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Tejano Music Pioneer Johnny Canales Passes Away at 77 – His Impact on Latino Music Will Never Be Forgotten

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – The Tejano music community is mourning the loss of a beloved icon, Johnny Canales, who passed away at the age of 77. Canales, known for his infectious charisma and dedication to promoting Latino music and culture, leaves behind a legacy that touched the lives of many. Canales rose to fame with the debut of “The Johnny Canales Show” in 1983, later renamed “El Show de Johnny and Nora Canales.” The show, …

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UCLA Names Julio Frenk as First Latino Chancellor in Historic Decision

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Los Angeles, California – University of Miami President Julio Frenk, a distinguished global health expert originally from Mexico, has been selected to serve as the next chancellor of UCLA. In this historic decision, Frenk becomes the first Latino to lead the nation’s preeminent public research university. The University of California regents unanimously approved his appointment on Wednesday, amidst a backdrop of challenging protests on the UCLA campus. Frenk, 70, brings a wealth of experience in …

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