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Alien arrested by FBI after assaulting a US Border Patrol Agent in Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The Federal Bureau of Investigation presented a criminal complaint Monday against an alien from the Dominican Republic who assaulted a US Border Patrol Agent with an automobile on June 25. Bernis Díaz de la Cruz will appear...

Cardinal Group expands into the US Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico
Cardinal Healthcare Group representatives have confirmed an expansion of business projects into the US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Cardinal Healthcare Group, a US based, and...

Puerto Rico Debuts Premium Artisanal Rum Collection, Reinforcing Its Title as the Rum Capital of the World
SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, June 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Puerto Rico has taken a bold step forward in the evolution of its iconic rum industry with the launch of eight new artisanal brands in the U.S. market. This unprecedented expansion of...

From Puerto Rico to NYC: How One Coffee Company Is Uplifting Micro-Farmers and Urban Communities
From origin to NYC: 787 Coffee's direct farm-to-cup model empowers micro-lot growers in PR, Mexico, Colombia, fueling community impact NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In a move set to redefine ethical sourcing...

AMO interdicts vessel smuggling 1,155 pounds of cocaine near southwestern Puerto Rico
AGUADILLA, Puerto Rico — Air and Marine Operations (AMO), an operational component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, interdicted a vessel Tuesday arresting 3 aliens from the Dominican Republic and seizing 1,155 pounds (524 kilograms) of...

Heinrich, Cortez Masto, Hernández Call on Trump Administration to Maintain Funding for Puerto Rico Energy Resilience
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member on the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, joined U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Resident Commissioner for Puerto Rico Pablo José Hernández...

CBP seizes 518 pounds of cocaine inside an abandoned vessel in Rincon, Puerto Rico
AGUADILLA, Puerto Rico — U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s operational components, Air and Marine Operations and the US Border Patrol, found a vessel Sunday with 518 pounds (235 kilograms) of cocaine in Rincon, Puerto Rico. The estimated value...

Seabob Rescue Puerto Rico Launches Bold Initiative to Modernize Aquatic Rescue Operations Across the Island
With world-class equipment and certified technicians, the company aims to transform water rescue responses throughout Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. ISABELA , PUERTO RICO, June 13, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Seabob Rescue Puerto Rico announces...

Investing in New York's Puerto Rican Communities
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced new investments into nonprofit organizations whose missions are to advance and promote Puerto Rican culture, arts and education statewide. Puerto Rican culture is firmly grounded in New York State and across...

B-roll, Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Marches in the 68th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade
Earlier today, Governor Hochul marched in the 68th Annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade. B-ROLL: B-Roll is available to stream on YouTube here and TV quality video is available here (h.264, mp4). VIDEO: The event is available to stream on...

U.S. Border Patrol agents in Buffalo arrest one of Puerto Rico's most wanted
LANCASTER, N.Y. – U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested a Puerto Rican man impersonating a Colombian National who presented to agents a counterfeit lawful permanent resident card. On June 5, U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Buffalo Station...

Monllor Capital Partners Launches Puerto Rico Opportunity Zone Fund II, a New $20M Private Equity Fund in Puerto Rico
The Fund seeks to invest in renewable energy, sustainable businesses and infrastructure in opportunity zones located throughout Puerto Rico SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, June 5, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Monllor Capital Partners LLC (MCP), a minority...

787 Coffee Joins World of Coffee Geneva 2025 - Bringing Innovation to Continue Leading NYC Specialty Coffee
Puerto Rican-Owned Coffee Company Brings Global Sustainability Insights to Transform New York City's Coffee Culture and bring innovation to 787 Coffee shops. GENEVA, GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, June 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- 787 Coffee, recognized...

NATIONAL PUERTO RICAN DAY PARADE HONORS PUERTO RICAN COMMUNITY OF ATLANTA, GA ON JUNE 8th CELEBRATION
NEW YORK, CA, UNITED STATES, June 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The National Puerto Rican Day Parade has announced the selection of the Puerto Rican community in Atlanta as its stateside honoree for this year’s annual celebration of Puerto Rican...

Carlos Ponce Joins MariVi the Master Navigator as the Voice of Papá in Breakout Animated Series Now Streaming on Nuestra.TV and YouTube
[Media: Access more images and video HERE] LOS ANGELES, June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emmy-winning actor, Latin Grammy nominated artist, and international screen star Carlos Ponce has joined the animated children’s series MariVi the Master...

787 Coffee Continues Strategic Expansion: Bringing Specialty Coffee to New Communities and Digital Frontiers
Specialty coffee brand announces strategic growth in Manhattan's West Side and Brooklyn, aiming to enhance accessibility and community engagement. NEW YORK , NY, UNITED STATES, June 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The journey of 787 Coffee, a...

787 Coffee's Sustainable Farm-to-Cup Model Redefines Specialty Coffee in NYC Market
Award-winning Puerto Rican coffee company brings authentic specialty coffee experience to New York City, earning recognition as top coffee destination. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- 787 Coffee, a vertically...

Caffeinated Humans: 787 Coffee Highlights the People Behind NYC’s Coffee Culture
A human-centric approach defines 787 Coffee, cultivating emotional intelligence among baristas amidst industry automation. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Setting itself apart in a coffee industry often defined...

Rare Coin Values Surpass Auction Estimates, Set New Records in U.S. and International Markets
Hard Asset Management highlights examples of exceptional long-term coin appreciation as collector and investor interest grows worldwide for select rarities SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, June 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The rare coin market continues...

News Release – DOH Confirms Ninth Travel-Related Dengue Virus Case of 2025
STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH KA ʻOIHANA OLAKINO KENNETH FINK DIRECTOR KA LUNA HOʻOKELE DOH REPORTS NINTH TRAVEL-RELATED DENGUE VIRUS CASE OF 2025 25-073 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE...