Hot chocolate is the best-known cocoa-based drink, but it is not the only one. Indigenous people in the Mexican states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Guerrero continue to prepare tasty yet unusual cocoa drinks. Their use goes back to pre-Hispanic Mexico. Olmecs, the earliest known civilization on the continent, made southeast Mexico their home; they were …
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Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) symptoms can be mistaken for vaccine-related side effects during initial days after immunization, according to a study of 4,081 vaccinated healthcare workers in Israel. Published online in the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention journal Emerging Infectious Diseases, the study found that 22 of the workers developed lab-confirmed COVID-19 from 1 …
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Merengue is one of the fastest, funniest and most cheerful music genre. The genre is one of the most popular for parties and gatherings. Although loved by many Caribbean countries, merengue is originally from the Dominican Republic. Despite having roots from the colonial era, it did not begin to expand until the mid-19 century. Although …
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Latin American nightlife has enough variety to satisfy anyone’s taste. Commonly known as “antros,” discotheques and nightclubs are places where people socialize, dance, consume alcoholic beverages and, last but not least, have fun. The word “antro” has two meanings: 1. places or establishments that offer these services 2. a derogatory term for leisure spaces that …
The special day to celebrate with couples and friends is “Valentine’s Day.” But traditions and dates vary from country to country. Despite Valentine’s Day’s religious origin, the holiday has become part of the secular calendar and one of the world’s most popular celebrations. On this day, people honor their loved ones and friends, giving one …
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Roman Catholic people in Latin America pray to Saint Anthony of Padua when they seek to leave singlehood. The saint, whose original name was Fernando Martins de Bulhoes, was born in Lisbon, Portugal, between 1191 and 1195. History recalls that he helped several couples to marry, which is why believers consider him the patron saint …
Celosias’ striking color and texture contribute to their appeal. Whenever these flowers are around, they catch everybody’s eye, and people might want to touch them. They bloom in Mexico throughout the year, but producers harvest them in fall. The Celosia Argentea Cristata’s petals resemble velvet. Celosias are annual herbaceous plants from the Amaranthaceous family that …
The PBS American Masters biographical documentary, “Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go for It,” doesn’t just focus on the successes and struggles of Moreno’s monumental journey as an entertainer for over 70 years. Filmmaker Mariem Pérez Riera practically turns her story into a selfie. The camera relentlessly follows the performer, who calmly …
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The description is easy: a bird that fits in the palm of one’s hand. Yet, such a definition does not do justice to these extraordinary creatures. The only thing that matches the variety in these small birds is their beauty. Hummingbirds seem like magical animals out of a fantasy book – full of joy and …
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Being a bus driver has always been a dangerous and challenging job. Road rage, stress and unruly passengers are among the struggles they overcome each day. However, what was just difficult and dangerous has become one far riskier due to the COVID-19 global pandemic. No matter the country, bus drivers are essential workers who help …
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