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Hazelton's Anti-Immigrant Laws are Declared Illegal

16:21 H — Maegan la Mala

U.S. District Judge James Munley has struck down the city of Hazleton's tough new law, the Illegal Immigration Relief Act. This decision could impact other similiar anti-immigrant ordinances throughout the country by setting a legal precedent. The decision is expected... Read more »

Topics: Controversia - Immigration - Justice

Mexico City to welcome MTV Latin Music Awards

14:40 H — Jennifer

Mexico City is becoming a destination for high-profile events. Most recently, the Mexican capital was the site of the Miss Universe pageant, and last year the MTV Latin Music Awards. This year the awards will be back in the Distrito... Read more »

Topics: Events - Media - Mexico - Music

Piri Thomas Goes Down Mean Streets With His Stepson

14:10 H — Maegan la Mala

Legendary Puerto Rican writer Piri Thomas is involved in a legal battle with his stepson, David Elder and the Hotel Chelsea management.When David’s mother died in 1986, she left her 16% interest in the Chelsea Hotel to David and his... Read more »

Topics: Books - Controversia - New York City

Castro was a no-show at the party

11:47 H — Jennifer

In spite of his prolific writing and recent reports that he's on the mend, Cuban president Fidel Castro once again missed one of his nation's most important events. Revelers at the celebration commemorating the July 26th assault on the Moncada... Read more »

Topics: Cuba - Politics

Liar Liar , Documents Say Gonzales' Pants Are on Fire

10:06 H — Maegan la Mala

Attorney General Alberto Gonzales is like a bad boyfriend. He swears up and down that he's going to stay and make things better but all the evidence proves him to be nothing but a liar and a cheat. Under oath... Read more »

Topics: Controversia - Politics

Ricky Martin Expands His Tour (And he's coming to NYC)

08:50 H — Maegan la Mala

The last time I saw Ricky Martin in concert he wasn't even legal, was singing as part of Menudo and I wasn't yet la Mala . Ah but oh how time flies and with his growing outspokenness I was thrilled... Read more »

Topics: Music - New York City - Puerto Rico