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Numbers of femicides on the rise
Femicide total for 2022 tops 4,000 in Latin America, CaribbeanBy Roberta Pardo Thousands of women are victims of femicide every year in Latin America and the Caribbean, according to a report by the U.N. Economic Commission for
Women’s History Month: Elevating voices for diversity and inclusion’
Women’s History Month: Elevating voices for diversity and inclusion’ Women’s History Month, celebrated each March in the United States, is a time to honor women’s contributions to American life. And once again, Dos Mundos is observing Women’s
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Childhood providers support Kelly’s budget initiative
By CharaMore than 1,000 early childhood providers and stakeholders across Kansas are endorsing Gov. Laura Kelly’s state budget proposal to invest $56 million in “early
Eastern Airlines to bring 165 jobs, $4.7-million investment to area
By Tere Siqueira One of the country’s oldest airlines is about to make Kansas City, Missouri, its home base.As multiple media outlets reported Feb. 21, Eastern Airlines has named Kansas City as the location for its new headquarters. Its current headquarters are in Wayne, Pennsylvania – an unincorporated Philadelphia suburb.“We
KCMO advocates for gun control after mass shooting
By Tere SiqueiraKansas City, Missouri, officials are grappling with their limited power to address local gun violence following the Feb. 14 mass shooting at Union Station.As multiple media outlets reported, the shooting occurred during a parade-and-rally celebration to commemorate the Kansas City Chiefs’ latest Super Bowl title. The shooting –
Editorial: The cost of surviving violent crime
United Way of Greater Kansas City and the Chiefs this month set up an emergency response fund to support survivors of the Feb. 14 mass shooting at the Chiefs Super Bowl rally. So far, the KC Strong Fund has surpassed $1 million in donations, which will be disbursed to survivors.
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Unique ideas to make your St. Patrick’s Day celebration
By Tere Siqueira St. Patrick’s Day, observed on Mar. 17, is a global celebration of Irish culture and the legacy of Saint Patrick, Ireland’s patron
Childhood providers support Kelly’s budget initiative
By CharaMore than 1,000 early childhood providers and stakeholders across Kansas are endorsing Gov. Laura Kelly’s state budget proposal to invest $56 million in “early
More than 100 killed by Israeli fire in Gaza
More than 100 Palestinians were killed and hundreds more injured on Feb. 29, when Israeli troops opened fire on hundreds waiting for food aid in
Current Edition
Dos Mundos: Volume 43 Issue 11 • 03/14/24 – 03/20/24
In this issue • Cifras de feminicidios en aumento • Mes de la Historia de la Mujer: Rebeca Amezcua – Hogan: Dedica su vida a ayudar
Community
Women’s History Month: Jessica Cabral
Recognized as pillar of faith, communityBy CharaFor Jessica Cabral Maldonado, being recognized by Dos Mundos in March in observance of Women’s History Month, is an honor
Women’s History Month: Rebeca Amezcua- Hogan
Dedicates life to helping others through work By Angie Baldelomar For Rebeca Amezcua-Hogan, one of the honorees by Dos Mundos for this year’s observance of Women’s
Women’s History Month: Lisa Lopez-Galvan
Lopez-Galvan dedicated life to helping communityBy Angie BaldelomarThe late Lisa Lopez-Galvan spent most of her life helping the community she loved.A native of Kansas City, Missouri,
Editorial
Editorial: Gutsy women with vision
Our late founder, editor and award-winning publisher, Clara Reyes, like other outstanding Kansas Citians we’re honoring here, left our community a better place. All positively
Editorial: Voter registration: just do it
Now is the time to register to vote or check voter registration status. Deadlines for critical elections are fast approaching. In Missouri, Jackson County voters
Editorial: February, life-saving love heart month
The focus of February is love and its familiar symbol – the heart. Possibly rooted in ancient pagan and Christian legends, February’s been known for
Editorial: Sister Berta leaves KC kids better off
Kansas City’s fittingly awash in accolades from across the bistate metro for Sister Berta Sailer since her death was announced last Thursday. The Catholic nun
Editorial: post-holiday blues or SAD?
It isn’t unusual to feel blue when the holidays are over. We’re left without something as joyous as baking, decorating, gift-giving and party planning on
Sports
Deportes y más deportes… 02.29.24
México hace historia en la Copa Oro femeninaLa selección mexicana de fútbol clasificó a los cuartos de final de la Copa Oro Femenina de la
Deportes y más deportes… 02.15.24
Posible sustituto de XaviCon la salida del director técnico del Barcelona, Xavi Hernández al final de la temporada, la directiva azulgrana ya prepara el fichaje
Deportes y más deportes… 03.07.24
Entre lágrimas, Jason Kelce anuncia su retiro de la NFLJason Kelce, hermano mayor de Travis Kelce, anunció su retiro de la NFL tras 13 temporadas vistiendo los colores de los Philadelphia Eagles.Kelce, de 36 años, ganó el Super Bowl LII en el 2018 y compitió con su hermano Travis por
Café Corazón Crossroads hosts Kansas City Symphony in free event
Café Corazón Crossroads in collaboration with the Kansas City Symphony hosted a show where music and culture converge in a free, open-to-all show on Feb.
Entretenimiento
Contain the Rain offers reimbursements for JoCo residents
By Tere Siqueira This spring, stormwater runoff is being tackled head-on by Contain the Rain, a program available for residents in cities across Johnson County, Kansas.Through
Spectacular Circus coming to KC
By Chara Circus-lovers can get their fill of acrobats, aerialists, animals, daredevils and clowns this weekend in Kansas City, Missouri.The Spectacular Circus will stage performances
“The Mystery of Christmas” returns
By Tere Siqueira A familiar holiday tale is getting a new treatment.The Dramatic Truth Ballet School of Kansas City, Missouri, will present a series of
Lugo growing her music career
By Roberta PardoElizabeth “Eli” Lugo’s music career is growing.Lugo started singing when she was 6. A DJ at an event at her local church heard
El último adiós a Octavio Ocaña
¿Quién era Octavio Ocaña?El actor de 22 años tuvo una corta, pero fructífera carrera en la televisión, su personaje más recordado fue Benito en la
Travel
Street talk: Traveling during a pandemic
By Angie BaldelomarAs more places reopen, more people are traveling again.Recently, Dos Mundos asked some people in the community who had traveled about their experiences.
Get used to new way of traveling
Commentary by Tere Siqueira In a COVID-19 world, it is essential to learn a new way of traveling.The World Travel and Tourism Council has developed
CDC issues travel recommendations for fully vaccinated people
By Chara On April 2, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new travel guidelines for people who have received the COVID-19 vaccine.People
Factors to Consider When Moving to a New City
Guest Post Hire A Helper Saying sayonara to your humble abode in search of new opportunities and a change of scenery? You’re not alone—the average
Wonderful World: Discover Asheville
By Tom Sawyer Welcome tourists! In this edition, we have to talk about a city in the United States that has a unique natural beauty
Immigration
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: Visa Bulletin for March 2024
The Visa Bulletin tells us how long you will have to wait in line to move forward with your immigration case. US citizen relatives such as
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: Visa Bulletin for February 2024!
The Visa Bulletin tells us how long you will have to wait in line to move forward with your immigration case. US citizen relatives such
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: TPS Updates!
Attention TPS holders and Venezuelans that entered prior to July 31, 2023 – Now is the time for action! Many of you have had TPS
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: Why is an emergency plan important?
Immigration laws in the United States are constantly changing and therefore it is important to be prepared for your peace of mind and that of
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: U Visa in Kansas City
In recent months, new updates on how to obtain a U visa in our area. Attorney Jessica Piedra answers some questions to clarify doubts on