The Cave of Swallows, one of Mexico’s many beautiful natural tourist attractions, was discovered by humans on December 27, 1966. The cave is the largest known cave shaft in the world, and could easily accommodate a New York City skyscraper. It is also home to white-collared swifts and green parakeets that burst into the light… Continue reading The Cave of Swallows
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Happy Birthday to Maria Canals Barrera
Happy Birthday to actress Maria Canals Barrera born on September 28, 1966 in Miami, Florida. Canals’ heritage is Cuban and Catalonian. She has starred in numerous television series and several films. Canals is best known for her roles in the “Wizards of Waverly Place” and “Camp Rock” and its sequel. She won ALMA (American Latino… Continue reading Happy Birthday to Maria Canals Barrera
Happy Birthday to Maria de la Soledad O’Brien
Happy Birthday to Maria de la Soledad O’Brien, born on September 19, 1966 in Saint James, New York. O’Brien’s parents were both immigrants; her mother is Afro-Cuban and her father is Irish-Australian. Her complex interracial heritage has influenced her profession. O’Brien said of her work at CNN, “One of the things that has been a… Continue reading Happy Birthday to Maria de la Soledad O’Brien
Happy Birthday to Salma Hayek 1966
Happy Birthday to beautiful and talented Salma Hayek, born in Veracruz, Mexico on September 2, 1966. Her mother is Spanish and her father is Lebanese, part of the Lebanese diaspora that has graced Latin America in the 20th century. Hayek’s initial inspiration for acting was the Hollywood movie “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”. Since then… Continue reading Happy Birthday to Salma Hayek 1966
Happy Birthday to Sandra Bullock 1966
Happy Birthday to Honorary Latina Sandra Bullock, a talented actress and comedienne committed to supporting positive roles for Latinos in media and entertainment. Bullock was born in Washington, DC, on July 26, 1966, and is a graduate of East Carolina University. Her charisma and screen presence have made her a box office sensation. During her… Continue reading Happy Birthday to Sandra Bullock 1966
Alfred Rascon, US Army Medic
On March 16, 1966, Alfred Rascon, a Latino US Army medic, distinguished himself by a series of extraordinarily courageous acts. Rascon was assigned as a medic to the 503rd Infantry in the Vietnam War (1955-1975). During a deadly barrage of enemy gunfire and grenades, he rescued and aided his fellow soldiers. He was awarded the… Continue reading Alfred Rascon, US Army Medic