Amanda Schiavo

Amanda Schiavo holds a B.A in History from Pace University and has been a member of the Latin Times team since May 2013. She is an amateur historian, an aficionado of all things Disney, is an animal enthusiast and an accomplished equestrian. Schiavo enjoys writing human-interest pieces and stories related to helping animals and animal rights. Schiavo has been a journalist for four years and has written for Brooklyn Today as well as several other publications.

Mother Arrested For Daughter's Christmas Murder

Amanda Schiavo | Monday, December 30, 2013 - 12:51

An Arizona mother is accused of murdering her 13-year-old daughter on Christmas after trying to stab the girl's stepfather. The woman is also accused of trying to poison her three younger children.

Spain Passes Restrictive Abortion Legislation

Amanda Schiavo | Monday, December 30, 2013 - 11:47

The government of Spain has passed new restrictive abortion legislation stating a woman may only get an abortion in the case of rape or illness.

State Of Emergency Declared In Buenos Aires

Amanda Schiavo | Monday, December 30, 2013 - 10:31

The mayor of Buenos Aires has declared a state of emergency in the city after a heat wave knocked out power and residents took to the streets in protest.

Sofia Vergara Running For Mayor Of L.A

Amanda Schiavo | Saturday, December 28, 2013 - 10:34

Modern Family actress Sofia Vergara is leaving the world of acting in order to pursue a political career as mayor of L.A.

Sharks Send Tweets Warning Surfers Of Their Presence

Amanda Schiavo | Friday, December 27, 2013 - 15:24

Scientists in Australia have fitted over 300 sharks with tags than can send tweets warning surfers when the animals are close to popular beaches.

4 Police Gunned Down Outside Party In Venezuela

Amanda Schiavo | Friday, December 27, 2013 - 14:07

Four police officers were gunned down outside a party in Venezuela Thursday night.

iPhone 6 Feature Rumors Include Voiced Based Photo Tagging

Amanda Schiavo | Friday, December 27, 2013 - 12:00

Latest rumors surrounding the yet to be released iPhone 6 suggest the phone will be able to tag and find photos with the users voice.

Horoscope Predictions For 2014!

Amanda Schiavo | Friday, December 27, 2013 - 11:17

What will 2014 have in store for you? Find out what your horoscope predicts for 2014.

10 FARC Rebels Killed In Military Raid

Amanda Schiavo | Friday, December 27, 2013 - 10:22

At least 10 FARC rebels were killed in a raid by the Colombian Air Force.

School Of Piranha Attack Swimmers In Argentina

Amanda Schiavo | Thursday, December 26, 2013 - 16:49

70 people were injured on Wednesday when a school of carnivorous fish attacked swimmers in an Argentina river.

'Once Upon A Time' Season 3 Spoilers Announced

Amanda Schiavo | Thursday, December 26, 2013 - 15:12

The second half of "Once Upon A Time" season three will return in March with a new villain.

Miley Cyrus Video 'Adore You' Leaks one Day Early

Amanda Schiavo | Thursday, December 26, 2013 - 12:51

Miley Cyrus new video leaked one day sooner than planned. The singer croons "Adore You" as she simulates masturbation in the new video.

Is CIA Helping Colombia Kill FARC Leaders?

Amanda Schiavo | Thursday, December 26, 2013 - 10:06

The Washington Post has issued a report suggesting that the C.I.A is helping Colombia kill leaders of the rebel group FARC.

Cuban Woman Arrives In US To Save Sister's Life

Amanda Schiavo | Thursday, December 26, 2013 - 09:45

Alina Ortega Reyes arrived in Miami on Monday night after the U.S approved her visa so she could provide her sister, a leukemia patient with a bone marrow transplant.

Pope Francis Gives Immigrants Christmas Gifts

Amanda Schiavo | Monday, December 23, 2013 - 11:49

Pope Francis surprised 2,000 immigrants living in Rome with Christmas gifts that would allow them to connect with their families over the holiday.

Top Baby Names Of 2013 Announced!

Amanda Schiavo | Monday, December 23, 2013 - 10:37

Nameberry.com has announced the list of the top 100 baby names for 2013.

Referees At 2014 World Cup Will Use Vanishing Spray

Amanda Schiavo | Friday, December 20, 2013 - 17:19

FIFI has announced that referees at the 2014 World Cup will be using vanishing spray.

Argentine Singer, Nelly Omar Dead At 102

Amanda Schiavo | Friday, December 20, 2013 - 16:26

Argentine singer Nelly Omar has passed away at the age of 102. Her last live performance was in 2011 to celebrate her 100th birthday.

Heartbroken Mother Writes Letter To Missing Daughter

Mother Pleads For Missing Daughter To Return Home For Christmas

Amanda Schiavo | Friday, December 20, 2013 - 13:17

Zenya Hernandez posted an open letter online asking her missing daughter to return home for Christmas.

Over A Dozen Killed In Peruvian Bus Crash

Amanda Schiavo | Friday, December 20, 2013 - 12:28

Over a dozen people were killed in Peru when an overcrowded bus went off the road and crashed into a ravine.

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