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By Valeria Mendoza

Mexico City based culture writer covering the new wave of Latino artists, with a decade reporting from the music industry.

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Sony Acquires Shakira's Song Rights in $4 Billion Music Catalog Deal
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Sony Acquires Shakira's Song Rights in $4 Billion Music Catalog Deal

Sony Music Publishing has acquired Recognition Music Group for $4 billion, returning Shakira's catalog to her historic label. The deal inclu

2026 American Music Awards: Maluma, KATSEYE, and Queen Latifah Headline Las Vegas Ceremony
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2026 American Music Awards: Maluma, KATSEYE, and Queen Latifah Headline Las Vegas Ceremony

The 2026 American Music Awards take place May 25 at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Maluma performs 'Loco x Volver,' KATSEYE makes thei

Sabrina Carpenter at 27: How the Pop Star's Fashion Evolution Mirrors Her Artistic Growth
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Sabrina Carpenter at 27: How the Pop Star's Fashion Evolution Mirrors Her Artistic Growth

Sabrina Carpenter turns 27, and her fashion evolution tells a story of artistic confidence. From the Grammys' satin elegance to the Met Gala

7 Travel Dupes for 2026: Smarter Alternatives to Overcrowded Hotspots
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7 Travel Dupes for 2026: Smarter Alternatives to Overcrowded Hotspots

Travel dupes are reshaping how we explore, offering quieter, cheaper alternatives to iconic destinations. From Chicago's skyline to Albania'

Mother's Day 2026: A Rare Binational Celebration for Mexico and the U.S.
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Mother's Day 2026: A Rare Binational Celebration for Mexico and the U.S.

Mother's Day 2026 brings Mexico and the U.S. together on May 10, a rare coincidence. Mexico's fixed date honors its 1922 tradition, while th

Bad Bunny's Real Estate Empire: From Hollywood Hills to a NYC Penthouse
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Bad Bunny's Real Estate Empire: From Hollywood Hills to a NYC Penthouse

Bad Bunny owns a $8 million mansion in Hollywood Hills and a minimalist house in Bird Streets. In New York, he rented a $140,000-per-month d

From Physics Lab to Virtual Empire: The Untold Story of Roblox's Creator
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From Physics Lab to Virtual Empire: The Untold Story of Roblox's Creator

Roblox started as a physics education tool before becoming a global gaming platform. Creator David Baszucki turned student play into a $1.5

This Mother's Day, ponte las pilas: How well do you really know your mamá?
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This Mother's Day, ponte las pilas: How well do you really know your mamá?

Host AK Lopez challenges Isabel Sega and her mom Maria Isabel to a revealing quiz. The exercise shows that even the closest family members c

Cazzu Brings Tango and Trap to New York: A Night of Latin Pride and Raw Emotion
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Cazzu Brings Tango and Trap to New York: A Night of Latin Pride and Raw Emotion

Cazzu performed a sold-out concert at the Infosys Theater in New York, blending trap with tango in a theatrical production. She paid tribute

Viral Fan-Made World Cup Sticker Album Puts Bad Bunny and Peso Pluma as Soccer Stars
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Viral Fan-Made World Cup Sticker Album Puts Bad Bunny and Peso Pluma as Soccer Stars

An unofficial World Cup sticker album featuring Bad Bunny, Peso Pluma, and J Balvin as soccer players has gone viral on Instagram. The hyper

Jonas Brothers' Latin Collaborations: From Karol G to Tini, a Genuine Musical Exchange
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Jonas Brothers' Latin Collaborations: From Karol G to Tini, a Genuine Musical Exchange

The Jonas Brothers have a history of meaningful collaborations with Latin artists like Karol G, Sebastián Yatra, and Tini. Their recent Buen

TINI and Jonas Brothers Bring 'Lo Que Soy' Full Circle in Buenos Aires
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TINI and Jonas Brothers Bring 'Lo Que Soy' Full Circle in Buenos Aires

TINI joined the Jonas Brothers on stage in Buenos Aires to perform 'Lo Que Soy,' the Spanish version of 'This Is Me.' The song holds deep pe