Day: February 16, 2023

Felix “Tito” Trinidad

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Boxing Started at an Early Age Felix “Tito” Trinidad is one of the most accomplished boxers to come out of Puerto Rico, a Caribbean island that has produced its fair share of boxing legends. Born in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, on January 10, 1973, Trinidad began his boxing career at the age of ten, following in the footsteps of his father, who had been a professional boxer. Trinidad turned professional in 1990 at the age of 17 and quickly made a name for himself by knocking out his first 15 opponents.…

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Operation Bootstrap and its Affect on the Puerto Rican Economy

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Operation Bootstrap Operation Bootstrap was a development program implemented by the Puerto Rican government in the 1940s, with the aim of transforming the island from an agriculture-based economy to an industrial one. The program was a response to the economic crisis that Puerto Rico was facing at the time, and was heavily influenced by US economic policies and ideas. This essay will explore the impact of Operation Bootstrap on Puerto Rico and its population. Operation Bootstrap was initially successful in creating jobs and attracting foreign investment to the island. It…

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Simple Tips to Jump-Start a Healthy Lifestyle

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Simple Tips to Jump-Start a Healthy Lifestyle

There’s a misconception that healthy living is all about making considerable changes to your lifestyle. However, the reality is that it involves small things that we do every day. These actions may appear insignificant, but when applied consistently, they can compound and make a real difference in one’s life. And for those new to living healthily but are unsure of where to start, we’ll discuss a few tips that should help you jump-start your healthy lifestyle. Plan Out Your Day One of the reasons why so many people don’t live…

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