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CBS’ “SURVIVOR” is doing whatever any aging reality show needs to do sometimes–step into controversy. But this move could lead to financial consequences that could leave the show somewhat stranded.

For the new season, “Survivor: Cook Islands,” teams, known as “tribes,” will be divided along ethnic lines: Hispanics, blacks, Asian-Americans, whites. Mark Burnett told The New York Times this had nothing to do with boosting ratings, and everything to do with the way people congregate in the world–primarily.

Telemundo announced that it has kicked-off production on three new shows in Mexico: “Quinceanera,” “Vas o No Vas” (Deal or No Deal) and its upcoming original novela “Marina.” These new programs are part of the network’s plans to increase production of original programming in Mexico to continue offering relevant, high-quality content to U.S. Hispanic viewers.

Ricky Martin will be honored as the 2006 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year, it was announced by The Latin Recording Academy®. Martin, chosen for his accomplishments as a world renowned entertainer, consummate performer and passionate humanitarian, will receive the honor at a special star-studded tribute dinner and concert held Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2006, at the Sheraton Hotel & Towers in New York. A portion of the proceeds from the evening’s tribute dinner will benefit Ricky Martin’s charitable efforts.