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
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
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
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
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
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
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
An employee of the Naranjito CDT who returned to work on Monday tested positive for the coronavirus on Tuesday, the administrator of that facility, Patricia Villanueva reported. The spokeswoman indicated that an action plan was activated and a cleaning operation was started by a company. “We regret the diagnosis of our colleague who returned to … Read more
ROME – Yeast the Italian coronavirus emergency response plan. The Council of Ministers raised the appropriation to 25 billion euros to face the extraordinary situation that the country is experiencing, in terms of the net balance to be financed, which become 20 billion in terms of net debt: this is 1.1 percent of the tricolor … Read more