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Hispanic and Latina women have long lamented the dearth of cosmetic and dermatological products available to non-Caucasian customers. As an ethnic group with a wide variety of skin tones and types, Hispanic customers often experience significant difficulty finding not only flattering makeup colors, but also effective treatments for conditions like…
Given the recent cyberattacks against Home Depot, Neiman Marcus, and other major retailers, it’s no surprise that payment security is a top concern for many consumers. Will Apple Pay be able to rise to the challenge? Apple Pay is scheduled to launch in October, following the release of the iPhone…
After a 2011 car accident left Tammara L. Taylor stuck in bed with a broken neck, crushed leg, and spinal and pelvic fractures, she became inspired her to turn a tradition passed down from her mom first into a hobby, then a business. Taylor’s sister, Jackie Reyes, had taught Taylor…
Everyone looks forward to their vacation time — or do they? According to a recent Glassdoor survey, about 50% of Americans no longer opt to use all their company vacation time. A significant minority — 15% — don’t use any of their vacation time at all. And when…
According to a new study from the Center for Connected Health, more people are looking for health care information and resources online, including social media platforms like Facebook. It doesn’t matter what the issue is — anything from a small cut to signs of cancer are now being searched on…
Aluminum is something that shows up throughout your everyday life. Three uses for aluminum include canning beverages, roofing homes, and electronic parts. It can also be used in support beams for various structures. An aluminum framing system is strong but lightweight. This makes it a popular choice for many builders.…
As the number of Hispanic immigrants continues to grow in the United States, communities around the country are seeing an increase in the number of new small businesses started by Hispanics. In Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Guillermo Ramirez is one example. After coming to America in 1999, Ramirez bounced around from New…
Following the recent defeat of the Uganda Anti-Homosexuality Law of 2014, which would have allowed LGBTI individuals to be sentenced to life in prison, American evangelical leaders seem to be turning their attention to a new conservative battleground: Latin America. Many Ugandan LGBTI rights activists say that members of the…
In the aftermath of the large credit and debit card breach Target Corp. faced in 2013, the company has reported $148 million worth of expenses, $38 million of which will be offset by insurance coverage. The December 2013 data breach affected a total of 70 million customers and has left…
Artists in Los Angeles are gathering for an auction to support the Church of the Epiphany, which has significant ties to the Chicano movement in California. The church is considered a landmark in Los Angeles, especially in Lincoln Heights, the residential neighborhood that houses L.A.’s oldest continuously used Episcopal church.…