Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico’s Act 22 tax break draws backlash as critics link it to displacement and rising housing costs
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Puerto Rico’s investor tax incentive known as Act 22—later folded into the island’s broader Act 60 incentives code—has become a flashpoint in debates over housing affordability and displacement, as critics argue the program helps wealthy newcomers reduce their U.S. tax bills while intensifying local pressures on rents and real estate.
Puerto Rican artist RaiNao has been named Billboard's Up-and-Coming Latin Artist for June. The recognition highlights her rising profile following recent releases and collaborations.
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The Trump administration has redirected nearly $1 billion in federal funds originally intended for rooftop solar and battery systems in Puerto Rico to the island's bankrupt electric utility. The shift prioritizes fossil fuel infrastructure, including a natural gas pipeline, over the Biden-era plan for resilient power for vulnerable residents.
Friend’s Café has launched its 12th location in Puerto Rico, marking the second outlet in Aguadilla and highlighting growth in the northwest region. The new site on Highway 107 features a drive-thru to meet evolving customer needs. Founder Wilmer Ramírez emphasized the store’s role in boosting the local economy and supporting Puerto Rican businesses.
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Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny headlined the Super Bowl LX halftime show on February 11, 2026, delivering a performance celebrated for its cultural depth. The show followed his recent Grammy win for album of the year. NPR's Alt.Latino podcast unpacked the event's symbolism with on-the-ground reporting.
In response to a US attack on Venezuela that abducted President Nicolás Maduro and killed 80 people, Puerto Rico's Madres Contra La Guerra organized protests urging local youth to resist enlistment. The group, founded in 2003 amid Iraq War recruitment drives, sees the incident as a repeat of past aggressions using Puerto Rico as a military hub. Activists highlight the reactivation of bases like Roosevelt Roads amid escalating regional tensions.
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Tainaly Y. Serrano Rivera, a college acquaintance of producer La Paciencia, is suing Bad Bunny, La Paciencia, and Rimas Entertainment for $16 million over the unauthorized use of her 2018 WhatsApp voice clip in two albums, live shows, promotions, and merchandise—marking the rapper's second such lawsuit.
Stowaway with 524 pounds of cocaine detained off Puerto Rico
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