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Florida entered into eternal rest April 29
Luz will be lovingly remembered by her daughter
The family will receive relatives & friends 5:00-8:00 pm Thursday
2025 at Tillman Funeral Home & Crematory
where a funeral service will be held at 6:30 pm
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entró en el descanso eterno el 29 de abril de 2025
Luz será recordada con amor por su hija
La familia recibirá a familiares y amigos el jueves 1 de mayo de 2025
donde se llevará a cabo un servicio fúnebre a las 6:30 p.m.
oficiado por el Reverendo Mario Castañeda
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The Cook County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing Arlington Heights-area teen
was last seen leaving her home Monday morning on the 4100 block of Jennifer Lane
She stands about 5’2” tall and weighs 138 pounds
She also has a tattoo of a heart on the back of her left hand and the words “Familia Martinez Rodriguez” tattooed on her left forearm
Anyone with information about her location is asked to call sheriff’s detectives at (708) 865-4896
or the sheriff’s nonemergency number at (847) 635-1188
Luz Maria Lomeli passed away peacefully in her home on February 27
Her last moments were spent surrounded by love and family
She maintained her strong faith in God throughout her life and to the very end
she knew that she would be going home to heaven
always sporting the biggest smile in the room
something that everyone she interacted with remembers her by.
to Benjamin and Margarita Morales who have both preceded her in death
The family immigrated to the United States when she was 14
She graduated from Hereford High School in 1986
then went on to graduate in 1994 with her Bachelors in Interdisciplinary Studies with a minor in Bilingual Education from the University of Texas at El Paso
Upon graduation she began her teaching career at Crosby Elementary where she taught for many years until the school closed
then she went on to work at Coach Archie Duran Elementary until her passing
Lucy was a teacher for 31 years and touched many lives
She is very loved by all her students and fellow teachers
she could never leave a building without seeing someone she knew
Running into previous students would always bring a smile to her face and loved hearing of their endeavors
Everyone remembers her by her beautiful smile and laugh that can fill a whole room.
Lucy is survived by her ex-husband Julio Arturo Lomeli and their three children; Alyssa Raquel Lomeli
She was a great example to many for her dedication
She will be greatly missed by all of her loved ones.
2025 from 2:00 - 6:00 PM with Prayer Service at 4:00 PM at Sunset Funeral Homes- Northeast
Flora Lau’s labyrinthine second feature LUZ takes place in a near future
in which the virtual reality game LUZ attracts players from all over the globe.
Luz’s participants refer to “playing,” as in
“I’m going over to my friend’s house to play.” As in “playing with friends.” As in being with other people
limited amount of community in the game world
in such places as a virtual bar where players gather
but to show off their weapons and fashion—one might consider the former as accessories to the latter—some of the most notable choices to be made as one constructs an online identity
You can also choose your world from a menu of alternatives
None of these environments are entirely fantastic or enhanced—except that they seem much emptier than reality
just a handful of other players briefly passing through
at least one goal: to locate a translucent deer that wanders all the worlds
The buck is a mysterious figure of great beauty and grace
Strange then that most players pursue it with weapons in hand as if they aim to kill it
Is it an innate human impulse or a requirement of the game
And what would happen if the buck were caught and turned into a trophy
seeking to reconnect with his long-estranged daughter Fa
a young art gallery employee adrift in disenchantment
Though Wei and Ren’s real lives touch in other ways they don’t suspect (they’re both residents of Chongquing)
they meet by chance in a fantasy forest in Luz
an encounter that initiates a more and less tangible partnership in their respective quests
Whatever fulfillment Wei and Ren can hope for
the only one that might win Fa and Sabine’s trust and love
making both pairs whole. In this sense
LUZ is a film about contemporary isolation
alienating landscapes of the media-saturated
post-industrial metropolis (represented here by Chongquing and Paris—the latter seeming quaint by comparison)
but also in the virtual worlds of social media and the film’s imagined tech environment
which promise community but can’t escape the chilling qualities of allowing participants to fulfill personal fantasies in a communal space without boundaries or responsibility
You join the quest for the buck as the “you” you want to be
but your fellow hunters only ever seem to appear at the edges of your vision
armed apparitions with unknowable intentions
you’re divided: your body is in a room somewhere while your eyes and mind are in fantasy
insensitive as much to the pleasures as to the pain of real life
This is to say that Luz is also a film about spaces
What good are the wonders of the real or the virtual if they aren’t shared
Lau’s film seems not to prefer one over the other
focusing instead on the concept of shared experience
lurid night world where Wei works is far more enticing to the eye than the virtual forest or even a real
“It’s beautiful,” what she seems to be referring to is a smog-obscured downtown
observed across the tracks of a noisy monorail just outside the window
is developed and expressed communally in all our unbeautiful worlds.
and what is said is maybe sometimes overly obvious
and what is unsaid might be better presented in subtle dialogue by its entirely capable performers
Some of the film’s most challenging moments for the performers
how should one also perform that kind of absence
and isolation while still providing the emotional content we expect
Maybe the image itself is the answer—a body insensitive to its immediate environment
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Puerto Rico to the late Ramon Rodriguez and Andrea (Nieves) Roman
Hilda worked as a Deli Manager and Sales Associate at K-Mart in Franklin Park
in addition to being a seamstress for many years in the Chicagoland area
she may say that her favorite job was pumping gas in Humboldt Park
She is survived by children: Daisy (James) Farley of Des Plaines
She was preceded in death by her son-in-law
A visitation will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church
with a funeral service beginning at 12:00 p.m
Sincere condolences to Lillian and the entire family
May your hearts be filled with loving memories of Ms
Trust God to grant you the comfort and peace that you need
Deepest sympathies from your neighbors next door
Every time I got to see your Mom she had that glorious smile on her face and a glint in her eye that suggested she might be planning something fun
Prayers for your family for your comfort at this difficult time
at Bridgeport Hospital while surrounded by her loving family
She was the beloved wife of the late Francisco Toledo
Puerto Rico to Nabor Hernandez and Ramona Rodriguez Hernandez
Luz’s incredible journey began in Puerto Rico before her family moved to Manhattan
She spent much of her young adult life in the vibrant city
they started their family and eventually settled in Milford
Luz’s professional journey was one of determination and achievement
She dedicated over 30 years to Remington Shavers
working her way up from blueprints to becoming a lead designer and eventually a supervisor
she returned to school to earn her medical assistant certificate
She went on to proudly serve as part of the Smilow Cancer Center team until her retirement just a few years ago
she treated every family member as the apple of her eye
Known affectionately as "Grandma" or "Nana," she never missed a sports game
or milestone event for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren
Her home was a sanctuary for family gatherings
A devoted parishioner of Saint Mary Church since 1979
She greeted fellow churchgoers with a warm smile
and resilience will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew her
Luz is survived by her three beloved children: Connie Finn
Francisco “Frank” Toledo and his wife Marie Toledo
Six grandchildren: Alisha (and her husband Tom)
Luz is predeceased by her brother Luis Valentine and son-in-law Richard “Rick” Finn
Family and friends are invited to gather on Tuesday
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday
Interment will follow at Saint Mary Cemetery on Buckingham Ave
memorial contributions may be made to Smilow Cancer Center in Luz’s name online at: https://www.yalecancercenter.org/gifts/
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that highlights students from around the world who enrich the VCU community
Luz Rodriguez is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice in the L
Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs
The Dominican Republic is the eastern side of the Caribbean island of Hispaniola
and it’s considered the birthplace of the Americas – it’s the first place Christopher Columbus landed in the New World
with historical sites like the first Catholic cathedral
and always open to help others – and to welcome them
showing our happiness and love for art and incredible connection with the world
and other factors like my family’s support
more than six years ago – and realize how much more Dominican I am
I also learned that America is a place that I can call home
I knew it was the university I wanted to be part of because of the diversity around the campus and the high standard of education
it’s having the opportunity to meet people from all over the world and learn new things from their cultures and beliefs
I’ve “traveled” to different cultures without going outside the U.S
I was not expecting that by living and studying in the U.S.
I would feel the love I have for my country and the pride I have to be a Dominican girl
as I can do here every time I have the opportunity to represent my flag
Another thing I was not expecting was feeling part of the community here
Being a college senior just one semester from graduation is something I am proud of
I can say that all I did – and am doing – matters
and nothing is impossible if you work for it
make phone calls to my loved ones back in DR
and spend time being myself to organize my ideas
I hope to find a job where I can keep learning while sharing my knowledge with others
I have a personal goal of traveling around the world
Most beginnings could feel or look like nothing makes logical sense
but once you find the way and see yourself close to the end
do not forget to enjoy your way along the university ride
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(VVNG.com) — The High Desert will be treated to an evening of science
and stargazing as the High Desert Astronomical Society (HiDAS) presents Black Hole Day at the Luz Observatory on Thursday
family-friendly event invites guests of all ages to explore the wonders of the cosmos with interactive activities
One of the evening’s highlights includes a special guest presentation by Dr
who will share insights into the fascinating world of black holes and discuss cutting-edge research in the field
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Telescope viewing stations will be set up by HiDAS members in partnership with the Riverside Astronomical Society’s Outreach Team
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The event will be held at the Luz Observatory
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“Nena” as she was known by family and “Lucy” as she was known by friends was born August 1958
Though her roots were in Colombia she was proud to spend her adult life as a resident of New Orleans.
Luz’s heart was forever tied to the kitchen
where she poured love into every dish she made
Luz’s career was in culinary and always loved being surrounded by food
Food was in her soul and she loved every moment of it
making traditional Colombian meals for her large family or simply indulging herself
Food was life for her and her kitchen was a place of warmth and connection
We always joked that God would one day have the chance to savor her cooking—and now
Luz was a woman whose kindness and infectious joy touched everyone who crossed her path
She had a radiant smile and a laugh that could light up even the darkest days
The holidays were her favorite time of year
the magic of Christmas and to the glittering celebrations of Mardi Gras and Easter
Luz’s decorations were a labor of love
crafted to bring happiness to those around her
Generosity was at the heart of who Luz was
She was deeply committed to giving back to her community
Some of her charitable contributions included sending shipments filled with clothing and essentials to support the less fortunate
Luz’s spirit of giving was a testament to her loving nature and her belief in lifting others up
She is survived by her adored daughter Maria Antonieta
Luz also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews
She is now reunited in Heaven with her dear brother Oscar
a reunion that brings solace to those she leaves behind
and loved ones are invited to gather and celebrate Luz’s extraordinary life on Wednesday
We will honor a remarkable woman who gave so much of herself to those she loved
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Mike Miles giving a storm damage assessment update during a press conference in this Friday
2024 file photo at Pugh Elementary School in Houston
The Houston ISD seal is seen before Superintendent Mike Miles speaks before the district’s first public budget workshop for the 2024-2025 school year at the Hattie Mae White Educational Support Center
in Houston.Jason Fochtman/Staff photographerA top Houston ISD cabinet member left her role Wednesday
according to an email from the district's chief of schools
who oversaw the supervisors of 85 schools in the district's central geographic division
will be replaced by Senior Executive Director of Support Daniel Soliz
It is unclear where Martinez will be going. She was among the district's top-earners with a salary of $227,250, according to district records.
Most recently, parents at Central Division's Wharton Dual Language Academy spoke in defense of a teacher put on administrative leave
Some parents called for the resignation of the school's principal due to what they described as a toxic culture
A group of parents planned to protest Wednesday morning and afternoon
now interim chief Soliz served as director of student services and future readiness at Allen Independent School District
Soliz earned $190,000 in his senior executive director role
Luz Martinez's leadership as Central Division Chief and her steadfast commitment to HISD students for the last 20 months," Massey wrote of the 32-year educator
Nusaiba MizanEducation ReporterNusaiba Mizan is an education reporter at the Houston Chronicle. You can reach her at nusaiba.mizan@houstonchronicle.com
With the release of News of the Universe in 2024
and songwriter Shana Cleveland led her band
to deeper levels of previously staked-out musical terrain
twanged-out Seattle quartet with ‘60s girl-group leanings has evolved into a deeper exploration of that decade’s sounds
Although it may be a bit of a stretch to say La Luz’s recent full-length and their self-titled 2021 predecessor differ musically
News of the Universe manages to incorporate some novel elements
noticeably in bits like the electronic arpeggiation undergirding “Strange World.” Truth be told
the ’60s influences seeping from the layers of tones and arrangements that peacock throughout the record are too numerous to catalog in anything less than the pages afforded to someone writing a grad school paper.
La Luz dares the listener to try and decode the fast-paced
genre-blending roots that emerge as a byproduct of being well-schooled in rock’s past
the results are often unexpected and pleasant
only to give way to reserved harmonies and—I’ll say it—a trippy
yet tentative wandering that meanders to places I wouldn’t have predicted
The band’s vocals have come to the foreground and
overtake the guitar-playing in terms of maybe what best defines La Luz now
Opener Color Green is equally indebted to psychedelia
following it further into the decades beyond its heyday
these fellow Angelenos present songs that are more of a group effort (as opposed to the work of a singular visionary)
with a collection of voices working in tandem throughout Fool’s Parade (2024)
I won’t say the band’s breaking new ground as much as it’s just doing its thing—which happens to be a thing that’s been done many times
But you can’t blame it for making more rock music when that’s clearly not the road to fame or fortune in 2025
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C’ville supergroup Afro Asia performs Thai tunes blended with funk
producer-duo Thievery Corporation (Rob Garza and Eric Hilton) have increasingly incorporated pan-global sounds into their electronic-based sets over the past 25 years
their stage performances have garnered massive praise for shows imbued with eccentric yet complementary stylings
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Thousands filled the Conference Center to capacity on Friday
for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ annual celebration of Latin American culture
“Luz de las Naciones” (Light of the Nations)
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The 90-minute multilingual fiesta featured songs and dances from countries throughout Latin America
“I think it’s a wonderful opportunity for all of us that are not living in our countries to get together
for people outside our countries to have a flavor of what it is like to live in Latin America,” said Andrea Muñoz Spannaus
Second Counselor in the Young Women General Presidency
Todd Christofferson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles participated in the celebration
having had that blessing of getting to know how to be a part of it ever since I was 19 years old," he said
"All of these cultures in the end carry us toward Christ
About 1,000 volunteers brought the performance to life
Brianna Flores Villaalta has been involved with the event for the past 13 years
the event focuses on gratitude with the theme “Un Corazón Agradecido” (A Thankful Heart)
gratitude is everything,” Sister Spannaus said
assistant director of “Luz de las Naciones,” says what makes this production unique is the strong connection between the cast and the audience
“We are united in culture and through music
“Inspirational music has boundless power to unite us as our Heavenly Father’s children
It inspires us to love one another,” added Elder Jason C
Watch the live broadcast in Spanish on Saturday
English and Portuguese versions with subtitles will also be available
The live event will be recorded for on-demand viewing on broadcasts.ChurchofJesusChrist.org, the Gospel Stream app and YouTube
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an annual showcase of Latino cultures from across the world hosted by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Mountain Standard Time in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City
Reserve tickets to the event beginning on Tuesday, October 8
Watch the live broadcast in Spanish on Saturday, November 9, at 8 p.m. MST on the Luz de las Naciones website
‘Un corazón agradecido’ (A Thankful Heart)
really captures the essence of what we aim to convey — gratitude as a cornerstone of our lives and communities
but we’re also reaffirming our commitment to unity
faith and cultural pride within the Latino community and beyond,” said Israel González-Nieri
this event features a cast of 1,000 volunteer musical artists wearing traditional clothing and performing music and dances that showcase both traditional and contemporary music from countries like Argentina
“This year’s event is set to be particularly memorable as we express our thankfulness and honor the traditions and people that have made Luz de las Naciones such a cherished event over the years,” he said
“Each performance will highlight the incredible diversity and richness of Latino heritage
offering a heartfelt expression of gratitude through song
It’s going to be a truly special experience for everyone involved,” González-Nieri said
During a tumultuous time in American media and advertising
the team will provide in-depth reporting on the business and cultural challenges plaguing the industry
Campaign US has announced its all-new editorial team
New Campaign US editor Luz Corona joins from Adweek after an impactful four-year tenure at the advertising publication.
While at Adweek, Corona led Voice
the thought leadership and contributed content section that tackled trending moments and business challenges impacting the ad industry
She also co-hosted the now sunsetted flagship podcast, Yeah
That’s Probably An Ad, and was a core member of the publication’s editorial leadership team
she worked on the ad agency side in digital media buy and content production at major holding companies including Omnicom
“After having a front-row seat to the developments and business challenges affecting the ad industry for the past 10 years on both ad agency and publisher side
I am excited to lead this exceptional team at Campaign US,” said Corona.
“We bring forth different areas of expertise
interests and lived experiences that will reflect the world we face today
There is a natural curiosity in all of us to report on the different sectors that impact the industry.”
Corona is joined by former Adweek colleague Leslie Blount as senior reporter on the team
Blount began her Adweek career in events and marketing before transitioning to the editorial team as a freelance reporter
Blount interviewed and wrote regularly trending stories on major brands and entrepreneurial ventures of high-profile celebrities Carmelo Anthony and Megan Thee Stallion
Cecilia Garzella joins as the team’s data journalist
Garzella comes from USA Today and will produce regular commentary and data interpretation in stories for Campaign’s global audience
analysis and data content service for premium subscribers
Rounding out the team are reporters Julia Walker and Emma Thumann
who will cover areas of focus including the creator economy
The team overall will report on the major business and cultural challenges that directly impact American advertising
“Luz has assembled a remarkable team of talented journalists in super-quick time and I am genuinely excited to see what they are about to create in establishing Campaign on the same level in the U.S
Asia and the rest of the world,” said Steve Barrett
Campaign already has a significant presence in the U.K.
and operates via partnerships in the Middle East
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One of the most exciting things about the Sundance Film Festival is having a front-row seat for the bright future of independent filmmaking
While we can learn a lot about the filmmakers from the 2025 Sundance Film Festival through the art that these storytellers share with us
there’s always more we can learn about them as people
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they resonate differently with me each time
revealing meanings I hadn’t noticed before,” says Lau
“Film is my chosen medium for expressing my search for meaning
with the hope of inspiring others to create their own stories rather than live in someone else’s
two parallel stories unfold across different continents until a video game featuring an elusive mystical deer hunt brings them together
and technology as she explores the complexities of parent-child relationships and the blurred lines between the digital and physical world
Lau discusses shaping the virtual world within LUZ
filming while attempting to dodge waves in the Atlantic Ocean
and learning a lesson about method acting from a 5-year-old cast member
What was the biggest inspiration behind LUZ
An image of a father entering a virtual reality world for the first time in search of his long-lost daughter airmailed from space into my mind one day
It became the inspiration and the beginning of everything about LUZ
This image entails so much — generation gap
It was the first building block of the script and the core element of the entire film
I hope to inspire people to search for their own inner paradise
or refuge and enjoy the process of doing so
The characters in LUZ come from diverse age groups
designed to resonate with a wide range of audiences
I hope viewers will revisit LUZ at different stages of their lives
uncovering new layers of meaning embedded in the film
Tell us an anecdote about casting or working with your actors
I was very blessed to work with such incredible actors in this film
from Isabelle Huppert and the main cast — who earned their remarkable reputations for a reason — to the youngest actress
our young actress had to portray being beaten by her drunken mother
I instructed the crew to be extra sensitive before rehearsing and to be ready to roll at any moment
she cried out that her mother was beating her because she had failed her exam
“She’s acting the scene!” It turned out she was indeed method-acting without anyone needing to explain it to her
and she had us all completely fooled and wowed
LUZ was shot in three drastically different cities with casts and crew from France
Adapting to local cultures was both fun and fascinating
from 48 hours straight of shooting in China to sit-down lunch breaks over bottles of wine in Paris
One of my fondest memories from the two locations both involved swimming
actors had to swim in the vast Yangtze River on a scorching hot day
which made setting up complicated camera movements on the rocky riverbed a daunting task — with also a team of divers ready under the water in case of surprise currents
I put on my headphones and was so mesmerized by the crisp sound of water; every splash from the actors’ strokes was beautifully recorded
who pointed to a crowd of over 100 middle-aged male swimmers on the riverbank
we couldn’t get them to understand what was live recording and stop coughing
One swimmer came forward and suggested we buy them cigarettes
claiming it to be the solution to the coughs
after the production team gave out cartons of cigarettes
two actresses had to act in the icy cold sea
With only two sets of costumes and one chance to reset hair and makeup
we had to capture the whole scene in just two takes
I narrowly avoided being washed away by a big wave while filming underwater
I was handed a plate of fresh oysters and almost rushed to the producer to cancel such a gourmet order
I noticed our grip technician — who had a truck full of crazy gear — was happily shucking oysters and suddenly dived back into the water and swam across the sea
What was a big challenge you faced while making LUZ
The biggest challenge was defining the virtual reality world of LUZ: its visual style
each character’s purpose and behavior within it
we collaborated with various writers and advanced game companies to create a visually stunning and conceptually engaging virtual reality world filled with “wow” factors
overshadowing the core story and its meanings
and plot that aligned with the main narrative
I struggled to fully grasp what the virtual reality world meant to the characters
I was haunted by the questions: What does it mean to me as a filmmaker
On the first day of shooting of the virtual reality world
the actors donned their game costumes while the crew set up shots
The stress of having my own questions unanswered was real
along with the protagonists and a group of extras
running through the forest in pursuit of an invisible deer
it suddenly struck me: LUZ is about the thrill of the journey itself
and realize that the end goal wasn’t what they were told or initially imagined
everything clicked — for me as a filmmaker
We can’t reject technology or the virtual realms in our daily lives — how we communicate with others
using a virtual reality game and live broadcast as examples to show how human connections are sustained in the modern era
With lifestyle technologies growing at such a rapid pace in the past decade
it is only getting more difficult to differentiate what is real or is actually meaningful to us
This story is a reminder that technology itself
is merely a tool or an extended space; whether we gain positive or negative experiences from it depends on our own intentions and awareness
LUZ fosters discussions on the importance of establishing a foundation for clarity and core values
Tell us why and how you got into filmmaking
I love to torture myself to dig deep within and to make things that mean something — and get a smile
I might be an architect if I weren’t a filmmaker
What is something that all filmmakers should keep in mind to become better cinematic storytellers
What was the last thing you saw that you wish you made
Drive My Car — and Chinese fried turnip cakes
Which of your personal characteristics contributes most to your success as a storyteller
The 46th annual News & Documentary Emmys are just around the corner
Sundance Institute–supported projects have gained impressive recognition
The 85th annual Peabody Awards were a special moment for Sundance Institute–supported films
with six powerful documentaries earning the prestigious award
Paul Reubens appears in “Pee-wee as Himself,” an official selection of the 2025 Sundance Film Festival
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This year’s “Luz de las Naciones” (Light of the Nations) event is scheduled to take place in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Friday
The annual celebration of Latin American culture hosted by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is now in its 22nd year
This year’s theme is “A thankful heart,” explained the announcement on ChurchofJesusChrist.org
The event features a cast of 1,000 volunteer musical artists wearing traditional clothing and performing music and dances that showcase both traditional and contemporary music from countries like Argentina
“This year’s event is set to be particularly memorable as we express our thankfulness and honor the traditions and people that have made ‘Luz de las Naciones’ such a cherished event over the years,” said Israel González-Nieri
González-Nieri said each performance will highlight the diversity and richness of Latino heritage and express gratitude through song
“It’s going to be a truly special experience for everyone involved,” he added
Admission is free, but seating is limited. Reserve tickets to the event beginning on Tuesday, Oct. 8, for live performances on Nov. 8 and 9, using this link to the Church’s events page. More information is also available at www.luzdelasnaciones.org
Watch the live broadcast in Spanish on Saturday, Nov. 9, at 8 p.m. MST on the Luz de las Naciones website
A long weekend lunch in the countryside is a hallowed tradition for residents of Oaxaca City
Located in the village of San Andrés Huayapam about 20 minutes east of the city
this charming indoor-outdoor restaurant with views of Oaxacan foothills started life in 2012 as a traditional comedor famed for its hearty breakfasts
“Now we are a village restaurant 2.0,” Nieto says with a laugh.
A good place to start your long boozy lunch is at the bar where Nieto practices his inventive mixology
A cocktail called Huayapan involves burnt pineapple
and whiskey from the cult local brand Maiz Nation; another concoction blends cranberry
and the excellent mezcal produced by the owners
filled with a pesto of wild foraged greens called quelites—move to the dining room proper
charming with its straw baskets hanging above wooden tables and colorful displays of work by Oaxacan artists.
The self-taught Dona Micaela is a talented cook who likes a little adventure
She might purée maiz criollo (heirloom corn) into a creamy bright-yellow hummus
or serve meaty smoked eggplant with a dusky mole of chile chilhuacle and a plantain emulsion spiked with mezcal.
Her best dishes often take anthropological turns and feature Oaxaca’s edible insects
Brace yourself for a taco of avocado and deep-fried caterpillars called pochocuiles
or a pork shank braised in a rich spicy sauce that gets its special funky umami from winged ants called hormigas
Desserts like panna cotta of tart Mixtec plums bring you back to the comfort zone
This frothy pre-Hispanic drink blending corn
and other ingredients is a specialty of this particular town
Chef Lisa Nelson serves up sensational doubles
Dine on funerary beans alongside off-duty lucha libre wrestlers
Step past a rainbow of Oaxacan nightshades for a menu of regional moles worthy of weddings and funerals
the ‘godfather of modern Slovenian cuisine’ still presides over this institution
this restaurant takes diners on a gastronomic journey through West Africa
Two James Beard Award-winning chefs are putting their own spin on Filipino favorites in a food market stall
No. 6 returns to the Hudson backfield on Friday after lining up at tight end and quarterback the previous two weeks
All while its owner spends much of his time in bed with his painful right leg elevated
15 yards: Logan Luz’s senior season started and ended with that first-down run against Dover-Sherborn on Sept
But his fellow Hudson High captains are keeping him – and his jersey – close to their hearts for the remainder of the fall
Following quarterback Jake Attaway’s lead two weeks ago, a different member of the team will wear Luz’s No. 6 on the field for the remainder of the season. Tight end Owen Nanartowich, who normally wears No. 5, had the honor last Saturday night
Will Luz make an in-person appearance on Friday when the undefeated Hawks host Oakmont
“It depends on the pain,” Luz said Tuesday afternoon
lying in bed wearing a red Hudson football hoodie and surrounded by seven of his well-wishing teammates in his second-floor bedroom
which will be the team’s number of victories if the Hawks win this weekend
“I told him last week after the win (over Maynard/AMSA
the rest of the ride is for him and he already knew that
“I know Logan would die to be on the field right now.”
“It feels good because I’ve been playing with these kids since second and third grade
It’s nice to see how we did form a family,” he said
who missed Hudson’s first two games because of an ankle injury
lined up for his first game action in the second half against D-S
found a hole along the right side and was taken down by two Raider defenders
He sensed a major injury seconds after it happened
I looked at Garrett and his mouth was wide open,” Luz said
“I went to the sideline and laid down and I knew I tore something.”
five days after making a game-day visit with Giorgio to Endicott College
where Logan’s brother Caleb is sophomore defensive lineman
Logan wore a heavy brace on his leg that day
ACL repairs consist of using a graft of replacement tissue from any number of sources: the other knee
But doctors used part of his quadriceps muscle
“I can’t even lift my leg if I wanted to,” he said
Luz ices his knee for an hour three to four times a day and already had a physical therapy session scheduled
“They want me up and running in three months,” said Luz
who participated in track and field last spring
he may opt for the post-graduate route “so I can actually have a senior year.”
6 was passed down to Luz from Quinn O’Brien
Hudson’s starting running back in 2021 when Luz was a freshman
“He was a hard hitter and he was small (5-7) too.”
O’Brien’s final season with the Hawks represented the beginning of a turnaround for the program
from 3-7 in 2019 to 8-3 and a playoff win at Austin Prep two years later
Luz had his eyes on O’Brien’s number for the future
I asked him for it – and he said he would think about it,” Luz said
so he said that was the main reason he gave me it
Captain Savion Newton-Clark is next after Giorgio
“It’s really cool because Logan didn’t get a year with us and I saw how hard he worked in the offseason,” Nanartowich said
“It’s an honor to put that on because I know if he was out there
The tributes aren’t limited to jersey sharing
6” on their back pads and a #forluzzy hashtag has been introduced
“I think wearing his jersey is a powerful gesture to show that he’s still having a positive impact on our team this season,” said Hudson head coach Zac Attaway
“It demonstrates the unity and support that this team has.”
The Luz home is less than a mile from Hudson High
Luz’s teammates gave him – and his mother – a hug as they filed out to their cars
“It sucks that I can’t play one last year with them
but they’re doing stuff for me at this point,” Luz said minutes earlier
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Luz Alarcon entered into the hands of her Lord on Tuesday
Visitation will be from 4:00 - 8:00pm with a Vigil/Rosary to begin at 6:00pm on Monday
Committal Service to follow at 10:30pm on Tuesday
the world was blessed with Luz Elizabeth Pena
Luz was the second child after her brother
Luz's bright light moved on from this world
leaving behind an ocean of love and memories
Luz embarked on a journey to Puerto-Prince
Luz's journey eventually led her to Baltimore
Luz found a loving partner in Jose Garcia Lopez
spending the rest of her years together until Luz reunited with her mother
always standing firm for what she believed in and sharing her opinions freely
always ready with a kind word or a listening ear
Luz's love for life was evident in her spur-of-the-moment road trips
for the delicious pupusas on Washington St
Her dedication to her family was unwavering-working two jobs to ensure they had everything they needed
Her role as a grandmother brought her unparalleled joy
They were her source of happiness and pride
and Luz ensured they were surrounded by love and provided for in every way
An astute shopper with a keen eye for sales
always returning to her family with a loving smile
While her radiant presence and beautiful smile are deeply missed
dancing with her beloved mother and watching over us
Her memory will live on in the hearts of those she touched
and generosity will continue to inspire us
A funeral service will be held on Saturday
with a reception following the service until 2:00 p.m
The ‘next Cannes’ was buzzing with excitement and seemingly overcrowded all at once
From ‘hype’ book launches to Campaign’s Inspiring Women event
this week proved that the industry trailblazers are here to empower the next generation
We Are Rosie is here to turn the traditional 9-to-5 in-office work model on its head … for the better
Campaign sits down for a BTS look at Panera’s first campaign since the fast-casual dining brand selected 72andSunny as its agency of record
Campaign sits with The 4As’ EVP of government relations and sustainability
to discuss how the ad industry can navigate these uncertain times
The Campaign team visited the NY headquarters of the UK-based agency to celebrate its 2025 win for 'Agency of the Year.'
The SVP of marketing shares a BTS look at the (hilarious) Liquid Death creative team and the recent partnership with Madison Square Garden taking the brand to the next level
Global chief creative officer John Schoolcraft is pleased that nobody noticed he concluded his time with the oat milk brand 9 months ago
The global head of creative and content shares a look under the hood on creating meaningful stories for business leaders in the US
mother and aunt; and will be greatly missed
Maria is preceded in death by her parents; Julia Corral De Olivas and Jose De La Luz Olivas; her loving husband; Hipolito Almeida and sister; Maria Micaela Olmos
She is survived by her dearest daughter; Monica Almeida; her sister; Maria Agueda Olivas; as well as several nieces and nephews
She is also survived by many extended family and friends to cherish and honor her memory
Peter and Paul Catholic Church where she spent countless hours serving God and her community
Pequeña Comunidades de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe was most special to her
Maria had a true love for cooking and feeding people
Whether it was for the annual Saints Peter and Paul Kermes or making dozens of gorditas and empanadas for her family and friends
she loved and nurtured us through her food
A Visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm with a Rosary at 11:00 am on Friday
TX 79907 A Funeral Mass will be held at 12:30 pm on Friday
2024 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church
TX 79927; followed by a Graveside Service at 2:00 pm at Mount Carmel Cemetery
Services are entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home- Americas
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church El Paso Texas
or Mini-Mutts Animal Rescue Dallas Metroplex
Sundance 2025: The visually compelling feature centers on characters who embrace the titular VR world
A visual marvel, Flora Lau’s “Luz” is likely to send you out of the theater in search of palpable reality: some grass to touch
Nearly all of her characters are shatteringly isolated
divided even in their faltering attempts at connection
through a mystical deer created by a celebrated Chinese artist before he died
The deer sits at the center of a giant painting in a seedy Chongqing club
where strangers escape into virtual reality alone and together
The club’s most popular VR world — called Luz
which means both “Light” and “Separation” — also involves the deer
Among the players is young camgirl Fa (En Xi Deng)
whose livestreams are persistently interrupted by Wei (Xiao Dong Guo)
a middle-aged man claiming to be her lost father
Since she won’t agree to meet him in real life
he has to learn how to seek her out in the game
until she gets a call that her former stepmother — her father’s equally creative ex-wife
only to be shocked when the patient wants no aid at all
is to embrace life as wholeheartedly as she can
Stubbornly refusing any attempts to curtail her active existence
she instead pulls Ren into the tactile delights of a Parisian artist: galleries and dances and gardens
Lau (“Bends”) and her talented cinematographer
Benjamin Echazarreta (“A Fantastic Woman”)
building layer upon layer to evoke multiple mediums
An electro-eerie score is the perfect match for Chongqing’s dark
which call to mind “Blade Runner” in their futuristic alienation
Sabine’s Paris is as verdant and lush as Chongqing is stark and disaffected
The people we meet in her world are older and more engaged with their senses: individuals converse rather than text; pulsing techno gives way to sentimental French pop; the palate shifts from shades of black to vibrant color
But while Sabine shines as if lit from within
visibly lacking vitality even as her dynamic stepmother is the one living with a potentially fatal aneurism
Because Lau is so intent on drawing distinctions between their ways of life
her script can occasionally feel black-and-white in its themes
And her artistic perspectives are idiosyncratic enough that we do notice when she lapses into clichéd terrain
she keeps us suspended in a state of awed anticipation
Even as her intentions are to nudge us back into real life
the images flickering on screen continue to hold us rapt.