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By Sofia Navarro

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

115 published stories
Gold Coins vs. Bars: The Best Precious Metals Investment for 2026
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Gold Coins vs. Bars: The Best Precious Metals Investment for 2026

Gold coins offer superior liquidity for small investors, while bars provide cost efficiency for large capital. Tax treatment as collectibles

TSA PreCheck Offers $20 Discount for Travelers Under 30 This May
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TSA PreCheck Offers $20 Discount for Travelers Under 30 This May

TSA PreCheck is offering a $20 discount in May 2026 for travelers aged 30 and under. The reduced fee ranges from $56.75 to $65 for a five-ye

From 11 Rejections to Leading Artemis II Emergency Systems: The Story of NASA Engineer Manuel Retana
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From 11 Rejections to Leading Artemis II Emergency Systems: The Story of NASA Engineer Manuel Retana

Manuel Retana Parra, born in the U.S. to parents from Durango and raised in San Miguel de Allende, faced 11 rejections from NASA before land

Disney Parks Roll Out Facial Recognition for Faster Entry, Sparking Privacy Debate
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Disney Parks Roll Out Facial Recognition for Faster Entry, Sparking Privacy Debate

Disney is implementing facial recognition technology at its parks to speed up entry and combat annual pass fraud. The system scans faces to

New Jersey Neighborhood Grapples with Cancer Cluster Linked to Old Landfill
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New Jersey Neighborhood Grapples with Cancer Cluster Linked to Old Landfill

Keyport residents report 28 cancer cases on a single street, with 41 across the municipality. The Aeromarine Industrial Park, a former landf

How Latino Traditions Keep Us Connected Across Generations in the U.S.
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How Latino Traditions Keep Us Connected Across Generations in the U.S.

For young Latinos in the U.S., traditions like quinceañeras, Día de los Muertos, and family gatherings adapt to bicultural life. These custo

Your Phone Is Becoming Your Car Key: How Digital Wallets Are Changing Access
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Your Phone Is Becoming Your Car Key: How Digital Wallets Are Changing Access

Smartphones are replacing traditional car keys through NFC and digital wallet technology. Models like the BYD Dolphin and Tesla allow driver

How to Pick the Perfect Beard for Your Face Shape in 2026
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How to Pick the Perfect Beard for Your Face Shape in 2026

Facial hair trends in 2026 emphasize polished naturalness and face-specific cuts. Round faces benefit from longer chins, square jaws from so

Cómo dejar un heredero digital: guía para proteger tus fotos y archivos en redes sociales
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Cómo dejar un heredero digital: guía para proteger tus fotos y archivos en redes sociales

Sin planificación previa, cuentas como Apple o Google pueden quedar bloqueadas para siempre, impidiendo que familiares recuperen recuerdos v

Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard Gets a $20M Safety Overhaul with Art and Transit Upgrades by 2026
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Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard Gets a $20M Safety Overhaul with Art and Transit Upgrades by 2026

The NYC Department of Transportation will redesign Linden Boulevard to improve road safety and community connection. The project includes bu

Warm Waters in U.S. Lakes and Rivers Raise Brain-Eating Amoeba Risk for Swimmers
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Warm Waters in U.S. Lakes and Rivers Raise Brain-Eating Amoeba Risk for Swimmers

Rising temperatures in U.S. lakes and rivers create ideal conditions for Naegleria fowleri, a brain-eating amoeba. Cases are rare but deadly

California's Soil Under Threat: The Invasion of Asian Jumping Worms
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California's Soil Under Threat: The Invasion of Asian Jumping Worms

Asian jumping worms, or 'crazy worms,' have been detected in California, causing alarm among gardeners and ecologists. These invasive pests