Telemundo, NBC, other NBC channels off air on Liberty’s lineup over rate dispute
April 5, 2019
NBCUniversal Media, a U.S.-based mass media conglomerate, has blocked access to Telemundo and NBC Puerto Rico because Liberty Puerto Rico did not accept a rate increase that would see retransmission for these channels more than double over two years, the television provider said. At 6 p.m., NBCUniversal also removed 13 other channels from Liberty’s lineup […]
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P.R. to host World Travel and Tourism Council 2020 Global Summit
April 5, 2019
Puerto Rico will host the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) 2020 Global Summit from April 21-23 next year at the Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan, Gov. Ricardo Rosselló announced while in Spain — this year’s host. The Puerto Rico Tourism Company and Discover Puerto Rico will host the summit, regarded as the most […]
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SBA’s National SBIR road tour to stop in P.R. in November
April 5, 2019
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced it will launch a 16-stop road tour connecting entrepreneurs working on advanced technology to the largest source of early stage funding – the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The SBIR Road Tour will stop in Puerto Rico Nov. 15, the agency announced. […]
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P.R. Community Foundation to testify in Congressional energy hearings
April 5, 2019
The Puerto Rico Community Foundation will testify before the U.S. Natural Resources Committee during a hearing focusing on “Rebuilding and Privatization of the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority,” the nonprofit announced. Foundation President Nelson Colón-Tarrats will present his comments on April 9, at 10 a.m. On March 16, a delegation from the Committee of Natural […]
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Fundación Mapfre joins United Nations organization #speakup campaign
April 5, 2019
The Fifth Global Road Safety Week will take place May 6-12 around the world, promoted by the United Nations Organization and coordinated by the World Health Organization. This year, the week will focus on giving everyone a voice so they can come up with solutions to help reduce the number of fatalities and injuries caused […]
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Total Petroleum P.R. invests $50M in fuel terminal expansion
April 4, 2019
Total Petroleum Puerto Rico, Corp., invested $50 million in the expansion of its Guaynabo Bulk facility to double its storage capacity to the equivalent of six weeks of sales. “This significant investment carried out over the past two years signals Total’s commitment to Puerto Rico. It allows Total, as a responsible energy major, to strengthen […]
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MCS executives join industry experts in ’19 P.R. Health Insurance conference April 5
April 4, 2019
MCS executives will join industry experts in the 2019 Puerto Rico Health Insurance Conference on April 5 to discuss from the private sector’s perspective some of the most controversial challenges impacting the industry, and how they can be addressed, organizers announced. In response to the many challenges stemming from current federal underfunding policies, the healthcare […]
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Health Industry Information Platform mobile app hits local market
April 4, 2019
Two years since its conceptualization, the Health Industry Information Platform mobile app has been launched in Puerto Rico to gather sector information and put it in the hands of physicians with private practices. Salvador Rovira, who heads the initiative, said the information will also benefit hospitals. About $150,000 in private investment was made to establish […]
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What’s the better IRA for you?
April 4, 2019
[SPONSORED POST] It’s tax season, and you are looking for a tax relief. An IRA could be the perfect option for you, and it will help you save for your retirement and at the same time it would give you that relief that you are looking for. Before you choose a product, it is important […]
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FirstBank, Multisensory Reading Centers partner to help students with reading difficulties
April 4, 2019
FirstBank joined Multisensory Reading Centers of Puerto Rico and its “Readers for the Future” intervention program to provide specialized instruction aimed at optimizing reading skills in K-3 children at elementary schools Manuel Elzaburu Vizcarrondo in Cantera and Luis Llorens Torres in San Juan, the entities announced. Stating that only 43% of students in Puerto Rico […]
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COR3 Office disburse $237M+ in recovery funds on 1st day as FEMA funds monitor
April 3, 2019
The Central Office of Recovery, Reconstruction and Resiliency, known as COR3, announced the disbursement of more than $237 million to several municipalities and government agencies, representing the first transaction after assuming the duties from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. COR3 Executive Director Omar Marrero said the disbursements were achieved in compliance with federal policies and procedures […]
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Contractors seek clarification of certain tax reform concepts
April 3, 2019
The Tax Affairs committee of the Puerto Rico Chapter of the Association of General Contractors of America (AGC-PR) asked the Treasury Department and offered its help to establish clear and uniform rules for the application in the construction industry of certain adopted changes under the Tax Reform of 2019. This request was made at the […]
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P.R. Public Health Trust joins gov’t agencies, communities, health institutions, academia
April 3, 2019
The Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust announced the creation of the Puerto Rico Public Health Trust to work in partnership with multiple sectors including governmental agencies, communities, the health care delivery system, businesses, media and academia. The Science Trust was designated by the Puerto Rico Legislature as the Puerto Rico Public Health Institute […]
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New $1.1M Baskin-Robbins store opens in Dorado
April 3, 2019
Island Creamery Company Inc., franchise holder of Baskin-Robbins in Puerto Rico, announced the addition of a new store in the Doramar Shopping Center in Dorado, through a $1.1 million investment. The new store will create about 26 new jobs and is the first new store ICI has opened since acquiring the franchise rights in Puerto […]
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Rosselló unveils legislation to regulate sports betting, includes e-sports, fantasy sports
April 2, 2019
Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló introduced legislation to regulate sports gambling on the island, which is expected to attract visitors and improve the economy, he said during a news conference. The legislation includes a reorganization with a new public policy in favor of gambling. In anticipation of unveiling the bill, the government referred to two […]
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