Every popular Latino song that permeates our culture has a story but few have the whimsical background and historical significance that matches the “La Cucaracha”, perhaps the oldest tune that Latino – and non-Latinos – alike can easily sing, or whistle to. There is significant debate about the exact time when...
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 products company, Velasquez has carved a niche for herself and her...
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 real jefa – and one that will inspire you for as long as you live. Mendez is among the many...
Industrial Design Student Work: A Rocking Chair Made from One Sheet of Plywood
It took "five months of struggle," but Pratt ID student Dashiell Schaeffer successfully designed and built this Curvesse Rocker out of a single sheet of plywood. "The aim of this chair was to challenge the traditional concept of a rocking chair. I wanted this design to be sleek and elegant. It's meant to welcome any...
First Drive: The 2025 Audi Q5 and SQ5 Shapes a Sharper Future for Everyday Utility
The moment I approached the 2025 Audi Q5 in Aspen, Colorado, the vehicle’s design language immediately communicated a fundamental shift in SUV thinking. This represents a complete rethinking of how form and function integrate in contemporary SUV design, addressing aesthetic evolution and practical demands through...
Piano doorbell turns regular “ding dongs” into a delightful melody
If your house doorbell is used often, then it should have a more interesting sound than the usual chimes or the harsh, startling buzzers we’re all too familiar with. After all, it’s often the very first interaction guests have with your home—so why not make it memorable? A doorbell doesn’t have to be a bland,...