Friday Film Roundup: ‘Blue Beetle,’ ‘Strays,’ ‘The Adults,’ and More
Friday Film Roundup: ‘Blue Beetle,’ ‘Strays,’ ‘The Adults,’ and More
Despite their mercifully short titles, this weekend’s high-profile releases are kind of a big deal. On one end you have a relatively obscure DC hero, Blue Beetle, making his big-screen debut with an all-Latino cast. On the other, we’ve got an R-rated “animated” comedy with a name brand cast that [...]
New Music Picks: Karol G, Bruses, Estevie & Cuco, and More
New Music Picks: Karol G, Bruses, Estevie & Cuco, and More
Welcome to LATINA’s weekly roundup of the best new music. This week’s list includes the new album from Karol G, Bruses’ literal heartbreak anthem, and Estevie’s dreamy collaboration with Cuco. Also on the list: Álvaro Díaz’s sexy song with RaiNao, Kany García’s foray into banda with Carin León, and Gordo’s [...]
This Week’s New Music Releases: Daddy Yankee, GALE, Maluma, and More
This Week’s New Music Releases: Daddy Yankee, GALE, Maluma, and More
Welcome to LATINA’s weekly round-up of the best new music. This week's list features women on the rise in Latin music. Puerto Rican singer-songwriter GALE debuts with her single "Inmadura," and Veronique Medrano pushes the boundaries of regional Mexican music in "Mal Ojo." Puerto Rican rapper Villano Antillano comes through [...]
From ‘Encanto’ Cast Performing to Ariana DeBose Winning Big, These are our Favorite Oscars 2022 Moments
From ‘Encanto’ Cast Performing to Ariana DeBose Winning Big, These are our Favorite Oscars 2022 Moments
Historically, Hollywood has neglected both representing and awarding Latinx artists. On Sunday night, something felt different. For the first time, there was significant Latinx representation at the Academy Awards. The highlight of the evening was the beloved cast of Disney's "Encanto" performing the global hit "We Don't Talk About Bruno" [...]
My Grandmother Died From Her Abortion. I Survived My Own.
My Grandmother Died From Her Abortion. I Survived My Own.
Women’s healthcare is complex, but building an equitable medical system is straightforward: information, access, and community are essential to make it happen. I learned this from my health journey and that of my grandmother. When I was 32, I learned that my grandmother had died of complications from an abortion, [...]
This Week’s New Music Releases: Julieta Venegas, Ha*Ash, Blue Rojo, and More
This Week’s New Music Releases: Julieta Venegas, Ha*Ash, Blue Rojo, and More
Welcome to LATINA’s weekly round-up of the best new music. This week is marked by a few highly-anticipated comebacks. Mexican singer Julieta Venegas has returned with the groovy "Mismo Amor" and sister duo Ha*Ash embrace their country roots in "Lo Que Un Hombre Debería Saber." The rising stars are proudly [...]
This Week’s New Music Releases: Isabela Merced, Anitta, Danna Paola, and More
This Week’s New Music Releases: Isabela Merced, Anitta, Danna Paola, and More
Welcome to LATINA’s weekly round-up of the best new music. Many of this week’s songs are tied together by a feeling of empowerment. Peruvian-American singer Isabela Merced celebrates her roots with Kayfex in "Agonía," Puerto Rican duo Domino Saints invite everyone to the party with "My Way" and Brazilian singer [...]