This past Monday, February 6, both Syria and Turkey were devastated by two 7.0 magnitude earthquakes. As an estimated 20,000 people have been killed, the earthquakes are the deadliest the region has experienced since 1939, along with over 100 aftershocks.The natural disaster coincides with Syria's ongoing civil war, further affecting those displaced by the strife. Years of war have resulted in fragile infrastructure in the region, making it all the more susceptible to destruction. Considering th...

Bad Bunny, Christina Aguilera and Jeremy Pope will be receiving recognition at the 2023 GLAAD Media Awards for their support to the LGTBQ community.GLAAD President & CEO Sarah Kate Ellis shared some words on why each artist is being honored."Bad Bunny uses his role as one of the world’s most popular music artists to boldly shine a light on LGBTQ people and issues, including transgender equality and ending violence against trans women of color," she said. "By consistently advocating for our...

Celia Cruz's legacy continues to live on. The late Cuban singer is making history nearly 20 years after her death for being the first-ever Afro-Latina set to appear on U.S. currency.Cruz will be appearing on the U.S. quarter as part of a four-year program titled the American Women Quarters Program , which celebrates positive contributions and accomplishments made by women in the United States.The Queen of Salsa, who died in July 2003, is one of five women being honored in the 2024 American Women...

Although it's the shortest month of the year, February is looking to be one of the most impactful as it delivers a full snow moon in Leo. Thanks to The Old Farmer's Almanac, this month's full moon owes its name to the weather, of course, as this is typically the time of year that brings the most snowfall -- and the wind chill outside does not lie.Lighting up the night sky on Sunday, February 5, la luna sits in arguably the most confident sign in the zodiac. Represented by the lion, the full snow...