Judge Felipe Restrepo: 'You have to engage in your democracy'
09/13/2018 - 10:58
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Circuit Court Judge L. Felipe Restrepo spoke with AL DÍA about how a Colombian immigrant became a high-ranking official in the U.S. judiciary.
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Philadelphia welcomes the U.S. Hispanic Chamber National Convention
09/11/2018 - 16:10
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As Philadelphia prepares to host the annual event, the national organization is welcoming a new leader.
Hispanic National Bar Association in Philadelphia: 'The Breakthrough Convention'
09/07/2018 - 09:44
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The event launched with a reception at the Marriot Philadelphia Downtown Hotel on Sept. 5.
Nelson Díaz: El primero, pero no el último
08/30/2018 - 12:50
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Nelson Díaz, el primer juez latino en Filadelfia y defensor de la comunidad puertorriqueña sin voz, ha cimentado su carrera pionera con su próxima autobiografía, "No soy de aquí ni de allá".
Nelson Díaz: The first, but not the last
08/30/2018 - 11:25
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Nelson Díaz, the first Latino judge to sit on the bench in Philadelphia and stand up for the voiceless Puerto Rican community, has cemented his trailblazing career with his forthcoming autobiography, “No soy de aquí ni de allá.”
Un anticipo de USHCC
08/30/2018 - 03:03
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La Cámara Nacional de Comercio Hispana de los Estados Unidos ofreció un adelanto de su próxima convención nacional que tendrá lugar el próximo mes de septiembre en Filadelfia.
A sneak peak of the nation's largest Latino business convention
08/29/2018 - 17:25
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The U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) will bring its National Convention to Philadelphia in September.
Rev. Luis Cortés: 'Social policy creates gentrification'
08/22/2018 - 13:38
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Through Esperanza, Rev. Luís Cortés has advocated for Latinos in Philadelphia for more than 30 years, spearheading initiatives to educate and empower the community. Now, as Philadelphia rapidly gentrifies, he's concerned that Latinos have been left out of the equation.
Rev. Luis Cortés: “La política social crea gentrificación”
08/22/2018 - 13:34
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A través de Esperanza, el Reverendo Luís Cortés ha abogado por los latinos de Filadelfia durante más de 30 años, liderando iniciativas para educar y empoderar a la comunidad. Ahora, mientras la gentrificación en Filadelfia no para de avanzar, le preocupa que los latinos se hayan quedado fuera de la ecuación.
Judge Nelson Díaz: 'Success has many fathers'
08/21/2018 - 14:53
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Ahead of the release of his autobiography in October, Nelson Díaz, who blazed a trail for Latinos in American politics and law, discussed his book and shared reflections on his life.
U.S. Hispanic Chamber to honor Zoe Saldana
08/20/2018 - 15:01
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Zoe Saldana, acclaimed actress and founder of media brand BESE, will receive the 2018 Excellence in Leadership Award.
This is why AL DÍA celebrates Hispanic Heritage in Philadelphia
08/15/2018 - 10:26
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Enough is enough. We are exhausted of the #Stereotype. But wait! This is coming: The #ALDIArchetype, a better way of looking at our Common American Heritage.
Henry Cisneros to deliver keynote address at Hispanic Heritage Awards Luncheon
08/08/2018 - 10:58
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Henry Cisneros, former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, will speak at AL DÍA News’ annual awards ceremony in Philadelphia in October.
Gerry Lenfest: ‘The loss of a Philadelphia giant’
08/06/2018 - 11:33
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Gerry Lenfest, who saved the Philadelphia Inquirer and Daily News with funding from the Lenfest Institute for Journalism (among hundreds of other city initiatives) will be remembered for his unwavering generosity.
Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber holds huge networking mixer for the Latino community
08/01/2018 - 11:02
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The Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's Latino Professionals Mixer, sponsored by St. Joseph's University, was held at Tierra Colombiana on July 17.
Latina named Chair of Philadelphia Litigation Group
07/25/2018 - 16:44
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Diana Cortes said her experiences with racial animosity growing up and the encouragement from her immigrant parents motivated her to pursue her high achievement in law.
Una latina nombrada presidenta del Philadelphia Litigation Group
07/25/2018 - 15:58
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Diana Cortes confesó que sus propias experiencias con el racismo cuando era niña y el apoyo de sus padres, ambos inmigrantes, la motivaron a conseguir sus logros profesionales en el ámbito jurídico.
Comcast named Corporate Chair of U.S. Hispanic Chamber's National Convention
07/20/2018 - 15:33
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The U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will partner with Comcast, NBCUniversal Telemundo for its annual National Convention in Philadelphia this September.
Cambiar el foco: La Biblioteca Gratuita como servicio público
07/19/2018 - 15:50
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Siobhan Reardon, que alcanza su décimo año como presidenta y directora de la Biblioteca Pública de Filadelfia, cree que las bibliotecas públicas de la ciudad deberían hacer de la gente su prioridad.
Changing focus: The Free Library as a public service
07/19/2018 - 14:25
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Siobhan Reardon, reaching her 10th year as president and director of the Free Library of Philadelphia, believes that the city’s public libraries should make people their priority.
Un barbero de Filadelfia da una nueva esperanza a los desamparados
07/19/2018 - 12:48
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Joshua Santiago crea conciencia sobre las personas sin techo con una iniciativa con la que proyecta viajar por todo el país con una barbería rodante.
Philly barber gives new hope to homeless residents
07/19/2018 - 12:01
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Joshua Santiago is raising awareness about homelessness in Philadelphia and beyond as he builds an initiative that would allow him to travel throughout the country with an RV mobile barbershop.
American Airlines lleva el primer vuelo directo a Ciudad de México
07/18/2018 - 12:46
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Ciudad de México se convierte en el destino número 122 de este aeropuerto, del que despegan alrededor de 450 vuelos diarios.
American Airlines takes first flight to Mexico City from Philadelphia International Airport
07/18/2018 - 12:38
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Mexico City becomes the 122nd destination out of Philadelphia International Airport, which usually sees around 450 flights depart daily.
American Airlines announces inaugural flight to Mexico City
07/12/2018 - 10:40
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American Airlines made an official announcement of the first nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Mexico City during a networking event at the Consulate of Mexico in Center City on July 2.