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Reggaeton has become synonymous with Colombia, where its unique sounds and flow have propelled artists like J Balvin, Maluma, KAROL G, and Feid to international stardom. Spotify data shows the genre’s popularity extends beyond Colombia to Mexico, the U.S., Spain, Chile, and Argentina. Over 350 million user playlists on Spotify globally feature Colombian reggaeton artists.…

Starbucks is set to make its debut in Ecuador, as announced on their TikTok profile. While the opening date and city remain undisclosed, the hashtag #ILoveStarbucks #Quito hints at its arrival in Quito. Despite this news, Starbucks products have been available in Ecuador since 2023 through supermarket chains, notably the Frappuccino, introduced by the North…

After almost 10 years, Latin culture and music expert AJ Ramos was back in Toronto for a night of networking, learning and most importantly building community. The Don Arts Academy hosted a live conversation with AJ moderated by Miguel Anthony and what a night it was. What felt like a cross between a church service…

The collaboration between Lionel Messi and adidas has produced another drop of collaborative Samba sneakers, following their highly anticipated release in February. Unlike the previous design, which was simple white and blue with gold hints, the latest iteration features an attractive pink hue with black contrasts against smooth leather and suede. This color scheme draws…

Ecuador faces backlash for storming the Mexican embassy in Quito to arrest former Vice President Jorge Glas, who sought asylum there. Mexico plans to file a case against Ecuador at the International Court of Justice, prompting the suspension of diplomatic ties by Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. This breach of diplomatic norms has drawn…

President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador has announced a plan to offer 5,000 “free passports” to highly skilled workers from abroad, aiming to stimulate the country’s economy through foreign investment. The offer extends to professionals such as scientists, engineers, doctors, artists, and philosophers, who will receive full citizen status and voting rights. To facilitate their…

Jorge Mas, owner of Inter Miami, is aboard the Icon of the Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world, to unveil his club’s jersey sponsorship with Royal Caribbean and witness the vessel’s naming ceremony. The event features performances by Scottish cover band, aquatic acrobats, and Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi. Securing Messi came at…

Many are wondering about the next total solar eclipse in Toronto or Canada after today’s disappointment due to cloud cover. Unfortunately, the next chance for Toronto won’t be until 2106, with only partial visibility expected from the city. The next total solar eclipse in Canada will occur in 2044, visible from Alberta, BC, the Northwest…

In her debut album “Att.”, Puerto Rican rapper Young Miko challenges reggaeton norms with her girly, Y2K aesthetic and subversive lyrics. Her rise to fame over three years signals a shift in the industry, marked by her distinct voice amidst heavy trap beats. Miko’s unapologetic embrace of her identity as a queer artist is groundbreaking…

The world’s oldest man, Juan Vicente Pérez Mora, passed away just weeks before his 115th birthday, according to Guinness World Records. Pérez Mora, born on May 27, 1909, in Venezuela, held the title since February 4, 2022, following the death of the previous oldest man, Saturnino de la Fuente García. He attributed his longevity to…