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JCPenney and Joaquina Launch “Be Electric” Back-to-School Collection

Salwa Yordi11 months ago11 months ago03 mins

This summer, JCPenney partnered with Latin Grammy–winning artist Joaquina to launch a limited-edition back-to-school collection called “Be Electric.” The line blends the singer-songwriter’s bilingual heritage, 90s influences, and personal story into a bold collection designed to celebrate individuality and cultural pride. Inspiration Behind the Collection The “Be Electric” line draws from Joaquina’s own teenage years, mixing elements…

Understanding Affirmative Action: The Significance Behind The Supreme Court’s Ruling

Jenny Castro3 years ago3 years ago013 mins

On June 29, 2023, the Supreme Court reversed a ruling on Affirmative Action specifically affecting colleges and universities around the country. The term “Affirmative Action” initially traces back to the Civil War Period, but was introduced in modern times by the Kennedy Administration in hopes of broadening equal access to pay and fairness for employees…

Sofia Coppola’s “Priscilla” Radiates Authenticity & Showcases Elvis in Intimate Light

Jenny Castro3 years ago3 years ago010 mins

Based on Priscilla Presley’s 1985 memoir Elvis And Me, Sofia Coppola’s new film titled Priscilla radiates authenticity and showcases an intimate glimpse into Priscilla and Elvis’s fascinating relationship and subsequent marriage. Released on November 3rd, 2023, Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla has garnered both negative and positive responses from critics and moviegoers alike, including the supposed disapproval…

Movie Review: “THE HARBINGER” Is Hauntingly Good

Camila Dejesus4 years ago4 years ago013 mins

As a fan of all things scary, I’m always in the mood for a good horror flick. However, finding one can prove itself to be quite a challenge. There are certain parameters that must be met in order for a horror film to qualify as a genuinely “good” film for me. Surface things like acting…

How The ‘Machismo’ Mindset Affected Queer Eye’s Angel Flores’ Transition

Camila Dejesus4 years ago09 mins

I first discovered Angel Joy Flores in Season 6 Episode 2 of Queer Eye. As a fan of the show, I tuned into what I expected to be a heartwarming good time. Which, of course, it was. What I was not expecting, however, was a raw insight into what it looked like to navigate transitioning…

Remembering Selena 30 Years Later

Jenny Castro1 year ago1 year ago06 mins

Photo by Vinnie Zuffante/Getty Images) Decades after her passing, Selena still remains one of the most influential figures in the Latino community and continues to have a major impact in the realm of pop culture both in the U.S. and abroad. Born and raised in Texas, Selena broke ground during the 80s and 90s with…

Meghan Markle, Brooke Shields, and Katie Couric Celebrate International Women’s Day At SXSW Panel

Camila Dejesus2 years ago010 mins

Today is International Women’s Day, and as a way to celebrate SXSW hosted a Keynote panel titled “Breaking Barriers, Shaping Narratives: How Women Lead On and Off Screen” with special panelists Meghan, the Dutchess of Sussex, Markle, Brooke Shields, Katie Couric, and Nancy Yuen. Throughout the one-hour conversation, the women discussed the ways in which…

Lina Hidalgo resalta el valor de la salud mental en la ausencia temporal de su cargo publico

Indira Zaldivar3 years ago3 years ago08 mins

Por: Indira Zaldivar La inspiradora historia de la jueza del condado Harris Lina Hidalgo resalta que pedir ayuda, es también un símbolo de fortaleza. Al ser diagnosticada con depresión clínica en julio y recibir tratamiento por dos meses, Hidalgo regresó más lista que nunca para abogar por sus constituyentes y la importancia de la salud…

History of The Los Angeles Zoot Suit Riots

Jenny Castro3 years ago3 years ago018 mins

It’s been nearly 80 years since The Zoot Suit Riots took place in Los Angeles, California in June of 1943. The riots were initially a clash between Mexican-American youth and servicemen in the Los Angeles area, which became a turning point for the Mexican community while signifying the complex racial and political tensions between minorities…

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JCPenney and Joaquina Launch “Be Electric” Back-to-School Collection

Understanding Affirmative Action: The Significance Behind The Supreme Court’s Ruling

Sofia Coppola’s “Priscilla” Radiates Authenticity & Showcases Elvis in Intimate Light

Movie Review: “THE HARBINGER” Is Hauntingly Good

How The ‘Machismo’ Mindset Affected Queer Eye’s Angel Flores’ Transition

Remembering Selena 30 Years Later

Meghan Markle, Brooke Shields, and Katie Couric Celebrate International Women’s Day At SXSW Panel

Lina Hidalgo resalta el valor de la salud mental en la ausencia temporal de su cargo publico

History of The Los Angeles Zoot Suit Riots