Release - Despite recent statistics showing that dementia prevalence is set to increase in the Caribbean by 155 per cent by 2050, regional progress in tackling the neurodegenerative condition is far too slow, say Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI), the global federation for 105 Alzheimer’s and dementia
The fate of Puerto Rico on whether it should become a state or gain its independence will be up to its people. This is what a group of Democratic congress members proposed on Thursday in an online news conference and the move has also gained the
Recently, the National Science Foundation announced that it would close the massive telescope at the famous Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico. The closure has been seen as a setback to scientists worldwide who depend on it to search for planets, asteroids and extraterrestrial life. Last August, an
Calamities affected voters' opinions Voter turnout of nearly 70 percent in Puerto Rico may decline as fatigue and mass disillusionment continue to fuel the anger of Puerto Ricans over its government's response to recent calamities. A 4.8 magnitude earthquake just struck the U.S. territory in the Caribbean
Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine will likely strengthen into Tropical Storm Isaias, pronounced “ees-ah-EE-ahs,” according to the National Hurricane Center There is a 90 per cent chance that it will grow into a tropical storm in the next 48 hours, in NHC's 11 pm Tuesday advisory. In the
Country's curfew remains in effect Puerto Rico has seen a spike in COVID-19 cases, pushing its governor to announce major rollbacks including the continued closure of leisure establishments such as bars, gyms, theaters, and casinos. As of writing, the U.S. territory has recorded more than 10,000 cases
U.S. territory expects tourists after a month Puerto Rico’s Governor Wanda Vázquez recently announced that she will lift the three-month long restrictions imposed to curb coronavirus cases. This means the reopening of beaches, churches and businesses including movie theaters and gyms across the country. The decision will take
Around 7:00 AM local time May 2, a magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck offshore south of Tallaboa, Puerto Rico according to the U.S. Geological Survey. USGS reports that the quake hit at a shallow depth of 5.6 miles near the city of Ponce and the towns of
