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U.S. Coast Guard Searches for Survivors After Boat Capsizes Near Puerto Rico

The U.S. Coast Guard and partner agencies are continuing a search-and-rescue operation off Puerto Rico after a makeshift vessel carrying dozens of people capsized near Mona Island. Officials said at least 40 people were rescued and two bodies recovered, while several others remain missing as the operation expands across rough waters and remote coastline. The incident underscores the persistent dangers of irregular maritime migration through the Caribbean corridor, where overcrowded and unseaworthy boats regularly put lives at risk.

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Global Markets & Equities7h ago

Federal Reserve Bars Former Banco Popular Employee Over Customer Fund Misappropriation

The Federal Reserve Board on Thursday announced a consent prohibition order against Gadiel Rosario-Alvarado, a former employee of Banco Popular de Puerto Rico in San Juan, after determining he misappropriated customer funds. The enforcement action permanently restricts Rosario-Alvarado from participating in the banking industry without prior regulatory approval, underscoring the Fed's continued focus on misconduct involving customer assets and internal controls.

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Global Markets & EquitiesSept 26, 2026

Federal Reserve Takes Action Against Former Banco Popular Employee Amid Compliance Concerns

The Federal Reserve Board has issued an enforcement action against a former employee of Banco Popular de Puerto Rico, citing significant compliance failures. This move underscores ongoing scrutiny in the banking sector regarding adherence to federal regulations and risk management practices.

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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors08 Oct 2026, 01:48 PM IST

Atlantic Quiet May End as First Hurricane Threat Emerges, Raising Stakes for Cloud and Semiconductor Supply Chains

The Atlantic hurricane season, which has remained unusually subdued to date, may finally be on the verge of producing its first hurricane. While the storm’s exact track and intensity remain uncertain, even a modest system could matter for data centers, semiconductor logistics, and broader cloud infrastructure across the U.S. and Caribbean. For technology operators, the immediate issue is not just weather risk but the resilience of highly concentrated supply chains and energy-dependent operations.

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