Nopalera Founder Sandra Velasquez Becomes the First Latina to Decline a ‘Shark Tank’ Offer
Credit: Nuestro Stories In the world of sustainable farming and entrepreneurial spirit, Sandra Velasquez shines as a Latina trailblazer, disrupting norms and empowering women along the way. As the founder of Nopalera, a thriving nopal-based …
Latinos Were Forbidden To Enroll in Certain Schools Once Upon a Time – Sylvia Mendez Helped Change This
Credit: Nuestro Stories At this point, we can all agree that Latinas are angels on Earth. Their contributions are endless and we can’t stop talking about it. Let’s take Sylvia Mendez, for instance. She’s a …
Protests, Raids, and a Nation on Edge: What’s Happening Across U.S. Cities This Week
What happens when raids by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) spark nationwide protests? So far, we’ve seen outrage, solidarity, and unrest. And the nation is on edge. During the past week, the …
‘If Spaniards Are in Heaven, I’ll Go to Hell’: Hatuey’s Last Stand Against Colonial Rule
“If Spaniards are in Heaven, I’ll go to hell” is Hatuey’s last message to the world. It was a defiant stand against brutality, hypocrisy, and forced conversion. Sure, you may not know his name, but …
A Tourist Wants to Spray Puerto Rico’s Coqui Frog and the Internet Says ‘Get Off the Island’
Picture this: you’re in Puerto Rico, an island so lush and magical it’s literally nicknamed La Isla del Encanto. The palm trees sway. The mofongo is perfectly garlicky. And, as night falls, you hear it …
Meet the Invincible Roy Benavidez: A Hero Who Fought for His Brothers and for Us All
On this Memorial Day, we honor the brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. While Master Sergeant Raul Perez “Roy” Benavidez is not among the fallen, his life was defined by their …
Florida’s Forgotten Vaqueros: The Real O.G.s of the Wild West
blogtskWhen you hear the word “cowboy,” what comes to mind? Probably some rugged guy in a ten-gallon hat riding across the dusty plains of Texas or Montana. Maybe he’s chewing on a piece of hay, …
The ‘Limpia de Huevo’ Explained: Latino Reiki, Placebo Effect, and Abuela’s Touch
If you’ve ever had a bad day, a bad vibe, or just the misfortune of receiving someone’s mal de ojo, then chances are your Abuela has performed a “limpia de huevo” on you. The sacred …
Who Put the ‘Miranda’ in Miranda Rights?
If you’re a fan of crime shows or movies, you definitely know Miranda Rights: “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can, and will, be used against you in court of law. …