Puerto Rico

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Mayagüez

Once-Proud Puerto Rican Zoo Faces Cruelty Allegations, Uncertain Future

It was once known as one of the Caribbean’s best zoos, but hurricane damage forced its closure in 2017. Alleging animal cruelty, some activists now say it should be closed for good.

By Coraly Cruz Mejías

Must Reads

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CABO ROJO

Puerto Rico’s Diving Fishermen Risk Health in Search for Income

A declining fish population has forced diving fishermen into deeper waters. Many exceed safe dive times to make a living and develop decompression sickness — an affliction that, without treatment, can prove fatal.

By Coraly Cruz Mejías

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A Cultural Gem Reels From Natural Disasters, Tourism Drop

By Coraly Cruz Mejías

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Mayagüez

Medical Marijuana Users Find Little Relief

Patients who rely on cannabis to treat pain and other chronic symptoms celebrated Puerto Rico’s regulation of medical marijuana. But three years later, the drug remains expensive, stigmatized and difficult to access.

By Coraly Cruz Mejías