As reported by the AP, Marcelino de Jesus Martinez, of Greenfield, California recently pleaded no contest to charges of child endangerment. Back in February, he pleaded not guilty to charges of procuring a child for lewd acts, and aiding and. . . READ FULL STORY

Carnival in Brazil is full of beautiful people of all shades, dancing to samba and celebrating the many cultures and rich history of the large South American country.  One standout this year was Viviane Castro, known for baring all with the. . . READ FULL STORY

President Barack Obama is going to have a lot on his plate at the fifth Summit of the America's, kicking off today in the small island nation of Trinidad and Tobago. Although circumstances have drastically changed since the last Summit four years. . . READ FULL STORY

A Brazilian 9 year-old, who was raped and impregnated by her 23-year-old stepfather, was given permission to abort the twins she was carrying, angering Catholic officials. Although abortion is illegal in Brazil, exceptions are made in cases where. . . READ FULL STORY

Bronx Borough President Adolfo Carrión is moving to Washington! President Barack Obama recently tapped the NYC politico to be the first director of the newly created Office on Urban Policy. After months of speculation about a possible appointment. . . READ FULL STORY