Puerto Rico's 16th, 17th and 18th century colonial periods are responsible for much of the island's prominent European influences. Yet lesser-known, but no less significant, are the cultural ...

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When it comes to versatility, rum has it. You can take it neat, on the rocks or use it to make a cocktail. It’s synonymous with a good time. However, when you dig deep, you’ll discover its dark ...

MANHATTAN (WABC) -- Bomba is a musical tradition developed by West Africans along the coast of Puerto Rico dating back to the 17th Century, that continues to instill emotion and a sense of pride among ...

BILL FLETCHER, HOST, THE GLOBAL AFRICAN: Today on The Global African we’ll look at President Obama’s recent trip to Africa. We’ll also talk about the economic crisis in Puerto Rico. That’s today on ...

If you’re looking for an escape this winter that’s easily accessible, has tropical weather, amazing food, and rich Black history and culture, look no further than Puerto Rico. Immerse yourself in ...

Puerto Rico’s melting pot of Spanish, Taino and African roots is evident in every aspect of the country. However, the island’s rich Afro-Puerto Rican heritage and connection to Africa are highly ...

The Puerto Rican community celebrated its roots in East Harlem. Boricuas gathered on East 109th Street and 3rd Avenue for the 49th annual Loiza Festival. Participants moved to the beat of the bomba ...

A 34-year-old female African elephant being housed at a Puerto Rican zoo in crisis may soon be on its way to a sanctuary in Attapulgus, Georgia. The Dr. Juan A. Rivero zoo in Mayagüez has made ...

Dozens of students came to the legislature’s education committee meeting on Wednesday to support two bills that would require Connecticut schools to teach African American and Puerto Rican history.