MOVIES: two with classy British actors, one with American nihilism

We now know what film Canada is submitting to the Academy Awards this year. It's called The Things You Kill and is described (by Telefilm) as "a tense psychological thriller with the shadowy ambiance of a classic noir." It won an award at Sundance...

Movie Review: ‘Caught Stealing’

NEW YORK (OSV News) – Practically everyone is quirky and philosophical, and nearly everyone dies violently in the rapid-fire thriller “Caught Stealing” (Sony). As directed by Darren Aronofsky, Charlie Huston’s screenplay, adapted from his 2004...

5 things to watch for on a desolate boxing weekend: Reality TV chaos and an unexpected Olympic return

We’re down on our hands and knees over at Uncrowned this weekend, scrabbling under the sofa for anything resembling boxing action across the globe. Apart from an old dog toy, a handful of nickels and half a sandwich — don’t ask — there’s just...

Bad Bunny’s residency shows Puerto Rico’s leadership gap

Bad Bunny and his team have shown how a local brand can reach global audiences with notable success. (Credit: Bad Bunny X page) Bad Bunny’s recent residency in Puerto Rico has been rightly celebrated as a cultural and economic triumph. His shows...

The Brutalist to Highest 2 Lowest: the seven best films to watch on TV this week

Pick of the week The Brutalist The ongoing trauma of the Holocaust casts a shadow over this epic and intensely felt postwar drama from Brady Corbet. It’s also a tale of art v commerce, as Adrien Brody’s Jewish-Hungarian concentration camp survivor...

Puerto Rico, French Guiana claim CFU U-14 girls titles

Puerto Rico retained their Tier I tiara with a decisive 3-0 win over the Dominican Republic when the 2025 Caribbean Football Union U-14 Challenge Series Girls tournament concluded on Sunday, at the Ato Boldon Stadium, Couva. Avenging their only...

The votes are in: Meet the Ponce Law Boys and Girls Athlete of the Week winners

Bad Bunny reflects on successful journey ahead of new movie: 'Never forget where that dream started'

Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, better known to the world as Bad Bunny, has taken the stage in Puerto Rico during his latest shows, not just as a performer, but as a hometown hero. The superstar has been making headlines for a historic residency...

Springfield Puerto Rican Parade to kick off September 14

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Excitement is building for this year’s 35th annual Puerto Rican Parade in Springfield. This parade is a time-honored celebration that embraces the culture, heritage, and the many contributions of the Puerto Rican...

Puerto Rico to host FCCA Cruise Conference, spotlighting Caribbean industry growth

Puerto Rico hosts the FCCA Cruise Conference in October, attracting nearly 100 cruise executives to drive Caribbean tourism, partnerships, and economic growth. SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO – Excitement is growing for the opportunity to get on cruise...

Philly music this week with Nine Inch Nails, Benson Boone, Sabrina Carpenter, Oasis, and more

Philly music this week goes big with Nine Inch Nails and Benson Boone at the newly renamed arena in South Philly, Latin trap rapper Eladio Carrión on North Broad Street, Patty Jackson’s Party in the Park and — if you’re up for a road trip — Oasis’...

Artists urge action as the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture faces potential dismantling

By Lola Rosario | Edited by Patricia Guadalupe This summer, the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture (ICP in Spanish) turned 70. Amid celebrations across the island, a looming cloud threatens the iconic institution’s future as a piece of legislation...

Thousands attend 3rd annual Lorain Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival

Organizers of the third annual Lorain Puerto Rican Day Festival and Parade were pleased with the participation of residents and visitors to the International City. The Aug. 23 event took place at Oakwood Park, 2047 E. 36th St. in Lorain. Thousands...

Davido, Burna Boy, Shallipopi Lead AFRIMA 2025 Nominations as Lagos Prepares to Host Africa’s Biggest Music Celebration

Nigerian music heavyweights David ‘Davido’ Adeleke, Damini ‘Burna Boy’ Ogulu, and street-pop sensation Crown ‘Shallipopi’ Uzama have secured the highest nominations at the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2025, placing Nigeria at the forefront of...

CPI Sues Puerto Rico Department of Economic Development for Withholding Data on Tourism Incentives

San Juan, PR – The Centro de Periodismo Investigativo (CPI) has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC, by its Spanish acronym) in the San Juan Superior Court. The legal action follows the agency’s...

Puerto Rico: When 'There's Nothing We Can Do' Isn't Good Enough

Last week, Kentucky news outlet LEX18 reported the death of Kayseri, a University of Kentucky-bred mare who was shipped to Puerto Rico and ultimately euthanized after prolonged suffering. Her story is devastating - but sadly, not unusual. Kayseri...

At Bad Bunny’s Sold-Out Puerto Rico Residency, Brands Score a Front-Row Seat

Bad Bunny has been booked and busy in 2025. From releasing his sixth album, hosting Saturday Night Live, announcing a world tour, and starring in Ritz’s first Super Bowl commercial, the Puerto Rican artist has been everywhere. However, a milestone...

‘Caught Stealing’ Is the First Real Austin Butler Movie

Darren Aronofsky's wild ride through Nineties NYC has gunfights, car chases, Hasidic gangsters and an adorable cat — but its star is the main attraction It’s last call at Paul’s, the dive bar down the block from Benny’s Burritos on the corner of...

Estudiantes de Escuela Elemental en Bayamón exhibirán sus obras de artes en el Capitolio

SAN JUAN – Los estudiantes de la Escuela Elemental Especializada en Desarrollo de Talentos José Campeche en Bayamón, abrirán su primera exhibición de obras artísticas en El Capitolio este próximo jueves, esto como parte de la iniciativa del...

Darren Aronofsky takes an artistic detour with the fast-paced crime drama Caught Stealing

click to enlarge Austin Butler does the most with one of Aronofsky's lighter films. Darren Aronofsky is not a filmmaker associated with light entertainment, so it's a bit surprising to see him behind the throwback caper Caught Stealing. Set in...