Reggaetón legend Don Omar shocked fans on June 17, 2024, when he revealed he had been diagnosed with cancer. Just a day later, he shared that the cancer had been successfully removed, posting, “I woke up today cancer-free and grateful,” he said to fans via Instagram. With his resilience and honesty, Don Omar turned a moment of vulnerability into one of strength—reminding us that even icons face battles, and sometimes, they win.
Discover Humo, the compelling podcast by Daniel Alvarenga that exposes El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele’s authoritarian rule masked by his “cool dictator” image. For too long, Bukele’s branding distracted from the regime’s cruelty, but Humo offers in-depth analysis, firsthand stories, and critical insights that unpack the reality behind the headlines. Stay informed on El Salvador’s political climate with this essential, fearless podcast.
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Brazilian superstar Ludmilla made history as the first Afro-Latina to perform on Coachella’s main stage, delivering a powerful set rooted in Black Brazilian culture, queer love, and global funk. Her performance marked a long-overdue win for Afro-Latinx visibility at one of the world’s biggest music festivals.
Shakira’s explosive collaboration with Bizarrap in “BZRP Music Sessions Vol. 53” broke records and barriers, turning heartbreak into a global anthem of empowerment. Explore the impact of the track, its live performances, and why it marks a bold new era for the Latin pop icon.
Discover how Chavi Leons is redefining bachata by blending traditional Dominican roots with modern pop influences. As the bachata pop movement grows under leaders like Prince Royce, Chavi brings soulful storytelling and innovative sounds to a genre long overlooked by the Latin music industry. Dive into the rise of bachata’s new wave and why artists like Chavi Leons are shaping its vibrant future.
Jesus Sepúlveda’s Mr. Tough Life on HBO Max is puro corazón con comedia. In just 29 minutes, he peels back layers of growing up Latino in L.A.—talking therapy, familia, and cultura—with hella humor and realness. This ain’t no watered-down stand-up. It’s for la comunidad, by la comunidad. If you want to laugh, reflect, and feel seen, Mr. Tough Life es pa’ ti.
Latinidad, long celebrated as a unifying identity, has deep roots in anti-Blackness and erasure. From the myth of mestizaje to modern-day media exclusion, Afro-Latinos have been systematically pushed to the margins. This critique explores the harms of Latinidad’s whitewashed foundations, citing voices like Janel Martinez, Rosa Clemente, Alan Pelaez Lopez, and Zahira Kelly who demand accountability and visibility for Black Latinxs.
Ian Lara’s Growing Shame on Comedy Central is puro corazón y chiste. En solo 30 minutos, el dominicano de Queens te lleva por un trip de risas, familia, luto, y lo awkward que es adulting. He’s chill, funny, and real con su cultura—sin tener que overexplain. It’s comedy con alma, donde te ríes, pero también te quedas pensando. This one? Mandatory pa’ cualquiera que quiera humor con raíz.
J Balvin accepting an Afro-Latino award as a white Colombian artist sparked widespread backlash, highlighting the ongoing erasure of Black Latinx artists in the music industry. The controversy reveals deeper issues of racism, cultural appropriation, and the need for accountability in Latin music.
