Category: In the News & Around the Web
Enrique Iglesias’ ‘Bailando’ Breaks YouTube Record
In a rather impressive demonstration of fandom, or popularity, Billboard is reporting that “Enrique Iglesias’ ‘Bailando’ Becomes First Spanish Song to Surpass Billion Views on YouTube.” Yes, that’s billion with […]
Today’s college student has never done these things
Every year Beloit College provides their college faculty and staff with a list to provide a cultural context on the incoming freshman class. It’s a simple list that includes things […]
Hispanic Heritage Awards news conference on Tuesday, September 15, 2015
SAVE THE DATE! More details to follow. WHAT: Hispanic Heritage Awards news conference WHEN: Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 12 pm WHERE: Houston City Hall, Rotunda 901 Bagby Houston, TX […]
Pedro Martinez inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame
Former starting pitcher Pedro Martinez was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame recently, making him one of the few Hispanics to receive that honor. Born in Manoguayabo, Dominican Republic, Martinez played […]
Houston director Baldemar Rodriguez nominated for Imagen Award
Congratulations to my friend Baldemar Rodriguez on being nominated for “Best Director” in the annual Imagen Awards for the film “In Search of the American Dream.” Who is his competition? Here’s the complete […]