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Is Salsa Cuban, Puerto Rican, or From New York? The Real Origin
The rhythms are Cuban and Puerto Rican — but "salsa" as a genre was built and branded in 1970s New York. The real story of how a label conquered the world.
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Latino Celebrities You Didnt Know Were Latino: 8 Stars With Surprising Roots
The short version: The Latino celebrities you didnt know were Latino include Cameron Diaz...
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What Is a Guayabera? The History of Latin America’s Iconic Shirt
Four pockets, two rows of pleats, and 200 years of history — the guayabera went from Cuban farmworker shirt to the formal wear of presidents. Here's its story.
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Where Did Reggaeton Come From? Its Panamanian and Jamaican Roots
Reggaeton was built on one rhythm — the dembow — that traveled from Jamaica to Panama to Puerto Rico's underground. Here's how a single beat conquered the world.