Ponce to Host Special Olympics Puerto Rico Games With 1,000 Athletes
Ponce will host the Special Olympics Puerto Rico (SOPUR) National Games next month, with more than 1,000 athletes…
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The Weekly Journal
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Digital Fair showcases Puerto Rican artisans year-round
Puerto Rican artisans now have an opportunity to showcase their work year-round through the Planeta Boricua Digital…
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Puerto Rico Senate Reviews Administration of Federal Funds
The Puerto Rico Senate continued hearings on the administration and oversight of federal funds, with community…
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OCIF orders the closure of Banex International Bank
The Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) ordered the closure of Banex International Bank, Inc.…
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Recession Alert Remains Active
Puerto Rico’s economy showed new signs of stabilization in July, recording an increase in economic activity for the…
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Puerto Rico Population Ages Rapidly as Aging Index Rises 41%
Puerto Rico’s population is aging at a rapid pace, with the island’s aging index increasing 41% between 2020 and 2025…
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With war, climate change and AI, it's a troubled world as leaders convene at the United Nations
With wars raging, temperatures rising and artificial intelligence encroaching, leaders from across the planet converge…
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Nearly $25 million project to modernize Guayanilla high school begins
Governor Jenniffer González Colón broke ground Monday on a nearly $25 million project to rehabilitate and modernize…
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Ozuna Earns Latin Grammy Nomination for “Una Aventura”
Puerto Rican reggaeton artist Ozuna has received a nomination for the 2026 Latin GRAMMYs for his song “Una Aventura,”…
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70% increase in Christmas flights expected
Holiday travel could become more expensive due to operational adjustments several airlines are making in response to…
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Construction open to recovery extension
Puerto Rico’s construction industry views with optimism the U.S. government's proposal to extend the execution…
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Puerto Rico Senate to Address Rising Housing Rental Costs in Upcoming Meeting
Puerto Rico Senate Vice President Carmelo Ríos announced plans to convene a meeting with representatives of the Puerto…
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Stock markets climb worldwide after oil prices and bond yields give back some of last week's jumps
U.S. stocks are climbing with markets worldwide after oil prices and yields in the bond market gave back some of their…
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University of Puerto Rico Receives Approval for $3.7 Million in Released Funds
The Financial Oversight and Management Board has approved the transfer and release of $3.738 million to the University…
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Untapped potential in free trade zones highlighted
Despite having an extensive network of foreign-trade zones, Puerto Rico still has physical space and operational…
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Rising gas prices frustrate voters. Trump says it's an 'inexpensive price to pay' for the Iran war
Quinten Martinez, pumping gas under a hot South Texas sun, remembers a time when fueling up didn't require difficult…
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Think Strategically: From !Ay, Bendito! to having capital that serves a purpose and producing a transformative impact
A new economic proposal seeks to mobilize billions in private capital to strengthen Puerto Rico's economy and address…
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Consumer confidence improves but remains at low levels
Consumer confidence in Puerto Rico showed a slight recovery in August, but the rebound fails to change the…
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Nine Years After Maria, Puerto Rico Still Relies on Federal Funds for Recovery
After nine years since Hurricane Maria crossed Puerto Rico, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake, the island…
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Bill seeks to extend Puerto Rico recovery deadline to 2035
With the ninth anniversary of Hurricane Maria approaching, Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández, along with Reps.…
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Puerto Rico’s Unemployment Rate Rises to 6.1% in August
Puerto Rico’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 6.1% in August, up from 6% in July, according to the latest…
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MassMutual Puerto Rico inaugurates new offices
To strengthen its financial planning practice, MassMutual Puerto Rico has inaugurated new offices as part of the firm’s…
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Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman
Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway in the next step of the transition at the top of the…
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Warmkraft PR to Invest More Than $16 Million in Mayagüez
Warmkraft Puerto Rico LLC, a division of Perimeter Insect Guard, will establish operations at the Guanajibo Industrial…
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Puerto Rican Actor Jorge Alberti Returns to Mexican Telenovelas With ‘Todavía te Amo’
Puerto Rican actor Jorge Alberti is returning to Mexican television after nearly eight years, joining the cast of…
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Self-employment solidifies its position as a work alternative
The growth of self-employment in Puerto Rico also reflects shifting labor dynamics and the evolving priorities of those…
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San Juan Festival of Speed to Bring High-Performance Cars to Hiram Bithorn Stadium
The San Juan Festival of Speed will return for its third edition on Sunday, Sept. 20, bringing automotive exhibitions…
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Retail sales increase questioned
Although retail sales increased during the fiscal year, merchants confirmed that this growth does not necessarily…
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DDEC Supports Eight Puerto Rican Companies at Americas Food & Beverage Show
The Puerto Rico Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC) is sponsoring the participation of eight Puerto…
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House Approves 11 Water Infrastructure Priorities for Puerto Rico
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved the Water Resources Development Act of 2026 (WRDA), which includes 11…
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UN-backed experts find US may have committed war crimes in Iran, and other Mideast developments
United Nations-backed human rights experts said on Thursday there are “reasonable grounds” to believe the United States…
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Maripily Rivera Unveils ‘Alegría’ Makeup Collection With OFRA Cosmetics
Puerto Rican television personality and entrepreneur Maripily Rivera has teamed up with OFRA Cosmetics for “Alegría,” a…
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Puerto Rico Senate Continues Investigation Into ‘Crudita’ Oil Tax
The Puerto Rico Senate continued its investigation into the oil tax known as the “crudita” during a public hearing that…
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SlingShot Launches Vertical Streaming Platform With $30,000 Talent Competition
Puerto Rico is entering the growing international market for mobile entertainment with the launch of SlingShot, a new…
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Multisector demand calls for a permanent solution for Medicaid
The government of Puerto Rico and several sectors warned that the Island could face a deficit of billions of dollars in…
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No relief in gasoline prices is foreseen
The impact of the geopolitical conflict between the United States and Iran, attacks on oil pipelines, and the potential…
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