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One day after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake devastated Mexico City, scientists in Nevada are testing an innovative bridge design that is meant to withstand tremors of this scale. ABC News reports that the University of Nevada, Reno earthquake lab uses a giant shake table to create a simulation. The scientists places concrete…
Mental illness is still a taboo subject in the United States. And while the stigma may be starting to shift a little, a recent survey conducted by the Bureau of Justice Statistics shows just how far the nation has to go — especially when it comes to the connection between…
In Mexico, the Grammy-nominated Latin alt-rock band DLD has performed in front of large crowds filled with longtime fans. Across the border in America, however, many listeners are just discovering DLD and similar Latin musicians. According to the Los Angeles Daily News, DLD has returned to the U.S., this time…
Even in the digital age, 85% of a business’s customers live or work within a five-mile radius of its storefront or office. But whether a company has only a brick-and-mortar shop or operates completely through an e-commerce platform, it seems that businesses may need to be more aggressive about marketing…
New American Funding has joined the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) in their initiative to increase sustainable Hispanic home ownership. The national mortgage lender has promised an impressive $25 billion in new mortgages to the cause. Approximately 14% of homebuyers in 2016 financed their purchase with a…
According to the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos, a full 14% of Hispanic men and 6% of Hispanic women suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition that prevents proper breathing while sleeping. This condition can be life-threatening as it involves periods of partial or complete airway obstruction while…
Spanish-language television network HITN is revving their engine as the first Hispanic network in the United States to air “Top Gear”. According to a network press release, HITN began airing seasons 14 through 16 in early May. The program will be available in English with Spanish subtitles. The BBC program…
Although Botox is the most popular aesthetic procedure for women over age 35, this hasn’t always been the case within the Hispanic community. However, a 2009 report showed that the number of Hispanic clients who received Botox procedures increased by 18% nationwide from a year prior. In addition, 10% of…
A weekend storm in Dallas sported winds over 80 MPH and caused more than its fair share of damage in the surrounding areas. Now, tree removal companies are saying they have to prioritize the most important jobs and put others on hold because of the sheer number of requests they’ve…
In the wake of a Trump presidency, cities all across the U.S. have vowed to protect their undocumented immigrants. One of the latest metropolises to join these ranks is Malibu, California. Although the debate was heated, the proposal for Malibu to become a sanctuary city finally passed 3 to 2.…