Leading the acclaimed salsa group El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, he brought the music of his native island to a worldwide audience for more than 60 years.
Category: Puerto Rico
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How Bad Bunny’s Puerto Rico Residency is Boosting the Economy
Bad Bunny’s three-month concert series in San Juan is spurring a short-term surge in Puerto Rico’s economy.
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Hoping to See Bad Bunny in Puerto Rico? Here Are 6 Things to Do While You’re There.
His sold-out residency highlights elements of Puerto Rican culture that many visitors miss, but a little digging can give travelers a richer experience.
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Prominent Cryptocurrency Investor Faces Senate Tax Inquiry
The Finance Committee’s top Democrat sent a letter last month to Dan Morehead, the founder of Pantera Capital, about the investigation.
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Bad Bunny Talks ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos,’ His ‘Most Puerto Rican’ Album Yet
In an exclusive interview, the world-conquering Latin superstar discusses why his new album is filled with traditional sounds and rhythms from his homeland.
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Liza Colón-Zayas’s Medallion Connects Her to Her Puerto Rican Heritage
The heirloom, passed down by her grandmother, connects the Emmy-nominated actress to her Puerto Rican heritage.
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Tether Co-Founder Faces the Unraveling of a Crypto Dream
Brock Pierce arrived in Puerto Rico seven years ago, promising to use crypto magic to revitalize the local economy. Now he’s mired in legal disputes and fighting with his business partners.
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I.R.S. Failed to Police Puerto Rico Tax Break, Whistle-Blower Says
An insider accused the agency of failing to scrutinize a lucrative tax break in Puerto Rico designed to lure wealthy Americans to the island.
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The Terrifying Allure of Mona Island
Why had immigrants, seekers and pilgrims been drawn for centuries to the treacherous shores of Mona Island? I set off to find out.
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In Puerto Rico, Finding a Way Back to ‘Perfect Beach’
On the spectacular northern coast of Puerto Rico, a writer’s favorite stretch of golden sand beckoned, but getting there legally would take some creativity.
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Amanda Serrano and Danila Ramos Plan to Show They Can Box by Men’s Rules
When Amanda Serrano and Danila Ramos meet in the ring Friday night, they will spar for 12 three-minute rounds, following the format used for men’s fights.
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Myke Towers Is Seizing His Moment
The New York Times – Music:In just a few years, the rapper has become one of the most sought-after collaborators in Latin music. His third album, “La Vida Es Una,” surveys his many aesthetics.