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Bad Apples vs. Bad Genes

When is corruption a case of “bad apples” rather than systemic failure?

Salon

Jenniffer González, Puerto Rico's resident commissioner, to challenge island's governor in primary

Puerto Rico’s representative in Congress, Jenniffer González, says she will run for governor of the U.S. territory

The Independent UK

Chicago Live! brings ‘best and brightest’ artists from across the cultural spectrum to the lakefront

“We can display not only our skills but also what our cultures have to offer,” said Janet Santoyo, a performer with the Puerto Rican Arts Alliance.

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Escaped murderer Danelo Cavalcante told officials he planned to carjack someone and flee US

A murderer who escaped from a Pennsylvania jail and was captured two weeks later told authorities he'd been planning to carjack someone and flee to Canada or Puerto Rico

The Independent UK

Hurricane Lee swirls through open waters on a path to Atlantic Canada

Hurricane Lee is whirling north of Puerto Rico as a Category 3 storm, with forecasters noting it would remain in open waters through this week while on a path to Atlantic Canada

The Independent UK

Puerto Rico’s public schools clamor for air conditioning to get relief from record-breaking heat

Students and teachers are sweltering in public schools across Puerto Rico and demanding that the government install air conditioners as the U.S. Caribbean territory bakes under record heat this year

The Independent UK

Puerto Rico's public schools clamor for air conditioning to get relief from record-breaking heat

Students and teachers are sweltering in public schools across Puerto Rico and demanding that the government install air conditioners as the U.S. Caribbean territory bakes under record heat this year

The Independent UK

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Hurricane Lee strengthens into ‘dangerous’ Category 5 storm

Swells and rips expected as storm’s core set to move north of the Leeward Islands, Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.

Al Jazeera

Hurricane Lee strengthens to a Category 5 storm as it approaches the Caribbean

Hurricane Lee strengthened to a Category 5 storm late Thursday night, forecasters said, and could present potentially dangerous beach conditions on the U.S. East Coast as early as this Sunday.

WEKU

Hurricane Lee charges through Atlantic, expected to be ‘major’ storm

Large oceans swells are expected to reach the Lesser Antilles, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico through the weekend.

Al Jazeera

Puerto Rico board submits third plan in attempt to restructure power company debt of $10 billion

Lawyers have filed a new plan for restructuring $10 billion in debt owed by Puerto Rico’s power company in the latest attempt to end a lengthy bankruptcy process marked by acrimonious negotiations

The Independent UK

Two states are getting new Costco stores

The beloved wholesale warehouse currently boasts 860 stores, with 591 locations in 46 U.S. states and Puerto Rico

Salon

FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 live stream: how to watch matches for free online

Here's how to watch 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 live streams online, from anywhere and potentially for free. Basketball World Cup schedule, tip-off times and more.

TechRadar

10 U.S.-born NBA players (Karl-Anthony Towns!) who are on non-American FIBA World Cup rosters

Jordan Clarkson will represent the Philippines, who will also host the tournament.

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Chicago Sun-Times

MCA exhibit explores sense of place, intertwined history between Puerto Rico and Chicago

The MCA is hosting a new exhibit titled “entre horizontes: Art and Activism Between Chicago and Puerto Rico.”

WEKU

In the 6th-largest U.S. district, natural disasters have disrupted schooling for years

Puerto Rico, the nation's sixth-largest school district, is in crisis. It's both uniquely vulnerable to natural disasters and unusually ill-equipped to help children recover from them.

The Independent UK

Environmentalists sue Puerto Rican government over location of renewable energy projects

Activists and environmental groups including the Sierra Club are suing Puerto Rico’s government over the planned location of dozens of renewable energy projects meant to ease the U.S. territory’s power woes

The Conversation

Maui wildfires: Extra logistical challenges hinder government's initial response when disasters strike islands

Wildfires destroyed the Hawaiian tourist town of Lahaina on Aug. 8 and 9, 2023, leaving many of its roughly 13,000 residents homeless. Fires also burned in other areas on Maui, Hawaii’s second-largest island, and its Big Island. President Joe Biden issued a disaster declaration on Aug. 10, which authorizes federal…

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Avelo is shuttling passengers to tropical paradise for just $99

Avelo Airlines started to win over Puerto Rico-bound passengers with ultra-low airfare.

The Independent UK

Hard-partying Puerto Rico capital faces new code that will limit alcohol sales

San Juan Mayor Miguel Romero has signed a new measure to prohibit alcohol sales after certain hours in the capital of Puerto Rico, renowned for its all-night partying

USA Today Sports Media Group

Steve Kerr’s Team USA cruises past Puerto Rico 117-74 in pre-FIBA World Cup showcase

Steve Kerr helped coach Team USA to a dominant 117-74 win over Puerto Rico in Las Vegas before the FIBA World Cup.

USA Today Sports Media Group

USA vs. Puerto Rico: How to watch, channel, location, roster, start time

Before Steve Kerr and Team USA meet Puerto Rico in Las Vegas, here's everything you need to know about the contest, including how to watch.

Chicago Sun-Times

Snow cones, ‘Puerto Rico in a Cup’ and spicy cucumber ceviche tostadas among Lollapalooza’s Chow Town & Dessert Island fare

All that music at Lolla can work up an appetite in festival-goers. We checked out some of the fare available for purchase.

The Independent UK

Ex-Puerto Rico boxer Félix Verdejo found guilty on two charges tied to death of his pregnant lover

Former Puerto Rican boxer Félix Verdejo has been found guilty on two charges related to the death of his 27-year-old pregnant lover

My Imperfect Life

So, what's up with the Shakira and Rauw Alejandro Puerto Rico getaway?

We're confused, too. Shakira, Rauw Alejandro and a tropical vacation seems odd after his public split from Rosalía

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