Inside Japan’s Chicano Subculture
When I heard Chicano culture had spread to Japan, I wanted to see it for myself. Who knew the culture I grew up with had a home so far from California? I met with stars […]
Orlando Padilla’s Journey to Uniting Community and Cannabis Culture
NELA native Orlando Padilla stands at the crossroads of his past and present, where he founded The Chronic as a way to build a brand that truly represents the cannabis community. Drawing from his rich […]
Salma Hayek Adopts Sean Evans While Eating Spicy Wings | Hot Ones
Salma Hayek is an Academy Award-nominated actress and film producer who has been a leading box-office draw for decades—from Desperado to Frida, to The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard and many more. Her latest is the highly […]
Boyle Heights Revives the Zoot Suit Spirit with a Grand Heritage Week and 80th Anniversary Cruising Parade
Boyle Heights, a vibrant neighborhood in Los Angeles, is poised to rekindle the flamboyant spirit of the iconic zoot suit fashion by introducing a Zoot Suit Heritage Week. This initiative, in collaboration with the City […]
Two Entrepreneurs in Mexico Revolutionize the Fashion Industry with Vegan Leather Made from Cactus
In a groundbreaking development for the fashion industry, two visionary entrepreneurs from Mexico, Adrian Lopez Velarde and Marte Cazarez, have successfully pioneered a sustainable and cruelty-free alternative to traditional animal leather. Their innovation, known as […]
