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By Andres Ruiz

Puerto Rican photographer and reporter. Cover features on music, identity and the visual culture of the islands.

193 published stories
Bruno Mars Brings Willie Colón and Héctor Lavoe's 'La Murga' to Life in Toronto
Music

Bruno Mars Brings Willie Colón and Héctor Lavoe's 'La Murga' to Life in Toronto

Bruno Mars performed 'La Murga' in Toronto, honoring Willie Colón and Héctor Lavoe. The tribute showcased the enduring power of salsa. The c

Madonna Surprises Times Square with Pride Month Concert and 'Confessions II' Preview
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Madonna Surprises Times Square with Pride Month Concert and 'Confessions II' Preview

Madonna surprised New Yorkers with a 15-minute pop-up concert in Times Square to launch Pride Month. The performance previewed her upcoming

Carmen Electra's Ageless Beauty: A Lasting Impact on Pop Culture
Celebrity

Carmen Electra's Ageless Beauty: A Lasting Impact on Pop Culture

Carmen Electra continues to captivate fans with her radiant appearance, sparking debates about her ageless beauty. Her influence remains str

Juan 'El Creativo' Rentería Brings Floral Art and Latino Identity to Taller de Flores 2026 Tour
Culture

Juan 'El Creativo' Rentería Brings Floral Art and Latino Identity to Taller de Flores 2026 Tour

Juan 'El Creativo' Rentería, the Mexican floral artist behind installations for Bruno Mars and Kali Uchis, launches his Taller de Flores 202

The 25 Reggaeton Albums That Defined Latin Music History
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The 25 Reggaeton Albums That Defined Latin Music History

Reggaeton's journey from Puerto Rican underground to global phenomenon is marked by 25 essential albums. From Daddy Yankee's 'Barrio Fino' t

Rosalía Postpones Miami and Orlando Concerts Due to Family Emergency
Music

Rosalía Postpones Miami and Orlando Concerts Due to Family Emergency

Rosalía has postponed her Miami and Orlando concerts due to a family emergency. Live Nation Florida confirmed the news, urging fans to keep

How a TikTok plea turned a Dallas Mexican restaurant into a viral sensation
Culture

How a TikTok plea turned a Dallas Mexican restaurant into a viral sensation

A Dallas restaurant run by a family from Hidalgo, Mexico, saw sales double after a TikTok video hit 500,000 views. The community rallied to

Venezuelan Harpist Alex Martínez Brings Joropo to the 2026 World Cup Stage
Music

Venezuelan Harpist Alex Martínez Brings Joropo to the 2026 World Cup Stage

Venezuelan harpist Alex Martínez will debut at the 2026 World Cup on June 14 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Selected by FIFA for its Hospitality

Jennifer Lopez Takes the F Train Again for a Nostalgic Subway Interview
Celebrity

Jennifer Lopez Takes the F Train Again for a Nostalgic Subway Interview

Jennifer Lopez hopped on the New York City subway for a promotional interview, surprising passengers. The ride recalled her debut album On T

Feid's Spotlight Session: How Medellín's Sound Conquered Las Vegas
Music

Feid's Spotlight Session: How Medellín's Sound Conquered Las Vegas

Feid stars in a new documentary, 'Spotlight Sessions,' tracing his rise from Medellín to Las Vegas. The film examines his green aesthetic, t

Essential Latine Books: New Releases Redefining Latin American Literature
Culture

Essential Latine Books: New Releases Redefining Latin American Literature

This year's Latine literature offers bold stories blending magical realism, gothic mystery, and historical romance. Authors like Jennifer Gi

Céline Dion's Early Years to Be Chronicled in Family-Backed TV Series 'Growing Up Dion'
Music

Céline Dion's Early Years to Be Chronicled in Family-Backed TV Series 'Growing Up Dion'

A new TV series, 'Growing Up Dion,' will dramatize Céline Dion's early life in Quebec, drawing from her nephew Jimmy's book. The project has