Nov
15
2009
There is a new Latino Production Company staring to make waves in the Latino market. Fearless Motion Pictures created with the purpose of producing films for young Urban audiences is here to stay. They are creating their first featured film titled: Fearless: The Movie. Below is a sneak preview of the movie. [...]
Nov
08
2009
by Prerna Lal
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus is currently tussling with both the Speaker of the House and the President for a health care bill that includes undocumented immigrants. Currently, the House bill (H.R. 3962) has no bar against undocumented immigrants and toughening the health care bill with verification measures may lead to thousands of immigrants [...]
Nov
01
2009
The Day of the Dead (El Día de los Muertos or All Souls’ Day) is a holiday celebrated in Mexico and by Latin Americans living in the United States and Canada. The holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember friends and family members who have died. The celebration occurs [...]
Nov
01
2009
When is Dia de los Muertos celebrated?
The Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) is a Mexican holiday celebrated, which focuses on gathering the family and friends to pray and and give tribute to the souls of the departed. Although it is mainly celebrated by Mexican heritage, it has grown in popularity and embraced [...]
Nov
01
2009
The altar, also called an “ofrenda,” is the focal point of the Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) observance. It is generally constructed in the home, but could also be at the gravesite or even at a business establishment. Many families construct altars as an annual remembrance. Beginning in mid-October, children and adults [...]