Politics & Diaspora
Latin America, the United States Latino community and the diplomacy shaping the Americas.
Latino Economy in the U.S. Hits $4.4 Trillion, Outpacing Global Powers
The U.S. Latino economy reached $4.4 trillion in 2024, larger than the GDP of France, Brazil, or Japan. Growth is driven by construction, re
Hudson River Sewage Spill Prompts Health Alert from NYC to Tarrytown
A massive sewage spill from a Yonkers treatment plant has contaminated the Hudson River, triggering a health alert for communities from New
California's AI Job Tracker Reveals Which Careers Face the Highest Risk
California has launched a first-of-its-kind AI job tracker to monitor how automation is reshaping the state's labor market. The tool identif
Cómo reducir tu factura de luz este verano con ayuda federal
El calor del verano dispara los costos de electricidad, pero con ajustes simples en el termostato, mejoras en el hogar y cambios de hábitos
The 10 Richest US Families in 2026: How These Dynasties Shape the Economy
The 10 richest families in the US have a combined net worth of $1.9 trillion, according to Forbes 2026. The Waltons lead with $520 billion f
Ken Griffin's Miami Beach Helipad Plan Sparks Urban Debate
Billionaire Ken Griffin wants to add a private helipad to his Miami Beach mega-yacht marina. The proposal requires a zoning change and faces
California Sewage Spill Forces Laguna Beach Closures Over July 4th Weekend
A sewage spill in Laguna Beach, California, has closed a half-mile stretch of Thalia Beach after a pump failure released 2,000 gallons of wa
East Fishkill Freezes Massive Data Center Projects Over Utility and Water Fears
The East Fishkill Town Board unanimously approved a three-year ban on data centers over 20 megawatts. Community backlash focused on soaring
New York Leads Cyclospora Outbreak: What Latinos Need to Know
Over 145 cases of Cyclospora infection have been reported since May, with New York leading the outbreak. Health officials are investigating
California's Billionaire Tax Drives Wealth Migration to Miami's Luxury Market
A California ballot measure taxing net wealth is fueling a surge in Miami luxury home sales. Tech billionaires like Larry Page and Mark Zuck
Washington D.C. Tightens Security for July 4 Celebrations with Airport-Style Checks
Washington D.C. will enforce TSA-style security screenings for the July 4 celebration, limiting entry to 150,000 attendees. Visitors must br
Brooklyn Affordable Housing Lottery Opens with $777 Monthly Rents
Brooklyn's latest affordable housing lottery features units with rents from $777 per month. Applications are managed through NYC Housing Con