DACO Resumes Inspections of Veterinary Scales
Hiram Torres Montalvo, Secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs (DACO), announced on Monday that inspectors from Weights and Measures will visit veterinary clinics in Puerto Rico to verify the…
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Nurse Allegedly Admits to Treating Brother Without Authorization
A nurse at Hospital San Carlos Borromeo in Moca allegedly admitted to treating her brother without being on duty, according to patient Coralys Vega. The nurse, who has not been…
Toa Baja Prioritizes Community and Reconstruction
The mayor of Toa Baja discussed the municipality's main problems, including security, elderly care, and health. However, the mayor highlighted the issue of animal welfare as a significant concern, citing…
Government Addresses Sargazo Invasion; Accumulation Has Been Historic
The government is addressing the invasion of sargazo, a type of seaweed, in various municipalities in Puerto Rico. The affected areas include Lajas, Fajardo, Yabucoa, and Ceiba, where the accumulation…
Historic Grant Boosts Creation of Antibiotics with Artificial Intelligence in Puerto Rico
For the first time in Puerto Rico, a researcher has received a grant to create new antibiotic compounds using artificial intelligence (AI), which could contribute to the development of treatments…
The Business Behind the Game: Pokémon Cards Gain Value as Investment in Puerto Rico
In Puerto Rico, what started as a simple card game has turned into a lucrative business, with Pokémon cards gaining value as an investment. This phenomenon has led to events…
Experts Urge Discussion on Penile Cancer in Puerto Rico
Penile cancer can start as a small, seemingly harmless lesion, but if left untreated, it can quickly spread to the inguinal area. Despite being rarely discussed in public health conversations…
Ceramics as a Path to Wellbeing for Children and Youths
Salomé Lyle Abreu, 12, Ángel Trinidad Merced, 13, and Kamila Mercedes Merced, 14, had never worked with clay to create ceramics before. However, they discovered that making their first ceramic…
Citizens Adjusting Budgets Amid Rising Gasoline Prices
Some citizens have limited the amount of gasoline they buy due to the increase in prices. This adjustment is a response to the rising costs, as people try to manage…
Windy Conditions and Showers to Affect Several Areas in Puerto Rico
The National Meteorological Service (SNM) in San Juan reported that a combination of a weak tropical wave and an intensification of the trade winds will favor an increase in shower…
Study: 50% of Puerto Ricans Believe Most Politicians Are Corrupt
A study by the Institute for Social Research and the University of Puerto Rico found that 50% of Puerto Ricans believe most or all elected politicians in Puerto Rico are…
Seismic Network Reiterates Importance of Preparation After Earthquake Hits Puerto Rico
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake was felt across Puerto Rico on Thursday night, prompting the director of the Puerto Rico Seismic Network, Víctor Huérfano, to emphasize the importance of preparation. The…
Guayanilla Mayor Faces Ethics Complaint for Hiring Relative
The Office of Government Ethics (OEG) has filed a complaint against Guayanilla Mayor Raúl Rivera Rodríguez for allegedly hiring his sister-in-law, Mayra Luz Borrero Torres, to a temporary position in…
San Juan Animal Center Receives Funds to Promote Adoptions
The San Juan Animal Protection and Adoption Center received economic aid to continue its animal welfare services. Mayor Miguel A. Romero Lugo announced that the center participated in PetSmart Charities'…
San Juan Seniors Present Play to Ibero-American Delegates
Miguel A. Romero Lugo, the mayor of San Juan, presented the theatrical production 'Romeo y Julieta Forever: Salseros vs. Merengueros' to representatives of 13 Ibero-American cities. The play, which featured…