Puerto Rico
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Gov. Pierluisi addresses unprecedented job growth in latest State Message
In addition to addressing other issues such as the economy, public assistance, health care, and crime, the governor, who supports statehood and the US Democratic Party, advocated for equality for Puerto Rico.
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New digital archive chronicles Puerto Rico’s citizenship debate
Since 1898, Congress has debated on more than 100 bills and enacted 11 laws extending four distinct types of citizenship to Puerto Ricans.
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Dorado penthouse priced at $49 million aims to shatter Puerto Rico’s residential sales record
Dorado Beach Resort’s residential properties are the only ones that have sold for over $10 million on the island.
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How has Biden helped Puerto Rico rebuild? VP Harris highlights investments during visit
This visit marked Vice President Harris’ first trip to Puerto Rico since taking office. Her previous visit to the island was in 2017, where she witnessed firsthand the devastation caused by Hurricanes Irma and Maria.
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Familias puertorriqueñas luchan contra el costo de vida en Florida Central
Hace dos años unas 250 familias asistían cada dos sábados a la sede de la fundación en Brandon, para buscar bolsas de alimentos y hoy día llegan 437.
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6 Boricua women in bellas artes you should know
From pioneering poets and sculptors to musical composers and Broadway performers, Puerto Rican women have enriched the cultural landscape with their contributions to the fine arts. Puerto Rican women have played a vital role in shaping the narrative of fine arts, whether it be on canvas, stage, paper or a guitar. Many of them have…
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Piña Colada turns 70: Hilton and Bacardi honor iconic cocktail with worldwide contest
To commemorate the anniversary of the piña colada, Bacardi in partnership with Hilton, held a global competition in which bartenders from around the world were challenged with reinventing our national cocktail.
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First Lady Jill Biden visits Puerto Rico to show support for military families
The First Lady took advantage of the moment to reiterate Puerto Rico’s importance for her husband’s administration.
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Juanma López Jr. follows father’s footsteps for Paris 2024 Olympics
López is repeating the history of his father, fellow boxer Juanma López, who 20 years ago qualified for the 2004 Athens Olympic Games.
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Safety alert: Drownings in Puerto Rico spike as ocean currents get stronger
Condado beach is where the most tourist deaths have occurred, despite numerous signs warning that the area is “extremely dangerous.”
