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Inspiring Latina of the Week: Scientist & Community Leader Lina Oliveros

By Valerie Tejeda | 05/14/2013 - 10:00 | 0 Comments

Lina Oliveros is doing more than her part to help our environment. Originally from Colombia, the now Batlimore-based scientist created a project called, "Raising Prawns in the City," an alternative to harvesting shrimp from natural waters using aquaponics- a concept that dates back to early Aztec civilizations.

In addition to her work with "Raising...

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I'm a Survivor! 5 Latino Stars Who Beat Cancer

By Sugey Palomares | 05/14/2013 - 09:26 | 0 Comments

Cancer affects everyone from our neighbors, friends, and family, to celebrities. Actress Angelina Jolie confessed in an op-ed article for The New York Times that she underwent several surgeries because she was...

The 10 Best Viral Engagement Proposals!

The 10 Best Viral Engagement Proposal Videos!

By Samantha Leal | 05/13/2013 - 16:09 | 0 Comments

We’ll admit it: we’re a sucker for anything over-the-top when it comes to gestures of love. And what bigger moment to completely go for it than a proposal? With wedding season in full force, we’re taking a look at some of the most amazing proposals that have made the internet rounds.

Gina DeJesus

Cleveland Kidnap Case: Gina DeJesus Forgets Spanish While in Captivity

By Sugey Palomares | 05/13/2013 - 15:22 | 0 Comments

As Cleveland kidnap and rape survivor Gina Dejesus begins acclimating to life at home after being held captive by suspect Ariel Castro for...

Mother's Day Parade Shooting: 19 Injured in New Orleans, Police Seek Gunmen

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Mother's Day Parade Shooting: 19 Injured in New Orleans, Police Seek Gunmen

By Sugey Palomares | 05/13/2013 - 13:37 | 0 Comments

Mother’s Day had a violent ending during a New Orleans parade on Sunday. Nineteen people were wounded, including two children, after gunmen opened fire during the event on Sunday.

According to Reuters, police are looking for three suspects...

Mother Laura Montoya

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Mother Laura Montoya is Colombia's First Saint

By Latina Staff | 05/13/2013 - 12:30 | 0 Comments

Sunday was an important day in Colombia's history, as the first Colombian was canonized as a saint by Pope Francis. Mother Laura Montoya was named a saint by the Catholic Church, with livestreams broadcasting the moment to her hometown of Jerico, in the western state of Antioquia.

The nun, who was known as Mother Laura...

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Masturbation Month: 6 Cute Sex Toys You Can Keep in the Drawer Without Worry

By Amaris Castillo | 05/12/2013 - 09:06 | 0 Comments

It’s Masturbation Month! And what better love is there than the one you have for yourself? Of course, society is still bashful about the thought of us rubbing on… well, you know...

In honor of this self-loving month, we picked out a few toys that are discreet, but get the job done - and well-done. Have fun:

The Greatest Lessons We’ve Learned from Our Moms

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The 20 Greatest Lessons We’ve Learned from Our Moms

By Amaris Castillo | 05/12/2013 - 09:03 | 0 Comments

Someone did say mothers know best. In honor of this upcoming Mother’s Day, we took to our Facebook page to ask Latina.com readers about the greatest lessons taught to them by their Mamis.

We were touched to receive a flood of...

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