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Puerto Rico Pauses as Bad Bunny Makes Super Bowl Halftime History

Sarah Olivella February 9, 2026

Puerto Rico stood still for 13 unforgettable minutes as Bad Bunny transformed the Super Bowl halftime show into a historic celebration of culture, identity, and representation. Across San Juan and towns throughout the island, daily routines stopped, conversations paused, and thousands gathered in homes, bars, beaches, and public plazas to witness a moment that transcended sports. The performance became a defining cultural event, reflecting Puerto Rico’s resilience, artistic influence, and

Takaichi’s Landslide Fuels Conservative Shift

Felipe Cardona February 9, 2026

Japan entered a new political phase after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi delivered the most decisive electoral victory in the modern history of the ruling party,

Massive Potomac River Sewage Leak Spurs Months-Long Repair and Public Health Concerns

Sarah Olivella February 9, 2026

A massive sewage leak into the Potomac River is now expected to take months to fully repair, after officials discovered severe structural damage and a

Supreme Court to Review Birthright Citizenship Challenge

Sarah Olivella December 7, 2025

Supreme Court to Review Birthright Citizenship as Constitutional Debate Widens The Supreme Court has agreed to examine a major legal dispute involving birthright citizenship, stepping

EU Fines Elon Musk’s X $140 Million Over Digital Rule Violations

Sarah Olivella December 6, 2025

The European Union has imposed a $140 million penalty on X, the platform previously known as Twitter, after determining that the company failed to comply

Netflix Moves to Acquire Warner Bros for $72 Billion in Landmark Entertainment Deal

Felipe Cardona December 5, 2025

A Mega-Merger Set to Redefine Streaming Power and Hollywood Strategy Netflix has launched its most ambitious move yet: a $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros’

Federal Funding Restored for Libraries and Museums Nationwide

Sarah Olivella December 5, 2025

Federal Support Returns to Libraries and Museums Across the United States The reinstatement of federal grants for libraries and museums marks a significant turning point

U.S. Tightens Visa Rules for Applicants Linked to Online Content Oversight

Sarah Olivella December 5, 2025

Federal Guidance Targets Applicants Linked to Digital Oversight Work The U.S. State Department has issued new instructions that require consular officers to deny visas to

Trump Administration Warns Europe of Deep Identity and Security Challenges

Felipe Cardona December 5, 2025

Trump Administration Warns Europe of Deep Identity and Security Challenges The Trump administration has presented a sweeping national security strategy outlining a stark view of

U.S. Traffic Congestion Reaches Historic Levels

SMGN Publishing December 5, 2025

U.S. Traffic Congestion Surges to Record Highs in 2024 Traffic conditions across major U.S. metropolitan areas have intensified during 2024, with congestion expanding into hours

Kennedy Center Honors 2024: Major Changes Shape a New Era

SMGN Publishing December 5, 2025

A Transforming Ceremony Amid Leadership Shifts The Kennedy Center Honors, one of Washington’s most anticipated cultural celebrations, will present a dramatically transformed edition this year.

Short Bursts of Daily Activity Linked to Longer, Healthier Lives

Felipe Cardona December 5, 2025

Short Bursts of Daily Activity Linked to Longer, Healthier Lives A growing body of health research suggests that brief, vigorous bursts of movement woven into