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Amanda M. Castro

Bio: Amanda M. Castro is a fourth-year journalism major with minors in English and political science at the University of New Haven in West Haven, CT. Originally from Puerto Rico and currently living in New York, Amanda is a well-rounded and focused writer with a desire to write and inform. After graduating in December, she hopes to continue working passionately in the field of journalism to inspire and help people around the world feel represented and informed. In her free time, Amanda writes, reads, and listens to music.
Music PlaylistPast

June 2021
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ArtistPast

Little Mix

Artist of the Month for June 2021 Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube Bio Confetti ft. Saweetie Bio Little Mix is a British three-piece girl group made up of Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Jade Thirlwall, and Perrie Edwards. The band was once a four-piece until former member Jesy Nelson quit December 14, 2020 in …

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New ArtistPast

Olivia Rodrigo

“New” Artist of the Month for June 2021 Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube Bio good 4 u Bio Olivia Rodrigo is an actress and singer-songwriter, most recognized for her appearances as Paige Olvera in Bizaardvark on Disney Channel and Nini Salazar-Roberts in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series on Disney …

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Latin ArtistPast

Rauw Alejandro

Latin Artist of the Month for June 2021 Twitter Instagram Youtube Soundcloud Bio Todo de Ti Bio Rauw Alejandro is a rapper, singer, and songwriter from Puerto Rico. He is a member of the new generation of urban vocalists from Puerto Rico. Afrodisaco, his debut album, was released in November …

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Jhay Cortez

Reggaeton Artist of the Month for June 2021 Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube Bio Fiel Bio Jhay Cortez, a reggaeton connoisseur, has risen through the ranks of Universal Music Latino’s roster to become one of the label’s most financially successful musicians. The singer, rapper, and composer achieved a Top 10 success …

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DJPast

L.Dre

DJ of the Month for June 2021 Twitter Instagram Youtube Soundcloud Bio Lofi Bio Personal LifeDJ Skribble was born on October 10, 1968, in Long Island, New York, United States. His birth name was Scott Ialacci, and his zodiac sign is Libra. D J Skribble is married to Dana, and …

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AthletePast

Yulimar Rojas

Athlete of the Month for June 2021 Instagram Bio Highlights Bio Yulimar Rojas is a Venezuelan Olympian athlete who was born on October 21, 1995. In triple jump, she is a two-time Olympic silver medalist (2016 Rio de Janeiro), two-time World Champion (2017 London and 2019 Doha), and two-time World …

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Flashback AthletePast

Kobe Bryant

Flashback Athlete of the Month for June 2021 Bio Highlight Bio Kobe Bryant was an NBA basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers. He played shooting guard with the Los Angeles Lakers in the National Basketball Association for his entire 20-year career (NBA). Bryant was an 18-time All-Star, a 15-time …

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Exclusive Feature

Calle Ocho NYC: Latin Staple in the Upper West Side

Despite facing hell and high water during the pandemic, the Upper West Side’s favorite restaurant was able to relocate and keep their doors open to the public. Pan-Latino restaurant Calle Ocho has long been a favorite for brunch, bottomless sangria, cocktails, and a variety of delectable specialty plates influenced by Cuban and other Latin influences. It is widely regarded as one of the finest restaurants on Manhattan’s Upper West Side.

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Exclusive Feature

Out With the Local, Faux-Italian, In with ‘Supermarket Italy’

Every region of Italy has its own special breads, pastries, pastas, vegetables, fruits, cheeses, wines, and delicacies, all of which are particular to that region and reflect its customs. Though current public health and safety concerns may keep us from traveling overseas at the moment, this online Italian market can transport your taste buds to the diverse and varied regions of Italy.

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