A proposed law protecting those with natural Black and Afro-textured hair is on the line in Puerto Rico. Senate Bill 1282 is inspired by the CROWN Act, which is currently law in 24 American states and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. “Puerto Rico doesn’t just export music, we export culture, history, and spirit,” Rafael Cepeda Rivera says. Photo: Victoria Leadra ...

CHICAGO -- Brenda Torres-Figueroa is an Afro-Puerto Rican who examines gender and racial identity as a visual and performance artist. "Performance is an art form that works with identity politics and ...

As Latine Heritage Month unfolds, it’s crucial to spotlight the contributions of Afro-Latine figures who have shaped history and culture. Among them is Arturo Alfonso Schomburg, a Puerto Rican ...

The Virginia-based Afro-Puerto Rican orchestra Kadencia announced its participation in the Apple TV+ series “Swagger,” a basketball series loosely based on the story of NBA superstar Kevin Durant.

Image Source: Flushing Town Hall Bomba is a percussion-driven musical style formed in 17th century Puerto Rico. African slaves used “bomba” lyrics to express political and spiritual emotions while ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Excitement is building for this year’s 35th annual Springfield Puerto Rican Parade and the city is already preparing. We are still a few months away from celebrating one of ...