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Elbia Vidal Castillo

Bio: Elbia Vidal Castillo is a third-year undergraduate student from Peru studying Digital and Print Journalism and Sociology. She has a deep passion for writing and story-telling, such as reading classic Latin American literature and international news. Both her love for writing and reading built her career path in journalism. As a journalist, she is excited to narrate different perspectives and provide a voice. Elbia is excited to participate in NYC Tastemakers to improve her abilities and learn more. In addition to pursuing her lifelong dream of becoming a better writer and editor, she sees this opportunity as a way to hone her storytelling skills and learn more about the stories that impact our world.
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New York governor delays plan to fund transit and fight traffic with big tolls on Manhattan drivers

The much-anticipated congestion pricing scheme, which was going to impose substantial charges on drivers heading into the heart of Manhattan, was postponed indefinitely on Wednesday by New York Governor Kathy Hochul. Advocates for better transportation had hoped that the tolls would provide a financial lifeline for the financially troubled New ...

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Politics

How Mexico’s new female president represents a change for the whole continent (Op-Ed)

Mexico made great progress toward gender equality in North America on June 2nd when it elected its first female president in a historic election. The possibility for revolutionary changes in bilateral ties is underscored by the fact that this critical juncture falls in the same year as the US presidential ...

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Latest News

New Jersey father convicted of aggravated manslaughter in treadmill death of 6-year-old son

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Latin ArtistPast

Cuarteto De Nos

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PastReggaeton Artist

Rauw Alejandro

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Music

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Politics

Trump shouldn’t be America’s next president (OP-ED)

The conviction of former president and current Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on 34 felony charges of falsifying company records is a watershed event in both legal and political history. A strong message on Trump’s unsuitability for government is sent by this conviction, which is based on hush-money payments designed ...

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Fashion

Celebrities have an individual style, which is essential for their brand (Op-Ed)

A celebrity’s effect on their fan base, particularly young ones, is unsurpassed in the dynamic realms of pop culture and fashion. Celebrities become fashion idols as well as symbols of entertainment due to the devoted fan base that watches their every move and often attempts to dress like their favorite ...

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Politics

Democrats introduce bill to ban foreign payments to U.S. officials after Trump probe

Democrats introduced new legislation on Tuesday that would make it illegal for U.S. officials to accept gifts, bribes, or payments from foreign countries unless it is approved by Congress beforehand. The long-running probe into the foreign financial affairs of former president Donald Trump has prompted this action. Representative Jamie Raskin ...

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Politics

Biden ramps up regulatory agenda on environment and key issues as election looms

President Joe Biden has launched several environmental and other vital problem regulations to cement his legacy as the election looms on the horizon. A historic rule that would force coal-fired power stations to either shut down or collect pollution from their smokestacks is one of these steps. The Democratic administration’s ...

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Politics

Congress aims to overhaul presidential ethics rules with bipartisan legislation

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