Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico Will Argue for Economic Restructuring Before the Supreme Court

On Friday the Supreme Court agreed to listen to Puerto Rico's request to reinstate a law which might allow the U.S. territory to restructure $20 billion of their massive debt

Eugenio Derbez to Search for Fountain of Youth When He Directs 'Ponce'

Eugenio Derbez has found the next project he will direct. Eugenio Derbez has found the next project he will direct. Variety is reporting that Derbez will helm and star in the upcoming film entitled "Ponce.

Puerto Rico Debt Crisis Hits Critical Deadline

Puerto Rico faces a critical deadline in its fiscal crisis on Tuesday, as the U.S. territory could default if it does not make a $355 million payment due this week.

Nonito Donaire Next Fight: 'The Filipino Flash' Motivated to Win Against Cesar Juarez

Nonito "The Filipino Flash" Donaire is training hard to win against Mexican fighter Cesar Juarez.

Puerto Rico Inching Closer to Default

Puerto Rico is on the verge of becoming "the Greece of the Caribbean" as the U.S. territory is inching ever closer on some critical bond deadlines.

Ben Carson Wants Puerto Rico to Be a US State

On Sunday retired surgeon turned presidential hopeful, Ben Carson, expressed his desire to see Puerto Rico become the 51st state.

Puerto Ricans Call US to Help With Healthcare

Thousands of Puerto Ricans rallied for Washington to pay attention to their island's crumbling healthcare system.

Puerto Rico News: Sen. Elizabeth Warren Criticizes White House on Puerto Rico Policy

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., criticized the White House’s recent move to offer an economic plan for Puerto Rico for its lack creativity.

Puerto Rico Debt Crisis: Obama Administration Presents Congress Proposal to Help Rescue Puerto Rico

The Obama administration is urging Congress to devise a plan to help rescue Puerto Rico from its massive $72 billion debt crisis before it implodes into an even bigger "humanitarian crisis."

Puerto Rico Debt Crisis: White House Will Not Bailout Commonwealth

Despite rumors to the contrary, on Thursday the White House made it clear that there are no plans to provide a financial bailout to alleviate Puerto Rico’s massive debt crisis

Puerto Rico, US Treasury Consider 'Superbond' to Fix Debt Crisis

Puerto Rico and the U.S. Treasury Department engaged in talks about a possible restructuring of the commonwealth's $72 billion debt, which would mark an important change in the relationship with the federal government.

Katy Perry Battles High Altitude Between South American Shows

Katy Perry battled high altitude recently, after performing in South America during her Prismatic Tour.

LGBT News: Puerto Rico Allows Students to Wear Pants or Skirts Regardless of Gender

On Monday Rafael Roman, the Puerto Rican secretary of education, announced that he had signed a new regulation that offers a more inclusive atmosphere for gay, lesbian and transgender students.

Puerto Rico Debt Crisis: National Latino Group Petitions White House to 'Decisively' Act

With Congress not acting quickly enough to ease Puerto Rico's debt crisis, a Latino nonprofit organization filed a petition for the White House to get involved.

Puerto Rico Bishop Urges Federal Help in Debt Crisis

The federal government should help Puerto Rico tackle its $72 billion in debt crisis, Archbishop Roberto González Nieves, who leads the Catholic Church on the island, told congressional and White House staffers this week in meetings in Washington.

Puerto Rico News: Latino Legislative Leaders Seek Oversight, Solutions on Island's Debt Crisis

U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva, D-Ariz., called for the House Natural Resources Committee to hold a hearing on the role of hedge funds in Puerto Rico's financial crisis.

Bringing Hispanic Heritage to American Fashion: Designer Stella Nolasco Showcases Puerto Rico on The Runway

Boricua designer Stella Nolasco brought the beauty of Puerto Rico to New York City with her Spring/Summer 2016 collection.

San Francisco Giants Birthday Tribute: Puerto Rico's Orlando Cepeda Turns 78 Years Old

Happy 78th Birthday Orlando Cepeda! One of the greatest first baseman in Major League Baseball history turns 78 today. Orlando Cepeda has been retired for more than 40 years, but his greatness on the field will never be forgotten.

Hispanic Heritage Month 2015: Top 10 Latin American Home Run Hitters in MLB History

Latin Post counts down the top 10 greatest Latin American-born home run hitters in Major League Baseball history in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Puerto Rico Debt Crisis: Gov. Alejandro Garcia Padilla Reveals Struggles in 'Inherited' Economic Talks

Puerto Rico's economic recovery working group released its comprehensive plan to save the commonwealth. The Working Group for the Fiscal and Economic Recovery of Puerto Rico published the Fiscal and Economic Growth Plan (FEGP), which include proposals for economic growth with reform measures.

Puerto Rico News Today: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Officials Working on 'Path to Prosperity'

A New York delegation wrapped up its one-day solidarity trip to Puerto Rico, where elected officials spoke with health and economic experts about the island's struggles.
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