Founder of Puerto Rico's Television Week Passes Away
Don Tony Rodríguez, a renowned musician and historian of radio, cinema, and television in Puerto Rico, passed away on Wednesday, according to his family. Rodríguez was notable for his significant…
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Elderly Man Dies, Another Injured After Falling from Roof
An elderly man died and another was injured after falling from the roof of a residence in the Reparto Llanadas urbanization in Barceloneta on Tuesday afternoon. According to the police…
Heat Advisory Issued for Puerto Rico as Heat Index Could Reach 111 Degrees
The National Weather Service (NWS) in San Juan reports that Puerto Rico will remain under dry, hot conditions in the coming days due to a combination of Saharan dust and…
Puerto Rico Confirms First Cyclosporiasis Case, Linked to Travel
Puerto Rico's Department of Health confirmed on Tuesday the island's first case of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal infection. The patient, who was not immediately identified, had a history of international travel…
UPR to Host First-Ever Joint Fest Showcasing All 11 Campuses
The University of Puerto Rico (UPR) will hold UPR Fest 2026, a free event on Saturday, July 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Río Piedras Campus. For…
Sagrado and Agenda Ciudadana Partner to Boost Civic Education
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón (Sagrado) and the nonprofit Agenda Ciudadana have formed a partnership to promote civic education, sustainable development and community leadership in Puerto Rico. Under the agreement, 15…
Second Edition of 3K Huellas de Vida y Esperanza Announced
The second edition of the 3K Huellas de Vida y Esperanza, a pet-friendly run and walk, has opened its call to the public to participate and support initiatives for cancer…
Cayey to Celebrate ELA Constitution Day with Official Acts and Artistic Offerings
The Municipality of Cayey will celebrate the Constitution Day of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico on Saturday, July 25, with official acts and artistic presentations in the urban center. Mayor…
Another Hot and Hazy Day in Puerto Rico Due to Sahara Dust
The National Meteorological Service (SNM) has issued a heat warning for coastal and urban areas in Puerto Rico from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meteorologist María Novoa stated…
Earthquake Occurs North of Dominican Republic
A preliminary magnitude 4.5 earthquake was recorded on Tuesday north of the Dominican Republic, according to the National Meteorology Service (SNM). The event does not pose a tsunami threat to…
Charges Against Young Man Who Allegedly Tried to Flee from Police
An 18-year-old man, Raymond J. Andino López, faces criminal charges for alleged violations of the Arms Law and the Penal Code after a police intervention at the Plaza del Sol…
More Haze and Heat Expected Today
A heat warning is in effect from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for coastal and urban areas of Puerto Rico, with a heat index potentially reaching between 108 and 111…
Liberty Launches School Supply Drive Across Puerto Rico
Liberty and Liberty Foundation have launched a month-long school supply drive to support five nonprofit organizations in Puerto Rico. The drive, which runs through July 31, aims to collect new…
Mental Health Patients Face Higher Risk from Extreme Heat, Doctor Warns
Dr. José Massa, psychiatrist and vice president of Medical Affairs at APS Health, warned Monday at a press conference that extreme heat poses particular dangers to psychiatric patients, since some…
Study Finds Rising Dementia Rates in Puerto Rico and Latin America
A study published in JAMA Neurology by researchers from Washington University in St. Louis and Newcastle University in the UK found that the proportion of older adults living with dementia…