Congress Can Help Puerto Rico Escape the Food Stamp Poverty Trap
Each year, the U.S. Congress allocates over $400 million for food assistance to support more than 250,000 residents of Puerto Rico who are able-bodied adults.
Tackling the Isolation Distressing Puerto Rico's Elderly
With compassion and commitment, both from governmental leaders and local communities, we can build a society that enables our elders to age with dignity.
Kamala Harris accidentally claps to song protesting her visit
Kamala Harris visited Puerto Rico on Friday to highlight the federal aid the U.S. territory has received to support its recovery.
Jennifer Lopez's new career move mocked
The star's latest project has left fans perplexed, with one claiming: "No one wants this."
Could 2024 Finally Be Puerto Rico's Year?
Islanders serve in the U.S. military and have given their lives to defend America, but they have no say in deciding on its wars since there is no representation in Congress.
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Best Banks and Credit Unions in Puerto Rico 2024
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Cat purge in Puerto Rico sparks backlash—"Disease vector"
The U.S. National Park Service unveiled a plan to remove the approximately 200 cats that live a tourist area of San Juan.
Bad Bunny sparks backlash
The Puerto Rican rapper and singer featured in 'Forbes' 30 Under 30' list, but some people were not happy.
Video of US woman missing in Puerto Rico may help search
The 44-year-old art teacher and Indianapolis resident Amanda Webster has been missing on the Caribbean island since October 11.
COVID map shows four states, territories with highest positive test rates
New York is among the states that had the most tests come back positive, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Will Hurricane Lee hit the US? Track, path as storm rapidly strengthens
Lee is forecast to be a "major hurricane" by this weekend, with the U.S. Virgin Islands and the Leeward Islands in its current path.
Tony Bennett shaped my family
I still spin Tony Bennett's music daily, like a family heirloom passed down to me.
Earliest evidence of wine drinking in Americas discovered in U.S. territory
Researchers detected evidence of wine residue on the remains of a pottery vessel dated to around 500 years ago.
Elephant rescued after 35 years in captivity finds forever home
The elephant, known as Mundi, was orphaned at a young age and later captured from the wild. She was then sold to a zoo where she lived in isolation for decades.
Cat who gave birth in woman's Jeep as she "felt safe" melts hearts
The car owner told Newsweek: "She gave birth to a total of six kittens, with three being calico. Hoping I can get the babies adopted once they are of age."
New York Mets star Edwin Díaz breaks silence after season-ending injury
New York Mets pitcher Edwin Díaz suffered a season-ending knee injury after a Puerto Rico game, during celebrations.
Zombie drug tranq can lead to necrosis, amputations and death
Xylazine has spread to 36 states as addicts use it to prolong their high.
It's Time to Decolonize Puerto Rico
Puerto Ricans, after centuries of foreign rule, deserve a democratic and sovereign nation of their own.
Bad Bunny fans think "The Simpsons" predicted phone throwing controversy
Bad Bunny is under fire for throwing a fan's phone into water, and some think "The Simpsons" saw it coming.
Could Puerto Rico become a U.S. state?
In November 2020, 53 percent of Puerto Ricans voted in favor of becoming a U.S. state in a non-binding referendum.
Rosalía's Latin Grammy win reignites "not Latina" debate
The Spanish star's huge night at the awards show has caused backlash from many fans online who say the singer is not Latina.
Hurricane Nicole caused rare sprite lightning before storm hit Florida
Sprite lightning, which occurs under rare conditions about 50 miles up, was photographed from Puerto Rico as Hurricane Nicole passed by.
Dead Arecibo telescope sends near-Earth asteroid warning from grave
The final data report from Arecibo, which collapsed in 2020, has revealed hundreds more asteroids lurking near Earth.
Who was Tito Puente and how did he die? Google celebrates entertainer
The Doodle illustrator said, "Tito was like a Svengali for talents like Celia Cruz. He was a household name. So Tito was part of my Puerto Rican soundtrack."
Logan Paul slammed for accusing Bad Bunny of "tax fraud" in Puerto Rico
Paul claimed on "The Philip DeFranco Show" that Bad Bunny and his manager are exploiting Puerto Rico tax laws.
Joe Biden Mocked for Saying He Was 'Raised in the Puerto Rican Community'
President Biden visited Puerto Rico on Monday and pledged $60 million in disaster relief aid as the island recovers from Hurricane Fiona.
Biden Says He Was 'Politically' Raised in Puerto Rican Community
"I was sort of raised in the Puerto Rican community at home politically," Biden said during his visit to the hurricane-ravaged territory.
Hurricane News Updates: Over 100 Storm-Related Deaths Reported
Rescue and recovery efforts continue in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian while President Biden visits Puerto Rico weeks after Hurricane Fiona hit the island.
Big Government Hinders Puerto Rico's Recovery
As Puerto Ricans face another test of our resilience, it is high time for government officials—federal and local—to reassess their efficiency and effectiveness.
Where Did $13B Maria Fund Go? Puerto Rico Still Without Power After Fiona
Puerto Rico's power grid remained vulnerable for years after Hurricane Maria.