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The 10 Mexican Food Staples World Cup Visitors May Miss — And Why That's a Mistake You Can't Afford to Make

Heading to Mexico for the 2026 World Cup? Don't leave without trying these iconic dishes from Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. A food guide for every kind of traveler.

Did Chicago Just Win Gift-Giving at the Vatican? Pope Leo's Goody Bag Says Yes
During a private meeting Thursday with Pope Leo XIV, the Chicago-born pontiff and lifelong White Sox fan, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson presented him with the key to the city and formally invited him to return home to celebrate Mass in Grant Park, echoing St. John Paul II's historic 1979 visit to Chicago. The pope did not commit to a trip, but the mayor said he hoped Leo would come back to the city in 2027.
The Latina Mom Influencer Is Funny Now: Creators Turning Motherhood Into Viral Comedy
The Latina mom influencer of 2026 is not always posing in a spotless kitchen with matching outfits and perfect lighting. More often, she is exhausted, bilingual, dramatic, undercaffeinated and making jokes about the family group chat.
Young Men in the U.S. Now Much More Likely Than Women to Say Religion Is 'Very Important' To Them, Poll Shows
A new survey found that, for the first time in 25 years, young men in the United States are more likely than young women to say religion is "very important" in their lives.

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Tucker Carlson Launches Book Imprint With British Comedian Russell Brand, Katy Perry Exhusband, as Sexual Assault Looms

Conservative pundit Tucker Carlson is taking his media brand deeper into publishing with a new Skyhorse partnership, but the launch is drawing immediate attention not just for its politics but also for the baggage attached to its first slate of authors.

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Latino

How Latinos Celebrate Easter Around the World

Christmas might be a significant festival for Catholics, but the Holy Week, including Easter, is also an important time for Catholic people in Latin America, and christian latinos around the world.

Entertainment

What to Expect at MEGACON Orlando 2026: the Florida Event Emerges as One of the Best Conventions in the World

With this year's edition of MEGACON Orlando, the event solidifies itself as one of the premier comic book conventions in the country.

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Culture

Fernanda Romero Colors the World with Her First Children's Book Colores del Mundo

Actress, singer, and storyteller Fernanda Romero has turned a new creative page, literally. Known for her roles in film and television, Romero is now sharing her imagination with a younger audience through her debut bilingual children's book, Colores del Mundo, a project born out of motherhood, cultural pride, and a love for storytelling.

Mercedes Ron sets her sights on Hollywood after winning over young people

Interviews

After Conquering the Young Adult Market With the 'Culpables' Series, Mercedes Ron Sets Her Sights on Hollywood and Jacob Elordi - EXCLUSIVE

After conquering the young adult market in books and streaming with her 'Culpable' series, Mercedes Ron has set her sights on Hollywood and Jacob Elordi. She doesn't say this as a provocation or a passing fancy, but as a natural part of a career that has been growing steadily and strategically for years, and whose next stop is the Prime Video adaptation of her book 'Dímelo Bajito' (Tell Me Softly).

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Culture

Orquesta Sinfónica de Puerto Rico to Make Its Boston Debut at Symphony Hall

The Orquesta Sinfónica de Puerto Rico (OSPR) is set to make its long-awaited Boston debut at Symphony Hall on November 14, presenting an evening titled "Melodías de mi tierra" that celebrates the musical heritage of Puerto Rico.

Culture

Día de Muertos and Halloween Aren't the Same: What's the Real Difference?

Halloween and the Day of the Dead occur at almost the same time of year, but they stem from very different cultural roots and have opposite meanings.

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Entertainment

La Borinqueña, Borirangers, Boricualorians and Bad Bunny: Puerto Rican Heroes Rule NY Comic Con 2025

New York Comic Con 2025 had the usual sea of superheroes, dazzling animatronics, and fandom energy and an unexpected dose of Puerto Rican pride, reggaeton vibes, and unmistakable Bad Bunny influence pulsing through the halls.

Culture

The Internet's Latest Odd and Damaging Obsession: Adult Pacifiers

Beginning as a curiosity in China's self‑care sphere, the adult pacifier trend has rapidly gone viral across borders.

News

TikToker Creates Fake 'Alligator Alcatraz' Tour Company That Redirects MAGA Supporters to Migrant Aid Resources

A TikToker created a website touting fake tours of the Trump administration's new "Alligator Alcatraz," which redirects visitors to resources for migrant aid.

U.S.

Idaho Firefighter Shooting Connected to 2001 Fire at Aryan Nation Compound, Internet Sleuths Claim

The deadly ambush that killed two firefighters in Idaho over the weekend has sparked speculation online, as internet sleuths point to its timing on the anniversary of a pivotal moment in the region's dark history.

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ICE Protests Pop Up on Roblox as Kids Organize Virtual Demonstrations: 'FRICK ICE'

As protests against ICE efforts continue around the country, kids have begun creating their own protests online using the popular gaming site Roblox.

Politics

JD Vance Ridiculed For Defending Confederate Soldiers: 'Weird Stance For The Vice President'

Vice President JD Vance defended Confederate soldiers in a recent podcast appearance, a move social media users called a "weird hill to die on."

News

WATCH: 'Ed the Zebra' Airlifted Home After More than a Week on the Run in Tennessee

After evading capture for over a week, "Ed the Zebra" was safely returned to his home in Christiana, Tennessee, via helicopter.

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Pro-AI Reddit Page Forced to Ban Dozens of Users After Chatbots 'Reinforce Narcissistic Personalities'

A pro-AI Reddit forum is cracking down on users exhibiting chatbot-induced delusions, banning over 100 users in a few weeks.