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By Sofia Navarro

New York based reporter covering Afro-Latino, Queer and Latina voices reshaping the cultural conversation.

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Why Retirees Hit $410K While Younger Generations Struggle
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Why Retirees Hit $410K While Younger Generations Struggle

Retirees aged 65-74 now have a median net worth of $410,000, the highest of any age group. Younger households, especially those under 35, ho

Why a raise doesn't always mean more savings: 7 common money mistakes
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Why a raise doesn't always mean more savings: 7 common money mistakes

Higher income often leads to higher spending, leaving many families with no extra savings. Discover the 7 common money mistakes and practica

Turning Your New York Closet Into a Lucrative Rental Side Hustle
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Turning Your New York Closet Into a Lucrative Rental Side Hustle

Clothing rental apps are transforming New York closets into profitable side businesses. Top earners make up to $30K monthly, driven by deman

Declaring cash at US Customs: what Latino travelers need to know
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Declaring cash at US Customs: what Latino travelers need to know

Travelers entering the US must declare cash and monetary instruments over $10,000. Failure to do so can lead to confiscation, fines up to $5

The 1960 Math Prediction That Set a Doomsday Date in 2026
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The 1960 Math Prediction That Set a Doomsday Date in 2026

A 1960 Science paper set a doomsday date of November 13, 2026, based on population growth. Coauthor Heinz von Foerster also warned early abo

Kayaker recounts great white shark strike off California coast
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Kayaker recounts great white shark strike off California coast

Outdoor writer Wes Langeler was kayak fishing when a great white shark slammed into his boat. The encounter, captured on camera, highlights

AI Money Help: Smart Tool or Hidden Risk for Latino Families?
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AI Money Help: Smart Tool or Hidden Risk for Latino Families?

One in five Americans, including many Latinos, now uses AI for money decisions. But 19% of users lost over $100 due to errors. Experts urge

Door Kick Challenge leaves California families with costly repairs
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Door Kick Challenge leaves California families with costly repairs

A San Diego family faces over $2,000 in repairs after a TikTok-inspired Door Kick Challenge incident. The trend has spread across California

Miami's oldest Presbyterian church at center of $240M Brickell tower fight
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Miami's oldest Presbyterian church at center of $240M Brickell tower fight

A Miami court has nullified permits for a $240 million luxury tower in Brickell, ruling that residents were denied a voice in the removal of

New Jersey beach closed after medical waste washes ashore in Manasquan
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New Jersey beach closed after medical waste washes ashore in Manasquan

More than 60 syringes and household debris appeared on Manasquan Beach, leading to a temporary swimming ban. Officials suspect storm overflo

Louisiana girl's death from brain-eating amoeba prompts water safety warnings
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Louisiana girl's death from brain-eating amoeba prompts water safety warnings

An 8-year-old girl in Louisiana died after contracting Naegleria fowleri, a rare brain-eating amoeba, while swimming in a warm lake. Health

El Niño's extreme swings set to transform US national parks this winter
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El Niño's extreme swings set to transform US national parks this winter

El Niño is expected to bring extreme weather contrasts to US national parks this fall and winter. Yosemite may see heavy snow, while the Eve