FCC launches benefits for domestic violence survivors in U.S., Puerto Rico
September 16, 2024
Survivors can now make a request with their service provider to separate their mobile phone lines from family plans where the abuser is on the account. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico’s fiscal year tax revenue hits record $13.4B
September 16, 2024
Treasury surpasses projections by $1.01 billion, driven by excise taxes and corporate income. #NewsismyBusiness
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Rideshare platform Uber launches Uber Teens in Puerto Rico
September 16, 2024
Only Uber drivers with the highest ratings and experience, as registered on the app, can accept ride requests from teen accounts. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico Labor Dept. to launch $28M unemployment platform
September 13, 2024
The DELTA platform will streamline unemployment claims, employer services and fraud prevention. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico gov signs bill exempting nonprofits from certificate fees
September 13, 2024
Nonprofits providing free services to government agencies will no longer pay for eligibility certificates. #NewsismyBusiness
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Study confirms ‘marked drop’ of Puerto Rico’s youth population over past 20 years
September 12, 2024
The study identifies natural disasters as “triggers” for learning difficulties, apathy toward education and likelihood of dropping out of school. #NewsismyBusiness
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Puerto Rico bankruptcies up nearly 20% YOY in August
September 12, 2024
So far this year, 3,710 petitions have been filed at the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, representing a 33.9% jump when compared to the same period last year. #NewsismyBusiness
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Walmart Puerto Rico launches new bettergoods private label
September 12, 2024
The bettergoods brand joins Walmart’s list of private labels. #NewsismyBusiness
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Index: Puerto Rico’s housing affordability continues to deteriorate
September 11, 2024
The affordability problem worsened in the first quarter, which is attributed to the increase in the price of housing and high mortgage interest rates. #NewsismyBusiness
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Gov’t looking for firms to develop mixed-use complex at Roosey Roads
September 11, 2024
Proponents had until Aug. 23 to submit their plans to the agency, which is now reviewing the proposals, an LRA official said. #NewsismyBusiness
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Renovations begin at Centro Médico Plaza with $10M investment
September 11, 2024
Puerto Rico officials announce upgrades to improve emergency response and patient care. #NewsismyBusiness
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$100M socio-educational initiative Proyecto Oasis breaks ground in San Juan
September 10, 2024
The community-based investment to benefit families in Villa Prades. #NewsismyBusiness
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46 business ideas shine at Fase1 incubation program Demo Day event
September 10, 2024
More than $10,000 in prizes were awarded to the most outstanding proposals from the third cohort of Intensive, boosting the growth of local startups. #NewsismyBusiness
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NFWF grants $736K to restore coral reefs in PR/USVI
September 10, 2024
The grants were awarded through the Coral Reef Stewardship Fund. #NewsismyBusiness
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4 Puerto Rico airports get $26.2M allocation for infrastructure upgrades
September 9, 2024
Airports are getting funding for a variety of projects. #NewsismyBusiness
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