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The events are scheduled for November 21, 22 and 24. Read more below. ow.ly/NXS050ZQHyA #entertainmentnews #events #lifestyle #missuniverse #news #puertorico #tickets #wjournal

Miss Universe 2026 tickets for Puerto Rico events go on sale Friday

The Miss Universe Organization will begin selling tickets Friday for three events marking the pageant’s 75th anniversary in Puerto Rico.

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The organization cited its impact on businesses and consumers. Read more below. ow.ly/Bfl350ZQHuW #businessnews #cud #cruditatax #news #puertorico #smallbusinesses #wjournal

CUD calls for immediate cut and phaseout of Puerto Rico’s “crudita” tax

The United Retailers Center (CUD) is calling for a substantial and immediate reduction in Puerto Rico’s excise tax on crude oil and petroleum products, commonly known as the “crudita,” followed by a...

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The director of the public corporation defended the contest contracts and assured that the government “has done everything as stipulated by law.” Read more below. ow.ly/u2WH50ZQAq0 #entertainmentnews #lifestyle #missuniverse #news #puertorico #wjournal
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The classification recognizes colleges and universities that integrate sustainability across their academic programs, research and more. Read more below. ow.ly/OLF650ZQxj2 #businessnews #education #news #puertorico #sustainability #wjournal

Sagrado named among first 14 institutions with Carnegie sustainability classification

Universidad del Sagrado Corazón has been selected as one of the first 14 higher education institutions in the United States and Puerto Rico to receive the new Carnegie Elective Classification for...

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Learn more about it here. ow.ly/VLVQ50ZQvjS #entertainmentnews #lifestyle #news #ponce #puertorico #specialolympics #sportingevents #wjournal

Ponce to Host Special Olympics Puerto Rico Games With 1,000 Athletes

Ponce will host the Special Olympics Puerto Rico (SOPUR) National Games next month, with more than 1,000 athletes expected to compete across 16 sports in an event that will help determine Puerto...

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The platform has 329 members from Puerto Rico and the United States. Read more below. ow.ly/IUXc50ZQvut #artisans #businessnews #digitalfair #news #puertorico #wjournal
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Over $42 million in committed funds identified. Read more below. ow.ly/bmfh50ZQvrU #banking #businessnews #closure #news #puertorico #wjournal

OCIF orders the closure of Banex International Bank

The Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) ordered the closure of Banex International Bank, Inc. today after identifying more than $18 million in accounts receivable owed by its...

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Organizations urge clearer guidelines, faster evaluations and stronger technical assistance to prevent federal funds from going unused. Read more below. ow.ly/hpsW50ZQvpF #businessnews #federalfunds #news #politics #puertorico #senate #wjournal

Puerto Rico Senate Reviews Administration of Federal Funds

The Puerto Rico Senate continued hearings on the administration and oversight of federal funds, with community organizations urging changes to prevent delays and administrative requirements from...

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U.S. futures rise as oil falls after Trump says U.S. and Iran met. Read more below. ow.ly/vlsg50ZQxP0 #businessnews #gasprices #iran #markets #news #oilprices #stocks #usnews #wjournal

US futures inch higher and oil prices slip for 6th straight day after US and Iranian officials meet

U.S. futures are slightly higher and hovering near record highs while oil prices declined after President Donald Trump said that officials from the United States and Iran met on the sidelines of the...

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Even as the economy shows signs of stabilization. Read more below. ow.ly/hGVT50ZQvn0 #businessnews #economy #news #puertorico #recession #topstory #wjournal
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The index rises as births fell 70% since 2000. Read more below. ow.ly/uw6O50ZQctk #businessnews #demographicchanges #news #puertorico #seniors #wjournal

Puerto Rico Population Ages Rapidly as Aging Index Rises 41%

Puerto Rico’s population is aging at a rapid pace, with the island’s aging index increasing 41% between 2020 and 2025 as births continue to decline and the working-age population shrinks, according...

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In the Best Reggaeton Performance category. Read more below. ow.ly/lCYU50ZQ5hK #entertainmentnews #latingrammys #lifestyle #music #news #puertorico #wjournal

Ozuna Earns Latin Grammy Nomination for “Una Aventura”

Puerto Rican reggaeton artist Ozuna has received a nomination for the 2026 Latin GRAMMYs for his song “Una Aventura,” the title track of his current world tour.

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The extension represents an opportunity to complete projects still in various stages of development. Read more below. ow.ly/hhWG50ZQ5gA #businessnews #construction #houseresolution #news #puertorico #reconstruction #wjournal
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Experts point out that the reduction in flights could lead to lower availability and higher prices for consumers. Read more below. ow.ly/vZVp50ZQ5fJ #airtravel #businessnews #christmasflights #news #puertorico #tourism #travel #wjournal

70% increase in Christmas flights expected

Holiday travel could become more expensive due to operational adjustments several airlines are making in response to rising fuel costs.

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The project intends to rehabilitate and modernize the facility. Read more below. ow.ly/cThO50ZQ5e6 #businessnews #education #funding #news #puertorico #wjournal

Nearly $25 million project to modernize Guayanilla high school begins

Governor Jenniffer González Colón broke ground Monday on a nearly $25 million project to rehabilitate and modernize Escuela Superior Asunción Rodríguez de Sala in Guayanilla.

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Rates will be closer to 7% for the next few months. Read more below. ow.ly/zLim50ZQ5a4 #businessnews #economy #interestrates #mortgagerates #news #puertorico #topstory #wjournal
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World leaders are meeting under a global cloud of wars and bitter divisions for their annual meeting at the United Nations this week. Read more below. ow.ly/cwxj50ZQ5LL #businessnews #generalassembly #globalpolitics #news #unitednations #wjournal

With war, climate change and AI, it's a troubled world as leaders convene at the United Nations

With wars raging, temperatures rising and artificial intelligence encroaching, leaders from across the planet converge at the United Nations on Tuesday to address each other and the world, airing...

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Experts and business leaders analyze the impact of federal funding, reconstruction efforts, and the challenges Puerto Rico continues to face after Hurricane Maria. Read more below. ow.ly/PpcL50ZPB5Q #businessnews #economy #hurricanemaria #news #puertorico #wjournal
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Officials will examine soaring housing rental costs and explore solutions to help working families facing higher rents. Read more below. ow.ly/M70B50ZPMgE #businessnews #housingprices #news #politics #puertorico #wjournal

Puerto Rico Senate to Address Rising Housing Rental Costs in Upcoming Meeting

Puerto Rico Senate Vice President Carmelo Ríos announced plans to convene a meeting with representatives of the Puerto Rico Association of Real Estate Landlords, mayors, Housing Secretary Luis...

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The funds will be used to support transportation and purchased services through June 2027. Read more below. ow.ly/k17C50ZPBig #businessnews #education #funds #news #puertorico #wjournal

University of Puerto Rico Receives Approval for $3.7 Million in Released Funds

The Financial Oversight and Management Board has approved the transfer and release of $3.738 million to the University of Puerto Rico (UPR) after the institution met a financial transformation...

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