The Puerto Rican Philly girl who survived Hurricane Maria
09/30/2019 - 15:40
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I never thought that a hurricane could give me so many experiences. In this came, some of them were good. And some of them were very sad.
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La Puertorriqueña en Philadelphia que sobrevivió el Huracán María
09/30/2019 - 15:28
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Nunca pensé que un huracán podría darme tantas experiencias, algunas buenas, otras muy tristes.
Terremoto de magnitud 6,3 golpea la costa de Puerto Rico
09/24/2019 - 12:39
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Los informes iniciales dicen que no hay heridos y no se prevé amenaza de tsunami para la isla.
6.3 magnitude earthquake strikes off the coast of Puerto Rico
09/24/2019 - 10:42
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Initial reports say no one is hurt and there is no threat of tsunami for the island after the late-night quake.
Marching forward from Hurricane Maria: Puerto Ricans rally in Philadelphia two years after the storm
09/23/2019 - 15:56
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The People of Puerto Rico March remembered those lost to Hurricane Maria, and showed unity among those on and off the island.
Philadelphia gives back to Puerto Rico with Sunflower Philly fundraiser
09/19/2019 - 18:01
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On Sept. 28, local graffiti artist Christian “TAMEARTZ” Rodriguez will host an all-day celebration of hip hop culture, music, and Puerto Rico at the North Philadelphia community space.
Who will actually pay for Trump's border wall?
09/06/2019 - 07:34
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The official version is the Department of Defense will divert Pentagon funds to build the wall. But what is behind the selection process for projects that will run out of funds?
¿Quién pagará realmente por el muro fronterizo de Trump?
09/06/2019 - 07:30
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La versión oficial es que el Departamento de Defensa desviará fondos del presupuesto del Pentágono para construir el muro. ¿Cuáles son los proyectos que quedarán sin fondos?
Fernando Armstrong abraza las oportunidades del Censo 2020
09/05/2019 - 12:35
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El director regional del censo de 2020 reflexiona sobre su trayectoria--y sobre la evolución del censo desde sus primeros días como líder del censo en Puerto Rico.
Fernando Armstrong embraces the opportunities of the 2020 Census
09/05/2019 - 12:18
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The regional director of the 2020 census reflects on his journey - and how the census has evolved since his first days as a census leader in Puerto Rico.
Caught between Wanda and Dorian: the aftermath of #RickyRenuncia
08/28/2019 - 16:11
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The ousting of the governor, a Supreme Court ruling, and the arrival of Wanda Vázquez to power leave Puerto Rico weaker than ever when facing another natural disaster.
Atrapados entre Wanda y Dorian: el aftermath de #RickyRenuncia
08/28/2019 - 16:06
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La renuncia del gobernador y la llegada de Wanda Vázquez al poder dejan a Puerto Rico más endeble que nunca a la hora de enfrentar otro desastre natural.
América en una encrucijada
08/23/2019 - 18:20
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Naciones más pequeñas le dan cátedra a América sobre el poder del pueblo.
America, when will you do a Puerto Rico?
08/23/2019 - 17:43
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Smaller nations teach America a lesson in people power.
Ni viento, ni agua: una nueva exposición dedicada a la recuperación de Puerto Rico
08/23/2019 - 16:32
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La nueva exhibición de Da Vinci Art Alliance presenta artistas provenientes de la isla y parte de la comunidad de la diáspora estadounidense.
"Nor Wind, Nor Water": A new exhibition dedicated to Puerto Rican recovery
08/23/2019 - 15:53
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The new Da Vinci Art Alliance showcase features artists that are both from the island and part of the American diaspora community.
Harvest revival in Puerto Rico after María
08/21/2019 - 14:04
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The development of agriculture in Puerto Rico has been one of the biggest challenges in the country for decades. Today, it is an opportunity for the Island's recovery.
Renace la cosecha en Puerto Rico tras el golpe de María
08/21/2019 - 13:50
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El desarrollo de la agricultura en Puerto Rico ha sido uno de los más grandes retos del país durante décadas. Hoy en día, es una oportunidad para la recuperación de la Isla.
Puerto Rico para el mundo: “Somos más, y no tenemos miedo,”
08/21/2019 - 09:00
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Un mes después de que los grandes escándalos y las protestas masivas produjeran la renuncia del gobernador Ricardo Rosselló, Puerto Rico se encuentra lidiando con una nueva realidad.
From #RickyLeaks to #RickyRenuncia: The Political Hurricane that Swept Puerto Rico
08/21/2019 - 09:00
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A month after major scandals and massive protests brought Governor Ricardo Rosselló’s resignation, Puerto Rico grapples with a new reality.
The promise of the 2020 Census for Philadelphia and beyond
08/15/2019 - 09:43
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Fernando Armstrong, 2020 Census regional director, looks to ensure that everyone in the Philadelphia region is counted in the upcoming census.
Puerto Rico gets third governor in week
08/08/2019 - 10:46
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Former Secretary of Justice Wanda Vázquez Garced was sworn in late Wednesday afternoon. A week ago, she didn’t want the position.
The School of Pennsylvania Ballet welcomes Puerto Rican dancers
08/01/2019 - 11:33
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An instructor at The School of Pennsylvania Ballet offers a unique opportunity for young ballet students from the island.
Is Pedro Pierluisi the best option for Puerto Rico?
07/31/2019 - 16:30
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The unanimous answer to be heard coming from the Island? "No!"
¿Es Pedro Pierluisi la mejor opción para Puerto Rico?
07/31/2019 - 15:38
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La respuesta unánime de la Isla es “No”