7 million Latinos didn’t vote in 2010 midterm elections :: from www.post-gazette.com
The Environmental Protection Agency issued a Notice of Violation of the U.S. Clean Air Act to a Chicago foundry accused of emitting tons of lead particles in an area that is home to two mainly Hispanic schools. :: from www.laht.com
Q&A: Juanita Villarreal, executive director of the Beaverton Hispanic Resource Center – Oregon :: from www.oregonlive.com
A lawsuit over Yakima City Council elections is now focused on the much broader question of how council districts are drawn up. Latino representation is the issue. :: from www.yakima-herald.com
Video: Latinos Taking on the Establishment – For a sense of the challenges that both parties will have in winning over Hispanic voters in 2012, look no further than New Mexico, the state with the highest percentage of Latinos in the country. :: from www.nationaljournal.com
International News (still needs curation) –»
Posted on: April 27th, 2011Globalizing the Struggle: Women’s Voices from the Mesoamerican People’s Forum in Mexico :: from upsidedownworld.org
Nike, Pepsi Campaigns Steal Show at Latin America’s Wave Festival :: from adage.com
Is Netflix Headed For Britain & Latin America? :: from socialtimes.com
Las Ventanas al Paraíso, Los Cabos Names Mariajose Rodriguez ‘Director of Romance’ :: from themexicoreport.com
Obama’s Mexicogate? – A secret operation (Fast and Furious) to run guns across the border to Mexican drug cartels — overseen by U.S. government agents — threatens to become a major scandal for the Obama administration. :: from www.cipamericas.org
Bullying Is Widespread In Chile’s Schools, Study Reveals – Over 13,000 students reported instances of assault with a firearm!!! :: from www.santiagotimes.cl
Significant Growth of South American Tourists to Cuba :: from www.plenglish.com
More Than 3 Million Colombians Affected by Rains :: from www.plenglish.com
Mexican scientist Andrea Saenz-Arroyo has received one of the four 2011 Distinguished Marine Conservation Fellowship awarded by The Pew Charitable Trusts. :: from www.laht.com
Veteran diplomat John Caulfield to move over from Venezuela to represent U.S. interests in Cuba. :: from www.miamiherald.com
Car sales in Latin America skyrocket – Economic stability, easier credit and a rapidly expanding middle class are fueling the boom. :: from www.latimes.com
Mexico’s Grupo Bimbo Obtains $1.3 Billion Loan :: from www.laht.com
Marcos R. Tejada could be 1st Dominican in Canada’s Parliament :: from www.dominicantoday.com
Organizers of Juárez Competitiva identify Chamizal as possible concert venue – Mexico :: from www.elpasotimes.com
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