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Quinceañeras for boys? How Gen Z is reinventing the traditionally gendered Latino celebration
The Quinceañero tradition can be traced back to the Aztec civilization when a kid’s 14th marked when they mastered their life-long skills.
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30 famous Hispanic Heritage Month quotes to share now and forever
No two Latinx or Hispanic experiences are the same. The layers of identity, cultural expression and history are as varied as the shades of skin tones of those with Latinx or Hispanic roots.
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Meet Oscar Escobar
After Oscar Escobar was forced to leave a comfortable life in Colombia, he faced hunger and worked hard; now, he builds houses for people seeking to make their own American dreams come true.
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How Jessica Alba's Mexican heritage has inspired her parenting style
To be honest, Jessica Alba knows she likely wouldn’t helm a billion-dollar brand if it wasn’t for the work of those who came before her, telling E! News, “My grandparents sacrificed so much.”
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Hispanic Heritage Month: What does it mean to be Chicano?
During Hispanic Heritage Month, many proudly celebrate their culture, diversity and heritage. Others take advantage of this month to highlight their identity, as is the case of Adolfo “Zarco” Guerrero, who reflects on his ethnic identity, which is related to the term “Chicano”.
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Jose Hernández, migrant worker turned astronaut, says it's an ‘honor' to have movie about him
Michael Peña stars in the film inspired by the real-life story of NASA flight engineer José Hernández.
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52% of Hispanic and Latina women investors are more confident about their money than 5 years ago
Hispanic investors have a long way to go to close the wealth gap between them and non-Hispanic white Americans. But their investing knowledge is on the rise.
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Ashley Sanchez and Sofia Huerta embracing Mexican American identities with USWNT
USWNT players Ashley Sanchez and Sofia Huerta detailed how they came to accept and embrace their Mexican American heritage.
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‘Azucar!' Celia Cruz, the ‘Queen of Salsa' now has her own Barbie on sale
The long-awaited Barbie doll inspired by the “Queen of Salsa” Celia Cruz finally went on sale this week after Mattel announced news of the dolls release in 2021.
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Speak now: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
This Hispanic Heritage Month we’re sharing the stories from NBC10 Boston and Telemundo Nueva Inglaterra in our “Speak Now” series. In this edition, we present the emotional stories from our Hispanic employees, including their struggles and challenges in the United States. Watch the videos below and join us in celebrating Hispanic culture!
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Breaking barriers, shaping futures: Amplify Latinx to host inaugural award reception
There are countless inspiring and exceptional Latinx leaders across the state and Amplify Latinx is hosting an inaugural award reception to elevate their voices and honor them. Eneida Roman, president and CEO of Amplify Latinx, talks in-studio about the importance of this recognition and what else the organization is up to.
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From chips to memes: How Flamin' Hot Cheetos became a cultural icon for U.S. Latinos
The spicy snack has inspired songs, clothes and movies, but for some Latinos in the U.S., the chips hold a particularly special meaning.
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How Spanglish is being embraced as a ‘lenguaje' of its own
Once shunned as the language of “no sabo kids,” it’s now being called a “literal lifestyle.”
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What is Hispanic Heritage Month and why is it celebrated?
Americans across the country celebrate this month with pride and joy to highlight the importance of diversity.
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Fiesta En La Plaza's programming and performances
September 15th marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. Elsa Mosquera, co-founder of Agora Cultural Architects, stops by the studio to tell us all about the sort of festivities and events that people can expect.
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Movie Review: ‘A Million Miles Away' charms and inspires with the tale of an unlikely astronaut
If ever there was an inspirational story about reaching for the stars, it’s “A Million Miles Away,” the real-life journey of a how a boy who grew up as a migrant farmworker became a NASA astronaut.
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Hispanic Heritage Month: 8 Latinos who influenced American life
They are activists who worked for the rights of migrant workers, law makers and politicians as well as fashion designers and innovators. Hispanic Latinos are the fastest growing population in the United States accounting for roughly 18% — 60.6 million — of the nation’s total population. Latinos continue to contribute to American culture as musicians, small business owners, chefs, veterans…
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Campaign aims to raise Alzheimer's awareness in Hispanic communities
Latinos are 1.5 times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s than other races, according to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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From piñata to postage stamp, US celebrates centuries-old Hispanic tradition
The U.S. Postal Service is rolling out its latest special edition postage stamps, paying homage to a Hispanic tradition that has evolved over centuries to become a universal symbol of celebration.
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10 possible signs of Alzheimer's — and how the disease affects Hispanic people
The Alzheimer’s Association created a list of early signs of the disease or other types of dementia. In the United States, the disease disproportionately affects Hispanic patients.