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Mental Health Is Complicated For APIA Folks. Let's Talk About It.

May 1, 2024

Mental Health Is Complicated For APIA Folks. Let's Talk About It.

This APIA Heritage Month, we're talking about mental health.

Jesse Sullivan and Francesca Farago Talk "Surreal" Pregnancy Journey

Apr 23, 2024

Jesse Sullivan and Francesca Farago Talk "Surreal" Pregnancy Journey

When Jesse Sullivan and Francesca Farago announced their pregnancy on March 31, Trans Day of Visibility, their videos on social media were met with an outpouring of support: "Congrats to you both!

Chloe Kim Gets Candid About Her "Never-Ending" Mental Health Journey

May 1, 2024

Chloe Kim Gets Candid About Her "Never-Ending" Mental Health Journey

At 24 years old, Chloe Kim is arguably the best woman snowboarder of all time.

Nicki Nicole Says Rap Music Helped Her Get Out of Her Shell

Apr 29, 2024

Nicki Nicole Says Rap Music Helped Her Get Out of Her Shell

It's a drizzly Thursday afternoon in New York City, and Nicki Nicole has spent most of her day answering back-to-back interview questions from journalists.

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Aida Rodriguez: Unpacking My Childhood Traumas Through Comedy Is Cathartic

9 hours ago

Aida Rodriguez: Unpacking My Childhood Traumas Through Comedy Is Cathartic

Aida Rodriguez is a Puerto Rican and Dominican comedian, actor, and writer.

How the "Lo Que Pasa en Casa" Mentality Held Me Back From My Comedic Voice

10 hours ago

How the "Lo Que Pasa en Casa" Mentality Held Me Back From My Comedic Voice

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we asked Latine comedians and creators we admire how comedy has supported them in overcoming trauma and confronting life's most significant challenges.

Fabrizio Copano Is Using Comedy to Address Political Wounds

10 hours ago

Fabrizio Copano Is Using Comedy to Address Political Wounds

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we asked Latine comedians and creators we admire how comedy has supported them in overcoming trauma and confronting life's most significant challenges.

Gina Brillon: The Loss of My Grandmother Pushed Me to Pursue Comedy

10 hours ago

Gina Brillon: The Loss of My Grandmother Pushed Me to Pursue Comedy

Gina Brillon is a Puerto Rican actress, stand-up comedian, writer, and mom born and raised in the Bronx.

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Willow Smith Used Meditation and Workouts to Fuel the Creativity on "Empathogen"

May 2, 2024

Willow Smith Used Meditation and Workouts to Fuel the Creativity on "Empathogen"

Willow Smith's "b i g f e e l i n g s" is the final song on her new album, "empathogen."

Flau'jae Johnson Steals the Spotlight — on the Court and the Stage

Apr 16, 2024

Flau'jae Johnson Steals the Spotlight — on the Court and the Stage

"Came to LSU my freshman year and we made history," is not only a line in Flau'jae Johnson's 13-song mixtape "4 My Fans."

Angel Reese Is Headed to the WNBA — but She Might Be Hanging Up Her Crown

Apr 15, 2024

Angel Reese Is Headed to the WNBA — but She Might Be Hanging Up Her Crown

Angel Reese is a star in every sense of the word.

See Megan Thee Stallion's Natural Hair

Apr 11, 2024

See Megan Thee Stallion's Natural Hair

Usually, when we see Megan Thee Stallion, she's experimenting with bold and colorful hairstyle trends — from retro bobs to floor-length braids to a rainbow of wigs — but she's also not afraid to show off her natural texture.

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Carissa Moore's Hawaiian Heritage Inspired Her to Open Up About Mental Health

8 hours ago

Carissa Moore's Hawaiian Heritage Inspired Her to Open Up About Mental Health

In January, Carissa Moore shocked fans when she announced she was stepping away from competitive surfing.

Hypnotherapy Helped Me Reconcile Growing Up as an Outsider in America

May 1, 2024

Hypnotherapy Helped Me Reconcile Growing Up as an Outsider in America

This APIA Heritage Month, we're talking about mental health.

Therapy Helped Me Find Pride in My South Asian Heritage

May 1, 2024

Therapy Helped Me Find Pride in My South Asian Heritage

This APIA Heritage Month, we're talking about mental health.

Asian Men Are Taught to Suppress Our Emotions. I'm Changing That For My Kids.

May 1, 2024

Asian Men Are Taught to Suppress Our Emotions. I'm Changing That For My Kids.

This APIA Heritage Month, we're talking about mental health.

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What to Know About Top-Surgery Scars, According to Surgeons

Apr 16, 2024

What to Know About Top-Surgery Scars, According to Surgeons

Everyone deserves to feel confident in their skin.

Edy Massih Opened a Beloved Lebanese Grocer at 25 — Now He's Sharing Its Recipes

Apr 9, 2024

Edy Massih Opened a Beloved Lebanese Grocer at 25 — Now He's Sharing Its Recipes

If you've visited Greenpoint in Brooklyn, you've likely heard of Edy's Grocer, a Lebanese pantry and cafe that stocks its shelves full of goods imported from across the Middle East.

An LGBTQ+ Therapist Weighs In on Jesse Sullivan's Approach to Parenting and Pronouns

Apr 5, 2024

An LGBTQ+ Therapist Weighs In on Jesse Sullivan's Approach to Parenting and Pronouns

When Jesse Sullivan and Francesca Farago shared their pregnancy news on March 31, it was no coincidence the announcement also fell on Trans Day of Visibility.

Visibility Can Be Dangerous For Trans Folks — They Want Action Instead

Mar 29, 2024

Visibility Can Be Dangerous For Trans Folks — They Want Action Instead

Since the start of 2024, the American Civil Liberties Union has tracked 479 proposed anti-LGBTQ+ bills across the US — the majority of them targeting trans youth.

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Sasha Merci: How Comedy Has Helped Me Navigate Depression

10 hours ago

Sasha Merci: How Comedy Has Helped Me Navigate Depression

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we asked Latine comedians and creators we admire how comedy has supported them in overcoming trauma and confronting life's most significant challenges.

Ian Lara: Comedy Gave Me the Strength to Overcome My Mother's Death

10 hours ago

Ian Lara: Comedy Gave Me the Strength to Overcome My Mother's Death

Ian Lara is a Dominican American stand-up comedian from Queens, NY, who found internet success after his appearance on "Comedy Central Stand-Up Featuring," which has garnered over 10 million views.

How Erik Rivera Uses Comedy to Heal and Help Others

10 hours ago

How Erik Rivera Uses Comedy to Heal and Help Others

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we asked Latine comedians and creators we admire how comedy has supported them in overcoming trauma and confronting life's most significant challenges.

This New-Moon-in-Taurus Baño Will Bring You Financial Abundance

May 3, 2024

This New-Moon-in-Taurus Baño Will Bring You Financial Abundance

May has arrived and the flowers are blooming.

Bruja Tarotscope: May Tarot Horoscope For Every Zodiac Sign

May 2, 2024

Bruja Tarotscope: May Tarot Horoscope For Every Zodiac Sign

You can rest assured you'll enter May with a sigh of relief after navigating such an intense eclipse season.

What It's Really Like to Run as a Black Woman

May 1, 2024

What It's Really Like to Run as a Black Woman

To date, I've ran eight half-marathons, one full marathon, and over a dozen 5Ks and 10Ks.

Revisiting Jennifer Lopez’s 2011 Album “Love?” and What It Signifies Today

Apr 29, 2024

Revisiting Jennifer Lopez’s 2011 Album “Love?” and What It Signifies Today

As the anniversary of Jennifer Lopez's sixth studio album "Love?" approaches, it's a fitting time to reflect on this album's significance within J Lo's career, its impact on fans, and its continued relevance in light of her recent endeavors.

Thalia's "A Mucha Honra" Album Is a Love Letter to Música Mexicana

Apr 26, 2024

Thalia's "A Mucha Honra" Album Is a Love Letter to Música Mexicana

Throughout her illustrious career, Thalia has proudly represented Mexican culture through her music, iconic looks, and unforgettable performances.

Julio Torres's "Problemista" Shows the US Immigration System Is a Relentless Maze

Apr 24, 2024

Julio Torres's "Problemista" Shows the US Immigration System Is a Relentless Maze

We live in a society that insists if you work hard, you can probably achieve the goals you've set for yourself.

Chuwi Is the Voice of a New Puerto Rican Generation

Apr 23, 2024

Chuwi Is the Voice of a New Puerto Rican Generation

With a bassy voice and over a minimalist syncopated beat, Wilfredo "Willy" Aldarondo sings of lament.

Latinas Are More Prone to Bacterial Vaginosis — Here's How to Avoid and Treat It

Apr 23, 2024

Latinas Are More Prone to Bacterial Vaginosis — Here's How to Avoid and Treat It

Self-love, for many, means making time to slow down, meditate, and journal every day.

Camila Mendes on Why We Need More Latine Representation in Rom-Coms

Apr 22, 2024

Camila Mendes on Why We Need More Latine Representation in Rom-Coms

A simple Google search of "the best rom-coms of all time" will take you down a nostalgic hole of '90s and early-'00s movies like "10 Things I Hate About You," "While You Were Sleeping," and "P.S.