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Unknown Facts of the United States War of Independence of 1775 – The Role of Puerto Rico

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The Battle of Mayaguez Bay The battle of Mayaguez bay between the British frigate Glasgow and the North American schooners endowack and the Henry April 1777 where Puerto Rico helped the American vessels thus becoming the first nation to recognize the sovereignty and flag of the United States Little known crucial intervention of Puerto Rico In the 1775 independence war of the United States This is a true fact that has never been recognized Rafin R. Mena Yes it is generally unknown; but Puerto Rico in fact, had for sure,…

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Puerto Rico Government Launches Incentive For First Responders

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Puerto Rico Gov. Pedro Pierluisi recently announced that first responders will be eligible to receive a $2,000 bonus for their efforts during the Covid-19 pandemic. $200 million has been set aside for first responders and health care workers for this particular incentive. In total, the Puerto Rican Government will receive $2.47 billion to allocate to various initiatives and measures in order to aid economic recovery after the pandemic. The federal government allocated these funds under the American Rescue Plan Act. Not everyone will be eligible  According to Pierluisi, first responders need to…

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La Brega: Stories of the Puerto Rican Experience

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WNYC Studios and Futuro Studios present   “La Brega: Stories of the Puerto Rican Experience”: a seven-part podcast series Boricua.com is very proud to offer this podcast series. This podcast series presents information and background on some of the most important issues and events in Puerto Rico, some sad, some glad and some con mucho orgullo. Each week we will be promoting a new episode. We really enjoyed listening and we hope you enjoy them as well. WNYC Studios and Futuro Studios present “La Brega: Stories of the Puerto Rican Experience”:…

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New company same woes: Puerto Rico suffers power outages

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Puerto Rico suffers power outages

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — A private company that took over power transmission and distribution in Puerto Rico this month has struggled with widespread outages and growing anger as it scrambled to control a fire that left hundreds of thousands of clients in the dark. Officials say outages had affected more than 1 million customers so far this month, not counting those affected by the explosion and fire at a main substation in the capital of San Juan. Several mayors had declared an emergency as they distributed ice and…

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We are Root-Ed a Puerto Rico Box for Kids

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We are Root-Ed Box is a box with educational activities so kids can learn about Puerto Rico in a fun way. It’s a monthly box with educational and fun activities so kids can learn about Puerto Rico. Our box is packed with educational and fun content Play + Learn + Create family memories Explore Puerto Rico through activities, games, and crafts curated to complement the educational topics. Educational Resources  Learn about animals, fruits, vegetables, and plants with our Flora & Fauna Cards. Enjoy cooking together with a Monthly Recipe. Discover and celebrate our history, traditions, sports, music, instruments, and…

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New fellowship gives $25,000 grants to Puerto Rican writers

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NEW YORK (AP) — A new fellowship co-sponsored by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation will provide $25,000 for emerging and established Puerto Rican writers. On Wednesday, the Mellon Foundation and the Flamboyan Foundation’s Arts Fund announced the establishment of the Letras Boricuas Fellowship for 30 Puerto Ricans, age 21 and up, in Puerto Rico and elsewhere who write poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction or children’s literature. The first 15 winners will be announced in November, and all are tentatively scheduled to meet in San Juan in 2023. Among those welcoming the…

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Luis Muñoz Marín

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Luis Muñoz Marín (1898 – 1980) was a Puerto Rican journalist, politician, and prominent figure in creating ties between the United States and Puerto Rico. He was the founder of the Popular Democratic Party, president of the Puerto Rican Senate, and the first democratically elected governor of Puerto Rico. During his regime, Puerto Rico saw political and economic reform, mass migration, and suppression of independence ideals. José Luis Alberto Muñoz Marín was born February 18, 1898 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. A few months after his birth, Puerto Rico was…

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Pedro Albizu Campos

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Pedro Albizu Campos (1891 – 1965) was a Puerto Rican attorney, social activist, and politician known for his work in the Nationalist Party of Puerto Rico. He was the first Puerto Rican Harvard graduate, where much of his nationalist and independence ideals developed. Albizu Campos is a symbol of Puerto Rican liberation from colonialism and inspired many to fight for independence. Pedro Albizu Campos was born September 12, 1891 in Barrio Tenerías, a rural sector in Ponce, Puerto Rico. He had a difficult upbringing as his mother was a daughter of slaves…

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Scholars study why so many died after Puerto Rico hurricane

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Researchers said Thursday they are launching a survey of the causes of deaths in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria to clear up questions about why the toll of the 2017 Category 4 storm was so high. Studies by George Washington University found an estimated 2,975 excess deaths in the six months in Puerto Rico following Maria — far above the initial official death counts reported by a government that struggled to keep track of those dying, including many elderly in nursing homes without power.…

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Puerto Rico to open vaccinations to all amid COVID-19 spike

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s governor announced Wednesday that officials will start vaccinating all those 16 and older beginning Monday, prompting celebrations across a U.S. territory facing a spike in COVID-19 cases. Currently, only people 50 years and older as well as anyone 35 to 49 with chronic health conditions are authorized to receive a vaccine. More than 1 million vaccines have been administered since inoculations on the island of 3.2 million began in December. “We continue to face a terrible pandemic, along with the entire world,…

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