Una historia (¿de amor?) en una caja negra
La más reciente película del realizador Kiki Álvarez nos muestra los primeros años del triunfo revolucionario cubano en enero de 1959, como analogía de una historia de amor. por Yoel Rodriguez Tejeda El ser humano guarda cierta debilidad ante las historias de amor, no importa cómo se narren o cómo se vivan. Esas historias quedan […]
Exploring Homecomings, Cookies, History, and Democratic Advocacy Abroad
This week’s edition covers stories from February 15th, 2024 to February 21st, 2024. Today’s issue is 750 words, a 6–minute read. Isabella talks NewPrensa updates, Girl Scout Cookie finder, Minnesota Daily’s piece on Black History Month, the Basilica Block Party, and Mexico Pink March for Democracy Buenos días mi gente! Isabella here, back from my South American adventure and feeling rejuvenated to be back […]
Love, Controversy, and Library Loons: This Week’s Newsletter Highlights!
This week’s edition covers stories from February 8th, 2024 to February 14th, 2024. Today’s issue is 900 words, a 7-minute read. Ebe talks Mayor Frey in “hot water”, Super bowl celebrities and fans hating on Tay Swift, and St. Paul Library card and the laser loon Hi hi, it’s Ebe! It’s the season of love and social media feeds and grocery stores are sprinkled with hearts, cupids, […]
Lamenting Losses, Grammys Glory, & Super Bowl Spectacle
This week’s edition covers stories from February 1st, 2024 to February 7th, 2024. Today’s issue is 738 words, a 5-minute read. Mateo talks Lutsen Lodge, The Grammy’s, and Super Bowl weekend Good afternoon, readers. Mateo here! Due to technical difficulties this issue is going out a little later than usual, thank you for your patience! I’m excited to discuss some of the things that are […]
Cultural Transformations, Music Revelations, and Advocating for Education
This week’s edition covers stories from January 25th, 2024 to January 31st, 2024. Today’s issue is 750 words, a 5-minute read. Isabella talks TCMG billboard, Minneapolis Black Cultural Center, MN Yacht Club Festival, and Teacher walkout Top of the morning readers, This is Isabella reporting from South America, providing you with the latest news from the Twin Cities. Although I’m not currently experiencing […]
Stanley Cups and Culinary Awards
This week’s edition covers stories from January 18th, 2024 to January 24th, 2024. Today’s issue is 727 words, a 5-minute read. Ebe talks the Stanley Cup trend and the 2024 James Beard Awards. Hi hi, it’s Ebe! Anyone else experiencing whiplash from the drastic weather changes? I don’t know about you guys, but I’ve just been wearing a spring jacket and alternating between chattering teeth […]
Green Initiatives, Crime Insights, and Political Shifts
This week’s edition covers stories from January 11th, 2024 to January 17th, 2024. Today’s issue is 780 words, a 5-minute read. Isabella talks NewPrensa’s commitment to environmental consciousness, MPD active staff decreases, Trump’s Iowa win and the future of D.E.I. Good morning readers, Isabella here. The last time I wrote to you, we were just starting the New Year. The lakes are finally freezing up, and […]
Local Chronicles: St. Paul’s Milestone, Labor Struggles, and City Dynamics
This week’s edition covers stories from January 4th, 2024 to January 10th, 2024. Today’s issue is 800 words, a 5-minute read. Mateo talks St. Paul’s All-Women Council, Workers Strikes Nationally, Fentanyl crisis and impact on Minneapolis Public Schools and the end of the Vikings Season Hey Folks, Mateo here. In this edition, we’re diving into St. Paul’s groundbreaking all-women city council, Downtown Minneapolis janitors advocating for […]
Saltburn (2023) Review: A Promising Start That Loses Its Way in a Sea of Depravity
You’ve probably heard the name Jacob Elordi more times than you’d like these past few weeks—and for good reason, too! Yes, I’m adding him to my collection of favorite cute celebrity white boys next to Austin Butler and Logan Lerman. No, I will not be taking any questions at this time. Jacob Elordi plays Felix […]
Year-End Harmonies: Unwrapping Spotify’s Musical Journey & Navigating Metro Transit’s New Code of Conduct
This week’s edition covers stories from November 23rd to November 29th, 2023. Today’s issue is 1400 words, a 9-minute read. Ebelin talks Spotify Wrapped and their marketing campaign, the new code of conduct for Metro Transit Lines and the myth about what the Twin Cities public transit system used to be. Hey readers, it’s Ebe. I hope you all had a wonderful and restful […]