Astrid Oscorima Requena
Astrid Oscorima Requena is a senior at Florida International University majoring in journalism with a minor in English. She is passionate about writing and reporting in both English and Spanish. She enjoys traveling to know more about other cultures. After her studies, she wishes to pursue a career in local media by expanding in the field of broadcasting.
As the COVID-19 pet rush has ended in Miami-Dade, shelters are overcrowded again
Pet adoptions were popular at the start of the pandemic. Now Miami-Dade’s animal shelter is crowded again, with larger dogs being the...
Miami residents can’t afford to continue renting in the city (includes multimedia content)
In the last year, rent prices have been skyrocketing in the city of Miami. A combination of big conglomerates coming into the...
Parking on university campuses presents real challenges
Parking has become a major issue for college campuses across the nation including Florida International University. As university enrollments have grown, the...
Komen raises money and awareness of breast cancer
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Top five Peruvian ceviches in Miami-Dade County
It is hard to resist ceviche, a traditional Peruvian dish of great national value that is widely admired for its cool, fresh taste.
In its...