Ghostly pictures! Tents as makeshift morgues

“Scenario like from a third world country” – There are ghostly images that remind many Americans of the terrible time after the terrorist attacks of 9/11: Due to the rising number of deaths in the Corona crisis, the metropolis of New York has built a makeshift morgue. The white tents were set up outside of … Read more

Not enough medical workers in Majorca. They are afraid of what will happen when tourists begin to arrive in large numbers

The Association of Medical Workers, which is responsible for monitoring the health of passengers arriving at Spanish airports, is afraid that it will not be able to do it if many people start arriving in Majorca this summer. – There are simply not enough qualified people, we read in “Rzeczpospolita”, which cites the text in … Read more

They allege 25,000 builders have been unable to claim unemployment due to illegality of their employers

The International Union of Construction Workers of North America (LiUNA), denounced today that approximately half of the 50,000 construction workers of Puerto Rico have not been able to claim unemployment insurance because their employers do not pay it in accordance with the Law. “There are thousands of construction workers starving. 48% of the 50,000 construction … Read more

University students will not be able to claim the federal incentive of $ 1,200

Washington Resident Commissioner Jennifer González clarified doubts about the eligibility of Puerto Rico residents for the federal incentive of $ 1,200 for the coronavirus emergency. “Once the Treasury approves next week, that money begins to be deposited,” said the official in an interview with Metro, about the incentive for individuals that will be done through … Read more

Walgreens to Discount Outstanding Professionals in COVID-19 Emergency

In appreciation and recognition to all medical personnel, first responders, and police, and the critical role they are playing during the COVID-19 pandemic, Walgreens reported that it designated April 25 as the “Discounts Day for Heroes in the Front of Battle. “ The chain of pharmacies detailed in a written communication that it will offer … Read more

Oil price plummets

The price of oil has continued to drop in the markets, this after registering the lowest number in 30 years. The price of a barrel opened the day at about $ 10, however, during the day that number has continued to plummet and has reached less than a dollar. These prices have been observed so … Read more

Treasury warns of penalties to those who requested the 1,200 on the IRS platform

The Department of the Treasury reported that the Federal Internal Revenue Service (IRS) warned that residents of Puerto Rico should not fill out the application on the digital platform established for the United States, and could face penalties and surcharges in the future. “The #IRS confirmed that the residents of the Island who are receiving … Read more

Department of Education donates food for 75,000 people

The School Food Authority, also known as School Canteens and which is attached to the Department of Education (DE), donated 263,904 pounds of food to 80 non-profit organizations in Puerto Rico that serve people in need. The Secretary of Education, Eligio Hernández Pérez, explained this Monday that with this delivery of products there are more … Read more

12 recommendations not to be a victim of fraud in the emergency by COVID-19

The Association of Banks of Puerto Rico (ABPR) urged citizens to stay informed and alert to the various fraud schemes that have arisen due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, the entity emphasized the importance of educating yourself on how to properly manage these schemes to protect your personal and financial information. The scammers have … Read more