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A Quick Look At Puerto Rico’s Bamboo History

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We all have seen or at least heard about bamboo, but do we actually know about its history? No one really does any research on the history of bamboo. If they did, they’ll find that it is a very sturdy and resilient plant with a large root system and high growth factor. In Puerto Rico, bamboos are probably one of the most recognizable trees that grow there. It has been used as a building material for many industries and still is. If you want to know how it gained its…

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8 Ways Puerto Rican Youth Can Earn for a Living Online in 2020

Puerto Rico

With a stable internet connection and a decent computer, the realm of online employment is accessible to anyone, anywhere. With a population of 3.1 million people, Puerto Rico has much to benefit from the growing trends of remote working. The youth unemployment rate in Puerto Rico was at 24.7% in 2019. For the island, it is, in fact, a fairly good percentage compared to the previous years. As an increasing number of people are switching to remote work, online jobs seem to be attracting a fair part of the younger…

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Economic Recovery From Hurricane Katrina Is A Revived Puerto Rico

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Economic Recovery from Hurricane Maria

Many think that Puerto Rico’s economy is still recovering from the hurricane. The truth is that Puerto Rico was devastated by the hurricane, but is slowly, slowly recovering. Hurricane hit the island in September, 2020, damaging the airports, hospitals, markets, electricity and other infrastructure. It took two months to fully repair the damages. After that, the island’s economy really started to recover. For a period of four years, the Caribbean island was affected by extreme weather. Only recently did the health facilities, restaurants and industries begin to show signs of…

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Three Kings Festival in Puerto Rico

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By Daniel BeDell Puerto Ricans are a friendly, outgoing, and always looking for a reason to have fun. Visit Puerto Rico from Thanksgiving Day until mid January and you’ll find the island in full party mode. Of course they enjoy Christmas and New Years but in Puerto Rico, the really big celebration is reserved for the Three Kings Festival on January 6. The festival, celebrated since 1884, honors the Three Kings who brought gifts of incense, gold and myrrh to the Baby Jesus. While the holiday is celebrated throughout Puerto…

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A Puerto Rican Tradition-by Nick D. Gomez

Puerto Rico

The holidays are always a time of reflection, and as they approach the mind is flooded with warm memories of the past. My ‘hybrid ‘ Mexican, Puerto Rican, and American family always had an interesting fusion of traditions. The Puerto Rican influence of my mother’s family was always more dominate, and that was in part to the powerful presence of my late grand father, Louis Reyes. My nephew Tim put it best in his eulogy for our abuelo, “If you were Chinese and hung out with Grandpa, you would be…

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Puerto Rico’s Road To Recovery After Hurricane: Manufacturing & Technology

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With Puerto Rico still recovering from the devastating effects of hurricanes Irma and Maria, the locals are turning their attention and efforts to two budding industries to aid in its recovery: manufacturing and technology. The island has become known as a popular travel destination, littered with hidden gems and tourist attractions. However, the Caribbean country has so much more to offer in terms of its industrial potential. Manufacturing now accounts for over 46 percent  Puerto Rico’s GDP with steady growth predicted. Combined with the government’s support of technological innovation, the…

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Where To Go When Visiting Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

Visiting a tropical island might be the perfect type of a vacation for you. While spending your days on the warm beach next to a crystal clear surf sounds like fun, there are many other exciting things to do while you are in Puerto Rico. Here are a few things you should add to your itinerary while you are there. A Capital Idea One definite stop on your trip should be San Juan. The capital of Puerto Rico, the city is full of history and vibrant color. Take time to…

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Hidden Gems of Puerto Rico — 5 Off-the-Track Attractions to Visit

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Off-the-beaten-track Places in Puerto Rico worth Visiting Puerto Rico is a part of the Antilles archipelago that lies from Cuba the whole way to South America and separates the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. The island is popular among tourists thanks to the white crystal sand and pure water. Puerto Rico is located in the middle of the archipelago with loads of natural recreation resources and unspoiled nature. Despite the islands long and arduous history of invasions and power dilution, it is now famous for being a calm place…

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