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Blanca Quinonez: A Rising Star with Ecuadorian Roots

January 1, 2026

Blanca Quinonez is making waves in the world of college basketball. She's a standout player for the UConn Huskies, a team known for its success. At just 19 years old, she's already won five Freshman of the Week awards this season. Her performance on the court is impressive, averaging 10. 5 points pe

lifestyle

Survivors of the Sea: A 55 Day Journey

May 11, 2025

A rescue mission unfolded recently when five brave fishermen were found alive after drifting at sea for 55 long days. The Ecuadorian navy reported that the five men, hailing from Peru and Colombia, were picked up by a tuna boat named Aldo. These men had been missing since mid-March, leaving their fa

sports

Lakers Swap Players with Nets, Add Shooting and Defense

December 30, 2024

In a surprise move, the Lakers traded away D’Angelo Russell and sent three second-round picks to the Brooklyn Nets. In return, they acquired Dorian Finney-Smith, a skilled forward known for his three-point shooting and defense. This swap allows the Lakers to gain some much-needed flexibility under t

health

How Ecuadorian Kids Stay Active: A Look at Poverty and Ethnicity

December 19, 2024

Exercising every day is super important for kids. But do they do it enough? This study looked at how well kids in Ecuador follow the World Health Organization's (WHO) advice on physical activity. They checked two very different places: Cuenca, where lots live in cities and have basic needs met, and