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Danilo Gallinari's Unlikely Journey to Basketball Bliss

December 2, 2025

Danilo Gallinari, a seasoned NBA player, found his basketball joy in an unexpected place: Puerto Rico. After a long NBA career filled with ups and downs, Gallinari decided to play in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional (BSN) league. This choice led him to win a championship and experience the thrill of

lifestyle

Life in Puerto Rico: Expectations vs. Reality

November 25, 2025

Moving to Puerto Rico from New York City was a big change. The idea of living near the beach and enjoying a warmer climate sounded amazing. However, life here isn't always as perfect as it seems. First, the people here are incredibly welcoming. Locals go out of their way to help newcomers. They sha

entertainment

Coffee, Conversations, and Puerto Rican Pride

November 22, 2025

Francisco Lindor, the Major League Baseball star, has a new way to connect with fans. His podcast, "Café Con Lindor, " brings together athletes and artists for casual chats over coffee. The latest episode features Young Miko, a rising rapper from Puerto Rico. They talked about growing up on the isla

entertainment

Latin Music's Big Night: Bad Bunny Shines Bright

November 15, 2025

The Latin Grammy Awards 2025 was a star-studded event. It happened on November 13. Bad Bunny was the star of the night. He won five awards, including the big one for album of the year. Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito, gave a heartfelt speech. He thanked his hometown, Puerto Rico. He told every

weather

Erin's Journey: A Storm's Impact Beyond Borders

August 14, 2025

A storm named Erin is making waves in the Atlantic. It's on a path that could make it the season's first major hurricane. This isn't just a weather report; it's a story of how storms can affect lives far and wide. Erin is moving west, heading towards the Caribbean. It's not looking too strong right

health

Cancer's Heavy Toll on Puerto Rico's Elders

May 24, 2025

Puerto Rico is aging quickly. Almost everyone there is of Hispanic or Latino background. This is one of the fastest aging populations globally. The focus is on people aged 85 and older. This group faces a significant cancer challenge. Researchers looked into how common cancer is and how often it lea

politics

Puerto Rico's Power Struggles: The Big Blackout and What's Next

April 18, 2025

Puerto Rico faced a major blackout, leaving 1. 4 million people without electricity and over 400, 000 without water. This was the second big outage since New Year’s Eve, when 90% of the island lost power. The latest blackout started at 12:38 p. m. on Wednesday, when key power plants shut down due to

environment

Powerless Puerto Rico: A Look Into the Island's Energy Crisis

April 17, 2025

Puerto Rico found itself in the dark once again, as a major blackout hit the entire island. This wasn't just a minor hiccup; it was a full-blown power outage that left 1. 4 million people without electricity and over 400, 000 without water. The outage started around noon on Wednesday and had everyon

environment

Darkness in Puerto Rico: The Power Struggle Continues

April 17, 2025

The sun was up, but for many in Puerto Rico, it was still dark on Thursday. A massive blackout had struck the island, leaving nearly 60% of its 1. 4 million utility customers in the dark. This wasn't just a minor hiccup. All of the island's power plants had gone offline, plunging the entire territor

environment

Ripples of Concern: Caribbean Quake Spurs Tsunami Alert

February 9, 2025

On a Saturday evening, the Caribbean was jolted by a strong earthquake. The ground shook with a magnitude of 7. 6, originating about 129 miles southwest of the Cayman Islands. This wasn't just a regular tremor, it had implications. The USGS quickly sounded the alarm. A tsunami advisory was issued f