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Philly’s Puerto Rican Day Parade embodies strength of the mainland’s second-largest Boricua community

Picture this: Puerto Rican flags, referred to as “la monoestrellada” – the “one-starred” – everywhere you look. The smell of alcapurrias – if you can find them! – and other savory fritters wafting through the air. The rhythms of salsa or Bad Bunny’s trap reggaetón blasting out of speakers. Almost…

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Trump Deploys F-35s, Escalates Caribbean Military Presence After Strike On Venezuelan Cartel

The Trump administration is deploying 10 F-35 fighter jets to Puerto Rico following escalating concerns that Venezuela, acting as a Russian proxy state, is facilitating massive drug trafficking operations into the United States.

Benzinga

Pigs, furniture, appliances and a horse stolen from Yadier Molina property, Puerto Rican police say

Police in Puerto Rico say that unidentified suspects have stolen 14 pigs, a $16,000 horse and multiple furniture and appliances from a property owned by former All-Star catcher Yadier Molina

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US Sends 10 Fighter Jets To Puerto Rico As Venezuela Tensions Grow

US President Donald Trump is sending 10 F-35 fighter jets to Puerto Rico as part of his war on drug cartels, sources familiar with the matter told AFP on Friday, as tensions mount with Venezuela over Washington's military build-up in the Caribbean.

International Business Times

Trump sends 10 stealth fighter planes to Puerto Rico amid war on Caribbean drug cartels

Move comes after US accuses Venezuela of buzzing warship and a deadly US missile strike in Caribbean Sea

The Guardian - US

Trump Ramps Up Anti-Drug Cartel Operations, US Deploys 10 Fighter Jets To Puerto Rico: Report

In a significant escalation of the U.S.’s anti-drug cartel operations, the Trump admin is reportedly deploying 10 F-35 fighter jets to Puerto Rico, a move that is likely to heighten regional tensions.

Benzinga

U.S. Reportedly Deploying Fighter Jets To Puerto Rico To Conduct Operations Against Cartels After Strike Against Venezuelan Vessel

The U.S. is deploying 10 fighter jets to a base in Puerto Rico to conduct operations against drug cartels in the region, according to a new report

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Former Puerto Rico governor Wanda Vázquez pleads guilty to campaign finance violation

Former Puerto Rico governor Wanda Vázquez has pleaded guilty to a campaign finance violation in a federal case that also allegedly involved a former FBI agent and a Venezuelan banker

The Independent UK

Deal to restructure Puerto Rico power company debt crumbles as some bondholders walk away

A plan to restructure over $9 billion in debt for Puerto Rico's power company has hit a big snag

The Independent UK

Mail mess as Australia Post stamps out US deliveries

Businesses are counting the cost of Australia Post suddenly suspending many deliveries to the US and Puerto Rico because of import tariff rules changes.

AAP

Bad Bunny's Desire for Belinda Appeared in Songs and Photos Long Before Their Hot Encounter in Puerto Rico

The Mexican artist shared an intense moment with El Conejo and Tokisha, while more and more celebrities are heading out on the annual concert tour in Puerto Rico.

Latin Times

Aviation Fears for 2025 Grow as Spirit Airlines Appears to Fly Toward Hurricane Erin – Here's the Truth

According to flight tracking site Flightradar24, Flight NK2298, en route from Philadelphia to San Juan, Puerto Rico, took a course that seemingly sliced through the heart of the hurricane.

International Business Times UK

Tearful Influencer Blames ChatGPT For Missed Flight, Claims AI Took “Revenge” For Her Insults

Spanish content creator Mery Caldass asked the AI chatbot whether she needed a visa to travel to Puerto Rico.

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Escuelas de Puerto Rico no están preparadas para afrontar olas de calor cada vez más intensas

Cuando las temperaturas suben vertiginosamente en una escuela pública de la isla puertorriqueña de Culebra, los estudiantes se dispersan en busca de alivio.

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Puerto Rico's schools are unequipped to cope with ever hotter heat waves

Students and teachers often suffer heat-related illnesses at schools in Puerto Rico, one of many places where extreme heat is disrupting children’s education more frequently

The Guardian - UK

‘Even Puerto Rico paid its bill’: Thames Water creditor suggests backers are safe

Creditors of US territory’s were protected during municipal default, says Assured Guaranty’s chief executive

International Business Times UK

Puerto Rico at Risk? What 7-Day Projections Say About Hurricane Erin's Track

Hurricane Erin's 7-day projections spark concern for Puerto Rico. See the latest forecast, risk zones, and what residents should know now.

The Independent UK

Homes evacuated as Hurricane Erin to create dangerous waves along US coast

Tropical storm conditions were anticipated for the Turks and Caicos Islands and the southeast Bahamas

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The Independent UK

Thousands without power after Hurricane Erin strikes Puerto Rico

The Coast Guard allowed all ports in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands to reopen

The Independent UK

Hurricane Erin downgraded to Category 3 as tropical storm warning issued for Turks and Caicos

Hurricane Erin has been downgraded to a Category 3 hurricane

The Independent UK

Puerto Rico police charge a suspect in the recent killing of a US tourist

Authorities in Puerto Rico say a 37-year-old man has turned himself into police and was charged in the recent killing of a U.S. tourist who had flown to the island for Bad Bunny’s residency

Latin Times

Bad Bunny's Summer Residency Is Generating Hundreds Of Millions For Puerto Rico's Economy

As thousands of tourists from around the world descend to Puerto Rico to see Bad Bunny's celebrated tour, the Caribbean Island's economy flourishes.

The Guardian - US

Tropical storm turns into Hurricane Erin as it approaches Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands

Hurricane is predicted pick up steam toward Florida before veering away from the US mainland

The Independent UK

Heavy rains expected in Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands as Tropical Storm Erin nears

Tropical Storm Erin is approaching Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, bringing heavy rains that could cause flooding and landslides

The Independent UK

Puerto Rico cashes in on Bad Bunny as thousands flock to the island for his concerts

Thousands of tourists are descending on Puerto Rico this summer for one of Bad Bunny’s concerts as part of the rapper's residency that has boosted the U.S. territory’s fragile economy

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