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Iran Suspends Nuclear Talks With US Indefinitely After Israeli Strikes

Iran Allies Hezbollah and the Houthis React to Israeli Attack

Islamic political movements in Lebanon and Yemen "support Iran's right to defend itself" but will not initiate any strikes on Israel.

Viral Video of Trump's "Scary" Military Parade Rehearsal Sparks Outrage Online

The rehearsal for the military parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States has gone viral on social media for its comparisons to other authoritarian regimes.

Carlo Acutis, first Millenial Saint, cannonization date

Meet Carlo Acutis, the Late Teen Gamer Set to Become The First Millenial Catholic Saint This Year

An Italian teen who loved computers and has had two miracles attributed to him will be canonized as the first millennial saint in September.

Navy Sailor Angelina Resendiz Found Dead After Disappearance from Barracks

Resendiz had disappeared 2 weeks ago from her barracks at a naval base in Norfolk, Virginia.

Kim Kardashian Speaks Out Against Trump's "Inhumane" ICE Raids

The American media mogul and reality star took to social media to condemn the Trump administration's crackdown on undocumented migrants.

U.S. Treasury Department Reveals 'Los Chapitos' Money-Laundering Network in Mazatlán

In the wake of the sanctions issued by the U.S. against 'Los Chapitos,' government officials discovered a money laundering network linked to the group.

Mexican Officials May Be Subject to U.S. Visa Bans Under Rubio's Cuban Medical Mission Sanctions

The restriction targets Central American officials who facilitated Cuba's controversial "medical missions," programs widely criticized in Washington as exploitative.

Four Journalists Injured By Law Enforcement During LA Anti-ICE Protest

A British photojournalist, an Australian television reporter, and two local freelance journalists were injured while covering violent protests in Los Angeles this past weekend

JBalvin, DojaCat, and Tems halftime at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

FIFA Announces Star-Studded Halftime Show with J Balvin, Doja Cat & Tems at Club World Cup Final

For the first time, there will be a halftime musical show at a World Cup, just like the Super Bowl. J Balvin, Doja Cat, and Tems are the chosen artists.

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The Endgame for 'Los Chapitos'? Ovidio and Joaquín Guzmán López Near Plea Deals in U.S. Court - Report

Ovidio and Joaquín Guzmán López, sons of El Chapo, are expected to plead guilty in U.S. federal court this July as part of cooperation deals with prosecutors. The plea agreements could drastically reduce their sentences in exchange for insider information on the Sinaloa Cartel.

Diddy Trial Bombshell: Second Ex-Girlfriend Details 72-Hour "Freak-Off" Fueled by Ecstasy

The woman, whose name has not been released, repeated stories similar to those told by Cassie Ventura, another of the artist's partners. Diddy's trial will last at least until the end of the month.

U.S. and Mexico focus on capturing El Sapo, Mencho, CNGJ

Inside the Rise of El Sapo: The Shadow Successor to El Mencho, Mexico's Most Wanted Drug Lord

Qn both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border have intensified their focus on Hugo Gonzalo Mendoza Gaytán, known as "El Sapo" or "El 90." This is his story.

Mexican court ruled against Penguin Random House and Anabel Hernandez

Drug Cartel Tell-All Author Anabel Hernández and Publisher Fined Thousands for Using Socialite's Photo in Book 'Las Señoras del Narco'

Violeta Vizcarra is the second woman mentioned in the book who is suing the author and publisher. Anabel Hernández's "Las Mujeres del Narco" includes several public figures.

Primavera Sound: How Barcelona Became the Site of Europe's Most Important Music Festival

Since its inception in 2001, the Primavera Sound music festival has served as a premier hotspot for the world's biggest artists.

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Calibre 50 Frontman Reveals He Can't Move His Arms After Shocking Injury

One of the most prominent voices of the regional Mexican music band alarmed his fans and fellow musicians by posting a video with both arms in casts and completely immobilized. Tony Elizondo of Calibre 50 explained what happened to him.

Former Mexican Government Official & His Wife Fined $2.4 Billion in the U.S.

The ruling was handed down to Genaro García Luna and his wife, Linda Cristina Pereyra, for an illegal contracting scheme within the Mexican government.

KId Cudi breaks his silence after damning testimony against diddy

Kid Cudi Breaks His Silence After His Damning Testimony Against Diddy: How Did Things Get So Bad Against Them

Cudi testified that he had a 1-month fling with Diddy's ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, and Diddy retaliated violently.

Inside the Political Rift Between Pope Leo XIV and His MAGA-Aligned Brother

After being elected pope, Robert Prevost's private life came under scrutiny. Especially the political differences between him and his brother, Louis.

Foreigner's Lead Singer Kelly Hansen Retires: Meet Luis Maldonado, the Latino Rocker Taking Over

Hansen announced that lead guitarist Luis Maldonado will replace him as lead singer of the iconic band.

Inside the Legal Debate Over the Menendez Brothers' Future: Could They Go Free?

The Latin Times spoke with multiple Los Angeles attorneys for their opinion on the brothers' upcoming parole hearing.

Mexican Rock Legend David "El Guadaña" Lerma Dead at 61

Lerma was known as the frontman of the rock urbano group Banda Bostik.

'A Blessing in Disguise': Menendez Brothers' Family Reacts to Parole Hearing Postponement

The brothers' cousin, Anamaria Baralt, stated that this delay gives Lyle and Erik Menendez more time to prepare for their parole hearing.

Drug-Smuggling Cat? Feline Busted Sneaking Narcotics into Costa Rica Prison

Prison guards at Costa Rica's Pococí Penitentiary found a cat with marijuana and heroin attached to their body.

Mexican Band at Center of 'Narco' Music Scandal Compares Itself to The Beatles

At a recent court appearance, a spokesperson for the band wore a Beatles shirt to make a statement about government persecution of musicians.

ICE Reveals That U.S. Agents Are Operating in Mexico

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement posted on social media that they had dismantled a large-scale drug lab in Sinaloa.

Mexican Secretary of Culture Slams MrBeast for Filming in Forbidden Areas of Ancient Ruins

Jimmy "MrBeast" Donaldson posted a video titled "I Survived 100 Hours In An Ancient Temple," which caused controversy in Mexico.

Mexican Beauty Influencer Valeria Márquez Killed in Attack While Livestreaming on TikTok

Márquez was livestreaming on TikTok when a man entered her business posing as a deliveryman and shot her.

Who is Griselda Lopez, El Chapo Guzman's Ex-Wife Who Turned Herself into US Custody with Her Family?

The ex-wife of the notorious drug lord is also the mother of his children, who currently run the Los Chapitos faction of the Sinaloa cartel.

Former Uruguayan President Pepe Mujica Dead at 89

Mujica had been imprisoned and tortured by the Uruguayan dictatorship in the 1960s and 70s for nearly 15 years.

Mexican Cartels Smuggle Dangerous Bootleg Gasoline into the U.S.

The oil thieves, known as "huachicoleros," steal the oil from the state-owned company, Pemex.