Let me explain how I’m living in two very different societies and neither of them fully accept me.

Being born as a first-generation American carries both rewards and struggles when it comes to our experiences. I have never been more torn apart about my identity but as the years go by I’ve come to accept that I must create this unique space for myself where I can find a perfect balance of my two worlds.

As a young child, your parents are the main contributors to what and to who you will be exposed to. Both my parents came from a third-world country and their definitions of freedom and riches are vastly different than the traditional ones from America’s standards. …

It was no surprise that Apple put their best foot forward and provided some major upgrades to their new iPhone 12 lineup.

The Apple Event started with their latest HomePod mini. It’s an elegant, smart speaker with improved Siri accuracy. The new smart speaker is now competing with smaller smart speakers such as Google Home and Amazon Echo devices.

The starting price tag will begin at $99, offering a truly immersive experience with your other Apple product devices. The smart speaker will come with Apple’s new S5 chip known for their computational audio and intelligent assistant.

We’re only hours away from Apple’s virtual event, in which they will announce their latest and most innovative iPhone to date.

The event will take place on October 13th, 2020 at 10 a.m. PST or 1 p.m. EST. You can watch their live stream on Apple’s website. For the average tech enthusiast, many of you have already seen rumors online of four different phones that will allegedly be announced tomorrow. But which one will be right for you?

iPhone 12 mini — Affordable & Small

That’s right, Apple will bring out an entirely new iPhone line called ‘mini.’ The phone will feature a 5.4-inch screen, it’ll support 5G connectivity, and the phone will come in five different colors: red, black, white, blue, and green. The storage options will start with 64GB and go up to 256GB but it will only come with only dual-cameras. …

Apple recently launched its new iPad line-up this month with upgraded specs, new hardware designs with some surprisingly affordable prices. But with all of these new choices which one works best for your day-to-day usage?

I’ll be helping you break it all down and help you make a purchasing decision!

Listen before we begin I would like to say if you have recently purchased the latest iPad Pro 11-inch there are still some exclusive features only on these devices like Face ID, the 120Hz refresh rate screen, ProMotion, and a LiDAR sensor that aren’t provided on the iPad Air.

However, the capabilities and power of the new iPad Air does not fall short and for the retail price of $599 or $549, if purchased through their educational program, many will consider getting the iPad Air over the iPad Pro. …

Netflix’s new six-part documentary series, Immigration Nation, provides an insider look to the intricacy system of our U.S. Customs Border Protection and the outcome of their deterrent strategies.

The six-hour series encompasses the perspectives of border security enforcement officers, the constraints of being an asylum refugee immigrant, the continually battles activist members must fight for human rights of undocumented immigrants, and the several thousands of immigrants leaving their countries to seek safety under the United States of America.

Before diving into the complexities of the discussion, we must refer back to the U.S. immigration timeline where many restrictions were beginning to take form to halt Asain immigrants from migrating over during World War I. …

The cost to commute in New York City takes a hefty toll on ones’ expense budget. As I recently graduated from college and obtained my first media industry remote job, I realize how much money I began to save during quarantine.

Commuting from New Jersey to New York City is tremendously cheaper than paying for an apartment however the cost for a monthly NJ Transit pass, Metro Card swipes, Ubers/Lyfts, etc. does add to your monthly expenses.

Before quarantine, I was an intern at MSNBC making $15 an hour, New York City’s minimum wage, and I typically worked a 20–24 hour workweek. After taxes are deducted I was left with about $300 a week. For my monthly expenses, which was usually used for food, gas, cell-phone bill, car insurance, and travel expenses it was hardly enough. …

Using the skills and knowledge I’ve gained from college and make the most out of it.

The technological advantages have opened up the potential for many people to formulate multiple streams of income from their own homes. The options and possibilities are endless!

From creating your own passionate start-up business, selling items on Etsy, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, and so forth. Investing in stock, constructing your courses and selling your knowledge in a particular skill-set, and starting your brand as an influencer via social media platforms.

The opportunities provided via our internet connection can open a plethora of doors and connections. At this current moment, I have one source of income which is earning income. Earned income is defined as money derived from labor work which requires your time. …

Have you ever needed to translate an important legal school document for your parents as a child? Well, it looks like you’re a first-generation student.

My parents migrated from El Salvador after their civil war that perpetuated the financial poverty for many of their citizens. For my father, he was one of the oldest siblings who needed to provide for his eleven siblings and parents. For my mother, she had no financial funds to attend high school due to her family’s circumstances. Both had to provide the necessities for their well-being and their family’s well-being.

A few years later, they met in The United States and decided to begin their life together by getting married and having their children here. …