Microsoft, Science Trust launch 1st ‘Girls STEAM Challenge’
March 8, 2019
Within the framework of the celebration of the International Women’s Week, and the purpose of promoting the participation of girls and adolescents in the disciplines of STEAM, Microsoft Puerto Rico alongside with the Science, Technology & Research Trust announce the First Microsoft Girls STEAM Challenge. The challenge is aimed at students of public and private […]
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Centros Sor Isolina Ferré promotes English-language proficiency
March 8, 2019
Centros Sor Isolina Ferré is offering an English Immersion program to help participants improve their proficiency in the second language. The program started as an initiative financed by Ashton Soniat, founder and chief officer of Dufossat Capital, who moved to the island after the enactment of Acts 20/22. His donation of more than $48,000 made […]
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Caribbean Food Championships to be held in P.R. Mar. 16-17
March 8, 2019
Caribbean Food Champioships, a culinary competition featuring international cooks and chefs will take place for the first time in Puerto Rico on Mar. 16-17, organizers announced. The two-day competition features nine categories and is the pass to the final World Food Championship in Texas, where the winner will have the opportunity to participate for more […]
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P.R.’s 1st private emergency operations center opens in Bayamón
March 8, 2019
Following a $110,000 investment, a partnership between emergency management firm ISP and telecom company WorldNet, opened Puerto Rico’s first privately-run Business Continuity Center in Bayamón. The center is equipped with the necessary technology to allow any government agency or company to continue its operations despite any emergency or disaster. The Business Continuity Center will provide […]
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Cape Air re-launches SJ/Culebra, SJ/Virgin Gorda service on April 10
March 7, 2019
Cape Air announced the restart of service between San Juan and Culebra and between San Juan and Virgin Gorda, starting April 10. Four daily flights will operate between San Juan and Culebra and three daily flights will operate between San Juan and Virgin Gorda, the carrier announced. “As the Caribbean continues to rebuild, Cape Air […]
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Discover P.R. participates in ITB Berlin travel conference in Germany
March 7, 2019
Destination Marketing Organization Discover Puerto Rico will have a presence at ITB Berlin, a travel trade conference in Germany and one of the most prestigious on an international scale, from Mar. 6-10. Puerto Rico will meet with international press, tour operators, travel technology organizations, travel agencies and traffic carriers from around the world to discuss […]
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Tropizen launches 1st cannabis-infused Puerto Rican hot sauce
March 7, 2019
Tropizen, a licensed local cultivator and manufacturer of medical cannabis-products, announced the launch of the first cannabis infused Puerto Rican-style hot sauce, known locally as pique, for sale at dispensaries throughout the island. The new product represents the latest addition to a line of cannabis-infused edibles that includes real-fruit gummies offered in a variety of […]
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Red Cat releases blockchain-based drone-tracking platform
March 7, 2019
Red Cat, a provider of distributed data storage, analytics and services for the drone industry, announced the beta release of its blockchain-based black box storage, analytics and services platform to make drones trackable and accountable. Red Cat’s platform release includes several integrated systems that enable industry regulators to track and review drone flight data, insurance […]
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New Fortress Energy signs contract to supply natural gas to PREPA
March 6, 2019
New Fortress Energy LLC announced that its Puerto Rico subsidiary, NFEnergía LLC, has entered into a contract with the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority for the supply of natural gas and conversion of Units 5 and 6 of the San Juan Combined Cycle Power Plant. The initial term of the contract is five years, with […]
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P.R. Tourism Co. launches campaign to boost travel agencies
March 6, 2019
Looking to strengthen the island’s tourism industry, the Puerto Rico Tourism Co. has launched an educational campaign to inform the public about the benefits provided by agency-certified travel agencies certified when planning trips or vacations. Certified Travel Agencies provide travelers a wide variety of alternatives to vacation in and outside the island, with the guarantee […]
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SBA’s ‘Emerging Leaders initiative’ to help growing entrepreneurs opens ’19 call
March 6, 2019
The U.S. Small Business Administration and its Atlantic Regional Office announced the launch of the 2019 “Emerging Leaders Initiative” for executives of small businesses poised for growth in emerging markets. Local area recruitment for the 2019 training cycle is currently ongoing in Region II’s New York, Syracuse, New Jersey and Puerto Rico District Offices, which […]
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Startup With Purpose Foundation to launch new entrepreneur program
March 6, 2019
The Startup With Purpose Foundation, a nonprofit based in Palo Alto, California, that provides entrepreneurial mindsets and opportunities to youth in underserved regions, announced the start of a new program: Startup With Purpose, Puerto Rico. The foundation has partnered with Saint John’s School in Condado to host the program on the school’s campus from June […]
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Op-Ed: In P.R.’s federal funds stalemate, both sides have share of responsibility
March 6, 2019
With the ubiquitous discussion as to the fate of the colossal federal funding currently being disbursed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the $8 billion-plus CDBG-DR funds by U.S. Housing and Urban Development, the court of public opinion has already placed warnings on the recipient, the government of Puerto Rico. But in all fairness, […]
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P.R.’s T-Mobile ‘Changemaker Challenge’ winner featured on Good Morning America
March 6, 2019
T-Mobile Changemaker Challenge winner J.I. Cruz shared his journey behind “Dios del Sol,” one of John Legere’s top 6 CEO Picks on Good Morning America Tuesday. “Dios del Sol” is creating a more sustainable future for Puerto Rico, by helping communities fund and transition to solar energy. As T-Mobile has a significant presence in Puerto […]
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Ford Fund returns to P.R. with ‘Driving Skills for Life’ program
March 6, 2019
Ford Motor Company Fund has returned to Puerto Rico with its “Driving Skills for Life” program, as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to the island, it announced This is the second time that Ford brings its free program to Puerto Rico to help teens learn safe driving skills beyond what they learn in standard […]
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