How to interact with people with autism
Commentary by Chara Interacting with people on the autism spectrum requires a special approach that acknowledges their needs and challenges.Specifically, it requires patience, empathy and specialized strategies. In observance of April as National Autism Acceptance Month, here are some tips to help improve your interactions with people on the spectrum:*Be clear and concise: Communicate in […]
Jorge Ramos: Seis héroes hispanos en Baltimore
Donald Trump sigue llamando “animales” a algunos inmigrantes. Y aunque se refería a quienes han cometido crímenes en Estados Unidos, Trump también aseguró hace unos días, sin ninguna prueba, que los indocumentados están trayendo “enfermedades” a Estados Unidos.La imagen de los indocumentados como criminales contagiosos es totalmente falsa. La realidad es que los inmigrantes cometen […]
How to take a healthier approach to eating
Commentary by Tere Siqueira If you’re tired of dieting, but still want to be health-conscious about food, give intuitive eating a try.As franciscanhealth.org states, intuitive eating is an approach toward nutrition that encourages individuals to pay attention to their bodily cues of being hungry or full, instead of following externally mandated rules – i.e., a […]
Editorial: Championing child abuse prevention
April has multiple national and international designations intended to call attention to causes important to someone and effect positive change. Dedicated activities and events throughout April raise awareness and support for issues that include child abuse prevention, autism, distracted driving, esophageal cancer, limb loss, Parkinson’s disease, brunch, hope, humor, pickleball and poetry. They’re all meaningful […]
GCI seeks volunteers for Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
By Chara GCI seeks volunteers for Cinco de Mayo Fiesta The annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, hosted by Guadalupe Centers Inc. (GCI), is coming. And as the three-day celebration approaches, organizers are seeking volunteers to help ensure its success.“Volunteers will be mostly helping us with the setup, manning and breakdown of the event, such as manning […]
Featured Women 2024: Isabel Flores Hernandez
Flores Hernandez finds identity in her brushstrokes By CharaIsabel Flores Hernandez, who’s being recognized by Dos Mundos in observance of March as Women’s History Month, can attest to the transforming power of art in a person’s life.Born in Chiapas, Mexico, Flores Hernandez developed an interest in art as a child. She had a fascination for […]
Multicultural Festival set at Frontiers
By Angie BaldelomarFrontiers Schools is holding its annual Multicultural Festival.The festival will run 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday (April 12) at the gymnasium of the Frontiers School of Innovation Middle School, located at 1575 Universal Ave. in Kansas City, Missouri.The festival will include live music, face painting and balloon artists. But the highlight will be the opportunity […]