In reaction to Argentinian President Javier Milei's strategy targeting unions, the country's largest union CGT held a one day strike protest last Wednesday. Other unions and political opponents joined the protest held in Buenos Aries as well as other cities throughout the South American country. Some of the protests included colorful dramatic effigies of the newly minted … [Read more...] about Thousands of Union Workers Hold Strike Protest Against Milei Presidency
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Famous Colombian Artist Fernando Botero Has Died – Age 91
Fernando Botero, one of the world's most famous Latin American artists, has died at the age of 91 in Monaco. Known for his inflated exaggerated sculptures and depictions of animals and humans, Botero was born in Medellin Colombia in 1932. After studying at Academia de San Fernando in Madrid, Botero moved to Paris where he spent time studying artworks at The Louvre. In 1958, … [Read more...] about Famous Colombian Artist Fernando Botero Has Died – Age 91
American Women Quarter’s Program Honors “Queen of Salsa” Celia Cruz in 2024
Celia Cruz, the “Queen of Salsa,” will be on United States quarters beginning in 2024. Cruz represents the first Afro-Latina to receive the honor as part of the US Mint's American Women Quarters Program. Celia Cruz (full name Úrsula Hilaria Celia Caridad Cruz Alfonso) was born on October 21, 1925 in Havana, Cuba, and died July 16, 2003 in Fort Lee New Jersey. One of the most … [Read more...] about American Women Quarter’s Program Honors “Queen of Salsa” Celia Cruz in 2024
Lady Gaga’s Jesus in Judas – You’d Never Guess What Happened….
They say life is full of surprises. Well, that old adage is true, especially when it comes to Hollywood celebrities! And if you've ever experienced a kind of deja vu while watching a favorite TV show or movie, the kind that happens when you suddenly realize you recognize a specific actor from prior roles, this one will truly amaze. Walking around New York City, it's not … [Read more...] about Lady Gaga’s Jesus in Judas – You’d Never Guess What Happened….
Joan Rivers : Doctors & Scandals
Until recently, the identity of the anesthesiologist involved in Joan River's fatal surgery was unknown. That was until January 4, 2014 when New York Post reporter Susan Edelman publicly named Renuka Reddy Bankulla, MD, 47, as the anesthesiologist allegedly present on August 28 at Yorkville Endoscopy during the tragic procedure that led to the death of comedian Joan Rivers. … [Read more...] about Joan Rivers : Doctors & Scandals