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Boston Marathon Bombing Update: 3 Dead, at Least 145 Injured

By Sugey Palomares | 04/16/2013 - 10:12 | 0 Comments

As investigations surrounding the Boston Marathon bombing continue, ABC News has confirmed that three people were killed, at least 145 people were...

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Pope Francis Rigid On Reforming “Radical Feminist” U.S. Nuns

By Amaris Castillo | 04/16/2013 - 10:09 | 0 Comments

Seems as though Pope Francis isn’t too keen on “radical” feminism. Reports are out that the new Argentine leader of the Roman Catholic Church has reaffirmed the Vatican’s criticism of a group of Catholic nuns known as the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR). The group, which represents more than 80...

25 Influential Latinos You've Probably Never Heard Of

25 Influential Latinos You've Probably Never Heard Of

By Sugey Palomares | 04/15/2013 - 16:58 | 0 Comments

We often hear about the amazing work celebrities and high-profiled leaders are doing to change the world, but there are countless of influential Latinos that are left behind-the-scenes. We are honoring these women and men who have made strides in media, science, medicine, corporate America, and more.

Breaking News: Two Huge Explosions at Boston Marathon Finish Line

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Update: Explosions at Boston Marathon Leave 2 Dead, 90 Injured

By Samantha Leal | 04/15/2013 - 15:57 | 0 Comments

Two explosions caused chaos at the Boston Marathon finish line at Copley Square, causing numerous injuries, reports the Boston Herald. The blasts went off just before 3 p.m. today.

“I saw two explosions. The...

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Men Can’t Read Women’s Emotions Through Eyes, Study Says

By Amaris Castillo | 04/15/2013 - 12:01 | 0 Comments

Ladies, when a man stares into your eyes, don’t let (for one second) your knees weaken and believe you’re in some scene a la The Notebook. In reality, he may be peering into your pupils, but reading your emotions is the last thing he’s doing. And that’s because he can’t seem to do that very well.

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Nicholas Maduro during the closing rally of his campaign in Caracas

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Hugo Chavez's Heir Nicolas Maduro Wins Venezuela Presidency

By Amaris Castillo | 04/15/2013 - 10:02 | 0 Comments

The election of Hugo Chavez’s successor on Sunday has sparked a demand for a recount by his rival. Nicolas Maduro won Venezuela’s presidential election on Sunday by a very narrow margin (234,935 votes to be exact) and according to electoral officials, he earned just 50.7 percent of the votes compared to 49.1 percent for ...

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Sound Off: 15 Reactions To Mexican Barbie

By Latina Staff | 04/12/2013 - 15:50 | 0 Comments

The internet has been buzzing about the "Dolls of the World" Mexican Barbie, that comes with a chihuahua and passport. While many pointed out that all of the dolls come with a passport, others expressed their disappointment of the stereotypical...

Modern Mami: The 15 Craziest Things People Have Told Me About Pregnancy

By Kristina Guerrero | 04/12/2013 - 11:47 | 0 Comments

Baby Bean arrives in just a few months and as a first time momma, I’ve got a lot of questions. Luckily, I have a vast support group that I can turn to when I need advice. How many bottles do I need to buy? What kind of stroller should I get? Do I need a bassinet or just a crib?

For the most part, it’s great advice but every once in a...

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