Oscar Lopez

Oscar Lopez is a Brooklyn-based writer. Originally from Mexico, Oscar moved with his family to Australia in 2000. Graduating from the University of Melbourne in 2011 with a BA (Honors) Oscar was awarded the Keith Macartney Scholarship for the Arts, the Louise Homfrey Award and the Hannah Barry Memorial Award. As well as reporting for Latin Times, Oscar's writng has been featured in Newsweek, New York Magazine (nymag.com) and Musee Magazine.

Meet Emma Coronel: El Chapo's Beauty Queen Wife

Oscar Lopez | Tuesday, July 21, 2015 - 16:33

Emma Coronel is the young former beauty queen who married El Chapo Guzmán at just 18. Here are 4 things to know about her.

Who Was César Chávez? 6 Things To Know About Social Activist And Immigrant Union Laborer

Oscar Lopez | Monday, March 30, 2015 - 13:02

César Chávez was a Mexican-American who advocated for migrant workers rights. But there's much more to him than that. Find out here!

Brazilian Wandering Spiders Found On Banana

Brazilian Wandering Spider Found On Bananas in London: Top 5 Deadliest Spiders in Latin America

Oscar Lopez | Friday, March 13, 2015 - 11:55

Brazilian wandering spiders have been found by a British family while shopping in London. The family who found the creepy crawlies were forced to leave their home and stay in a hotel while the house was fumigated.

4 Famous Latinos You Didn't Know Were of Irish Descent

Oscar Lopez | Friday, March 6, 2015 - 13:20

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Here are four famous Latinos that you didn't know were of Irish descent.

7 Quotes To Inspire You In 2015

Oscar Lopez | Tuesday, December 30, 2014 - 14:06

To help you out with those New Year's resolutions and to keep you motivated and inspired for 2015, here are 7 Inspirational Quotes for the New Year.

Thanksgiving 2014: 5 Weirdest Thanksgiving Food Items

Oscar Lopez | Wednesday, November 5, 2014 - 10:47

Thanksgiving 2014: From turkey cupcakes to gravy donuts these five items are sure to at least provide a welcome break from tradition and perhaps even a tasty treat with your favorite thanksgiving flavors.

Latin Americans Most Concerned About Climate Change, New Studies Find

Oscar Lopez | Tuesday, August 5, 2014 - 16:29

Climate change is quickly becoming the most significant issue faced by our generation. With rising temperatures, the assault of hurricanes and incredible droughts, no one is more aware of the problem than Latin Americans.

VIDEO: Honduran News Captures Military Policeman Brutally Beating Transgender Woman

Oscar Lopez | Tuesday, August 5, 2014 - 15:29

A video of a Honduran transgender woman being beaten by a Military Policeman in San Pedro Sula has caused uproar and outrage in Honduras.

Watch Rand Paul (behind) run away from Dreamer

Immigration News: Watch Rand Paul Run Away From DREAMER Activists! [VIDEO]

Oscar Lopez | Tuesday, August 5, 2014 - 14:05

Republican Senator Rand Paul has faced undocumented migrants and run the other way!

Acapulco Shore: Eight Mexicans Show Us What #YOLO Means In Mexico

Oscar Lopez | Tuesday, August 5, 2014 - 13:19

Mexico has just started production of "Acapulco Shore," the new version of the popular MTV reality show.

Airports In Chiapas Prepare For Possible Ebola Outbreak

Oscar Lopez | Tuesday, August 5, 2014 - 12:45

The Ministry of Health of Chiapas reported that it will establish preventive measures at airports against the Ebola virus.

Is William Levy Inviting Us To His Bed? Actor Reappears With Sexy Selfies, Half Naked And Hungry!

Oscar Lopez | Tuesday, August 5, 2014 - 12:12

William Levy in bed and naked.

Is Ebola Deadliest Virus? Actually, Malaria And Dengue Have Killed More People

Oscar Lopez | Tuesday, August 5, 2014 - 11:13

While the current Ebola epidemic is the largest recorded, the number of patients is small compared with the dead from other diseases, such as malaria and dengue.

This Tiny Hamster In A Tiny Playground Is The Cutest Thing You’ll See Today!

Oscar Lopez | Monday, August 4, 2014 - 16:34

This little brown hamster is called Chicken.

Mestizo Mexicans Five Times More Likely To Develop Type 2 Diabetes

Oscar Lopez | Monday, August 4, 2014 - 16:22

An important genetic study of type 2 diabetes among the Mexican population identified a gene present in the country's mestizos and indigenous population.

Jennifer Lawrence, Sandra Bullock Are Highest Paid Actresses In Hollywood

Oscar Lopez | Monday, August 4, 2014 - 14:51

Oscar-winning actress Sandra Bullock is the highest paid actress in Hollywood, with estimated revenues of $51 million.

NSFW! Cristiano Ronaldo Looks Smoking Hot In His New Underwear Campaign

Oscar Lopez | Monday, August 4, 2014 - 12:55

Cristiano Ronaldo has unveiled the second collection of his CR7 by Cristiano Ronaldo underwear in spectacular style.

10 Obama Quotes On Immigration Reform To Celebrate His Birthday

Oscar Lopez | Monday, August 4, 2014 - 12:29

Today President Obama is celebrating his 53rd birthday: here is a chance to look back on some of his most inspirational quotes on immigration reform.

Megan Fox Responds To 'Ninja Turtles' Criticism: ‘They Can F*ck Off!’

Oscar Lopez | Monday, August 4, 2014 - 11:12

Megan Fox says it doesn't matter if the critics like "TMNT" because the important thing is that the film will be successful at the box office.

STUDY: Child Sex Abuse In Mexico Has Increased This Year

Oscar Lopez | Monday, August 4, 2014 - 10:40

In the first quarter of 2014 allegations of sexual abuse against minors in Mexico increased compared to 2013,

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