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How Argentine Director Lucrecia Martel Pointed Her Camera at Colonialism
After a nine-year hiatus, the New Argentine Cinema pioneer is back on the scene with 'Zama.'
This Artist Turned the Scars of Abused Women into Haunting Sculptures
For his new series “Detrás de las paredes,” Argentinean artist Marcelo Toledo interviewed survivors of gender violence, transforming their wounds into works of art with a call to action.
Venezuelan-American Rapper Jack Russell's "Chamito Maraña" Is Pure Fire
"I want to separate the sound from my image," he tells us of his new, pixelated video.
This Neuroscientist Brings ‘Research to the Runway’ With STEM-Inspired Fashion
Yuly Fuentes-Medel hopes to communicate the value of science across disciplines, cultures, and peoples.
Cave Paintings Are Giving This Colombian Town Life After Cocaine
For more than three decades, ancient treasures remained hidden among the light green coca plants of Raudal.
Photos of Trans Women Depicted as Saints and Religious Icons
In the photographic series "Virgenes de la Puerta," Peruvian artist Juan Jose Barboza-Gubo pays homage to the strength and bravery of his country's transgender community.
These Mystery Food Pellets Are São Paulo’s Attempt to Combat Hunger
The program has drawn criticism from nutrition experts.
VICE Reporters Got Caught Up in Colombian Police Gunfire This Weekend
The government has apologized for the attack on international observers and journalists and put more than 100 National Police in the area on modified duty.
Hoop Earrings Are My Culture, Not Your Trend
Hoops are worn by minorities as symbols of resistance, and strength. Think twice before you put them on.
Plantains Are Cheap for Everyone But the People Who Pick Them
Despite their deliciousness and popularity throughout Latin cuisine, it's near-impossible to find organic or fair-trade plantains in stores, and the reasons why are sketchy at best.
What Mexico City Looked Like Right After the Massive Earthquake
The death toll from Tuesday's historic disaster is now well over 200 and keeps climbing. Here's a glimpse into the immediate aftermath.
Plantains, Sugar Cane Juice, and the Unifying Comfort of a Cuban Café
Las Olas is a humble Miami anomaly amidst the soaring multi-million dollar condos and upscale restaurants in the neighborhood.