Brenda Barrientos

If it were up to Myke Towers, he’d spend his summer like many of us: absorbing vitamin D on a sandy beach. But as much as the sunny outdoors might call to the 29-year-old Puerto Rican reggaetonero, he likely won’t stray too far away from his work this year. Less than four months after the release of his third studio album — La Vida Es Una — he’s ready to drop another one.

Raizado Festival is an invite-only event where gatherers, ranging from celebrities, philanthropists, and business owners, experience a series of panel discussions, fireside chats, film screenings, musical performances, an award show, and more, all by and for Latine leaders.

The SLS Baha Mar is everything I thought it would be: a party-festive scene hotel that still holds charm and elegance. From the hospitality and delicious eats to the nightlife and unexpected performances we witnessed, it was an unforgettable, sunny getaway.

He began the year celebrating the success of his debut-album DATA in no other than Puerto Rico’s el Choli with performances from other kids that grew up on reggaeton, is gearing up for his next body of work, and awaiting his win for Best Urbano Album at the 66th Grammys — and 2024 is just getting started.

Galentine’s Day is a time to appreciate girlfriends.So whether that’s a fun-filled day girling over brunch and mani-pedis or dinner before a pari, I’m excited to celebrate the beauty of my close friend community. And I do want to bring some gifts with me. Here are some gift ideas for your girlfriends this Galentine’s day.

Unlike some of her famed characters, who prefer to do life solo, Jenna Ortega loves being in community, and she is particularly glad to work with Latines in front and behind the screen.

Latinas have historically been underrepresented in Latin music as well as the music industry at large. But what would it look like if Latinas were not just on the periphery but firmly in the spotlight alongside their peers come awards night? It might look like this year’s Billboard Women in Music Award.

These are the seven Latine-led films and shows we’re adding to our must-watch queue on Max.

“I will always speak for my people,” Palestinian-Chilean artist Elyanna tells Refinery29 Somos. “That’s something that comes [naturally] to me every day of my life. It comes with a lot of challenges, but I will always continue to do that.”

There is nothing average about Laila! — at only 18, the singer, songwriter, rapper, and producer is working toward becoming one of Generation Z’s next influential artists.