Venezuelans Prepare to Vote Amid Rising Violence
New York Venezuelans held a vigil in Times Square to bring attention to the rise in violence in the South American nation, just a few days before Sunday's critical presidential elections to replace the late Hugo Chávez.
Chávez’s Death Met With Grief, Relief
The passing of Hugo Chávez last Tuesday has been felt in New York City, where dozens of people mourned the Venezuelan President in a memorial vigil at the Venezuelan Consulate, while others welcomed his passing, El Diario/La Prensa and Hunts Point Express report.
Colombian Film Boom Fuels First NY Festival
A growing film output in Colombia and the government's interest in promoting the South American nation abroad has led to the creation of the first Colombian film festival in New York, reports Queens Latino.
Ecuadorean Roots Run Deep, Here and at Home
As tens of thousands of Ecuadoreans in the metro area prepare to vote in Ecuador's general elections this Sunday, Feb. 17, El Diario-La Prensa reports extensively on this growing South American community whose numbers reach 600,000 in the tri-state area according to estimates.
African Beats Welcome Brazilian Cultural Center
After years of planning, New York's first Afro-Brazilian institution – the Ofá Cultural Center – was finally born late last year. The center hopes to celebrate Brazil's cultural diversity and ethnic richness through music, dance, food and literature events.
Ecuadorian Party in Queens Unveils Campaign for Seats Back Home
Ecuador's Partido Avanza introduced in Queens its candidates for the National Assembly. The four are running for the chance to represent Ecuadorians living in the U.S. and Canada in their homeland's main legislative body, reports Queens Latino.
Brazilian Directors Celebrated in MoMA’s Classic Films Fest
Films by acclaimed Brazilian directors, including Humberto Mauro, will be screened in the 10th edition of “To Save and Project,” MoMA's international film preservation festival running through Nov. 12, the Brazilian Press reported.
NY Venezuelans Vote at Consulate to Keep or Boot Chavez
Venezuelan New Yorkers share their thoughts on Sunday's elections back home when President Hugo Chavez will face his strongest challenge in 14 years in power, El Diario La Prensa reported.
70th Birthday Party for Brazilian Soul Pioneer
The father of Brazilian soul music, the legendary Tim Maia, will be feted in New York and 10 other cities Sept. 28 on what would have been his 70th birthday.
Brazilians Returning Home Arrive Empty-Handed
Brazilians immigrants who made a living in the U.S. for years but lost their jobs in the economic downturn are heading home "with nothing in their pockets," reports the Brazilian Times.
