Puerto Rico

Drug Trafficking Ring Ships Cocaine in Kid’s Lunchboxes in New York; Suspected Ringleaders Manage Recording Artists in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic

Five individuals were charged in connection to the sophisticated scheme of trafficking drugs, wherein the group smuggled millions of dollars worth of cocaine into New York City by utilizing lunchboxes of kids.
Coast Guard Intercepts Boat Carrying 250 Kilos of Cocaine off Dominican Republic

U.S. Coast Guard Intercepts Boat Carrying 250 Kilos of Cocaine off Dominican Republic

Key West-based crews of the U.S. Coast Guard intercepted a speedboat carrying 250 kilograms of cocaine off the Dominican Republic last week.
FIBA Americas: Team USA to Face Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico in World Cup Qualifying

FIBA Americas: Team USA to Face Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico in World Cup Qualifying

Team USA would be facing Cuba, Mexico, and Puerto Rico in the first round of qualifying to represent FIBA Americas for the 2023 Basketball World Cup.
Tropical Storm Fred Forms Near Puerto Rico, Warnings Issued for Caribbean Islands Before It Heads to Southern U.S.

Tropical Storm Fred Forms Near Puerto Rico, Warnings Issued for Caribbean Islands Before It Heads to Southern U.S.

Tropical storm Fred developed off the coast of Puerto Rico late Tuesday, and it was reported heading to the Caribbean region and the southern U.S.
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U.S. Coast Guard Seizes $15 Million Worth Cocaine in Puerto Rico; Offloads Drugs in Florida While Two Smugglers Taken Into Custody

After the interdiction of a go-fast vessel near Puerto Rico, the United States Coast Guard Cutter Joseph Tezanos offloaded close to $15 million worth of seized cocaine at Coast Guard Base San Juan on July 12 and transferred custody of two male smugglers.
Customs Seize $17.6M Worth of Cocaine Hidden Inside Ship Near Puerto Rico

Customs Seize $17.6M Worth of Cocaine Hidden Inside Ship Near Puerto Rico

Customs officials confiscated a total of 1,299 pounds of cocaine with an estimated value of $17.6 million inside a vessel that was intercepted near Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rican Boxer Felix Verdejo Turns Himself in After Pregnant Lover Found Dead in Lagoon

Puerto Rican Boxer Felix Verdejo Turns Himself in After Pregnant Lover Found Dead in Lagoon

Puerto Rican boxer Felix Verdejo has turned himself in to federal agents to face charges in the disappearance and death of his pregnant girlfriend.

Puerto Rico Is in Favor of Statehood: What Would Be Its Future?

Around 52 percent of Puerto Rican voters approved its statehood, while about 47 percent were against it.
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Puerto Rico to Provide Free COVID-19 Rapid Test at Toll Booths to Control Asymptomatic Spread

Puerto Rico's Health Department announced on Friday that they will provide free COVID-19 rapid tests across the island to determine the number of infections.

Travel Guide: 7 Things You Need to Do and the Places to Visit in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is home to one of the most colorful and exciting cultures in Latin America. Here are the top things and places you need to visit on your next Puerto Rican trip.
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Channel Your Inner Puerto Rican With These 4 Fun and Fab Indoor Decorations

Spruce up your home with these dazzling and unique Puerto Rico-inspired pieces. Puerto Rico is a beautiful island that offers locals and visitors the perfect balance of nightlife and tranquillity amid the Spanish colonial buildings that act as the best backdrop for a day of leisure.

USGS Scientists Find Undiscovered Seafloor Faults Following Devastating Puerto Rico Quakes

Southern Puerto Rico was hit by a series of massive, devastating earthquakes that began late December in 2019. The quakes, which included a magnitude 6.4 in early January, shocked seismologists. After thorough research, they may have found out why.

Puerto Rico Towns Getting a Credit Line of $185M to Continue Operating Through the Pandemic

The Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico announced recently it has approved a $185-million, temporary liquidity facility to aid the 78 municipalities of Puerto Rico so they can operate through the COVID-19 crisis.

Puerto Rico Children Grow Hungry as School Cafeterias Remain Shut Amid Lockdowns

Puerto Ricans ar growing hungry as the island's school cafeterias were forced to shut operations amid COVID-19 lockdown
The US Marshals Service recently reported they arrested a man who fled custody while getting treated at the Rhode Island Hospital last January.

Man who Fled Custody at RI Hospital Apprehended in Puerto Rico, Police Say

The US Marshals Service recently reported they arrested a man who fled custody while getting treated at the Rhode Island Hospital last January.

LGBTQ Hunted Down in Puerto Rico, Activists Criticize Local Officials' Lack of Action

Another transgender person was found murdered in Puerto Rico following reports of two other killings the previous week. The island now has five LGBTQ-related murders this year.

In Puerto Rico, COVID-19 Is Taking Away Learning Opportunities for Students

In Puerto Rico, schools have transitioned to online classes to finish the academic year. However, there are children living in impoverished areas who have poor connectivity.

Business Is Booming Amid the COVID-19 Crisis for These Puerto Rican Siblings

These siblings in Puerto Rico make their businesses flourish amid the COVID-19 crisis. Their deliveries have increased in number since the announcement of lockdown.

2 Murdered Transgenders in Puerto Rico Were Hate Crime Victims, Says Activists

Activists said on Thursday that the two bodies discovered inside a burned car in southeast Puerto Rico were owned by transgender women.

Medical Workers in Puerto Rico Granted Civil Immunity During COVID-19 Pandemic

Puerto Rico Governor Wanda Vasquez signed an executive order granting medical workers and hospitals civil immunity from reparations due to claims stemming from suspected medical malpractice during the pandemic.

Puerto Rico’s New Law 40-2020 Changing Tax Incentives for New Residents

A new law called, the Law 40-2020 changes the manner tax incentives are given to new residents. Once, Puerto Rico was seen as the perfect place for digital currency startups.