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Extreme Weather: Puerto Rico faced another tropical wave days after island-wide flash-flood warnings, renewing concerns about heavy rain and flooding. Coastal Management: The Department of Natural and Environmental Resources and mayors are exploring new ways to manage sargassum and protect beaches. Drought Pressure: Persistent dry conditions and heat are challenging poinsettia growers, who expect a smaller crop this year. Marine Discovery: Researchers identified a new giant isopod species from a specimen collected off Puerto Rico in the 1980s, adding to knowledge of the island’s deep-sea biodiversity. Local Innovation: Puerto Rican seventh-grader Wileidy Feliciano-Rivera turned plantain peels into biodegradable mulch that reduced weed growth by up to 53%.

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Oct. 7, 2026

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Relocating to Puerto Rico: Tax Opportunities and Planning Considerations for High-Net-Worth Individuals

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Year Founded	2006
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How climate change worsened Hurricane Isaias

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Oct. 9, 2026

INTERVIEW: ROBI Is Leading a Puerto Rican Pop Renaissance

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REMEZCLA

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Owned By	John W. Rogers Jr. through Ariel Investments, My Code & Mosaic Media
Year Founded	2006
Website	https://remezcla.com/
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Publication Location	United States, New York, New York City
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Oct. 9, 2026

Puerto Rico And USVI Flights Grow Despite Spirit Airlines' Exit

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Year Founded	2018
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Domain Registration Year	2003
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Publication Location	Canada, St. Lauren
Owner Country	Canada

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Oct. 8, 2026

Puerto Rico on Alert: A Tropical Wave Brings Two Days of Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Danger Starting Wednesday

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Year Founded	2013
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Publication Location	United States, New York, New York
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Oct. 8, 2026

Puerto Rico hit by another tropical wave days after island-wide flash flood warnings

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Oct. 8, 2026

Banesco USA unveils new brand identity amid continued growth in Puerto Rico

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Owned By	Salvador Hasbun Martinez through Publi-Inversiones Puerto Rico Inc
Year Founded	2019
Website	https://www.theweeklyjournal.com/
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Publication Location	Puerto Rico, San Juan
Owner Country	Puerto Rico

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Oct. 8, 2026

Hecho en Puerto Rico expands business education program for local entrepreneurs

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Year Founded	2019
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