Hispanic Community August 2019

Maduro Halts Talks Over US Asset Freeze

Nicolás Maduro halts talks with the opposition in protest of the U.S. freezing Venezuela’s U.S. assets; a peaceful resolution to Venezuela’s political standoff is in crisis.

Hispanic Community August 2019

Puerto Rico Gets 3rd Governor In 6 Days

Hours after the island’s Supreme Court declared the swearing in of Pedro Pierluisi unconstitutional, Justice Secretary Wanda Vázquez became Puerto Rico’s 3rd governor in six days.

Hispanic Community August 2019

US Ups Pressure On Maduro

Supporters of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro are accusing the U.S. of trying to blow up Maduro and Juan Guaidó’s efforts to find a way to end Venezuela’s political standoff.

Hispanic Community August 2019

El Paso Rallies Amid Pain

El Paso, which has been the cradle of Mexican American culture and immigration, is rallying after the recent mass shooting. The gunman apparently wrote an anti-Hispanic rant.

Hispanic Community August 2019

Tensions Escalate With Venezuela

President Donald Trump has frozen all Venezuela government assets, blocking American companies and individuals from doing business with the government and its top supporters.

Hispanic Community July 2019

Hispanic Holidays For August

The following is a list from the University of California of upcoming holidays and celebrations of Spanish-speaking countries for the month of August.

Hispanic Community July 2019

Would-Be Cuban Immigrants Left In Limbo

Thousands of Cubans living in the United States are unable to reunite with family members because of the closure of the embassy due to a mysterious illness.

Hispanic Community July 2019

Puerto Rico’s Political Crisis Worsens

Following the resignation of Gov. Ricardo Rosselló, Puerto Rico finds itself in a full-blown political crisis with no one knowing who will replace Rosselló.

Hispanic Community July 2019

More Political Uncertainty In Puerto Rico

Justice Secretary Wanda Vázquez, who was supposed to replace Puerto Rico’s Gov. Ricardo Rosselló, said that she doesn’t want the position. Rosselló resigned amid massive protests.

Hispanic Community July 2019

Immigrants Flock To Apps For Work

Immigrants around the world, including Venezuelan migrants in Colombia, have been flocking to apps like Rappi for work. This gig economy, however, can mean modest pay and no benefits.

Hispanic Community July 2019

Puerto Rico's Governor Resigns

Gov. Ricardo Rosselló has announced his resignation. Justice Secretary Wanda Vázquez will assume the post, becoming Puerto Rico's second female governor.

Hispanic Community July 2019

Venezuela Blackout Update

As Caracas began to have its power restored Tuesday, residents of the Doleli Building reacted to the latest power outage as they wait for their power to be restored.