A new government study has revealed that nearly half of the United States' tap water contains one or more "forever chemicals" known as PFAS, which have been linked to a range of health problems. The study is the first nationwide effort to test for PFAS in tap water from private sources, and is a reminder of the importance of being aware of the water sources in your area. The EPA has established a health advisory level for two types of PFAS, but individuals should take steps to protect their health, such as using a water filter or drinking bottled water.
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A new study has revealed that high school textbooks used in the United States largely ignore Latino history, with only 28 of the 222 important topics related to Latino history being covered well. This lack of coverage comes at a time when the U.S. Hispanic population is growing rapidly, and UnidosUS President and CEO Janet Murguía is calling for a comprehensive review of textbooks to ensure that Latino history is properly represented. The study's authors are also recommending that states and school districts develop and implement standards for teaching Latino history.
Puerto Rican woman Carliz De La Cruz Hernández has filed a lawsuit against reggaeton artist Bad Bunny, claiming that her voice and phrase were used without her permission in two of the artist's songs. She is seeking damages and a court order to stop the artist from using her voice and phrase, as well as proper credit for her contribution. The lawsuit is still pending and the artist has not commented.
After 30 years of searching, Patricia Kopta's family has been reunited with the 83-year-old woman. Kopta, known as "Sparrow," had gone missing from her home in 1992 and was eventually found in an adult care home in Puerto Rico. Ross Township Police Department had pursued leads in her disappearance for years, and Kopta's family was finally able to reunite with her after she began to divulge details of her whereabouts.
Key takeaways: The Senate voted 54-45 to confirm Judge Gina Méndez-Miró to the federal district court in Puerto Rico, passing a key test vote. President…
Three U.S. tourists were stabbed in Puerto Rico's renowned seaside community of La Perla after being warned not to take pictures. The incident follows a similar attack two years ago when a tourist was killed and set on fire after being warned not to take pictures while buying drugs. The Puerto Rican police are currently investigating the incident and are warning tourists to be aware of their surroundings and to avoid taking pictures of people or places that may be considered off-limits.