Sandra Velásquez, fundadora de Nopalera, es la primera latina en rechazar una oferta de ‘Shark Tank’
Credit: Nuestro Stories In the world of sustainable farming and entrepreneurial spirit, Sandra Velasquez shines as a Latina trailblazer, disrupting norms and empowering women along the way. As the founder of Nopalera, a thriving nopal-based products company, Velasquez has carved a niche for herself and her brand. Though she’s used to making headlines because of […]
Amazon rinde homenaje a latinos en el hip-hop en el aniversario 50 del género
Antes se prohibía a los latinos inscribirse en ciertas escuelas; Sylvia Méndez ayudó a cambiar esto
Credit: Nuestro Stories At this point, we can all agree that Latinas are angels on Earth. Their contributions are endless and we can’t stop talking about it. Let’s take Sylvia Mendez, for instance. She’s a real jefa – and one that will inspire you for as long as you live. Mendez is among the many […]
De la ficción a la realidad: La escalofriante historia de los experimentos del gobierno de Estados Unidos en Guatemala
Estudio: Historia de los latinos en EEUU apenas se aborda en libros de texto de preparatoria del país
Tequila: Desentrañando el legado mitológico de la bebida más apreciada de México
Celebrando el legado de Ildaura Murillo-Rohde: Defensora de las enfermeras latinas
Photo by Lorin Granger/HLS Staff Photographer; illustration by Nuestro Stories. If you’ve ever walked into a hospital, you’ll probably believe that the nurses keep the place running. While the white-coated physicians usually get all the credit, it’s really the nurses who bear the brunt of the work. Need some proof? Just look at the story […]
Bailando sobre barreras: El legado emblemático de Lupe Serrano
Illustration by Nuestro Stories. When it comes to trailblazers, there are individuals who shatter barriers, redefine norms, and/or leave an indelible mark in their chosen fields. In the world of ballet, Lupe Serrano emerged as one of the most influential figures, spending decades forging a path of her own. Read more: Colombian Artist Fernando Botero […]
Forjador de la historia moderna latina: Miguel Antonio Horn encapsula el poder de la imaginación humana en ‘ContraFuerte’
Photo courtesy of miguelhorn.art; illustration by Nuestro Stories. Emerging contemporary artist Miguel Antonio Horn has a knack for creating a buzz in the art world, hence becoming a modern Latino history maker. Take one of his most known sculptures, “ContraFuerte,” for example, if you will. In the heart of Philadelphia’s Center City, nestled within an […]
Detrás del plato nacional de México: el mole poblano
Illustration by Nuestro Stories. Food nourishes our bodies, offers an almost instant feeling of comfort, and holds a special place in the hearts. This means that earning the rank as the “national dish” of a country comes at no easy feat. Those same complicated emotions of nourishment, comfort, love, and tradition have to be appreciated […]
Un himno atemporal: ‘La tierra del olvido’ de Carlos Vives sigue siendo un clásico colombiano
Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons; illustration by Nuestro Stories. Latin American music is now the queen of the industry. From Reggetón to Corridos Tumbados, Latin America leads the music charts. And we owe much of this to Colombian singer-songwriter Carlos Vives. The pioneer of Colombian Vallenato debuted as a singer in the early 1990s and […]
La Increíble historia de Fernando Bujones, un ícono latino del ballet
Photo: Shutterstock; illustration by Nuestro Stories. Much has been said about the contributions of Latinos to the history of the 20th century. From physicians to activists. … and when it comes to the arts, we have also been a community full of unparalleled talent. Just look at the story of Fernando Bujones, a Cuban-American dancer […]