10/2: Paulina Rubio Oct 1, 2009
After her performance in Tempe, Paulina takes her tour on the road to several other U.S. cities before hitting Mexico, Colombia and other Latin American countries. "Pau," who released her new album "Gran City Pop" in late June, has sold hundreds of thousands of copies all over the world. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Cubans flock to iconic plaza for 'peace concert' Sep 21, 2009
20: Hundreds of thousands gathered in Cuba for what was billed a peace concert featuring 15 top Latin American, Spanish and Cuban artists. Nightly News. (MSNBC -- Music)
Oscar de la Renta goes global Sep 18, 2009
Diane von Furstenberg imagined sunset on the Nile, while Carolina Herrera had a Latin American vibe with exotic rope and raffia details. Marchesa looked to Japan. (AZCentral -- Style)
Interview: Walt & El Grupo Director... Sep 18, 2009
Disney Documentary Explores Disney's 1940's Latin American Tour ... Ted Thomas: "The best way into this film was families. During the research phase, we were quite taken by the fact that relatives of El Grupo had saved many letters and photos. "And when we visited some of the Latin American countries, we met the children and grandchildren of the people who had hosted and interacted with the Disney group. (Suite101.com)
Mexican lore inspires T-shirts Sep 16, 2009
"In a way, thirtysomething years later, it just came back to that moment of inspiration," said Esquer, 42, now a highly respected Latin American artist ... Although the T-shirts have been available since May via Alfalfa Seeds' Web site, the line will launch simultaneously in New York City and locally on Nov. 1 -- the Day of the Dead, a Latin American holiday where family and friends pray for and remember loved ones who have died ... The next line of T-shirts, in fact, will feature seven Latin... (Daytona Beach News Journal)
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"In Mexican culture, the charro -- the Mexican cowboy -- is the standard Mexican folk hero. And he's a horseman," says William Beezley, a professor of Latin American history at the University of Arizona in Tucson who has written several books on Mexican culture. He also credits the ongoing popularity of the charreada -- part rodeo, part fancy riding -- that is prevalent throughout Mexico. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Peru's Plans for Global (Foodie) Conquest Sep 16, 2009
Bembos, a Peruvian hamburger joint, has operations in other Latin American countries as well as two in India (serving a non-beef burger). Acurio takes heart from the success of Japanese cuisine around the world. (Time.com)
Russia and Brazil push ties Sep 12, 2009
Mr Medevev's talks in Brazil form part of a Latin American tour aimed at boosting Russia's presence and trade ties in a region of considerable strategic importance to the US.. The timing of Mr Medvedev's tour is significant, coming during the transition period between the Bush and Obama administrations in the US, says BBC diplomatic correspondent Jonathan Marcus. (BBC News -- Americas)
Venezuela to get Russian missiles Sep 12, 2009
Russia has been strengthening its ties with several Latin American countries, including Venezuela. The two countries held joint naval exercises in Venezuelan waters last November. (BBC News -- Americas)
Colombia Exhibit Brings Protests to Campus Sep 11, 2009
The piece of art is being sponsored here on campus by the Center for Latin American Studies ... The main mission of the Center for Latin American Studies is to educate about all aspects of our region of interest. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
Daily television guide Sep 1, 2009
Which Way Home 7 p.m. (HBO) Chronicling the perilous journeys of Latin American kids immigrating alone to the United States. NR (2009). (Boston Globe)
Radical Feminism in the Classroom Aug 25, 2009
There are no militant feminists in Latin American countries either. In both cultures, women have a radically different attitude and they conduct themselves more humbly. (Townhall.com)
* World News Quick Take Aug 25, 2009
He said he would bring it to a meeting of Latin American leaders on Friday in Bariloche, Argentina, which has been called to discuss the US military presence in Colombia. This story has been viewed 289 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Wellesley resident travels to Peru for school trip Aug 25, 2009
Dr. Ernesto Guerra, who joined the Roxbury Latin s staff when the school started offering Spanish last year and who teaches a course on Latin American history, has been visiting Peru annually since 1994 ... The boys who had taken the Latin American history class were able to see many art works and sites they had learned about. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Interview with Candice Crain Aug 24, 2009
As a female country artist of Latin American descent, Candice Crain, (26), from Pueblo, Colorado, finds herself something of a rarity. While there have been a number of Hispanic male country singers who have enjoyed success; Rick Trevi;o, Johnny Rodriguez, Freddy Fender etc. (Suite101.com)
Two very different groups will give Boston a taste of Argentina's eclectic sounds this week Aug 21, 2009
It s like a reinterpretation of Latin American sounds with modern electronic music production. It s kind of a broad categorization, but there s definitely a big enough scene in Buenos Aires and abroad that s doing similar things with this music. (Boston Globe)
UT center expands Latin American research Aug 19, 2009
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127th AES Convention Posts Awards Presentations Aug 14, 2009
Jorge R. Urbano Calva: Co-chair, 2008 Latin American Conference, Mexico City ... Francisco Miranda Kirchner: Co-chair, 2008 Latin American Conference, Mexico City ... Andres Mayo: Co-chair, 2007 Latin American Conference, Buenos Aires. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Keokuk teachers tell of class trip to Greece, Italy and Spain Aug 13, 2009
The entertainers on the cruise played Greek, Italian and Latin American dancing music, including the tango. We enjoyed watching the skillful dancers glide across the dance floor and perform some traditional dances for all to enjoy. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Newsweek: Chile puts focus on preschool education Aug 7, 2009
ALAS has also sought to affect policy by working with the development economist Jeffrey Sachs and his Earth Institute at Columbia University to persuade Latin American governments to scale up their funding for programs in a region where about 60 percent of all kids still live in poverty. "This is not the time for governments to be cutting back," says Joanna Rubinstein, director of strategic development for the Earth Institute. (MSNBC -- International)
Budget Geneva: Dips in the lake, free concerts Jul 30, 2009
CHEAP EATS: At Geneva's street festivals you find grilled Swiss sausages and a variety of Latin American food under $10 (10 francs) ... 9, offers numerous free concerts, dance floors with disco and Latin American music, rides (for a fee) and a big fireworks show Aug. 8. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
SCITUATE AROUND TOWN: Sauters are thrice-blessed Jul 18, 2009
The students were based at the Institute for Latin American Concern Center, affiliated with Creighton University, which serves as a health clinic for medical professionals who volunteer their much-needed services to rural farming families outside Santiago. Throughout their visit, the students encountered many examples of the contrasts between the country s extreme poverty and native charm. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
ANDICOM, More Than 20 Years Evolving at the Pace of the Industry Jul 10, 2009
The issue of creating welfare with the use of ICT will be presented at a space CINTEL has called "U-Life: Generation of viable and cost-effective welfare," which addresses the themes of the Future Internet, Digital Audio Broadcasting and 4G Cellular Convergence, M-citizen, Green IT, closing with a panel where representatives of the World Bank, IDB, OAS, ITU and the moderation of the Director of the National Planning Department of Colombia Esteban Piedrahta, will discuss on the promotion of... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
OAS chief tells Honduras to let Zelaya go back Jul 4, 2009
Backed by U.S. President Barack Obama and Latin American leaders, the Washington-based OAS has given the interim rulers of Honduras until Saturday to bring back Zelaya or be suspended from the 34-member group. The new Honduran administration has so far opposed any attempt to bring back Zelaya, who was ousted in a dispute over presidential term limits, sparking Central America's biggest political crisis since the U.S. invasion of Panama in 1989. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Art museums new East Wing is a celebration of firsts Jul 3, 2009
Another example is the painting Crown of Thorns (Songs on the Death of Children) by Jewish Latin American artist Guillermo Kuitca. The tangled pattern of white spiky lines summons images of the barbed wire of concentration camps. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Kirkland Uncorked Presents: Washington's Top Chef Jul 1, 2009
After graduating from Lewis College in Portland, with a degree in English and Latin American studies, Junga traveled to discover his future. After odd jobs around the world, his curiosity eventually pulled him back to Portland where he graduated with honors in 1996 from the Western Culinary Institute. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Argentina's First Couple face election test Jun 28, 2009
In foreign policy, the Kirchners have been among the most vocal Washington critics in Latin American critics. Analysts say they may tone down the rhetoric after this election. (CNN -- International)
Latin America's Biggest Music Reality Series Premieres Sunday - Highlighting Nexicon's Vote Tracking & Business Analytics Technology Jun 27, 2009
Combining the power of social networking with original broadcast content and support for international network programming, it creates a robust internet and cellular experience for the Latin American consumer. Esmiplaneta is the feature sponsor and exclusive online broadcaster of the hot new music-based reality television show "Batalla de las Americas," which pits country against country in a global broadcast to pick the final member of Latin America's newest music super group, XM2. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Artist puts a modern twist on classic folk, fairy tales Jun 21, 2009
There, she taught art at a small elementary school and observed and studied daily life in the tiny Latin American country. What she saw became an impetus for art. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Massachusetts WorldFest Returns to Celebrate Diverse Festivals and Events Jun 17, 2009
Berkshire Summer Arts Festival, Great Barrington July 3-5 Latin American Festival, Worcester August 15-16 Bread & Roses Festival, Lawrence September 4-7 Sorrento Cheese Fishermans Feast, Boston August 13-16 Great New England Feast of the Holy Ghost, Fall River August 27-30. About The MCC. (PR Newswire)
Art show brushes aside recession fears May 30, 2009
90 galleries representing 800 Latin American artists showed work this year ... This year, 90 galleries representing 800 Latin American artists were present ... Alejandra Von Hartz owns a gallery in Miami and says that unlike elsewhere in the world, there is no price bubble on Latin American art. (CNN -- International)
Museo de las Amricas names exec. director May 27, 2009
The Museo de las Am;ricas, located at 861 Santa Fe Drive in the Santa Fe Arts District, focuses on Latin American art and culture, from ancient to contemporary. Reader Comments. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Orozco returns to library for Friday night affair May 21, 2009
A storehouse of Latin American and other musical and cultural tradition, Orozco is a popular visitor, said librarian Armando Ramirez ... He has recorded 13 volumes of Lirica Infantil, Latin American Children s Music and written three award-winning books, De Colores and Other Latin American Folk Songs for Children (1994,) Diez Deditos Ten Little Fingers (1997) and Fiestas (2002. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Store marks 25 years improving lives of impoverished artisans May 11, 2009
Now located at 214 Main St., World's Window markets fair trade products from artisans representing more than 30 countries, including African; Asian; Central, South and Latin American; and Eastern European countries. These artisans are "often women and poorest of the poor," said longtime volunteer Ellen Miller of Waterloo. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
LATINA Style will honor Lucia Zapata as the LATINA Entrepreneur of the Year of Charlotte, NC! May 9, 2009
The event co-chairs are outstanding Latina Leaders in the state of North Carolina: Elisa Rodriguez, Senior Vice President, Alan Gordon Immigration & Naturalization Law; Hilda H. Gurdian, Publisher, La Noticia; Violeta Moser, President, Latin American Women's Association; and Astrid Chirinos, Founder & Principal, Diverso Global Strategies ... Ms. Rodriquez' involvement with the Charlotte Community started with the founding of the Latin American Chamber of Commerce of Charlotte in 1997 ... LATINA... (PR Newswire)
OTHERS: Meet 2nd, 3rd and honorable mention teams Apr 29, 2009
majors: biology, anthropology, Latin American studies; started a school lunch program for children in Belize while studying a university-run community development project there. Yhni Thai, The University of Alabama; home: Long Beach, Miss. (USA Today)
Popular demand for Portuguese Apr 28, 2009
Not far from where many foreigners are learning English in downtown Framingham, a small group of Americans and Latin American expatriates gather to learn Portuguese, a language growing in popularity ... The rest are from Latin American countries such as Colombia, Guatemala and the Dominican Republic. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Art exhibit opens May 7 Apr 28, 2009
Because of that relationship, 10 percent of all proceeds from art sales at this show will go to the art school's Latin American Studies Abroad Program, as well as the nonprofit The Georgia Club Foundation. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Tuesday, April 28, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Latin food goes upscale at Marinitas Apr 20, 2009
Marinitas is so slick it feels like the Latin American version of this popular chain, right down to the handsome upmarket interior and familiar margaritas ($6. 75-$9. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Obama talks about race at South America summit Apr 20, 2009
Race occupies a far larger and more troubled place in Latin American politics than it does in Europe, where Obama rarely mentioned his ethnic background this month during his first overseas trip as president ... Those men explicitly mentioned Obama's race in a closed-door meeting Saturday as a sign that U.S. policy toward the region may change, according to several U.S. and Latin American officials who attended ... " In a meeting Saturday with leaders of an association of South America's 12... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Searching for Cuba's next big revolution Apr 20, 2009
Private home (paladar) that serves authentic local and Latin American favorites. Entrees: $10-$15 CUC ($10. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Georgia Council on Aging honors Levine Apr 12, 2009
Recognized internationally, Kilpatrick has taught courses in mathematics education at European and Latin American universities and has received Fulbright awards for his work in New Zealand, Spain, Colombia and Sweden. Students picked for leadership meeting. (Athens Banner-Herald)
'Terra on Tour' Presents Gloria Estefan Apr 10, 2009
com Gives Fans Inside Access to International Icon's Latin American Tour ... Terra, the leading internet company and original digital content producer with a primary focus on the U.S. Hispanic experience, will follow Estefan on her "Latin American Tour," a five-city greatest hits tour kicking off this April in Uruguay ... Beat". Latin American countries were big fans already, so it's going to be a beautiful opportunity to go back thirty years in our career and do something that I haven't done... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Not Your Average Man Cave Apr 6, 2009
Owner Frank Campanale, who has homes in Boston and Buenos Aires, imports rich Latin American interior design collections that are both unique and surprisingly affordable. So affordable, in fact, that Amaral bought five pieces in five minutes on his first visit, including a wood-and-steel console table, a cowhide chair, horn and silver candlesticks, and a hand-woven metallic leather rug with suede border. (Boston Globe)
These dresses make a statement Apr 4, 2009
Latin American Association: Shopping day is April 11. 2750 Buford Hwy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Busy art walk showcasing Latino art Apr 3, 2009
The gallery at 736 W. Fillmore St. embraces art from a wide sweep of Latin American countries, including Cuba. Today, Lo Nuestro Gallery will feature the work of Phoenix painter, filmmaker and playwright Jos Antonio Ocegueda. (AZCentral -- News)
Chango Spasiuk brings music that spans many worlds Apr 3, 2009
"He's beyond charismatic," says Michael Stone, executive director of Princeton University's Program in Latin American Studies, who wrote the liner notes for Spasiuk's recent CD "Pynandi" (Harmonica Mundi/World Village). "His music and his stage presence are almost transcendental. It's a music of profound beauty and feeling, and as amazing as it sounds on a recording, it takes seeing the music performed live.". (Boston Globe)
Biden says no plans to scrap trade embargo on Cuba Mar 29, 2009
Leftist or left-of-center governments have been elected in Venezuela, Bolivia, Ecuador, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Honduras and Uruguay in recent years, and at least five Latin American leaders have visited Cuba this year. Chilean President Michelle Bachelet who met with Fidel Castro on a trip to Cuba in February held a dinner for Biden under candlelight, as lights were turned off in coordination with an international action highlighting climate change. (Yahoo News)
Brown calls for global unity on crisis, IMF reform Mar 28, 2009
"These meetings are an important first step toward a new day in relations and building partnerships," Biden wrote in an op-ed published Friday in 11 Latin American newspapers. His tour comes as decades-long US influence wanes in the region, with the United States focusing elsewhere in recent years, while Latin American countries have grown stronger and expanded relations with countries such as China, Russia and India ... Latin American countries. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Opera presents the light and dark sides of Spanish art Mar 22, 2009
Uraguayan by birth and a New Yorker for the past 33 years, Zinger is considered an expert on both zarzuela and Latin American music. He's conducted in venues in both North and South America, from California to Florida, Texas to New York, and now Alaska. (Anchorage Daily News)
Latin America stocks slip, investors weigh US plan Mar 21, 2009
MEXICO CITY -- Latin American stocks fell on Friday, ending the week largely even as investors weighed a U.S. Federal Reserve plan to buy up to $1 trillion in bonds to ease credit and boost growth ... The world economic crisis is battering Latin American stocks, slashing credit and demand for the commodity exports on which many of the region's biggest companies rely. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
TWC nabs John Lennon biopic Mar 21, 2009
LONDON -- The Weinstein Co. has acquired U.S., Latin American and German rights for Brit helmer Sam Taylor-Wood's John Lennon biopic "Nowhere Boy.". Pic, which stars Kristin Scott-Thomas, Thomas Sangster and Anne-Marie Duff, recounts the teenage years of the Beatles co-founder. (Variety)
Bridging the generation gap Mar 16, 2009
Eighth-grade students at Helena Middle School will have the opportunity to learn about Latin American cultures by reading various texts, researching and presenting their new knowledge to their peers and the community. Smart Art. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
SV council OKs permit for charter school's new facility Mar 13, 2009
Approved a special events liquor license for a beer tent for the League of United Latin American Citizens at Frontier Days on April 3-5. Heard City Manager Chuck Potucek announce that artist proposals are being accepted for the water tank at the Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Center. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
New Portada Issue Published in Digital Magazine Format, Expands Print Circulation Mar 13, 2009
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Essentials: This weekend's live music picks Mar 13, 2009
One of the most exciting recent additions is Rennea Josefina Couttenye, a versatile vocalist who has honed an expansive Latin American sound, encompassing tango, joropo, cante flamenco, ranchera and bossa nova. In a concert benefiting the Red Poppy Art House, she'll cut loose with the Guapachoso Band, an eight-piece dance band that seamlessly links West Africa and the Iberian Peninsula, via the Caribbean and Latin America. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The One Country That Might Avoid Recession Is... Mar 12, 2009
He will be the first Latin American leader to meet Obama since he took office, a sign, perhaps, that the new U.S. Administration sees Brazil as a key partner in forging a new policy for the Americas. That too would mark a change. (Time.com)
Beda Laura: A poet in search of love Mar 10, 2009
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WBC a spring distraction Mar 4, 2009
And I love how only Americans complain and cry about the WBC. People in Japan, Korea, and the Latin American countries can t wait for the WBC to start but all the spoiled American sports writers can do is complain about how their precious spring training is getting messed up. No one cares about spring training just as no one cares about pre season football. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
• Let your tastes tour the world at library fundraiser Feb 27, 2009
Indian food will be served in a room based on Chitra Divakaruni's "The Mistress of Spices." Latin American foods will be offered in a room patterned after Jorge Amado's "Gabriella, Clove and Cinnamon." Fried green tomatoes will be fore and front in a room based on Fannie Flagg's "Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe." And dessert will be served in a room based on Maurice Sendak's "In the Night Kitchen.". The smorgasbord room, based on Barbara Kingsolver's "Animal, Vege-table, Miracle,"... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
'Cardinal Points': Exhibit looks at directions in Latin American art Feb 26, 2009
Cardinal Points': Exhibit looks at directions in Latin American art : North County Times - Californian 02-26-2009 ... Cardinal Points': Exhibit looks at directions in Latin American art ... Cannon Gallery Director Karen McGuire would like to say that she chose the touring exhibit "Cardinal Points/Puntos Cardinales: A Survey of Contemporary Latino and Latin American Art" because it speaks to our region's border demographics. (North County Times)
Puntos Cardinales Feb 26, 2009
Cardinal Points': Exhibit looks at directions in Latin American art : North County Times - Californian 02-25-2009 ... Cardinal Points': Exhibit looks at directions in Latin American art ... "I have been interested in Latin American art since graduate school, and it made up the first exhibit I ever curated," said McGuire. (North County Times)
We need a truth commission to uncover Bush-era wrongdoing Feb 21, 2009
Let's begin with the violations that characterized the authoritarian Latin American regimes of the 1970s ... Latin American judicial systems failed to oversee the actions of the executive branch of government to gauge the legality of security and antiterrorism policies (lack of judicial independence) ... In light of these similarities, we should ask despite Mr. Specter's objections whether anything can be learned from the Latin American experience. (Yahoo News)
How Dangerous Is This Man? Feb 21, 2009
Rowan has done much the same thing, mostly for Latin American candidates. During a decade of reporting in Latin America, I watched as Chvez behaved in undemocratic ways at home and supported subversive movements in the hemisphere. (Washington Post)
Meandering Magazine Street in New Orleans is a boutique row Feb 20, 2009
A standout newcomer is Baru (504-895-2225), a Latin American restaurant that opened in 2007 at what was once Jennie s Grocery, a beer-and-cigarettes corner store. On the sidewalk, where out-of-work men once sat on overturned buckets drinking tallboys, diners share plates of empanadas and tuna tartare, their faces lit by tiki torches. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
