Arecibo Observatory opens call for annual research program
December 5, 2019
Applications are now available for the 2020 Arecibo Observatory Research Experience for Undergraduates and Teachers program (REUT), funded by the National Science Foundation. The program provides those selected an opportunity to work on a research project or help with instrument development with the scientists at the observatory. The observatory is home to one of the […]
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Saborea Puerto Rico Winter Party slated for Dec. 11
December 5, 2019
Saborea Puerto Rico is returning with its Christmas edition, the Saborea Puerto Rico Winter Party, Dec. 11, at the San Juan Marriott and Stellaris Casino. The event will feature more than 20 of the best local chefs and restaurants. The party starts at 6:30 p.m. with music at the Red Coral Lounge at the San […]
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FEMA, COR3 award $44M+ to University of P.R. system
December 4, 2019
The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Puerto Rico Central Office of Recovery, Reconstruction and Resiliency, or COR3, have awarded more than $44 million in federal grants to the University of Puerto Rico to cover costs for emergency protective measures related to Hurricane María. The awards bring the amount of funds obligated under FEMA’s Public […]
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Iconic Morton’s The Steakhouse reopens after 2-year hiatus
December 4, 2019
Morton’s The Steakhouse will reopen its doors at The Caribe Hilton Hotel today, following a two-year hiatus caused by damage inflicted by Hurricane María to the oceanfront property. The restaurant, like most of San Juan, suffered extensive damage from the 2017 storms, which prompted the need for a full remodel, company executives confirmed. “Given the […]
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HUD assigns $277M to P.R. as part of $2.3B nationwide allocation
December 4, 2019
Puerto Rico has been assigned $277.8 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, pushing to $20.2 million the island has received in long-term disaster recovery support. The agency announced the allocation of more than $2.3 billion to support hard-hit areas in 15 states, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa and […]
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Health Gorilla partners with 4 P.R. hospitals to improve technology
December 4, 2019
California-based Health Gorilla announced that four new healthcare partners have adopted its technology platform to advance clinical interoperability efforts in Puerto Rico. The solution enables the participating health care ecosystem – patients, payers, providers, digital health solutions, and labs – to seamlessly share health data and aggregate each patient’s entire clinical history in one place. […]
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Op-Ed: Advantages of social networks for small- and mid-sized businesses
December 4, 2019
Nowadays, being an entrepreneur in a medium like ours is a real challenge. Well, let’s be honest, the obstacles we have to cross are many, and the support we have is almost null. Moreover, we could say that we live in an environment where entrepreneurship is not welcome. If you are one of the few […]
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Caguas unveils $3.8M Business Disaster Response and Recovery Center
December 4, 2019
Caguas Mayor William E. Miranda-Torres announced the start of construction of the Business Disaster Response and Recovery Center, a $3.8 million project that will be developed in the town’s urban center. The project includes the expansion of the Inova business incubator, said Miranda-Torres, who chairs the organization’s board. “Today we’re breaking ground on what soon, […]
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‘The Banker’ names Banco Popular ‘Bank of the Year in Puerto Rico’
December 4, 2019
Banco Popular de Puerto Rico has been named “Bank of the Year Puerto Rico” by “The Banker,” The Financial Times’ international banking magazine. This marks the sixth consecutive year Banco Popular de Puerto Rico has received this prestigious recognition, the financial institution confirmed. “The Banker” highlighted Banco de Puerto Rico’s continued growth as Puerto Rico […]
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P.R.’s Concalma debuts in ’19 Made in America Holiday Gift Guide
December 4, 2019
Concalma, a Puerto Rican brand of tote bags manufactured at an industrial women-owned factory in Utuado, has been included in Alliance for American Manufacturing’s 2019 Made in America Holiday Gift Guide, becoming the first company to represent the island in the publication. The guide is an annual collection of holiday gift ideas from companies that […]
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Caguas Mini Maker Faire 2020 calls on entrepreneurs to show their talents
December 4, 2019
Creativity and technological production fair, Caguas Mini Maker Faire 2020, is opening a call to all entrepreneurs to showcase their talents during the fourth edition of the event slated for Feb. 29, 2020 at the Centro Criollo de Ciencia y Tecnología (C3Tec). The “makers” event, which in prior editions has drawn more than 1,000 visitors, […]
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T-Mobile launches 5G network across P.R., Vieques and Culebra
December 3, 2019
T-Mobile announced the launch of Puerto Rico’s first 5G wireless network, which blankets areas in every town, including Vieques and Culebra, Jorge Martel, general manager of the island’s operation, confirmed. Puerto Rico became one of the first markets in the U.S. mainland, and the world, to offer 5G technology, he said. “Today T-Mobile fulfills its […]
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Study: P.R. hospitals show higher readmission, mortality rates vs. U.S. peers
December 3, 2019
Puerto Rico hospitals show, in general, higher readmission and mortality rates than their peers in the U.S. mainland, as well as longer emergency room stays for patient, a study by San Juan-based V2A Consulting firm. In general, Puerto Rico hospitals score lower than the national average in quality metrics, based on reports from the Centers […]
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Op-Ed: Avoid holiday scams, protect consumer trust and your bottom line
December 3, 2019
‘Tis the season to be jolly and keep a watchful eye out for costly cons! With the holidays nearing, millions of Americans will be out shopping for their family, friends and loved ones. It is estimated that Americans will spend more than $1.1 trillion this holiday season — an increase of 4% or $1,047.83, when […]
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Evertec announces completion of Colombia’s PlacetoPay acquisition
December 3, 2019
Evertec announced that it completed the acquisition of 100% of the shares of capital stock of EGM Engineering Without Borders, known commercially as PlacetoPay. Based in Colombia, PlacetoPay is a gateway and payment service provider primarily in Colombia and Ecuador. Evertec entered into the agreement on July 26, 2019, as this media outlet reported. “We’re […]
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