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The incredible journey that brought Yaxel Lendeborg to Michigan
ANN ARBOR — Yaxel Lendeborg described the high-school version of himself as “a terrible kid.” He was not mean-spirited; more of a class clown. Teachers told his mom he was smart and respectful but goofed around too much. He played video games...
Owner: Newhouse Family
Senate Approves Bill That Further Restricts Access to Information in Puerto Rico
With strong opposition from community leaders, nonprofit organizations, journalists’ associations, and media outlets across Puerto Rico, Senate Bill 63 (SB 63), which adds new restrictions to Act 141-2019, known as the Transparency and Expedited...
Owner: Centro De Periodismo Investigativo Inc
Cody Tanke arrested in Puerto Rico, extradition to La Crosse County in process
CULEBRA, Puerto Rico (WXOW) – A La Crosse man who missed his appearance for sentencing on charges of sexual assault of a child and was suspected to have fled to Puerto Rico has been arrested in Culebra, PR, the FBI reports. As WXOW reported, Cody...
Owner: Byron Allen
Amanda Serrano returns, books Erika Cruz rematch for Jan. 3 in Puerto Rico
After concluding her trilogy against Katie Taylor which saw her drop all three fights to the WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, IBO, and The Ring female light welterweight title holder, Amanda Serrano is returning to her home turf in hopes of getting back on...
Owner: Jay Penske
Themes and giveaway schedule for the Osceola Magic this season
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Osceola News Gazette - Florida
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Body The Osceola Magic, the NBA G League affiliate of the Orlando Magic, is set to take the court for its third season at the Silver Spurs Arena in just over a week. While its roster, full of new names, is coming together until then, the team has...
Owner: Rochelle Stidham
Rita Moreno will be awarded the George Eastman Award
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Democrat & Chronicle - New York
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Rita Moreno does a little dance after the audience responded with applause on hearing that Moreno was one of the few actors that received four major award nicknamed the EGOT, which are the Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Awards, during a press...
Owner: Gannett Co. Inc.
Skytec, FirstNet expand safety network across Puerto Rico
Wilfredo Pereira, FirstNet Caribbean Territories manager, demonstrates FirstNet’s Mission Critical Push-to-Talk technology. Skytec Inc., a Puerto Rico-based provider of public safety technology, has partnered with FirstNet, Built with AT&T, to...
Owner: Michelle Kantrow-Vázquez
Record 1.4M ferry riders mark surge in Puerto Rico travel
Isla Bonita, one of Puerto Rico Ferry’s passenger vessels. (Credit: www.facebook.com/puertoricoferry) Puerto Rico’s ferry system, operated through a public-private partnership between the Integrated Transportation Authority (ATI, in Spanish) and...
Owner: Michelle Kantrow-Vázquez
Arecibo Mayor Reacts to ABRE Puerto Rico's Ranking and Presents His Numbers
The mayor of Arecibo, Carlos R. Ramírez Irizarry, reacted to the most recent report from the ABRE Puerto Rico organization regarding the fiscal status of Puerto Rico's municipalities. The mayor added that it is also unknown whether the study...
Owner: Salvador Hasbun Martinez
‘Igor’ González to manage Puerto Rico in the Baseball Copa América
Former major leaguer Juan “Igor” González will helm the Puerto Rico Men’s National Team that will represent the island in the first edition of the Baseball Copa América in Panama next month. Former Major League Baseball player and veteran mentor...
Owner: Matthew & Ricardo Angulo
Puerto Rico vs Argentina Prediction and Betting Tips | October 13th 2025
Argentina are back in action on Monday when they go head-to-head with Puerto Rico in a friendly fixture at the Chase Stadium. Ranked 155th in the latest FIFA World Rankings, Puerto Rico will look to test themselves against a star-studded...
Owner: Nitish Mittersain
N.J. Governor Race Heightens Focus on Latino Voter Influence
Passaic County, New Jersey — The race for governor of New Jersey is intensifying as Democratic nominee Mikie Sherrill aims to regain the support of Latino voters, a crucial demographic in the state, while her Republican challenger, Jack...
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Lionel Messi breaks historic record in Argentina’s rout of Puerto Rico
Even in the twilight of his career, Lionel Messi continues to play soccer as if time doesn’t apply to him. What was once raw, dazzling brilliance has evolved into measured mastery, a veteran’s understanding of how to dictate a match through...
Owner: Jesper Søgaard & Christian Kirk Rasmussen
Messi’s two assists as Argentina put six past Puerto Rico in friendly
PA Media/DPA London Lionel Messi had two assists while Alexis Mac Allister and Lautaro Martinez picked up a brace each as Argentina romped to a 6-0 win over Puerto Rico in Florida. The Inter Miami forward played all 90 minutes of the friendly...
Owner: Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani
Halloween candy prices rising, spooked by Trump’s tariffs and climate change
Ghosts and goblins might not be the only scary things popping up this Halloween. Prices for the holiday’s most popular candy treats are rising, spooked by Donald Trump’s tariffs and climate change. Candy prices are estimated to increase by 10.8%...
Owner: The Scott Trust
Certified Professionals Under Act 60-2019: Preparing for the Next Phase of Puerto Rico’s Incentives Code
A New Layer of Professional Oversight Puerto Rico’s Incentives Code (Act 60-2019) continues to evolve as the government refines how tax-exemption decrees are administered and audited. One of the most significant—but still pending—developments is...
Owner: Jennifer & Lane Schaller
Is Puerto Rico part of US? All on its unique political and cultural identity
Puerto Rico, which is situated in the Caribbean and is around 1000 miles southeast of Florida, is an autonomous area of the United States nationally recognized as the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Besides being a territory that is located between...
Owner: Shobhana Bhartia
Virgin Islands–Puerto Rico Friendship Day
Virgin Islands–Puerto Rico Friendship Day is observed on the second Monday in October each year in the U.S. Virgin Islands. “Today we celebrate Virgin Islands Puerto Rico Friendship Day,” wrote Rep. Stacey Plaskett (D-VI), “honoring the deep bonds...
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Puerto Rico vs. Argentina lineups: Predicted starting XI, team news for friendly match
Argentina play their second USA-based friendly this month against Puerto Rico in Florida on October 14. The Albiceleste have already booked their spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup next summer, finishing with a nine-point lead at the top of the final...
Owner: Paul Stewart