Politics & Diaspora
Latin America, the United States Latino community and the diplomacy shaping the Americas.
Dollar's Steep Drop Squeezes Latino Families and Businesses Across the US
Remittances to Mexico fell 4.6% in 2025, the first drop in 11 years, as the dollar weakens against the peso. Central American families see t
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise from Argentina kills three, leaves others ill
Three passengers have died and three others are seriously ill from a suspected hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship, which bega
Homeownership Slips Away as US Housing Crisis Deepens for Latino Families
Mortgage rates driven by global conflicts have stalled the US housing market, with prices now five times median family income. This shift hi
US Housing Prices Drop in Florida and Beyond: What It Means for Latino Homeowners
Housing prices dropped in 39 of the 129 largest US urban markets in Q1 2026. Cape Coral-Fort Myers, Florida, saw a 9% year-over-year decline
Miami's Billionaire Boom Pushes Young Talent Out of the City
Miami's luxury real estate boom, fueled by billionaires like Mark Zuckerberg and Ken Griffin, is creating a talent crisis. Young graduates f
California to Fine Autonomous Vehicle Makers for Traffic Violations
California's DMV has updated regulations to fine autonomous vehicle manufacturers for traffic violations. Authorities can now issue noncompl
End of Federal Rental Aid Puts Over 5,000 NYC Families at Eviction Risk
More than 5,200 New York families face eviction as the Emergency Housing Voucher program ends five years early. The Bronx and Brooklyn are h
Why Nevada Is Becoming the Top Destination for Californians Seeking Affordable Housing
Nevada attracts more Californians per capita than any other state, with savings averaging $672 per month on housing. The median home price i
Why the US Celebrates Labor Day in September While the World Marks May 1st
The 1886 Chicago strikes for an eight-hour workday sparked a global movement, yet the US celebrates Labor Day in September. The Haymarket Ri
Geopolitical Tensions Push Up Airfare to Latin America: What Travelers Need to Know
U.S.-Iran tensions have spiked fuel prices, forcing airlines like American, Delta, and United to raise fares. Round-trip flights from New Yo
Miami-Caracas Flights Resume After 7 Years, Reconnecting Venezuelan Diaspora
American Airlines operated the first commercial passenger flight from Miami to Caracas in nearly seven years on April 30, 2026. The resumpti
New York's Car Insurance Squeeze: How Latino Drivers Can Cut Costs Now
New York car insurance premiums are up 6%, with annual costs averaging $4,000—$1,500 above the national average. Latino drivers in The Bronx