By Andres Ruiz
Puerto Rican photographer and reporter. Cover features on music, identity and the visual culture of the islands.
Reggaeton's Roots: A Shared History Beyond Puerto Rico vs. Panama
The debate over reggaeton's origins is often framed as Puerto Rico vs. Panama, but historian La Gata argues it's a shared creation of the Bl
RaiNao Explains Why Puerto Rican Slang Defies Translation
Urban artist RaiNao visited LatiNation studios to explore the untranslatable nature of Puerto Rican slang. She explains how phrases like 'di
Karol G to Headline Coachella 2026, Becoming First Latina in Top Billing
Karol G is set to headline Coachella 2026, making her the first Latina artist to claim a top billing at the festival. She will perform on th
Selena Gomez's Rare Beauty Launches Culturally-Inspired Collaboration with Tajín
Selena Gomez has launched a limited-edition collaboration between her brand Rare Beauty and the Mexican seasoning company Tajín. The set, wh
Jenna Ortega's Family Foundation: Mexican and Puerto Rican Roots in the Coachella Valley
Jenna Ortega, known for her role as Wednesday Addams, grew up as the fourth of six children in a bicultural household. Her parents, Edward a
Liza Colón-Zayas: From Bronx Stages to Emmy Glory as The Bear's Soul
Liza Colón-Zayas's journey from New York theater to an Emmy-winning role on The Bear showcases decades of dedication. Her portrayal of Tina
Morir Soñando: A Dominican-Led Comedy Movement Finds Its Stage in Los Angeles
A Dominican-led comedy event in Los Angeles is building a movement for Afro Latino visibility and humor. Creators Glorelys Mora and Sasha Me
Carlos Irizarry's Dance Journey: From Bronx Rhythms to Beyoncé's Renaissance
Carlos Irizarry found freedom in dance within his Puerto Rican home in the Bronx, while facing challenges for being different outside it. Hi
Frankie Grande Embraces Sobriety and Community in Debut Album 'Hotel Rock Bottom'
Frankie Grande is channeling his journey through sobriety and self-discovery into his debut pop album, 'Hotel Rock Bottom.' The performer em
Rome Flynn on Afro-Latinidad, Viola Davis, and Portraying Frank Lucas
Rome Flynn reflects on his journey from childhood impressions to Hollywood roles, including working with Viola Davis. He discusses the impor
Sawandi Wilson on Heritage, Hollywood, and His New Film 'El Heredero'
Actor Sawandi Wilson opens up about his Trinidadian and Dominican heritage and how it shapes his roles. His upcoming film 'El Heredero' was
From Salsa to Trap: Puerto Rican Women Reshape Music Across Generations
Puerto Rican women have been foundational to genres from salsa to reggaetón, often without equal recognition. A new generation is now expand