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The Latest Breaking News from Puerto Rico

The enchanting Caribbean island Americans can visit without a passport

Puerto Rico might be a U.S. territory, but it feels like another world entirely. Here’s your guide for an unforgettable trip

The Independent UK

A look at the US military's unusually large force near Venezuela

The U.S. military has amassed an unusually large force in the Caribbean Sea and the waters off the coast of Venezuela since this summer, when the Trump administration first began to shift assets to the region as part of its anti-drug trafficking operations

The Independent UK

Puerto Rico sues Luma in first push to cancel contract with private power company

Puerto Rico’s government has sued Luma Energy to cancel its multimillion-dollar contract

The Independent UK

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AOC under fire for spending $50,000 on high-end hotels during Puerto Rico trip

Progressive Democratic congresswoman’s campaign spent upwards of $10,000 for catering services on two dates this summer, according to the report

The Independent UK

Puerto Rico salsa giant Rafael Ithier, who led El Gran Combo for more than half a century, dies

Rafael Ithier, a beloved musician and a founder of the legendary salsa band El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, whose hits have inspired Bad Bunny and other icons, has died

The Independent UK

JetBlue to launch five new US routes to Puerto Rico with fares from $99 — here’s what to do on the island

The move significantly expands travel options for Americans heading to the Caribbean island

The Independent UK

Shredded cheese sold in dozens of states recalled due to potential for metal fragment contamination

The Food and Drug Administration says that there is a recall for more than 260,000 cases of shredded cheese sold in 31 states and Puerto Rico because of potential metal fragment contamination

The Independent UK

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Trump Quietly Turned Puerto Rico Into America's Venezuela Launchpad—Here's What's Coming Next

The US military build-up in Puerto Rico intensifies Trump's confrontation with Venezuela, raising the risk of regional conflict as experts warn of looming land operations.

International Business Times UK

Should You Skip the Wait and Prepay Your Retirement Dreams?

He bought his retirement home more than a decade before he plans to retire. Was it the right move?

Kiplinger

Top US military adviser visits Caribbean as Trump ramps up pressure on Venezuela

The United States' top military officer is visiting American troops in Puerto Rico and on a Navy warship in the region

The Independent UK

Trump’s DoJ investigating unfounded claims Venezuela helped steal 2020 election

Exclusive: Discredited election-rigging conspiracy theory could strengthen Trump’s military action against Maduro

The Guardian - US

As Trump cuts weather forecasting, vulnerable places like Puerto Rico risk losing vital early warnings

Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica in late October, killed dozens in Haiti and forced nearly three-quarters of a million Cubans to evacuate. The death toll across the region is still unknown – but Melissa will go down as one of the strongest storms ever recorded.

The Conversation

Orquesta Sinfónica de Puerto Rico to Make Its Boston Debut at Symphony Hall

The Orquesta Sinfónica de Puerto Rico (OSPR) is set to make its long-awaited Boston debut at Symphony Hall on November 14, presenting an evening titled "Melodías de mi tierra" that celebrates the musical heritage of Puerto Rico.

Latin Times

A Look At What The U.S. Is Using To Strike Alleged Drug Boats In The Caribbean And Pacific

According to reports by CNN, the U.S. military has concentrated many of its deployed assets in Puerto Rico, including MQ-9 drones, F-35 fighter jets, and at least one AC-130J gunship.

Latin Times

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Fact check: Would Zohran Mamdani's policies be 'normal' in Europe?

Far-left or mainstream, a utopic vision or normal; where would incoming New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani’s platform sit if it were transported to Europe?

The Independent UK

Mamdani heading to Puerto Rico for an annual conference of New York political insiders

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is traveling to Puerto Rico for an annual summit that brings New York’s politicians and lobbyists to sunny San Juan for strategy meetings, workshops and boozy confabs

Bored Panda

Meet Nina, The Unusual Dog Found In A Puerto Rican Forest Who Now Has A Loving Home In New York

A small, strikingly unique stray dog was discovered alone in the forests of Puerto Rico, and no one could have predicted the remarkable journey ahead—or the way she would quickly win the hearts of those who took her in.

The Conversation

Bad Bunny and Puerto Rican Muslims: How both remix what it means to be Boricua

Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is more than a global music phenomenon; he’s a bona fide symbol of Puerto Rico.

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Latin Times

Former U.S. Admiral Says There Is a '70% Chance' The U.S. Will Conduct Strikes Inside Venezuela

Former Supreme Allied Commander James Stavridis assigned a 70% chance of the U.S. conducting land strikes in Venezuela as the Trump administration continues to ramp up pressure on the Maduro regime.

Latin Times

Qatari PM Says 'Conditions' Are Not Given To Mediate Between U.S. And Venezuela As Trump Admin Escalates Pressure

Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani said conditions are currently not given to mediate between the U.S. and Venezuela as the Trump administration continues to escalate pressure on the Maduro regime.

Latin Times

U.S. Marine Conduct Landing Drills In Puerto Rico As Trump Claims Maduro's Days Are 'Numbered'

U.S. Marines conducted landing drills in Puerto Rico during the weekend as tensions with the Venezuelan regime continue to escalate.

Latin Times

U.S. Restricts Puerto Rico Airspace for 'Security Reasons Even As Trump Denies He's Decided to Strike Venezuela

The Trump Admin issued a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) restricting airspace off the coast of Ceiba, Puerto Rico, from November 1 through March 31 citing "special security reasons"

The Conversation

4 urgent lessons for Jamaica from Puerto Rico’s troubled hurricane recovery – and how the Jamaican diaspora could help after Melissa

Across Jamaica, streets are littered with torn-off roofs, splintered wood and other debris left in the wake of Hurricane Melissa. Downed power lines have left communities in the dark, and many flooded and wind-damaged homes are unlivable.

Reason

Could the United States Unilaterally Grant Puerto Rico Independence?

Puerto Rico does not have a viable path towards statehood, and it is unclear what value Commonwealth status provides to the United States.

Motor1

This Upgraded Honda Passport Concept Actually Looks Pretty Tough

The latest Honda Passport is already a significant upgrade over its predecessor. When I drove the TrailSport model through the mountains of Puerto Rico, it proved to be capable, comfortable, and thoroughly impressive all-around. For this year’s SEMA show, Honda is taking its rugged crossover even further.

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