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Elon Musk's SpaceX Reportedly Raised Pentagon Starlink Costs During Iran War

Elon Musk's SpaceX clashed with the Pentagon over a sharp increase in Starlink satellite service costs during the U.S. war with Iran, according to a report that triggered political blowback.

Airbnb Says Hosts Earned an Average of $15,600 in Extra Income Last Year
Airbnb says travel through its platform generated more than $93 billion in economic activity across the United States in 2025, setting a new record as the company attempts to strengthen its position in the increasingly heated debate over short-term rentals.
'US Venezuela Mineral Deal' Video Reminds of Expanding U.S.-Venezuela Partnerships in Mining, Rare-Earth & Energy
On May 20, 2026, the White House published a video highlighting the recent U.S.-Venezuelan mineral agreements that have been executed over the past several months, bringing renewed attention to one of the Trump administration's most significant foreign policy pivots in Latin America. The video's release prompts an important question: Just how far have U.S.-Venezuela relations advanced—and what do these deals mean for the future of both nations?
U.S.-Iran Agreement Imminent — Strait of Hormuz Expected to Reopen, Oil Prices Set to Fall
The announcement, made via a post on Truth Social, came after a wide-ranging phone call with leaders from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Pakistan, Türkiye, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain — a coalition of regional powers that have played a central role in mediating the 84-day conflict. Trump also confirmed a separate call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, which he described as going "very well."

Business

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Interviews

Nicolas Cage Intimidated Her at First, Then Karen Rodríguez Created Marvel's Most Unexpected Latina Heroine in Spider-Noir - INTERVIEW

Karen Rodriguez opens up about stepping into Marvel's dark new universe in Spider-Noir, starring opposite Nicolas Cage. In this exclusive interview with The Latin Times, the Mexican-born actress reveals how intimidated she felt during her first scenes with Cage, why she turned Janet Ruiz into a "very Mexican" woman inspired by her mother and Dolores del Río, and why Latino characters deserve to be messy, complicated and powerful.

Interviews

Juan Pablo Raba Brings a Latino Reckoning to 'Dutton Ranch' - INTERVIEW

Juan Pablo Raba talks in an interview about his role of Joaquín in the new Taylor Sheridan 'Yellowstone' spin-off 'Dutton Ranch,' his biggest role in a Hollywood series.

Politics

Activists Accuse Cuba of Manipulating the International Community with the Release of 2,000 Prisoners

Cuba published the names of 2,010 prisoners granted freedom under a sweeping amnesty, but the list has opened a new controversy instead of closing one: many of the country's most internationally known political prisoners, including artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara and rapper Maykel "Osorbo" Castillo Pérez, do not appear to have been freed.

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Telenovelas

Danna García Says Goodbye to Rebeca, the Fiercest Role of Her Telenovela Career

For more than three decades, Danna García has been one of the defining faces of Latin American television. Then she took a break to do film, but now, after years of playing women audiences rooted for instantly, García says Rebeca from Hermanas: Un Amor Compartido may be the most emotionally demanding character she has ever carried.

Celebrity

(VIDEO) Olivia Rodrigo Teases New Single 'The Cure' as Favorite Song on Upcoming Album

Olivia Rodrigo will release her new single 'The Cure' on May 22, 2026, ahead of her third album. Fans eagerly await the track, described as Rodrigo's favourite.

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Movies

Pedro Pascal Says The Mandalorian is a Real 'Papá Latino'

In a viral video shared on the official Star Wars TikTok account, Pedro Pascal explains in Spanish why his character in The Mandalorian feels deeply Latino to him, and the answer instantly resonated with fans across social media.

Movies

Andy García's Emotional Cannes Standing Ovation Has Latino Hollywood Crying Too

For seven uninterrupted minutes, the applause inside Cannes' Grand Théâtre Lumière refused to stop. And somewhere between the cheers, the flashing cameras and the standing ovation for 'Diamond,' its director, 70 years old Cuban artist Andy García, felt the power of the 23 years it took to make it and the decades representing and fighting for Latinos in Hollywood.

Celebrity

Influencer Gabriela Gonzalez and Father Accused in Dark Web Murder Plot

Influencer Gabriela Gonzalez and her father face accusations of plotting to kill her ex-boyfriend, Jack Avery, amid a custody battle. The alleged scheme involved dark web communications and cryptocurrency.

Music

Totó La Momposina Dies at 85, Colombia Loses the Voice That Took Cumbia to the World

Totó La Momposina, the legendary Colombian artist who transformed Caribbean folk music into a global cultural force, died Tuesday in Mexico at the age of 85 after years battling neurocognitive health issues.

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Interviews

The Michael Jackson Biopic Is Back at No. 1, and its star Larenz Tate Thinks Black and Brown Audiences Need Unity Right Now - INTERVIEW

As 'Michael' danced back to the top of the box office this weekend, the success of the Michael Jackson biopic is way more than a fun story and great numbers. For Larenz Tate, the actor who plays Motown founder Berry Gordy, the film's success is also a reminder of what the King of Pop's music has always done best: bring people together across race, language, geography, and generation.

Celebrity

Cannes 2026: Latinos Steal the Show with Looks and Strong Political Statements

The Cannes Film Festival has always loved glamour, but this year the Croisette has also become a stage for Latino and Spanish-language stars making noise with their films, their fashion and, in Javier Bardem's case, statements sharp enough to cut through the flashbulbs.

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Celebrity

Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson Reportedly Planning Memorial Day Wedding

Donald Trump Jr. and Palm Beach socialite Bettina Anderson are reportedly preparing to tie the knot over Memorial Day weekend, according to multiple reports circulating in South Florida social circles and entertainment media.

Spotify Rolls Out Lossless Audio for Premium Users: Here's How

Music

Spotify Clarifies if the New Disco Ball Icon Is Here to Stay

Spotify has clarified whether or not the disco ball app icon, which suddenly replaced the regular logo, is here to say.

Music

Shakira's Revenge Arc Against Ex Piqué and Spain Tax Authorities Comes Full Circle With $70 Million Win

A Spanish court acquitted the Colombian superstar Monday in a tax case tied to 2011, ruling that authorities failed to prove she was a tax resident in Spain that year. The decision overturned a 55 million euro fine and ordered Spain's Treasury to return more than 60 million euros, about $70 million, including interest.

Entertainment

Jake Paul Fires Back at Saúl 'Canelo' Álvarez After Laughing Emoji Response: "I Am Going to Beat His Ass"

A few days ago, Paul said he would be willing to pay Canelo $200 million to make the fight happen, comments that prompted the Mexican boxer to repost Paul's quote on social media alongside a string of laughing emojis.