In 2020, T-Mobile launched Project 10Million, which offered FREE internet in the form of hotspots for eligible students (K -12). Five years later, that promise is still going strong. This year, in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, T-Mobile is opening up its doors once again, and excited parents and students can…
The holiday season is long gone, but the cozy memories still remain. This past December was particularly special as I finally met our family’s newest edition; Luca. My cousin Fatima’s ten-month-old baby who, during our last visit, was still in her stomach. Now a curious little tike, Luca crawled all over the floor searching for…
Just one minute after participating in a One-on-One panel discussion at the Texas Tribune Festival, in which Dallas Mayor, Eric Johnson, spoke on all matters partisan, his excitement toward reelection, and the current state of Texas’s climate, the Wall Street Journal pushed publish on an unexpected piece he’d written. In the article titled “America’s Cities…
At 27 years old, Sacramento native Cecelia Perez is making a name for herself with her stunning and exquisite visual art which showcases authentic reflections of the Chicano community and nostalgic depictions of the past. Perez’s genuine take on Chicano Art has incited feelings of nostalgia, romance, and longing which has provoked emotional awareness for…
In honor of the many ways in which Hispanic Americans have shaped American history and culture, September 15 – October 15 is designated as Hispanic Heritage Month. Literacy is one area where Hispanic Americans have made significant contributions. Latinx culture and ethnicity play a significant role in the works of several best-selling mystery and thriller…
Like many back in 2018, I tuned in to the first season of the rebooted Queer Eye and was immediately hooked. I fell in love with the feel-good energy that surrounded the Fab Five. When I heard about them filming a season that was taking place solely in Austin, I couldn’t wait. Fortunately, I didn’t…
Latinitas is humbled to have been featured on Mitu’s FIERCE – a site that showcases “fierce boss ladies”. Mitu is a digital-first news company devoted to uplifting Latino voices. Their platform is for “the 200%,” as they say, “100% American and 100% Latino”. Earlier this month, Christine Bolaños published an article to the critically-acclaimed site spotlighting…
Hey Latinitas! If you’re looking for something to do this summer, without the risk of getting a sunburn, Austin Creative Reuse is the place for you. Not many people have heard of this earth-friendly Austin gem, but ACR’s aim is to divert waste from going to landfill while also providing the City of Austin with…
This past weekend the streets surrounding the Texas Capitol were filled to the brim with enthusiastic readers, well-known authors, and long-established news outlets, all determined to celebrate their love and appreciation for the art of literature as the 28th annual Texas Book Festival was underway. Originally founded in 1995 by Former First Lady and Librarian…
