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Puerto Rico's community-owned solar power: alternative to frequent blackouts
Antelope County News - Nebraska
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Enid Medina Guzman always has candles on hand -- not for creating ambiance, but because one of the blackouts that plague Puerto Rico could strike at any time. But she is hopeful the lingering hardship will soon be a thing of the past: solar panels...
Indian pharma braces for Trump tariff fallout
Forbes India
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To lower costs for patients, the US started outsourcing, particularly cheaper generic drugs, from countries like India and China. Image: Amit Dave / Reuters The Indian pharmaceutical industry is bracing for potential disruption as the Trump...
Nearly 50 years strong: Maka’s Taekwondo eyes international stage with help from community
Tea Weekly - South Dakota
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July 31, 2025
In 1978, Lisa Maka opened a Taekwondo studio. Now, nearly 50 years later, Maka and her class are looking to compete in an international tournament in Puerto Rico and are fundraising to meet their goals with a pancake feed, raffle auction, and...
Subcommittee reviews Puerto Rico's progress under PROMESA
SW Arkansas Times
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July 26, 2025
Today, the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs conducted an oversight hearing to evaluate Puerto Rico's fiscal recovery under the Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA). The session was led by Subcommittee...
PrizePicks gains gaming licenses in Puerto Rico and Maine
Yogonet International
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July 25, 2025
Daily fantasy sports operator PrizePicks has secured gaming licenses in both Puerto Rico and Maine. The milestone positions the company as the first licensed DFS operator in Puerto Rico. Players in Maine can now access the platform’s signature...
Walmart recalls: Play kitchens with strangulation hazard, minifridge that can catch on fire
MLive - Michigan
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July 31, 2025
This week’s recalls and consumer warnings at America’s largest retailer include With thousands of products on shelves and available online, Walmart serves millions of Americans; 90% of the U.S. population lives within 10 miles of a Walmart store....
Bad Bunny adidas sneaker line inspired by Puerto Rico drops
The Journal News - New York
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In the midst of his legendary residency in Puerto Rico's capital city, reggaeton singer and rapper Bad Bunny dropped a new line of vibrant sneakers inspired by iconic towns in his homeland. The most recent shoe design to drop from the adidas x Bad...
UNIVERSAL HEALTH SERVICES, INC. ANNOUNCES FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE THREE AND SIX-MONTH PERIODS ENDED JUNE 30, 2025, AND INCREASES 2025 FULL YEAR OPERATING RESULTS FORECAST
WFMZ - Pennsylvania
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Consolidated Results of Operations, As Reported and As Adjusted – Three-month periods ended June 30, 2025 and 2024: KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) announced today that its reported...
Puerto Rico ceases negotiations on $20bn LNG contract with New Fortress Energy
Offshore Technology
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July 24, 2025
Puerto Rico has terminated discussions with New Fortress Energy regarding a $20bn liquefied natural gas (LNG) contract, reported Reuters, citing Bloomberg. The decision came after New Fortress reportedly refused to consider amendments to the...
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Syracuse.com - New York
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July 31, 2025
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World’s Fourth-Busiest Arena Overcomes Difficult Dome Acoustics with L-Acoustics K2
Sound & Video Contractor
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July 31, 2025
Despite initial construction on Movistar Arena beginning in 1956, the structure remained unfinished and unused for 50 years. But today, Santiago, Chile’s multipurpose arena at O’Higgins Park has more than made up for lost time. Two years after it...
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Syracuse.com - New York
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July 31, 2025
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Borderless Magazine Welcomes CJ Ortuño as First Chief Development Officer
Borderless
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July 31, 2025
Borderless Magazine is excited to welcome CJ Ortuño as the organization’s first Chief Development Officer. Ortuño brings nearly 20 years of nonprofit executive leadership to the growing nonprofit news outlet dedicated to covering immigration and...
NFL Hall of Fame Game tonight: BetMGM bonus code “CUSE150″ provides $150 betting bonus for Chargers vs. Lions
Syracuse.com - New York
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July 31, 2025
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Syracuse.com - New York
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July 31, 2025
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Puerto Rico must monitor US-Brazil rift and brace for trade ripple effects
News is My Business
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July 24, 2025
The U.S. and Brazil are at a standoff over tariffs. (Credit: Les Cunliffe | Dreamstime.com) After nearly 30 years of working with Brazil’s business environment, I have come to deeply appreciate the country’s economic potential, entrepreneurial...
Engineers explain replacement process for Baltimore’s Key Bridge
WTOP - District Columbia
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July 31, 2025
As engineers and workers demolish what’s left of Baltimore’s Key Bridge, plans are underway for a new span that Maryland wants to open by the fall of 2028. Officials said moving the new bridge more than 260 feet to the east will allow crews to...
ASEDA signs MOU that could lead to deep sea nodule collaboration
Samoa News
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July 31, 2025
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A leading U.S. innovator in rare earth element (REE) and critical mineral refining, announced yesterday the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the American Samoa Economic Development Authority (ASEDA),...
A Passing Scare in D.C.: Puerto Rico Fiscal Oversight Board Faces Questions, Not Consequences
Centro de Periodismo Investigativo
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July 25, 2025
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 Hearing: Puerto Rico’s Fiscal Recovery under PROMESA and the Road Ahead Washington D.C. At 9:45 a.m., there was a line forming in one of the corridors of the Longworth House Office Building of the U.S. House of...
Puerto Rico maintains 5G leadership with top coverage, strong adoption
News is My Business
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July 24, 2025
As Ookla’s report indicates, markets with mature 5G often begin to shift focus toward enterprise applications, smart city platforms and next-generation business connectivity. (Credit: thanakorn hormniam | Dreamstime.com) Puerto Rico continues to...