Puerto Rico

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US deploys F-35 jets to Puerto Rico amid escalating Venezuela tensions

Five US F-35 fighter jets landed in Puerto Rico amid escalating tensions with Venezuela. Separately, Caracas said 18 armed US Navy personnel raided a tuna boat sailing in Venezuelan waters.

14/09/2025

Culture news

Jennifer Lopez blasts Trump campaign’s ‘garbage’ comments

The pop star and actress, who is Puerto Rican, joined Kamala Harris on stage in Las Vegas, stating that “every Latino in this country” was offended by the racist remarks recently made at a Trump rally, and that "you can't even spell American without Rican - this is our country too."

01/11/2024

Travel News

Cruise ship kept dead body in drinks cooler for 6 days, lawsuit claims

55-year-old Robert Jones died of a heart attack last August and his family is suing Celebrity Cruises for allegedly mishandling his body.

25/04/2023

Culture news

Bad Bunny's ex-girlfriend files lawsuit seeking $40 million

Bad Bunny’s ex–girlfriend is suing the superstar for at least $40 million over a well-known voice recording she provided the singer before he became famous.

21/03/2023

World News

Tropical storm hits the Caribbean and hurricane warnings issued

One man was killed in Guadeloupe after heavy rains caused by tropical storm Fiona burst the banks of a local river and swept away his house. Fiona is now heading to the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico where hurricane warnings are in place.

17/09/2022

Destinations

Puerto Rico’s best beaches for sun, sea and surf

Puerto Rico has just made it easier to visit and with so many amazing beaches to check out, now is the perfect time for a trip.

01/02/2022

Culture news

Statue of colonial governor toppled in Puerto Rico

Juan Ponce de León was the first colonial governor of Puerto Rico and is known for putting down a rebellion of indigenous people forced into labour.

25/01/2022

Earth News

Puerto Rico: The island for eco-conscious tourists

Packed full of gorgeous landscapes and stunning natural phenomena, Puerto Rico is looking for tourists who care.

22/10/2021

Moments

Piña Colada: Here is the story behind Puerto Rico’s signature drink

On Puerto Rico’s National Piña Colada Day, we take a look at the island’s cocktail and coffee scene.

10/07/2021

USA

Watch: Enormous radio telescope collapses in Puerto Rico

The Arecibo Observatory was featured in Hollywood films including "Contact" in 1997 and the James Bond film "Goldeneye" in 1995.

04/12/2020

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Magnitude 6.4 earthquake hits off Puerto Rico

Tuesday's quake was the most powerful in a series of tremors that have shaken the island since December 28.

08/01/2020

PuertoRico

New Puerto Rico governor sworn in despite calls for fresh leadership

Pedro Pierluisi, a former lawyer, freely admits that despite being sworn in the Senate may not ratify him on Wednesday.

03/08/2019

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Celebrations in Puerto Rico after governor's resignation

Puerto Ricans danced among the brightly coloured houses of San Juan on Thursday (July 25) after Governor Ricardo Rosselló capitulated to 12 days of protests and announced his resignation.

26/07/2019

PuertoRico

Puerto Ricans jubilant at the news that disgraced Rosselló resigned

Puerto Ricans celebrate in the streets after disgraced governor Rosselló resigns.

19/07/2019

USA

In the spirit of Christmas, New Jersey local collects toys for Puerto

14/12/2017

PuertoRico

Trump appeals, Lopez donates as celebrities rally to aid Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is in "deep trouble" tweets Donald Trump as Jennifer Lopez promises the island of her parents one million dollars.

26/09/2017