Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico News: Jeb Bush's Comments on Caribbean Country Prompt New Debate on Statehood

Jeb Bush's comments on Puerto Rico's status - which the Republican presidential hopeful made in late April - have reignited a debate on whether the U.S. territory is ready - and should - become the nation's 51st state.

Roberto Clemente Biopic: Movie About Puerto Rican Baseball Legend in the Works

Baseball legend Roberto Clemente will soon be the subject of a major motion picture. Baseball legend Roberto Clemente -- who heroically died in 1972 while trying to fly into Managua, Nicaragua, to oversee the distribution of aid he had arranged in the aftermath of an earthquake -- will soon be the subject of a major motion picture.

Puerto Rico Economy 2015: Gov. Alejandro Garcia Padilla Signs Tax Increase; More Tax Hikes Coming

Puerto Rico Gov. Alejandro Garcia Padilla signed a legislation increasing the commonwealth's sales tax increase to double-digit figures.

Puerto Rico News: Caribbean Country Plans to Overhaul Power Company Before July

The U.S. territory Puerto Rico, which has been in and out of recession since 2006 and is currently saddled with $72 billion in public debt, is preparing to overhaul public power company Electric Energy Authority.

Puerto Rico News: San Juan Mayor Has Run-In With New York City Cabbie

The mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico's capital city, had a run-in with a New York cabbie on Wednesday when the driver refused to take her to her Bronx hotel.

Puerto Rico News: Island Approves Sales Tax Increase to Save Economy

In an effort to alleviate Puerto Rico’s current economic woes, the U.S. territory just passed legislation on Thursday that would increase their sales tax from 7 percent to 11.5 percent.

Puerto Rico News: Island's Economic Problems May Play In Debate Over Statehood

In April, Puerto Rico’s finance officials warned the U.S. territory could shut down in three months unless it secured a workable financing deal. As it stand now Puerto Rico has a debt of $73 billion.

Miguel Cabrera Breaks MLB Record for Home Runs by a Venezuelan-Born Player

Detroit Tigers infielder Miguel Cabrera recently hit his 400th career home run. That home run was not only a career milestone, but it is the most ever by a Venezuelan-born player in MLB history. How many home runs will Cabrera finish with?

Puerto Rico News: Territory Imposes Strict Water Rationing

More than 160,000 people living in and near San Juan, the capital of Puerto Rico, will have access to water only every other day after the U.S. territory's government imposed strict water rationing on Wednesday.

Puerto Rico News: Island Government Will Not Allow Smoking Medicinal Marijuana

Despite the Governor of Puerto Rico signing an executive order to legalize medical marijuana this past Sunday, smoking marijuana for medicinal purposes will not be allowed in the U.S. territory.

Mother’s Day 2015: Dates of Celebration in USA, Mexico, Bolivia and More Latin American Countries

Mother's Day honors one's own mother along with motherhood, maternal bonds and the influence mothers have in society.

Medical Marijuana Legalization News: Puerto Rico's Governor Order Allows for Medical Use of Cannabis

Alejandro Garcia Padilla, governor of Puerto Rico, signed an executive order authorizing the use of medical marijuana over the weekend, adding the island territory to the growing list of nations and territories allowing for the drug's medical use.

Puerto Rico Debt: Legislators Reject Tax Plan, Governor Says Island Can No Longer Deal with 'Inaction'

Addressing the economic concerns of the United States territory of Puerto Rico on Thursday, Gov. Alejandro Garcia Padilla pledged to negotiate with legislators after they voted down an overhaul of Puerto Rico's tax system.

Puerto Rico News: Jeb Bush Pushes for Statehood of Puerto Rico, Challenges the GOP to Reach Out to Latinos

Potential presidential candidate Jeb Bush addressed a university in Puerto Rico on Tuesday, reiterating his support for Puerto Rico statehood while challenging his colleagues in the Republican Party to make a stronger effort to win over Latino voters.

Puerto Rico News: Budget Affects Thousands of Puerto Ricans Needing Medicine As Government Shutdown Looms

Thousands of Puerto Ricans are not receiving the necessary medications because the government is unable to pay insurance companies. However, the whole island's government could shutdown due to the financial crisis.

Latin Tribute to Michael Jackson Debuts at No. 1 in U.S., Puerto Rico & Billboard's 'Top Tropical Albums'

If you are a Michael Jackson fan and you love salsa music, then you need to check out "Unity: The Latin Tribute to Michael Jackson," a new salsa-infused, kickstarter-funded album that features the King of Pop's iconic tunes.

Puerto Rico News: Seven Undocumented Immigrants Apprehended in Puerto Rico

A group of undocumented Dominican immigrants were arrested shortly after arriving in Puerto Rico aboard a small boat called a "yola."

Powerball Numbers & Results April 22, 2015: Watch Live Stream Of Drawing For $40 Million Jackpot

Wednesday’s Powerball is upon us. Wednesday’s Powerball is upon us. There is a current estimated jackpot of $40 million, which is a $26. 8 million cash value.

Puerto Rico's Alexandra Lúgaro, First Independent Candidate for Governor, Unveils Plan for the Future

Alexandra Lúgaro wants to change things in Puerto Rico and break free from the shackles of a dysfunctional two-party system that has brought the island to its knees.

Roberto Clemente Biography, Stats, & Career: Latino Baseball Legend Made MLB Debut for Pittsburgh Pirates 60 Years Ago Today

Roberto Clemente Made his Major League Baseball debut in 1955 for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He would go on to become one of the greatest players in MLB history. Latin Post looks back at his incredible Hall of Fame career.

Bravo TV's 'Million Dollar Listing New York' Premiere: Luis Ortiz Nabs Yankees' Carlos Beltrán & Discusses Possibility of a Real Estate Reality TV Show in his Native Puerto Rico (EXCLUSIVE VIDEO)

Real estate broker and Bravo TV's "Million Dollar Listing New York" star Luis D. Ortiz has had quite a run and it's only getting juicier with Bravo TV's "Million Dollar Listing New York" kicking off its Season Four premiere on April 15 at 10/9c.
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