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Gov. DeSantis-Backed School Boards Begin Firing Florida Educators
Educational leaders who enforced mask mandates during the COVID-19 pandemic are among the casualties.
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Former Matt Gaetz Associate Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Sex Trafficking of a Minor
Joel Greenberg’s cooperation could play a role in an investigation into Florida’s Republican congressman over whether he paid a 17-year-old girl for sex.
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Puerto Rico Extends LUMA’s Contract Despite Strong Opposition
Since LUMA began operations on the island, blackouts have become more frequent, several of them wide-scale, and electric rates have increased seven times.
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7 New Bilingual Children’s Books to Celebrate Navidad and the Holiday Season
These newly released, beautifully illustrated books in Spanish and English will delight kids and give parents, abuelos y tíos the opportunity to share inspiring fun stories with los pequeños.
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8 Florida Attractions You Can Enjoy for Free
“The best things in life are free,” goes the song. And this is especially true in the Sunshine State, where you can enjoy many fun activities–from bird watching to wine tasting, and from visiting fascinating museums to fabulous beaches—all at zero cost to you!
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3 Vegan Versions of Classic Puerto Rican Dishes
Yes, you can be vegan or invite vegans over for dinner and still enjoy traditional Puerto Rican food.
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Under DeSantis’ Leadership, the ‘Free State of Florida’ Wants to Limit Protests at the Capitol
This measure could have been used to prevent protests against segregation in the 1960s and the 2018 demonstration by high school students against gun violence, among other issues.
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3 Puerto Rican Vegan/Vegetarian Recipes for the Holidays
As more people see the benefits of a vegan or vegetarian diet, family gatherings around the holiday table can get a bit… complex. So, what to do if tía won’t eat the lechón, or primo prefers gandules to jamón? Here’s the delish solution!
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Orange County Convention Center Workers Ready to Go on Strike Over Low Wages
The employees’ decision is historical because the region’s tourism industry hasn’t seen a strike in over 20 years. Tourism workers are some of the lowest paid in the region.
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7 Easy Ways to Save Money on Your Holiday Shopping
Is your budget a little tight? Here’s the good news: You can still enjoy gift-giving without overspending or going into debt!























