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Mexican-American Sisters Step Out with Buzzworthy Shoe Collection

It's not every day you hear about two young women launching a buzzworthy shoe collection - especially before obtaining their college degrees. But that is the case with Daniela and Roberta Nuñez. The sisters launched the David Isaac collection less than a year ago, which consists of heels and flats that the sisters proudly designed as "classics."

Daniela, 23, and Roberta Nuñez, 22, were born less than a year apart in Mexico City. Their family moved to Dallas, TX, when the girls were still toddlers and have lived there ever since.

The two found their passion in fashion; both of them will be receiving their degrees this June from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM), which has notable alumni such as Lauren Conrad and Monique Lhuillier.

How Many Latino Students Are Enrolled in Selective Institutions?

There are few Latino students in highly selective colleges and universities though the good news is that the numbers are increasing despite the increased competition. Attending these institutions is valuable for many reasons, including higher graduation rates and the availability of more resources for Latino students, according to a new report released Tuesday by Excelencia in Education.

Of all Latino undergraduates, only 12 percent were enrolled in selective higher education institutions — universities that accept less than 50 percent of applicants.

Voices: On Eve of My College Graduation, My Mother's Gift to Me

As the countdown to my college graduation comes to an end, I want to take a moment to recognize that this achievement is as much because of my mother than because of me.

My mom earned her Bachelor's degree from the National Pedagogic University of Colombia on February 4th, 1994. I was born on February 10th. I've always teased my mom and told her she should be thankful that I didn't decide to make my debut earlier.

 

Coldplay's 'Fix You' Concert Performance Moves A Boy With Autism To Tears

In a video YouTube user Luis Vazquez posted to the video-sharing site last Tuesday, the dad shows his young son skipping his way into the Coldplay show on April 16 in Mexico City. The video cuts to Vazquez and his son in the crowd, listening to the last two minutes of the band's live performance of "Fix You." The stirring 2005 hit's lyrics offer hope and help to someone who's enduring sadness and adversity.

Goldman Environmental Prize Honors Leaders From Peru and Puerto Rico

A Peruvian farmer and grandmother and a Puerto Rican environmental scientist are two of the six honorees of the annual Goldman Environmental Prize.

The Goldman Environmental Prize honors environmental activists from around the world for their efforts to protect their environment. This year's recipients are Máxima Acuña from Peru and Luis Jorge Rivera Herrera from Puerto Rico, as well as Destiny Watford from South Baltimore, Edward Loure from Tanzania, Leng Ouch from Cambodia, and Zuzana Caputova from Slovakia.

All But One Puerto Rico County Lost Population

All but one county in Puerto Rico lost population during 2010 to 2015, further entrenching population declines that began at lower levels at the start of the century.

According to a Pew Research Center analysis of newly released county-level Census Bureau data, Gurabo, located in eastern Puerto Rico, was the only county, or "municipio," that saw a population increase.

Puerto Rico Miss Universe Contestant Stripped of Crown

Caride won the Miss Puerto Rico title four months ago and was slated to represent the island on a global stage. But after she was dismissive in an interview with a local newspaper -- reportedly saying she "didn't love the cameras" and shutting down a reporter's questions -- the national director of Miss Universe Puerto Rico replaced her, The Associated Press reported.

Latino, Immigrant Groups Launch 'Families Fight Back' Voter Campaign

A coalition of Latino and immigrant rights organizations and leaders has launched a voter mobilization campaign that looks to boost voter registration.

Groups and leaders from three swing states —Nevada, Colorado, and Florida— have partnered with the Center for Community Change Action, Latino Victory Project, and America's Voice, for a multi-million dollar voter mobilization campaign called "Families Fight Back," as announced Thursday.