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PRABIA, Rice Tec host students for agriculture program
10+ hour, 57+ min ago (318+ words) The Puerto Rico Agricultural Biotechnology Industry Association (Prabia) highlighted agricultural research and biotechnology careers for 46 high school students during the Agriculture Week Challenge, an educational initiative organized by the College of Agricultural Sciences at the University of Puerto Rico at…...
PREPA sues New Fortress over $55 M in fuel costs
17+ hour, 17+ min ago (549+ words) The Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority has filed a federal lawsuit against NFEnergia LLC, Atlantic Energy Holdings LLC and New Fortress Energy Inc. , seeking at least $54. 9 million in damages over alleged failures to deliver liquefied natural gas to Puerto Rico's…...
Uber Eats expands as summer orders surge in Puerto Rico
7+ hour, 33+ min ago (300+ words) Uber Eats is expanding its footprint in Puerto Rico, adding service in Santa Isabel and Guayama as the company reports seasonal shifts in consumer behavior that are driving more demand for shared meals, late-night deliveries and tourist orders. The new…...
Analysis: Puerto Rico doesn't need a disconnect law
10+ hour, 41+ min ago (392+ words) Puerto Rico does not need a new "right to disconnect" law. The proposal may sound compassionate, but it is really a solution in search of a problem. In most workplaces, after-hours communication is already governed by professional norms, internal policies…...
Analysis: Why prediction will redefine smartphones next
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (488+ words) For more than a decade, smartphone competition has revolved around familiar selling points: faster processors, better cameras, longer battery life and stronger ecosystems. Those features will continue to matter, but a new competitive frontier is beginning to emerge " one that…...
Formula 1 simulators debut at Luis Mu'oz Mar'n Airport
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (354+ words) Passengers traveling through Puerto Rico's Luis Mu'oz Mar'n International Airport now have a new entertainment option with the opening of Forza PR Simulator, a racing-simulation venue that offers Formula 1-style driving experiences. The attraction allows visitors to use advanced simulators…...
MCS marks Brain Health Month with employee initiative
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (277+ words) MCS brought employees together for an educational activity in observance of Brain Health and Alzheimer's Awareness Month, focusing on habits that support cognitive health and overall well-being. The initiative presented brain health as part of a broader approach to wellness,…...
Venture summit spotlights startups seeking growth capital
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (288+ words) The event, held at the Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust's Forward Center, included the fifth annual Unlock Capital Founder Showcase. Participating companies included PRTronics, Mana-T-Studios, Quantum Care, Supply Veins and A&GS Contractors, along with Ron Artesano, Raya…...
Dairy Queen returns to Puerto Rico with 20-store plan
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (473+ words) International Dairy Queen Inc. has signed an agreement to bring the DQ brand back to Puerto Rico, with plans to open 20 DQ Grill & Chill restaurants across the island by 2036. The expansion will be led by Caribbean Creamery LLC, an affiliate…...
Agriculture, grocers partner to boost local egg sales
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (426+ words) The Puerto Rico Department of Agriculture has reached agreements with several supermarket chains to promote locally produced eggs, while preparing a nearly $1 million federal purchase to help egg producers facing pressure from lower-priced imports. Agriculture Secretary Irving Rodr'guez-Torres said the…...