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Governor Assures PREPA retirees will receive pension payments as schedule

By THE STAR STAFF

Governor Jenniffer González Colón assured on Wednesday that the pension payments to retirees of the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) will be made on Thursday, July 31, as scheduled, and that the necessary funds have already been transferred.

“The payments will be made July 31. In May, PREPA confirmed it would stick to the original pension payment dates, so they will be paid on July 31,” the governor said in response to press questions during a conference held in the municipality of Gurabo.

According to the governor, the required procedures have been completed and the money is available. “I have information that the funds were transferred. I don’t know where this rumor is coming from, but it wouldn’t be the first time this kind of claim is made. I’m happy to verify exactly when the transfer occurred,” she added.

The governor’s statements come after the PREPA Retirees Association claimed on Wednesday that the payment would not be made, alleging that the Treasury Department had failed to transfer the necessary funds to the Retirement System.

Johnny Rodríguez Ortiz, president of the Association, said in a written statement that the transfer had not been completed and that Retirement System staff were ready to process the payments as soon as the funds were received. However, the bank requires at least 24 hours to clear the transactions.

Rodríguez Ortiz also blamed the government, LUMA

Energy, and PREPA for the situation, denouncing what he described as a chain of negligence. He warned that a similar situation could arise in September if a permanent solution is not implemented.

The organization has called for a protest in front of the Financial Oversight and Management Board offices in Hato Rey to demand a clear resolution. According to PREPA, the July and August payments are being funded through a loan approved by the board.

Islandwide back-to-school vaccination

By THE STAR STAFF

VOCESPR, together with the Department of Health and other organizations, will host the Back to School 100×35 event this Saturday, featuring simultaneous vaccination at Plaza Las Américas and over 100 pharmacies across the island for teenagers and college students.

“Back to School Tour 100×35 is a national effort that reflects our commitment to ensuring our students begin the school year protected,” said Rodríguez Capó, founder of VOCESPR, in a written statement.

Starting at 9:00 a.m. in Plaza Las Américas, the event will offer free medical guidance, vaccinations, and issuance

of PVAC-3 certificates. Cristina Pharmacy will vaccinate individuals with Vital health plan starting at age 19, and those with private insurance starting at age 11, according to their coverage.

In addition, pharmacies such as Caridad, Aliadas, Walgreens, and Walmart will join the effort. Available vaccines will include those required for returning to school, such as HPV, meningococcal, and recommended boosters.

Dr. Mariely Agosto, president of the Puerto Rican Society of Pediatrics, emphasized that the event will help guide families so their children are immunized before the school year begins, thereby protecting the entire school community.

President of the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority Retirees Association Johnny Rodríguez Ortiz.

House to tackle tax reform in August session

By THE STAR STAFF

House Speaker Carlos “Johnny” Méndez, announced Wednesday that the legislative body will focus on a tax reform that aims to “lower rates for individuals and businesses” during the session that begins in August.

“Our commitment, along with that of Governor Jenniffer González, is to implement the first significant and impactful tax reform in over 15 years. This will be one of the key initiatives we will pursue in the next legislative session—real reform that reduces rates for individuals and businesses, thereby promoting greater economic activity,” said Méndez.

“During my first term (2017-2020), we successfully reduced the tax burden by eliminating the B2B tax (a 2015 tax on transactions between merchants and professional services),

repealing the detrimental national patent, removing the inventory tax, and reinstating the senior citizen bonus to support our elderly population. We did not increase any contributions; in fact, we put more money in the hands of the people, which encouraged economic activity,” he added.

In the session that concluded on June 30, the House approved 9 out of 13 measures submitted by the Governor aimed at laying the groundwork for reform, and the remaining measures will be approved in August.

“I want to reiterate my commitment to eliminating the property tax on inventory, commonly known as the inventory tax. One of our priorities in August will be addressing House Bill 420, which proposes to freeze the current rate of this burdensome tax for five years. This inventory tax hinders economic activity, so its freeze is essential for reducing the tax

burden on our citizens and is part of our efforts to promote sustained economic development,” Méndez stated.

The Speaker made these comments during the swearing-in of the new Board of Directors, including the incoming president, Margaret Ramírez, of the Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce (CCPR).

Founded in 1913, the CCPR aims to create sustainable socioeconomic conditions that foster competitiveness for new businesses and promote innovation and entrepreneurship.

During the meeting, Méndez also highlighted that from January to June, during the first session of the House of Representatives, a total of 362 measures were approved. This included 219 bills, 65 joint resolutions, 5 concurrent resolutions, and 73 investigative resolutions, with 82 laws signed into effect.

PDP and PIP unite over water crisis and call for LUMA’s

By THE STAR STAFF

Leaders from the Popular Democratic Party (PDP) and the Puerto Rican Independence Party (PIP) joined forces to address the growing crises in Puerto Rico’s water and energy services, blaming political favoritism within the New Progressive Party (NPP) for the dysfunction.

PPD Secretary General Manuel Calderón Cerame, along with Representative Gretchen Hau (District 29), Representative Ramón Torres (At-Large), Senator Ada Álvarez Conde (AtLarge), and the Mayor of Jayuya and President of the Association of Mayors, Jorge “Georgie” González Otero, criticized recent appointments in the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (PRASA), claiming these were based on political loyalty rather than merit.

Calderón Cerame stated that political interference and mismanagement by the NPP

have led to the current chaos in public utilities, and accused top officials in San Juan and the Senate of complicity through silence. The officials demanded the resignation of PRASA President Luis González Delgado, the termination of LUMA Energy’s contract, and an end to political cronyism in public agencies.

Meanwhile, the PIP legislative delegation announced plans to file a resolution calling for a special parliamentary session to formally question PRASA director over the recent massive water outage caused by a failure at the Sergio Cuevas plant. They also emphasized long-standing water shortages in rural communities across Puerto Rico.

Senator María de Lourdes Santiago (PIP) highlighted that the recent water cuts in the metro area reflect daily struggles for thousands of Puerto Rican families. She criticized the

Governor appoints overseer for PRASA

By THE STAR STAFF

Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced Wednesday she will not remove Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (PRASA) Executive Director Luis González Delgado, despite growing criticism over the water crisis. Instead, she appointed engineer Carlos Ignacio Pesquera as a special coordinator to stabilize water supply in key areas, including San Juan, Guaynabo, and Isla Verde. “This isn’t about titles,” González Colón stated. “People want water, not politics.” While acknowledging she is “not satisfied” with the current system, she emphasized the need for continuity during the emergency: “I can’t behead an agency in the middle of a crisis.”

Pesquera, who helped create the Northern Superaqueduct

in 1997, will assess technical failures, recommend solutions, and deliver a report within 10 days. He will have access to technical staff and report directly to the governor.

“This is about guaranteeing service,” she said. The governor also signed Executive Order 2025-044 to declare a state of emergency and activate the National Guard to help transport water. “Six tankers, twelve operators, and a supervisor will serve the most affected areas,” she confirmed.

González Colón underscored the structural decay in PRASA’s infrastructure, citing years of neglect. “We have a structural problem, and all agency heads are under evaluation.”

Ultimately, she said, her priority is getting water to homes, businesses, and condominiums, not protecting individuals: “Everyone is replaceable. What matters is solving the water crisis.”

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understaffing, poor equipment, and lack of transparency at PRASA.

Representative Denis Márquez condemned the director’s refusal to clarify the incident, initially blamed a private contractor, and warned against irresponsible suggestions of sabotage. He emphasized the agency’s growing inefficiency due to outsourcing and the erosion of institutional knowledge.

The PIP resolution would need approval from both legislative chambers when the next session begins on Monday, August 18.

Earlier, Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz (NPP) acknowledged PRASA’s management as a critical issue, stating, “The current leadership at PRASA is a major problem. The recent breakdowns are serious, but the new leadership making the governor look bad is just as urgent to fix.”

PRASA Executive Director Luis González Delgado

Engineer Carlos Ignacio Pesquera

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Coamo urges halt to development straining city resources

By THE STAR STAFF

Coamo Mayor Juan Carlos García Padilla

on Wednesday passionately appealed to the Aqueduct and Sewer Authority, the Planning Board, and the Permit Management Office, urging them to take immediate action to halt the endorsement of new housing developments along the city’s border with Santa Isabel. He expressed grave concerns that these burgeoning projects are exacerbating the strain on already overburdened essential services in the region.

“The approval of these housing projects only worsens an already critical situation instead of providing solutions,” García Padilla asserted. “The infrastructure for essential services has not been adjusted or renewed; it remains stagnant while the water crisis grips the entire country due to a glaring lack of foresight and planning.”

The mayor shed light on the interconnectedness of the developments in Santa Isabel with the existing water and power systems that serve Coamo’s communities, including Cuyón, Santa Ana, Palmarejo, Santa Catalina, and Los Llanos. He noted that these areas are already plagued by frequent service interruptions as the systems struggle to handle the excessive demand.

In a candid critique, García Padilla highlighted Puerto Rico’s persistent failure to implement effective urban planning, which has resulted in rampant urban sprawl. He pointed out the irony of thousands of vacant lots and derelict properties littering urban centers where the necessary infrastructure is already in place. “Concerning water supply, we no longer have enough resources to cater to so many customers. The piping is outdated and in disrepair, leading to constant breakdowns. Often, the water barely

reaches our communities,” he lamented.

In his remarks, the mayor also underscored serious concerns regarding the electrical grid in Coamo, indicating that only the Useras transformer along with lines 100 and 200 are in operation. He expressed alarm that the three essential redundant lines needed to accommodate the rising demand have yet to be constructed. This situation raises significant worries, as linking new residential developments to the aging infrastructure poses considerable risks to the well-being of current residents.

García Padilla earnestly called on state agencies to cease new housing permits and redirect their efforts toward revitalizing already developed urban areas. He emphasized the urgent need for a concerted focus on ensuring that sustainable, adequate basic services are delivered to the communities that rely on them.

Puerto Rico Police gains autonomy with new law

By THE STAR STAFF

Governor Jenniffer González Colón signed the administrative bill creating the Puerto Rico Police Law, which strengthens the Police force by allowing better use of fiscal and human resources to protect citizens and combat crime.

At the Police Academy, the governor signed the measure accompanied by the newly appointed Police Superintendent Joseph González, Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz, House Speaker Carlos “Johnny” Méndez, Representative for District 9 (Toa Alta and Bayamón) and Félix Pacheco Burgos who chairs the Public Safety Committee in the lower chamber; Senator at Large, Senate Majority Leader, and Chair of the Senate Public Safety and Veterans Affairs Committee Gregorio B. Matías Rosario; and members from various divisions of the Puerto Rico Police.

The governor emphasized that this law aims to strengthen operational efficiency, improve internal decision-making, and foster a public safety culture focused solely on the interests of officers and citizens. “Today we take a firm step toward institutional transformation that recognizes the importance of our Police having its own leadership, with the necessary resources and autonomy to respond more swiftly to the challenges we face,” González Colón said.

Superintendent Joseph González reaffirmed his commitment to an orderly transition that preserves service excellence and guarantees administrative stability for the thousands of officers who are part of the force.

“The signing of this law represents a historic and necessary step for the Puerto

Rico Police. It returns the administrative and operational autonomy we need to work more efficiently and strengthen our mission of protecting the people of Puerto Rico. This change will allow us to better prioritize the needs of our police officers, improve working conditions, and the resources available to fulfill our duty. It is a recognition of the

valor, sacrifice, and commitment of every member of our force. On behalf of over 11,000 officers, 697 cadets, and 837 civilian employees working in the Puerto Rico Police, I thank Governor Jenniffer González for her vision to forge this public policy and make it a priority law,” said Joseph González, who is now the Police Superintendent.

Coamo Mayor Juan Carlos García Padilla

Higher waves reach California after major Pacific quake

By LIVIA ALBECK-RIPKA, FRANCESCA REGALADO, MARTIN FACKLER, JOHN KEEFE, JESÚS JIMÉNEZ, SHAWN HUBLER and LAUREN ROSENHALL

Coastal surges hit California on Wednesday morning after an 8.8-magnitude earthquake, one of the largest ever recorded, prompted tsunami warnings and evacuations on both sides of the Pacific Ocean. There were no immediate reports of major damage or casualties, however, and officials in Hawaii, parts of Southern California and some Pacific nations eased their warnings hours after the first waves hit.

The National Weather Service said Wednesday morning that coastal areas of Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange and Ventura counties were no longer under a tsunami advisory. And across much of the Pacific, the destructive tsunami waves that had been feared did not immediately materialize.

Hawaii downgraded its tsunami warning, as did Japan, while the Philippines canceled a tsunami advisory, saying that “no significant sea level disturbances nor

destructive tsunami waves” had been recorded.

But coastal areas farther north of Los Angeles, including Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, remained under a tsunami advisory. And to the south, Mexico’s tsunami warning center urged people to stay away from beaches because of “strong and unusual currents.” About 10 hours after the quake, Chile declared a “red alert,” its most severe warning, for much of its coastline.

Experts said the earthquake, which struck off Russia’s Far East early Wednesday, could be the sixth largest on record, and forecasters warned that the first waves to arrive may not be the largest.

Here’s what to know:

— Fast-moving waves: Tsunamis can travel more than 500 mph in deep water, crossing an ocean in less than a day. Despite their portrayals in Hollywood films, tsunamis are not tall, curling walls of water. They look more like sudden floods, crashing ashore in successive waves that build in height.

— Hawaii downgrades risk: The first waves began

to reach Hawaii at 7:24 p.m. Tuesday, peaking at nearly 6 feet higher than normal. Hours later, the state’s tsunami warning was downgraded to an advisory, meaning there could be dangerous currents but not necessarily further widespread flooding. Officials said many people who had evacuated could return home.

— Flooding in Russia: The closest region to the quake’s epicenter was the remote Kamchatka Peninsula of Russia. Some exposed cliffs collapsed into the sea, buildings shook, and some coastal buildings were flooded. The facade of a kindergarten in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky collapsed after the quake, but officials said that evacuations in the sparsely populated area had been successful.

— Other regions: In Japan, workers fled low-lying parts of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, which was wrecked by a tsunami in 2011. The U.S. Tsunami Warning System also issued alerts for a swath of Pacific nations, including Peru, Chile and Costa Rica. This article originally appeared in The New York Times.

Trump Prosecutor in LA seeks to drop two high-profile criminal cases

By DEVLIN BARRET

The Justice Department moved Tuesday to end two high-profile criminal cases in Los Angeles whose handling by the Trump administration had been criticized by veteran prosecutors as alarming.

The moves by the leader of U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California, Bill Essayli, came on the same day the administration said it would use a legally untested maneuver to ensure that Essayli remains in charge of the office beyond his interim appointment, which was set to expire Wednesday.

Essayli filed court papers asking a judge to dismiss pending criminal charges against Andrew Wiederhorn, the founder of Fatburger, who was fighting accusations of wire fraud and other crimes related to the company. While it is ultimately a judge’s decision whether to dismiss charges, a prosecutor’s request to do so makes it nearly impossible for the case to proceed to trial.

The move to end the Wiederhorn case comes months after White House officials fired the prosecutor in charge of it, Adam Schleifer, whom right-wing influencer and close Trump ally Laura Loomer had publicly attacked on social media.

Schleifer’s dismissal unnerved Justice Department veterans, who could not recall any similar instance in which a White House staff member directly dismissed a lower-level career prosecutor. Along with Schleifer, the White House used the same method to fire a career prosecutor in Memphis, Tennessee.

Essayli also moved Tuesday to dismiss an unrelated case against a deputy sheriff convicted of abusing his authority in assaulting a woman who recorded his actions on her phone.

A federal jury convicted the deputy, Trevor Kirk, in February of violating federal civil rights law by assaulting and pepper-spraying the woman outside a supermarket in 2023, a felony that carried a potential prison sentence of as much as 10 years.

Essayli, however, decided to offer the defendant a plea deal after his conviction, dropping the felony charge if Kirk agreed to plead guilty to a misdemeanor, with a prosecutorial recommendation of no prison time. The judge accepted the arrangement but sentenced Kirk to four months in jail. Essayli has now asked the courts to undo that punishment.

A spokesperson for Essayli declined to comment on the requests to dismiss the two cases.

Bill Essayli, left, acting U.S. attorney for the Central District of California, stands by during Vice President JD Vance’s remarks on a visit to Los Angeles on Friday, June 20, 2025. The Trump administration said on July 29 that it would use a legally untested maneuver to ensure that Essayli remains in charge of the office beyond his interim appointment, set to expire on July 30.

(Gabriela Bhaskar/The New York Times)

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University of California settles with Jewish students over UCLA protests

By ANEMONA HARTOCOLLIS

The University of California has agreed to settle a lawsuit contending that the university allowed pro-Palestinian protesters to block Jewish students from a section of the University of California, Los Angeles, campus during demonstrations last year.

In the lawsuit, four Jewish students and a Jewish professor said that the university had countenanced antisemitic behavior at a tent encampment set up in 2024 by protesters demonstrating against the war in the Gaza Strip.

The plaintiffs said the university had not intervened when protesters prevented students who were wearing Jewish symbols like a star of David or the Israeli flag or a skullcap from crossing campus. The university even provided the barricades used to keep people out and stationed security guards on campus who sent Jewish students away instead of helping them get through, the court papers said.

in the spring of 2024.

The department sent a 10-page letter to Dr. Michael V. Drake, president of the University of California, laying out the evidence it had reviewed, including the lawsuit. It said that the department was now looking to enter into a voluntary resolution agreement with UCLA or go to court.

The Trump administration has targeted dozens of universities over accusations that they have not done enough to combat antisemitism. In several cases, it has sought to end millions in federal research funding to the universities as a way to force compliance with the government’s demands.

in riot gear to restore order,” the letter said, resulting in more than 200 arrests.

“This disgusting breach of civil rights against students will not stand: DOJ will force UCLA to pay a heavy price for putting Jewish Americans at risk and continue our ongoing investigations into other campuses in the UC system,” Pamela Bondi, the attorney general, said in a statement.

UCLA did not immediately comment on the Justice Department investigation.

UCLA Faculty for Justice in Palestine, an advocacy group, criticized both the university and the Trump administration in a statement.

students, one undergraduate and one medical school professor. It would distribute $2.33 million among eight nonprofits, including Hillel at UCLA, the Anti-Defamation League and Chabad House at UCLA; $320,000 to a UCLA account dedicated to combating antisemitism; and the rest to costs and legal fees.

Daniel Gold, executive director of Hillel at UCLA, called the agreement “a meaningful step in addressing the very serious challenges that Jewish students have faced at UCLA.”

In a related lawsuit, pro-Palestinian activists have also sued UCLA, accusing the university of allowing pro-Israel counterprotesters to terrorize people at the encampment in 2024. That case is making its way through the courts, said the lawyer for the plaintiffs, Thomas Harvey. The San Juan Daily Star

The letter said that the department had interviewed a Jewish man who was told by members of the encampment that “Hitler missed one.” The man also reported to the police that he had been physically assaulted by members of the encampment, the letter said.

Passersby were given wristbands that allowed them to pass through if they renounced support for the existence of the state of Israel, the lawsuit said. The UCLA administration allowed the exclusion zone to continue operating for a week, the lawsuit said.

The settlement, announced Tuesday, will require the university to give $6.45 million, including legal fees, to the plaintiffs and to charitable entities. The money will also support the university’s own efforts to combat antisemitism and support the Jewish community on campus.

Mark Rienzi, a lawyer for the plaintiffs, said the settlement appeared to be the largest among a set of private lawsuits accusing universities of tolerating antisemitism since the Hamas attack on Israel in October 2023.

“What’s important is getting the final order saying that schools can’t just yield to antisemitism and go along with the exclusion of Jews from central places on their campus,” said Rienzi, who is with the nonprofit Becket Fund for Religious Liberty. “When they do that they violate the law.”

The university, in an announcement of the settlement on Tuesday, said it “abhors antisemitism,” adding that it “is diligently working to address and counter it in all its forms across the UC system.”

Just hours after the settlement was announced, the Department of Justice said it had found UCLA in violation of civil rights law and the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment for failing to adequately respond to complaints of “severe, pervasive and objectively offensive harassment and abuse” of Jewish and Israeli students during the protest encampment

A Jewish student was hospitalized, unconscious with an open wound to her head, after being knocked to the ground and kicked by encampment participants, the letter said. Other students were prevented from getting to class on time or from using campus resources, it said.

These events had put Jewish students “in a state of anxiety and fear,” the letter said, yet UCLA did not ask for law enforcement support to disband the encampment.

“Late that night, counter-demonstrators violently attacked the encampment, resulting in dozens of injuries and requiring law enforcement

“Today, while Palestinians in Gaza starve under an Israeli blockade, both UCLA and the Trump Administration came to the same conclusion: criticism of Israel is forbidden, because it is antisemitic,” the statement said.

“We reject the conflation,” the group said, adding, “We will continue to raise our voices along with students to demand an end to our university’s and our country’s complicity in the genocide in Gaza.”

A federal judge, Mark C. Scarsi, had issued a preliminary ruling in favor of the plaintiffs last August. The judge said that Jewish students had been excluded from parts of the campus because of their faith, and he called this an “unimaginable” and “abhorrent” violation of the constitutional guarantee of religious freedom.

The settlement, which still has to receive final approval from a judge, would give $50,000 to each of the named plaintiffs, including two law

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Pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of California, Los Angeles, rally at a newly-formed “solidarity” tent camp on the school’s campus, April 25, 2024. The University of California has agreed to settle a lawsuit contending that the university allowed pro-Palestinian protesters to block Jewish students from a section of the University of California, Los Angeles, campus during demonstrations last year. (Mark Abramson/The New York Times)

If Trump keeps intimidating the Fed, he will pay a price

By THE EDITORIAL BOARD

Donald Trump is not the first American president to be infuriated by the Federal Reserve’s management of the economy. One might say that the Fed was created to infuriate presidents. Elected officials want the economy to grow fast, now. The Fed’s job is to resist policies that deliver short-term highs and long-term adverse consequences. It is supposed to keep the economic porridge at just the right temperature: not too hot and not too cold.

Wise politicians have long appreciated the benefits of a central bank insulated from political pressure. They have understood that the Fed’s independence allows them to carp and caterwaul about its decisions without impeding its decisionmaking. They can insist that they would like to deliver faster growth, if only the Fed would let them.

The question hanging over the economy is whether Trump understands that doing anything more than complaining would be counterproductive.

The president is certainly getting his nickel’s worth at the complaint window. Trump and his allies have repeatedly attacked the Fed and its chair, Jerome Powell, for failing to deliver lower interest rates. They have engaged in vicious attacks on Powell’s character, including absurd allegations of fraud in the renovation of the Fed’s main campus.

The work is over budget and behind schedule, which is both a problem and a typical situation for government construction projects. There is no evidence of fraud. But on Thursday, to highlight the allegations of misconduct, Trump visited the central bank’s headquarters, joining a scheduled tour of the renovations and engaging in an awkward exchange with Powell as both men stood before the cameras wearing hard hats. After the tour, Trump stood in front of the Fed and told reporters that “we have to get interest rates lowered in our country.” He said he had made the same point to Powell directly. And he added, falsely, that the United States was not experiencing any inflation.

The subtext of Trump’s visit to the Fed, the first by a president in two decades, is that some of his aides are pressing him to use the renovations as a legal pretext to remove the Fed chair if Powell continues to resist Trump’s wishes. This month Trump showed congressional Republicans the draft of a letter firing Powell, though the president insisted afterward that he had no intention of removing the Fed chair before the end of his term in May 2026. Trump chose Powell for the job in 2017.

It is far from clear that Trump has the power to fire Powell, but even in raising the possibility, Trump is threatening the stability of the economy and the integrity of America’s political institutions.

The Fed is perhaps the most powerful of the technocratic agencies Congress has created to manage parts of the public’s business. It is charged with maintaining the health of the financial system and the stability of the broader economy.

Its work mostly involves making small adjustments to a small dial called the federal funds rate. It is not necessary to understand the mechanics to comprehend the danger: Trump wants to get his hands on that little dial and twist it.

The Fed has made mistakes under Powell’s leadership, just as it has made mistakes under every one of his predecessors. To his credit, he has acknowledged that he and his colleagues moved too slowly to curb inflation as the economy emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether the Fed is now doing enough to encourage economic growth is also a legitimate subject of public debate. Some Fed officials agree with Trump that the Fed should be moving to lower interest rates. But Trump’s attacks on Powell are not motivated by principled disagreement about the path of monetary policy. The president is publicly humiliating the chair of the Fed because Trump believes that the Fed should be serving his interests, while Powell persists in serving the public interest. Trump’s antics are the behavior of a man who delights in dragging down anyone who refuses to bow down.

Trump is also trying to bully the central bank into concealing the damage caused by his own bad decisions. Past presidents, including Trump in his first term, pressed the Fed to lower interest rates because they wanted to boost economic growth. In recent months Trump has emphasized a second reason: He says that the Fed is making it unduly expensive for the federal government to borrow money. Trump, who has taken to referring to Powell as “Too Late,” wrote this month that “‘Too Late’ is costing the U.S. 360 Billion Dollars a Point, PER YEAR, in refinancing costs.”

The urgency of this concern is a product of Trump’s irresponsible fiscal policies. The government is increasingly vulnerable to higher interest rates because he and his congressional allies have pushed through legislation that will significantly increase federal borrowing in coming years. Rather than taking steps to reduce the size of the debt, Trump is trying to get the Fed to reduce the cost. He is threatening to shift the work of the central bank from controlling inflation to

facilitating the government’s bad habits.

The danger for Americans, and the global economy, is that driving down short-term interest rates — the ones the Fed most directly controls — could drive up longer-term interest rates. Investors would probably regard a sharp cut in the Fed’s policy rate as inflationary gasoline. They would see it as evidence that the United States had abandoned any semblance of monetary discipline and could respond by demanding more compensation for long-term loans. Homebuyers might face higher mortgage rates. Corporations might shelve projects that no longer seemed profitable. What Trump does not appear to comprehend is that the Fed influences borrowing costs but it does not control those costs. It talks to the market, and the market talks back.

The advisers encouraging Trump should know better — and probably do. They are placing their personal ambitions above the national interest. He is looking for a successor to Powell, and some of the contenders appear to be auditioning by telling the president what he wants to hear. Kevin Warsh, a former Fed official who maintained a principled distance from Trump’s attacks on Powell during the president’s first term, now professes to agree. Kevin Hassett, the president’s chief economic adviser, seems willing to tell Trump whatever is necessary to win the job. Scott Bessent, the treasury secretary, appears to have a limitless appetite for the humiliating work of going on television to reassure investors that the president doesn’t really mean the things he just said.

We recognize that the Fed is a political institution, rather than a purely technocratic one. Congress establishes its goals and oversees its performance. And the Fed’s insulation from public sentiment can sometimes impede its economic management. Technocrats are not perfect. During the housing bubble of the early 2000s, for example, the Fed was far too deferential to Wall Street. But Trump has a habit of attacking imperfect institutions without any real plans to replace them with something better, and he is doing so in this case. He is offering a solution that is far worse than the underlying problem.

The country previously lived through the consequences of a central bank that is not sufficiently insulated from politics. President Richard Nixon’s success in strong-arming the Fed to keep rates low in the early 1970s is a big reason inflation soared. There are plenty of similar cautionary tales from other countries, including Italy in the 1980s and Turkey in the 2010s: When central banks are pressured by politicians into overheating the economy, everyone ends up getting burned.

Generations of political leaders from both parties have recognized that the interests of the American people are best served by placing monetary policy decisions in the hands of technocrats who have the mandate and the power to look past the next election. It is an imperfect system, but it has kept inflation substantially under control for the past 40 years. If the president has a better idea, he should share it with the American people.

The Federal Reserve in Washington, April 8, 2019. (Damon Winter/The New York Times)

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Juramenta nueva presidenta de la Cámara de Comercio de Puerto Rico

L a licenciada Margaret Ramírez Báez juró ayer martes como nueva presidenta de la Cámara de Comercio de Puerto Rico (CCPR) para el año 2025-2026, en una ceremonia que también marcó la toma de posesión de la nueva Junta Directiva del gremio empresarial.

“Presidir la Cámara de Comercio es una responsabilidad que asumo con gran tesón y con un profundo sentido de responsabilidad y diligencia”, expresó Ramírez Báez, en declaraciones escritas.

Durante su mensaje, la presidenta destacó que el nuevo plan estratégico de la CCPR estará enfocado en

Inician remodelación del Parque Félix García en Dorado

El administrador del Municipio de Dorado, Aníbal José Torres, colocó el martes la primera piedra para iniciar la remodelación del Parque Félix García, en la comunidad de Puertos, acompañado del secretario del Departamento de Recreación y Deportes, Héctor Vázquez Muñiz.

“Dorado, al igual que en todos nuestros proyectos, es celoso de sus facilidades, de su limpieza y del buen nombre de nuestro pueblo”, sostuvo Torres en declaraciones escritas.

La remodelación incluirá nuevas butacas, verjas, dogouts y mejoras al sistema de alumbrado. El secretario del DRD agradeció la colaboración entre el

gobierno estatal y municipal, y reconoció al ingeniero José Nazario por priorizar el proyecto.

El inicio de las obras se oficializó con una ceremonia que contó con la participación de senadoras del distrito y legisladores municipales. La inversión para el proyecto asciende a 850,699.50 dólares.

temas como educación, infraestructura, energía, permisología, reshoring y una reforma contributiva integral que elimine el impuesto al inventario.

La directora ejecutiva del organismo, licenciada Liza M. García Vélez, subrayó que la integración de una mujer a la presidencia representa una visión renovada y una oportunidad de transformación para fortalecer vínculos entre el sector privado, el gobierno y la sociedad.

La Junta Directiva 2025-2026 incluye al presidente electo, licenciado José Julio Aparicio Laspina; al primer vicepresidente, Raúl Bustamante; al tesorero, el contador público autorizado Carlos E. De Ángel Ramírez; y al secretario, Eddie Ríos Gómez.

También estuvieron presentes el presidente de la Legislatura Municipal, José Torres Archilla, los legisladores Jonathan Medina, José Cartagena y Daysi Ríos, así como el líder comunitario

El inicio de las obras se oficializó con una ceremonia que contó con la participación de senadoras del distrito y legisladores municipales.

Rafy Torres y el director municipal de Recreación y Deportes, Tomás Rodríguez.

Convocatoria a los y las integrantes del Colegio de abogados y abogadas de Puerto Rico

De conformidad con lo dispuesto en la Ley Núm. 43, del 14 de mayo de 1932, según enmendada, y el Artículo 11 del Reglamento del Colegio, convocamos a todo y toda integrante del Colegio de Abogados y Abogadas de Puerto Rico a la ASAMBLEA GENERAL ORDINARIA ANUAL, la cual se celebrará el sábado, 6 de septiembre de 2025, a las 9:00 de la mañana, en el Sheraton Convention Center, Miramar, San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Integrantes comité de resoluciones

A tenor con la Regla 2 del Reglamento del Comité de Resoluciones, se designan a los siguientes compañeros y compañeras como miembros del Comité de Resoluciones para la Asamblea 185 del Colegio de

Abogados y Abogadas de Puerto Rico: presidenta, la Lcda. Lindsay T. López Murillo e integrantes: la Lcda. Marién Méndez Acevedo y el Lcdo. Kevin M. Rivera Medina.

Resoluciones

A tenor con la Regla 3 del Reglamento del Comité de Resoluciones, se invita a la matrícula a presentar los proyectos de resolución en la sede del Colegio, ubicada en el número 808 de la Avenida Ponce de León, en Miramar, Puerto Rico, o por correo electrónico a la siguiente dirección: juntagob@capr.org. Tales proyectos de resolución deben presentarse con, por lo menos, 72 horas de antelación a la Asamblea; es decir, hasta las 9:00 de la mañana del 3 de septiem-

bre de 2025. Copia del Reglamento está disponible en la sede del Colegio y en la página digital https://capr. org/ (acceder a Sobre Nosotros - Reglamento)

Enmiendas al reglamento general

Según lo dispuesto en las enmiendas al Artículo 48 del Reglamento y a los procesos adoptados por la Junta de Gobierno, el término para someter enmiendas al Reglamento concluye el jueves, 7 de agosto de 2025, a las 5:00 de la tarde. Treinta (30) días antes de la Asamblea General se notificará a todos los colegiados y colegiadas las enmiendas propuestas.

En San Juan, Puerto Rico, hoy 31 de julio de 2025. Vivian Godineaux Villaronga Presidenta

La licenciada Margaret Ramírez Báez.

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Ozzy Osbourne, the lovable prince of darkness

By BEN SISARIO

No dark lord of heavy metal was ever more lovable than Ozzy Osbourne.

From his days as the helium-voiced conjurer of demonic wars and time-traveling iron men to his signature pop-culture role as a dotty reality TV star, Osbourne, who died Tuesday at 76, was perhaps rock’s most beloved mascot of excess.

Damaged by years of drug abuse, and more recently by a variant of Parkinson’s disease, Osbourne was long diminished from his peak performances of the 1970s as the lead singer of Black Sabbath, which more than any other band defined the sound (loud and molten), look (gothic black) and attitude (sneering) of heavy metal.

But his persistence, even in a weakened state, only made Osbourne more beloved. That was poignantly clear this month, when Black Sabbath made its final appearance at a charity concert in Birmingham, England, where the group was founded, called Back to the Beginning — with Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, Pantera, Anthrax and even the other members of Black Sabbath apparently happy to play second fiddle to Osbourne.

Dressed in glittery black and seated on a black throne, Osbourne swayed his arms above his head as he led the crowd in “War Pigs,” the vaguely satanic antiwar epic that opens the band’s influential second album, “Paranoid” (1970).

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“Thank you from the bottom of my heart,” he told the crowd.

For longtime fans, the image of Ozzy — everybody called him Ozzy — from the Birmingham concert echoed his most familiar posture from Ozzfest, the touring music festival that Osbourne led almost annually from 1996 to 2018. There, worshiped by a multigenerational faithful, Osbourne only had to raise his arms and mouth a benevolent grin to make the audience go wild.

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Osbourne’s “signature move” to rally a crowd.

“He kind of jumps in one place and claps,” Lee said. “There’s an evil smirk on his face as he’s doing it, but I think the evil smirk is happiness because the place is going bananas. It’s letting the audience know that you are enjoying it just as much or more than they are.”

It wasn’t always that way. For a period in the 1980s, Osbourne was one of the key targets for the rock-is-scary movement that was promoted by political conservatives but found receptive ears among parents of every stripe.

He was a legend of bad behavior. At a record company conference, he once bit the head off a live dove. On tour in 1982 in Des Moines, Iowa, it was a dead bat that he decapitated. Osbourne later said he thought the bat was a toy, but antics like that were reported widely and stirred parental fears.

Osbourne also became a focus of fears in the news media and in politics that heavy metal music itself was dangerous, a vessel of hidden satanic messages and not-so-hidden corrupting themes. He was sued over his 1980 song “Suicide Solution,” which the parents of a 19-year-old man said he had been listening to before he took his life. The case was dismissed, and Osbourne said the song had been intended as a warning against the dangers of alcoholism.

Osbourne’s fragile mental state became a running joke in rock. In the 1988 comic documentary “The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years,” Osbourne is seen making breakfast while he cheerfully discusses the effects of drugs on him and other members of Black Sabbath. As he talks, viewers see a close-up of someone — Ozzy? — clumsily trying to pour orange juice into a cup, spilling it everywhere. (The director, Penelope Spheeris, later said the shot was faked.)

That character spilled over into “The Osbournes,” the hit MTV reality show that followed Osbourne as he wandered, seemingly clueless, through his home life and professional career, as in one episode when he appeared to be frightened by a demonstration of the pyrotechnics for his stage show.

In Black Sabbath, Osbourne’s wailing tenor and the thudding power chords of Tony Iommi’s guitar established much of the basic musical vocabulary of heavy metal. It was a deliberately grim, nightmarish realm; the band took its name from a late-period Boris Karloff film.

Osbourne reveled in the iconography of darkness, but he also had a softer side. A Beatles nut, he was fascinated by the vulnerability and haunted eyes on the cover of their 1964 album “Beatles for Sale,” and in 2005 Osbourne released a long-anticipated cover of the Beatles’ “In My Life.”

That side revealed itself elsewhere. The lyrics of “Crazy Train,” the stripped-down 1980 rocker that was Osbourne’s first single release as a solo artist — written by Bob Daisley, who also played bass — contain lines that sound more like a flower-child hippie than any prince of darkness: “Maybe it’s not too late / To learn how to love and forget how to hate. The

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Morning bid: get set for 3-day obstacle course

World markets have hunkered down for three days of economic health checks, corporate readouts and policy decisions that may define the remainder of the summer, with U.S. trade worries easing somewhat following a series of framework deals that should enable better planning ahead.

Global stocks and U.S. futures flatlined on Wednesday, with the Federal Reserve due to hold the line in interest rates again later in the day just as U.S. GDP and jobs updates stream in alongside the first set of megacap earnings from Microsoft and Meta. The dollar took a breather too after a strong two-day rally.

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ahead of Wednesday’s Fed meeting and the Treasury’s quarterly refunding announcement. This followed strong demand at a series of hefty debt auctions this week, most notably record takeup of 7-year notes on Tuesday. The drop in 10-year yields to their lowest point since July 3 was all the more impressive against the surge in crude oil prices to their highest level in over a month.

* The second quarter U.S. GDP estimate now takes center stage, with the narrower-than-forecast June trade deficit released on Tuesday pushing up the Atlanta Fed’s estimate of growth to 2.9% from 2.4% earlier. Other releases showed U.S. June job openings softening but consumer confidence brightening this month, with the monthly payrolls and June PCE inflation gauge due on Friday

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* The big macro market mover late Tuesday was a sharp drop in Treasury yields

* The Fed is expected to stand pat later despite likely dissents from President Donald Trump’s two appointees on the board. The Bank of Canada is likely to hold steady too. The Bank of Japan delivers its verdict on Thursday. While the trade picture appears to be clearing up for monetary policymakers ahead of Friday’s deadline for trade deals, the inflation fallout remains foggy.

* With investors deep in the weeds of the earnings season, attention turns squarely to the artificial intelligence theme after the bell on Wednesday with Microsoft and Meta’s updates. Apple and Amazon are due Thursday. UPS and Whirlpool lost more than 10% on Tuesday amid tariff-related hits. In Europe, pharma giant Novo Nordisk was still reeling from a near 25% share price plunge on Tuesday - its biggest ever one-day dropafter it slashed its outlook amid the stiff competition facing its main obesity drug.

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* U.S. and Chinese officials agreed to seek an extension of their 90-day tariff truce on Tuesday, following two days of what both sides described as constructive talks aimed at defusing an escalating trade war between the world’s two biggest economies.

* U.S. President Donald Trump said a trade deal with India has yet to be finalised and warned of possible higher tariffs ahead of an August 1 deadline to seal an agreement.

* Trump’s trade tariffs are ramping up the cost of importing already-pricey cocoa and hurting the competitiveness of local factories versus Canadian and Mexican outfits that supply the U.S., according to conversations with 11 industry executives, representatives, experts and traders.

* Retail investors are often late to Wall Street parties, only catching the rally once “smart money” is looking for the exit. But that doesn’t appear to be the case this time around, claims ROI columnist Jamie McGeever.

By IVAN NECHEPURENKO and FRANCESCA REGALADO

Relatively minor damage was reported in Russia’s Far East as the initial effects of a powerful earthquake and tsunami were felt Wednesday.

A local port was flooded, and ceiling panels fell at a terminal building of a regional airport. Authorities reported that evacuations had been successful.

The extent of damage remained unclear, however, and the local governor said that a solid assessment would take a week.

Videos posted by residents and regional authorities showed buildings shaking. “It has already been so long,” a woman said in one video, which The New York Times verified. “Please stop. Please.”

The local health ministry told Interfax, a Russian news agency, that some people had been injured as a result of the earthquake but that “no serious traumas have been observed.”

The Kamchatka region, a vast peninsula jutting down into the Pacific, is one of the most remote regions in Russia. It has a growing role as a tourist destination thanks to its lush nature, plentiful fish and active volcanoes. But it is not very

populated: Its landmass, roughly the size of Sweden, is home to 290,000 people.

An undersea earthquake struck at 11:24 a.m. local time Tuesday, 78 miles from the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, the administrative seat of the Kamchatka region, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Minutes later, Gov. Vladimir Solodov placed a tsunami warning on Kamchatka.

South of the peninsula, Gov. Valery Limarenko of the neighboring Sakhalin region declared an emergency in the district of Severo-Kurilsk on the island of Paramushir. Paramushir and Shumshu, a smaller island nearby, were put under a tsunami warning soon after the quake.

Videos posted by the Kamchatka branch of the Russian geophysics service showed seawater flooding coastal buildings there.

Aleksandr Ovsyannikov, the head of the Severo-Kurilsk municipality, said in a statement that four tsunami waves had hit the town, with some reaching 650 feet inland. He also told Interfax that the waves had flooded the port and pushed some ships into the open sea.

The agency that tracks earthquakes and tsunamis in the region said the quake was the biggest in the area since 1952.

It said “a strong aftershock process” was underway. “Without doubt, this is an outstanding event,” it said.

There were no casualties reported from the tsunami, and all 2,400 residents of Severo-Kurilsk were evacuated, Limarenko said on Telegram. But the tsunami flooded a port and a fish factory, Limarenko said.

In Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, a kindergarten was among the structures damaged by the quake. Sergei Lebedev, Kamchatka’s minister for emergency situations, said that no one was injured, as the kindergarten was empty and under repair when the earthquake hit.

Ceiling panels at a local airport, where a new terminal building opened a few months ago, fell on passengers, injuring one woman, the regional emergency authority said. Around 60 surfers were evacuated from a beach, emergency authorities said.

Kamchatka authorities advised businesses to close starting around 1 p.m. local time, an hour and a half after the earthquake struck. They also closed volcanic parks and trekking routes in the peninsula’s southern tip for the next five days, saying volcanologists had warned of ongoing seismic activity. Kamchatka has more than 100 active volcanoes that are part of the Pacific “Ring of Fire.”

Russia’s far east suffers some damage from earthquake and tsunami Trump’s mideast envoy heads to Israel amid global fury over Gaza hunger

By AARON BOXERMAN and MAGGIE HABERMAN

Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy, was set to depart for Israel on Wednesday amid mounting international anger over the dire humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, according to a U.S. official and another person familiar with the matter.

Both spoke anonymously because they were not authorized to publicly discuss Witkoff’s trip, his first known visit to Israel since May, when the United States negotiated the release of the last living American Israeli hostage held by Hamas in Gaza. This time Witkoff is expected to arrive in Israel under grimmer circumstances.

Widespread hunger has gripped Gaza’s roughly 2 million Palestinians, many of whom are displaced after nearly two years of war, after Israel imposed severe restrictions on aid entering the territory and launched a new and contentious system for distributing food and other essential goods. The World Food Program says more than 1 in 3 Palestinians are not eating for multiple consecutive days. And Gaza health officials say dozens of people, including children, have died of starvation in recent weeks.

This week, Trump publicly acknowledged starvation in Gaza, breaking with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, who has denied that it is occurring. “That’s real starvation stuff, I see it, and you can’t fake that,” Trump said Monday. Witkoff is the Trump administration’s lead on negotiations over a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and the release of the remaining hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. But those talks

stalled last week.

The devastating conditions in the territory have ignited a wave of global outrage at Israel over the past several days. France announced it would recognize Palestinian statehood, a move followed — albeit conditionally — by Britain. A coalition of about 30 countries, including some of Israel’s traditional allies, called last week for an immediate end to the war.

More than 60,000 people have now been killed in the Israeli campaign against Hamas in Gaza, including thousands of children, according to Palestinian health officials. Those figures do not distinguish between civilians and combatants.

The war began with a large-scale Hamas attack on southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, which killed about 1,200 people in Israel and saw roughly 250 taken to Gaza as hostages. Israel ended the last U.S.-brokered ceasefire in March rather than finish the war with the Palestinian group still in power in Gaza.

Roughly 50 captives remain in Gaza, and dozens of them are presumed dead, according to Israel. They include two Israeli American soldiers — Itay Chen, 19, and Omer Neutra, 21 — who were killed by Palestinian militants during the Hamasled attack.

Earlier this month, Trump repeatedly broadcast high optimism over the possibility that a ceasefire in Gaza could be imminent. But last week, Israel and the United States withdrew their negotiators from Doha, Qatar, where talks have taken place, blaming Hamas for the impasse.

Hamas officials argued that they had made significant concessions, but that Washington preferred to cover for Israel’s own unwillingness to compromise.

Witkoff said Hamas’ latest offer had shown “a lack of desire to reach a ceasefire.” He said the United States would consider “alternative options to bring the hostages home and try to create a more stable environment for the people of Gaza,” without elaborating.

Steve Witkoff, the special envoy to the Middle East, speaks alongside President Donald Trump at the White House on May, 28, 2025. Amid mounting international anger over the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, Witkoff is reportedly set to make his first trip to Israel in months on July 30, 2025. (Doug Mills/The New York Times).

Thailand and Cambodia stepped back from war, but their temple fight remains

By SUI-LEE WEE

It took days of cajoling and pressure from the United States, China and Malaysia — and a threat from President Donald Trump — to get Thailand and Cambodia to come together to work out their two nations’ deadliest border conflict in decades.

That was the easy part.

On Tuesday, the Thai and Cambodian militaries agreed to implement a ceasefire. Both sides said that they would not deploy more troops to their contested border, bringing a tenuous peace after rocket launches, airstrikes and shelling that killed dozens and forced more than 300,000 people to flee their homes.

But questions remain about how long the lull can last. A key issue that brought the two neighbors to arms is their most intractable dispute: who can lay claim to the centuriesold Hindu temples along the border, dating back to the ancient Khmer Empire.

Trust has seldom been in evidence between the two neighbors, and it has in no way been repaired after this latest violence. A personal feud between their de facto leaders has only added to the tensions.

On Wednesday and late on Tuesday, the Thai army continued to accuse the Cambodian forces of starting gunfights. Cambodia rejected the accusations as false, saying that they “dangerously threaten the fragile trust and dialogue essential for lasting peace.”

“The problem in that area is that almost anything could provoke hostilities,” said Charles A. Ray, who was the U.S. ambassador to Cambodia from 2003 to 2005. “No one has really gotten the two sides in a rooms, have them sit down and really discuss: ‘What do both sides gain by fighting over a temple on a mountain?’”

Officials will next meet Monday to work out how to maintain a ceasefire, including by having Malaysian observers monitor it. That step is seen as crucial: A plan to introduce Indonesian observers after the last major deadly border clash in 2011 never panned out.

The mood remained resigned and uncertain in evacua-

People displaced by the fighting take shelter at Surindra Rajabhat University in Nok Mueang, in Thailand’s Surin Province, on Thursday, July 24, 2025. (Sui-Lee Wee/The New York Times)

tion centers in Thailand and Cambodia on Tuesday. In Thailand, the authorities have told more than 180,000 evacuees to stay put just in case.

In Surin, Pa Srakaeo, 58, a rice farmer, said that she was not hopeful about returning home soon. “It’s probably 50-50.”

For there to be an enduring peace, both countries need to resolve the dispute over how their 500-mile-long border should be demarcated.

One major sticking point is Thailand’s insistence that all discussions must to be done bilaterally. It has refused to recognize the 1962 ruling by the International Court of Justice that the Preah Vihear temple falls within the sovereignty of Cambodia. It argues that both countries should stick to a 2000 memorandum of understanding that states that both sides agreed to jointly survey and define the areas together.

But they have been talking for years with little progress. Notably, they can’t even agree on what maps they should use.

Cambodia uses a 1:200,000-scale map, which is equi-

valent to giving someone a small and simple drawing of an area that gives a general layout but is not very precise. This map was drawn by French surveyors when Cambodia was a French colony and was used by the ICJ in its 1962 ruling.

Thailand uses a 1:50,000-scale map — like the U.S. military — like a much bigger and highly detailed blueprint of a street in which every house and tree can be seen. Thailand says this map reflects the actual terrain.

This issue is such an inflammatory one that the Thai government spokesperson, Jirayu Houngsub, took pains to reject Thai media reports that Thailand would agree to use Cambodia’s 1:200,000-scale map in the ceasefire talks.

“No government or individual would ever sell out their own country,” Houngsub said.

Ray said he had once suggested to someone in Cambodia that both sides should come up with a joint commission that monitors the comings and goings in these areas, like the Demilitarized Zone, the strip of land that divides the Korean Peninsula.

“It didn’t exactly go over big,” he said. “You have a hard time getting through to them. It’s almost an irrationally emotional issue.”

Cambodia argues that temples like Preah Vihear, known as Phra Viharn in Thailand, and Prasat Ta Moan Thom, known as Prasat Ta Muen Thom in Thailand, are deeply significant to Cambodian identity as the descendants of the Khmer kings who built them.

Thailand sees the Phra Viharn /Preah Vihear temple complex as theirs because it is more easily accessible from the Thai side of the border. More broadly, the temples have been seized on by the country’s ultranationalists as “lost territories,” ceded by Siam to French Indochina during the French colonial era. The border dispute has also been a convenient way for Thai political factions to target each other under the guise of nationalism.

“The problem is, once the conflict started, then nationalism became much more extreme,” said Ou Virak, president of Future Forum, a think tank in Phnom Penh dedicated to public policy issues. “And then people made out that these zones were worth dying for.”

The protein bar arms race

By ELIZABETH DUNN

In late August, physician and longevity guru Peter Attia posted a new reel for his 1.3 million Instagram followers, featuring a close-up of a stack of golden boxes, each about the size of a hardcover book, piled up on a marble countertop. The image stood out; Attia’s grid consists mostly of snippets from his popular podcast, “The Drive,” and straight-to-camera clips of him sharing advice on topics such as Zone 2 cardio training or the importance of getting regular colonoscopies.

“Pretty awesome day in the Attia household,” he said from behind the camera. “Just received, yesterday, the first official shipment of the new David bar.”

These protein bars would become available to the public in a few weeks, Attia explained, and the teenagers in his home had been devouring his supply. “I think these are just awesome, and I am really excited for people to start trying these things,” he said.

The David bar, created by RXBar co-founder Peter Rahal and a keto cookie entrepreneur named Zach Ranen, was diving into a marketplace already up to its eyeballs in protein. In recent years, protein supplementation has crossed the species barrier from fitness-coded products such as bars into everyday foods. According to the market research firm Mintel, the number of food and beverage products coming to market with a high-protein claim quadrupled between 2013 and 2024.

The protein maximizer can now begin her day with a Legendary Foods Brown Sugar Cinnamon Breakfast Pastry (20 grams of protein), move on to Immi’s pea protein-based instant ramen for lunch (24 grams), snack on Wilde chips made from chicken and egg white (10 grams), and microwave a Vital Pursuit high-protein frozen pepperoni pizza (22 grams) for dinner.

But for the protein-obsessed, the bar still reigns supreme. The category-leading protein bar, Quest, tops out at 21 grams of protein for 180 calories: almost as much protein as a McDonald’s Big Mac for fewer than half the calories. “We knew we could do more,” Rahal said recently, during a visit to the brand’s offices in New York City. “The question is: What’s the upper limit?”

The David bar was their answer: 28 grams of protein, 150 calories and zero sugar, basically a protein Scud missile wrapped in gold foil. The protein-to-calorie ratio approaches that of boiled cod.

But just as important to David Protein’s

launch was its canny marketing. Its name is a reference to Michelangelo’s sculpture of the idealized male form, the image of which has featured heavily in the bar’s marketing. Attia and Andrew Huberman, another influential voice in the self-optimization space, are David investors and pitchmen. Attia, who was not directly involved in formulating the bars, is also the brand’s chief science officer.

Adding to Attia’s hype, the brand sent out 20,000 product samples in August as a teaser, leading to a TikTok frenzy of fitness influencers brandishing the bar, gleefully reciting its protein content, and tasting it on camera. David began its first official day of sales Sept. 16, with 40,000 customers on the waiting list. The company moved more than $1 million worth of bars in a week and is on track to hit $180 million in sales this year.

Rahal and Ranen believe they can outlast David’s viral moment and build it into a lasting brand synonymous with everybody’s favorite macronutrient. Bars, they say, are just the beginning. And they have already shown they’ll do whatever it takes to muscle out other competitors.

Nutrition experts are less sure that we need so much protein. So: Can the protein craze last?

Even before its exact function was understood, protein was known to be important for building muscle strength; soldiers and laborers were historically encouraged to eat meat-heavy diets. But until relatively recently, there was little worry about the average American getting enough of the stuff, said Lourdes Castro, a registered dietitian and adjunct professor of nutrition at New York University, and the director of NYU’s Food Lab. Beginning in the 1950s, whey proteins isolated from milk began to be used in protein powders as a dietary supplement, but the use of those was limited to the relatively niche sport of bodybuilding.

Liz Applegate, a former director of sports nutrition at the University of California Davis who began teaching nutrition at the school in 1985, said she first saw protein bars and shakes break into the mainstream in the late 1990s. Physical fitness was expanding into a mass hobby, but also, crucially, protein began to be understood as a powerful tool for weight reduction.

Weight-loss regimens such as Dr. Atkins’ Diet Revolution, the Protein Power diet and the South Beach diet dispensed with the calorie restriction or low-fat focus that had been a staple of previous fad diets, and instead centered on the idea of consuming high levels of protein while

our customers move away to other things,” he said. The Paleo crowd had progressed to keto or carnivore diets.

Even outside the bar category, consumers were clamoring for more protein.

“When you look at the rise in protein launches in more processed foods, it’s cheaper, it’s more convenient, it’s easier than traditional protein sources” such as meat and eggs, said Julia Mills, Mintel’s U.S. food and drink analyst. Items with added protein seem to get a pass.

Although the David brand is all about protein, the bar’s major innovation has to do with fat.

In place of the plant oils typically used in bars, David uses a substance known as EPG, or esterified propoxylated glycerol. EPG is a modified plant fat that moves through your digestive system mostly undigested, delivering 92% fewer calories compared with traditional fats.

strictly limiting carbohydrates.

By the time Rahal came up with the RXBar, in 2013, nutrition culture had moved on from the Atkins craze to the likes of Paleo and Whole30 — regimens that continued to restrict carbohydrates, but also called for consuming whole, minimally processed foods.

Rahal, then in his 20s and working in transportation logistics, noticed that the energy bars offered for sale at his CrossFit gym were gathering dust on the shelf. CrossFitters tended to adhere to a Paleo diet, and the ultraprocessed energy bars of the day didn’t fit in. He and a friend, Jared Smith, each stumped up $5,000 and started spending their weekends making Paleo-compliant bars from dates, egg whites and nuts in Rahal’s mother’s basement, and selling them at CrossFit gyms.

Less than five years later, they sold RXBar to Kellogg’s for $600 million.

Rahal collected his winnings and began to dabble in investing. It wasn’t as fun as it sounds.

Rahal found a business partner in Ranen, and in September 2023, they got to work, once again mining the nutrition zeitgeist to come up with their concept. They were focused on protein from the start.

At RXBar, the goal had been to create the highest-protein bar possible within the constraints of using only natural foods, and zero additives. Rahal and Smith hit 12 grams, a respectable number by the standards of the day. But Rahal said that by the time he left Kellogg’s, in 2019, this approach wasn’t cutting it. “I saw all

EPG was developed in the 1990s, but it is still a niche ingredient, in use by a handful of relatively small food companies globally, and manufactured by one called Epogee. Ranen thought it would be a useful tool for accomplishing David’s aggressive calorie-reduction target: The market-leading protein bars derive 40% to 50% of their calories from protein. David was shooting for 75%.

Epogee’s modest capacity to produce EPG has become the choke point in David’s ability to scale up bar production to meet demand. Whether all the extra protein is necessary is a matter of pitched debate in the nutrition world. Federal dietary guidelines recommend 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight per day, which works out to 72 grams for a 200-pound man.

Castro of NYU points out that many consumers gravitating toward high-protein products today may not be using them to hit specific protein goals, but giving themselves permission to eat chips or cookies instead of a healthier whole food. Castro calls this the “healthy halo effect” — the idea that any food, if it contains protein, is automatically a good choice.

“I think, over time, people might realize that getting nutrients in these little packages is not as good as getting them in whole foods,” she said. “The healthy halo might wear off.”

Mills, the analyst at Mintel, isn’t so sure. There are still new protein horizons: According to her company’s data, products making protein claims have been on the rise since 2000.

As for David, as a measure of the company’s devotion to protein efficiency, it recently began selling packages of wild-caught Pacific cod for $55. It’s a move that has all the trappings of a viral marketing stunt, but Rahal insists it is a sincere product extension. Who among us can really tell the difference?

The David bar has become a common sight in bodegas, in New York, June 19, 2025. Online, getting enough protein has become a mainstream nugget of self-help advice, on par with strategies for getting more restful sleep. (Amir Hamja/The New York Times)

Videos from the Amazon reveal an unexpected animal friendship

By CLARISSA BRINCAT

Screenwriters in search of the next Timon and Pumbaa may want to look to the Amazon, where unlikely ocelot-opossum duos have been filmed hanging out together.

Researchers at Cocha Cashu Biological Station in southeastern Peru set up a camera trap to study bird behavior, but they got a surprise guest appearance instead: an ocelot trailing an opossum through the jungle at night. The ocelot, a wildcat slightly larger than a house cat, and the common opossum, a marsupial, are usually predator and prey. But in this video, they moved in tandem.

“We were skeptical about what we had seen,” said Isabel Damas-Moreira, behavioral ecologist at Bielefeld University in Germany. Perhaps the ocelot was shadowing its dinner-tobe to learn about its behavior, they wondered, although that didn’t explain the opossum’s laidback behavior. Then came a second clip: the same odd couple wandering back along the trail minutes later.

“Like two old friends walking home from a bar,” Damas-Moreira said.

Intrigued, they contacted researchers in other parts of the Amazon who turned up three additional, nearly identical videos from different locations and years.

Damas-Moreira and her colleagues then set up an experiment, which they described last month in the journal Ecosphere. They left strips of fabric infused with ocelot scent, puma scent and a control in front of camera traps.

Opossums visited the ocelot scent 12 times, often lingering to rub against, sniff or bite the fabric. The puma scent attracted just one brief visit.

Opossums’ attraction to ocelots remains a mystery, but Damas-Moreira and her colleagues suspect there’s something that draws both animals. One hypothesis is “chemical camouflage.”

“Opossums have a strong smell, and a close-by ocelot might help hide the opossum’s scent from bigger predators, or the opossum’s odor might mask the ocelot’s presence from prey,” said Ettore Camerlenghi, an evolutionary biologist and ecologist at ETH Zurich and an author of the study.

Opossums are also resistant to the venom of pit vipers, a type of snake that lives in the Amazon. Ocelots lack that defense, and teaming up could give both animals an edge when hunting, Camerlenghi said. In North America, a similar alliance exists between coyotes and

A frame from a video provided by Nadine Holmes shows an ocelot and an opossum together in the Amazon. Scientists are trying to understand footage that showed ocelots and opossums, usually predator and prey, hanging out together. (Nadine Holmes via The New York Times)

badgers, who buddy up to hunt squirrels.

The finding doesn’t surprise Erol Akcay, a theoretical biologist at the University of Pennsylvania who was not involved in the research.

“We tend to underestimate how much cooperation there is in nature,” he said.

One of Akcay’s favorite examples of what scientists call hunting mutualism is between honeyguide birds and humans. The birds lead people to bee nests, and when humans crack them open for honey, honeyguides feast on beeswax. As for opossums and ocelots, Akcay suspects a similar trade-off: “Opossums might guide the ocelot to prey it cannot itself take down, but they can feed on the carrion that ocelots leave behind,” he said.

Diego Astúa, a professor and curator of mammals at the Federal University of Pernambuco in Brazil whose research focuses on opossums, called the study “really cool!” Considering that opossums are solitary creatures who don’t even hang out with their own kind outside of family or mating, this behavior is unexpected, he said.

But the finding also highlights something Astúa knows well: Research on opossum behavior is still in its infancy. “We are likely to find more and more surprising records like this,” he said.

Without video camera traps, the discovery might never have happened. Both species are nocturnal and elusive, making direct observation in dense rainforest difficult, Camerlenghi said. And “the video footage revealed interactions that photos alone could have easily been mistaken for predator-prey encounters,” Damas-Moreira added.

Femenino y masculino

• Silla de Rueda (Femenino y masculino)

• Empleados del Sistema de Salud Menonita (Femenino y masculino)

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SALA SUPERIOR DE HUMACAO

1. NILSA VELÁZQUEZ

SANTIAGO; 2. GLADYS

VELÁZQUEZ SANTIAGO; 3. MARÍA VELÁZQUEZ

SANTIAGO;4. LETICIA VÁZQUEZ VELÁZQUEZ, IVETTE VÁZQUEZ

VELÁZQUEZ Y MARISOL

VÁZQUEZ VELÁZQUEZ, HEREDERAS DE LA SUCESIÓN DE CARMEN DELIA VELÁZQUEZ

SANTIAGO; 5. VIRGEN VIOLETA VELÁZQUEZ

SANTIAGO; 6. ORLANDO VELÁZQUEZ COLÓN; JOSEPH VELÁZQUEZ COLÓN; ALEJANDRO G. VELÁZQUEZ PÉREZ Y ORLANDO VELÁZQUEZ PÉREZ HEREDEROS DE LA SUCESIÓN DE JACINTO VELÁZQUEZ

SANTIAGO; 7. MARÍA TERESA VELÁZQUEZ

SANTIAGO; 8. SATURNINO VELÁZQUEZ

SANTIAGO. Demandantes V. 1. ANA MARÍA VELÁZQUEZ SANTIAGO; SUCESIÓN DE ANA MARÍA VELÁZQUEZ; 2. ARCADIO VELÁZQUEZ SANTIAGO; SUCESIÓN DE ARCADIO VELÁZQUEZ SANTIAGO; 3. CATALINA SANTIAGO RODRÍGUEZ; SUCESIÓN DE CATALINA SANTIAGO RODRÍGUEZ; 4. EUSTAQUIA SANTIAGO RODRÍGUEZ; SUCESIÓN DE EUSTAQUIA SANTIAGO RODRÍGUEZ; 5. PEDRO JOSÉ VELÁZQUEZ SANTIAGO; 6. FULANO DE TAL, SU ESPOSA FULANA DE TAL Y LA SOCIEDAD LEGAL DE BIENES GANANCIALES COMPUESTA POR AMBOS; 7. PERSONAS NATURALES O JURÍDICAS DE NOMBRE DESCONOCIDO DENOMINADAS A, B Y C; 8. PARTES IINTERESADAS

Demandados

Civil Núm.: HU2024CV01748.

Sobre: USUCAPIÓN. CITACIÓN POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS EE.

UU., EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PR.

A: Antolina Algarín, Sabina Velázquez, Agustín Velázquez, Jesús Diaz, Joaquín Diaz, Úrsula Rodríguez, Antonio De Santiago, Agapito Medina, Isabelino Medina, Sucesión Juan De Jesús, Basilio Lozada, Sebastián Velázquez, Sucesión Pilar De Santiago, Justa Velázquez, Mariano Soto, Gabriela Velázquez, sus herederos, causahabientes o cesionarios, con paraderos y/o direcciones desconocidas, a Johanna Velázquez Rodríguez con dirección física Carr 914 KM 1.1 Sector Asturianas Humacao, PR 00791, y, asimismo, a todo el que tenga algún interés o derecho real sobre el inmueble descrito en la Demanda de Dominio-Usucapión del caso de epígrafe, a las personas ignoradas, a quienes pueda perjudicar la inscripción, a los anteriores dueños, o sus herederos y, en general, a toda persona que desee oponerse.

POR LA PRESENTE: se les notifica que los Peticionarios de epígrafe han presentado una Demanda para que se declare probado a favor de ellos, el dominio por usucapión que tienen sobre la siguiente propiedad: Número 628 inscrita al Folio 176 de Tomo 13 Demarcación de Las Piedras, Registro de la Propiedad de Humacao con siguiente descripción registral: “Rústica: BARRIO MONTONES de Las Piedras. Lote: Cabida: 47 Cuerdas. Linderos: Norte, con Antolina Algarín. Sur, con Sabina Velázquez. Este, con Agustín Velázquez y Joaquín Díaz. Oeste, con Úrsula Rodríguez, Antonio de Santiago y Agapito Medina. TRACTO: Se inmatricula por Expediente de Dominio.” Este Tribunal ordenó que se publique la pretensión por tres (3) veces durante el término de veinte (20) días en un periódico de circulación general diaria, para que todas las personas arriba mencionadas y todas aquellas desconocidas a quienes pueda perjudicar la inscripción o deseen oponerse, puedan así hacerlo dentro del término de veinte (20) días a partir de la última publicación del presente edicto. Por tanto, firmo expido la presente en Humacao, Puerto Rico, a 30 de junio de 2025. EVELYN FÉLIX VÁZQUEZ, SECRETARIA. DA-

LISSA REYES DE LEÓN, SUBSECRETARIA.

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO

RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA SALA SUPERIOR DE MAYAGÜEZ

OLGA SANTIAGO

RODRIGUEZ

RAFAEL ANGEL

SANTIAGO RODRIGUEZ

FELIX SANTIAGO

RODRIGUEZ

PETICIONARIOS

EX – PARTE Civil Núm.: MZ2025CV00987. Sobre: EXPEDIENTE DE DOMINIO. EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMERICA EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO. SS.

A: Persona desconocida o persona ignorada, colindantes, dueños anteriores, herederos, causahabientes, y cualquier otra persona natural o jurídica con interés que crea tener algún derecho real sobre esta propiedad o que crea ser perjudicada con la inscripción solicitada. Por la presente se notifica que Olga Santiago Rodríguez, Rafael Ángel Santiago Rodríguez y Feliz Santiago Rodríguez han presentado una Petición ante este Honorable Tribunal para que se declare a su favor el dominio del siguiente inmueble: RUSTICA: Predio de terreno sito en el barrio Guamá del término municipal de San Germán, Puerto Rico, de una cabida superficial de 906.9435 metros cuadrados equivalentes a 0.2308 cuerda, colindante por el NORTE y OESTE, con terrenos de José N. Vélez Rosado; por el ESTE, con terrenos de Herminia Ramos Quiñones, y por el SUR, con un camino vecinal de uso público. Contiene una casa edificada en cemento dedicada a vivienda. Catastro numero 56-310-069-238-16000. Abogada de la parte Peticionaria LCDA. CAREN A. RUIZ PEREZ RUA 19,900 #5 Luz Celenia Tirado San Germán, P.R. 00683 TEL. (787) 264-4444 ruizcaren@yahoo.com Y se le notifica a usted, que este Tribunal ha ordenado se le cite para que de verse perjudicado por la inscripción que se solicita pueda oponerse oportunamente a este expediente de dominio; advirtiéndole que de

no presentar oposición dentro del término de veinte (20) días a contar desde la publicación de este edicto, los promoventes podrán obtener que se apruebe esta solicitud de Expediente de Dominio y se mande a inscribir a su nombre, en el Registro de la Propiedad de Puerto Rico, Sección de Mayagüez, el dominio del predio de terreno anteriormente descrito. De no tener representación legal, puede acceder a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://unired. ramajudicial.pr. Este Tribunal ordenó que se publique la pretensión por tres (3) veces durante el término de veinte (20) días en un periódico de circulación general diaria, para que los que tengan algún derecho real sobre el inmueble descrito, las personas ignoradas a quienes pueda perjudicar la inscripción, y en general, a todos los que desearen oponerse, puedan efectuarlo dentro del término de veinte (20) días a partir de la última publicación del presente escrito. Por tanto, libro la presente en Mayagüez, Puerto Rico hoy día 8 de julio de 2025 bajo mi firma y sello oficial. Lcda. Norma G Santana Irizarry, Secretaria. Evelyn Gonzalez Hernandez, Sec Auxiliar.

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Demandante V. GUSTAVO

BONILLA RIVERA

Demandados

Civil Núm.: BY2018CV01440. Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO Y EJECUCIÓN DE HIPOTECA POR LA VÍA ORDINARIA. AVISO DE VENTA EN PÚBLICA

SUBASTA. Yo, MARIBEL LANZAR VELÁZQUEZ, Alguacil de la División de Subastas del Tribunal de Primera lnstancia, Sala de Bayamón, a la demandada y al público en general, les notifico que, cumpliendo con un Mandamiento que se ha librado en el presente caso, por el Secretario del Tribunal, con fecha 22 de mayo de 2025 y para satisfacer la Sentencia por la cantidad de $86,342.23 de principal; dictada en el caso de epígrafe el 23 de abril de 2021 notificada ese mismo día, procederé a vender en pública subasta, al mejor postor en pago de contado y en moneda del curso legal de los Estados Unidos de América, todo derecho, título e interés que haya tenido, tenga o pueda tener la deudor a

demandada en cuanto a la propiedad localizada en el: Municipio de Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, los bienes inmuebles se describen a continuación: Apt. 1001 Edficio Sur, Quintavalle Condominium. URBANA: HORIZONTAL PROPERTY: Quintavalle Condominium. Apartment ten hundred one (1001) - Edificio Sur. Rectangular shaped three bedroom unit with a total construction area of 865.46 square feet, equivalent to 80.40 square meters, distributed in 798.06 square feet, equivalent to 74.14 square meters of enclosed area and 67.40 square feet, equivalent to 6.26 square meters of porch. The main entrance is located on the North side. This apartment is located in Edificio Sur of the Condominium and occupies part of the tenth floor of the building. The maximum length of this unit is twenty five feet five inches and the maximum width is forty four feet four inches. Its boundaries are by the North, in a distance of forty four feet four inches, equivalent to 13.52 meters with exterior common areas; by the South, in a distance of forty four feet four inches, equivalent to 13.52 meters with common wall that separates it from apartment #1002 and the common interiors area; by the East, in a distance of twenty five feet three inches, equivalent to 7.70 meters, with the exterior common areas and by the West, in a distance of twenty four feet one inches, equivalent to 7.34 meters with common wall that separates it from apartment #1004 and the interior and exterior common areas. This unit contains a kitchen, a living room, a dining room, three bedrooms with closet, two bathrooms and a covered porch. Se le asigna a este apartamento el estacionamiento #1 como elemento común limitado. Este apartamento tiene una participación de 0.61792% en los elementos comunes del Condominio. FINCA: #38938 inscrita al folio 160 del tomo 1105 de Guaynabo Registro de la Propiedad de Guaynabo. Con el importe de dicha venta se habrá de satisfacer a la parte demandante las cantidades adeudadas según la Sentencia dictada en el caso de epígrafe, por el Tribunal de Primera Instancia, Sala de Bayamón, cuyas cantidades ascienden a $86,342.33 de principal, a razón de 6.65% de intereses los cual es continúan acumulándose hasta el saldo total de la deuda; $592.79 de gastos por concepto de cargos por demora los cuales continúan acumulándose hasta el saldo total de la deuda; $15.00 de bad check

fees, más costas, gastos y honorarios de abogado. El tipo mínimo para la subasta será la suma de tasación pactada, la cual es $108,906.00 para la propiedad descrita. Si no produjere remate o adjudicación la primera subasta, se procederá a una segunda subasta y servirá de tipo mínimo la cantidad de $72,604.00. Si tampoco hubiere remate ni adjudicación en esta segunda subasta, se procederá a una tercera subasta, en ésta el tipo mínimo sería la cantidad de $54,453.00. Si se declarase desierta la tercera subasta se dará por terminado el procedimiento, pudiendo adjudicarse a opción del demandante. Para el lote descrito, la PRIMERA SUBASTA se llevará a cabo el día 14 DE AGOSTO DE 2025, A LAS 9:45 DE LA MAÑANA. De no comparecer postor alguno se llevará a efecto una SEGUNDA SUBASTA el día 21 DE AGOSTO DE 2025, A LAS 9:45 DE LA MAÑANA. De no comparecer postor alguno se llevará a cabo una TERCERA SUBASTA el día 28 DE AGOSTO DE 2025, A LAS 9:45 DE LA MAÑANA. La subasta o subastas antes indicadas se llevarán a efecto en mi oficina, localizada en el Tribunal de Primera lnstancia, Sala Superior de Bayamón. Del Estudio de Título realizado el 21 de mayo de 2025 no surgen gravámenes posteriores. Se le advierte a los licitadores que la adjudicación se hará al mejor postor, quien deberá consignar el importe de su oferta en el mismo acto de la adjudicación en moneda de curso legal de las Estados Unidos de Norteamérica, giro postal o cheque de gerente a nombre del Alguacil del Tribunal y para conocimiento de la parte demandada y de toda(s) aquella(s) persona(s) que tengan interés inscrito con posterioridad a la inscripción del gravamen que se está ejecutando, y para conocimiento de los licitadores y el público en general y para su publicación en un periódico de circulación general, una vez por semana durante el término de dos(2) semanas consecutivas con un intervalo de por lo menos siete (7) días entre ambas publicaciones, y para su fijación en tres (3) lugares públicos del municipio en que ha de celebrarse la venta, tales como, la Alcaldía, el Tribunal y la Colecturía y se le notificará además a la parte demandada vía correo certificado con acuse de recibo a la última dirección conocida. Se les advierte a todos los interesados que todos los documentos relacionados con la presente acción de ejecución de hipote-

ca, así coma la de la subasta, estarán disponibles para ser examinados en la Secretaría del Tribunal. Se entenderá que todo licitador acepta como bastante la titulación y que las cargas y gravámenes anteriores y los preferentes, si los hubiere al crédito de ejecutante, continuarán subsiguientes entendiéndose que el rematante los acepta y queda subrogado en la responsabilidad de los mismos, sin destinarse a su extinción el precio del remate. La propiedad a ser ejecutada se adquirirá libre de cargas y gravámenes posteriores, previa orden judicial dirigida al Registrador de la Propiedad de la sección correspondiente para la cancelación de aquellos posteriores. Y para conocimiento de la demandada, de los acreedores posteriores, de los licitadores, partes interesadas y público en general, expido el presente Aviso para su publicación en los lugares públicos correspondientes. Librada en Bayamón, Puerto Rico, a 27 de junio de 2025. Maribel Lanzar Velázquez, Alguacil Placa #735.

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Demandante V. LA SUCESIÓN DE JESUS SANCHEZ CORDERO, COMPUESTA POR MARIA DIAZ SANCHEZ POR SÍ, JOHN DOE Y JANE DOE (COMO POSIBLES HEREDEROS DESCONOCIDOS); CENTRO DE RECAUDACION DE INGRESOS MUNICIPALES (CRIM)

Demandado (s) Civil Núm.: MT2024CV00444. Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO Y EJECUCIÓN DE HIPOTECA. AVISO DE VENTA EN PÚBLICA SUBASTA. A: LA SUCESIÓN DE JESUS SANCHEZ CORDERO, COMPUESTA POR MARIA DIAZ SANCHEZ POR SÍ, JOHN DOE Y JANE DOE (COMO POSIBLES HEREDEROS DESCONOCIDOS); CENTRO DE RECAUDACION DE INGRESOS MUNICIPALES (CRIM); Y AL PUBLICO EN GENERAL:

El que suscribe, Alguacil del Tribunal de Primera Instancia, Sala Superior, Centro Judicial de Manatí, Puerto Rico, hago saber a la parte demandada

y, al PUBLICO EN GENERAL, y a todos los acreedores que tengan inscritos o anotados sus derechos sobre los bienes hipotecados con posterioridad a la inscripción del crédito del ejecutante, o de los acreedores de cargas o derechos reales que los hubiesen pospuesto a la hipoteca ejecutada y las personas interesadas en, o con derecho a exigir el cumplimiento de instrumentos negociables garantizados hipotecariamente con posterioridad al crédito ejecutado, siempre que surjan de la certificación registral, para que puedan concurrir a la subasta si les convenga o satisfacer antes del remate el importe del crédito, de sus intereses, costas y honorarios de abogados asegurados, quedando entonces subrogados en los derechos del acreedor ejecutante, a saber: HIPOTECA: En garantía de un pagaré a favor de la Autoridad para el Financiamiento de la Vivienda de Puerto Rico, o a su orden, por la suma de $40,000.00, sin intereses y a vencer el 26 de agosto de 2026, según consta de la escritura #67, otorgada en San Juan, el día 26 de agosto de 2011, ante el Notario Giancarlo Olano Levergne, inscrito al folio 104 del tomo 266 de Barceloneta, finca #12,523, inscripción 8va. Condiciones por 10 años-Programa Home. Que en cumplimiento con el Mandamiento de Ejecución de Sentencia expedido el día 4 de junio de 2025, por la Secretaria del Tribunal, procederé a vender y venderé en pública subasta y al mejor postor la propiedad que ubica y se describe a continuación: Dirección de la Propiedad: F-16 Ave. Los Bohíos, Urb. Villas de la Sabana, Barceloneta, PR 00617. URBANA: Solar radicado en la Urbanización “Villas de la Sabana” sito en el barrio Florida Afuera del término municipal de Barceloneta, Puerto Rico, que se describe el Plano de inscripción de la Urbanización con el número, área y colindancias que se relacionan a continuación: Bloque, Numero: “F” Dieciséis (“F” 16). Área: trescientos sesenta y nueve metros cuadrados con doscientos cinco milésimas de otro (369.205 m.c.). En lindes: por el NORTE, en treinta metros con setecientos sesenta y tres milésimas (30.763 m) con el solar número quince (15) del Bloque “F”; por el SUR, en treinta metros con setecientos setenta y uno milésima (30.771 m) con el solar número diecisiete (17) del Bloque “F”; por el ESTE, en doce metros (12.00 m) con la calle número dos (2) de la urbanización; y por el OESTE,

en doce metros (12.00 m) con terrenos de la Autoridad de Tierras. Sobre el descrito solar enclava una estructura de hormigón y bloques, de hormigón dedicada a vivienda. Inscrita al folio móvil del tomo 236 de Barceloneta; Finca número 12,523; Registro de la Propiedad, Sección de Manatí. El producto de la subasta se destinará a satisfacer al demandante, hasta donde alcance, la SENTENCIA dictada a su favor, la cual al 11 de febrero de 2025, asciende a la suma de $38,963.74 por concepto de principal, $8,362.32 de intereses, los cuales continúan acumulándose hasta el pago total de la deuda a razón del 6.5% por ciento anual ($6.40 por diem), cargos por pago atrasado ascendentes a $28.94, la suma de $6,480.88 por concepto de otros cargos, $678.75 por deficiencia en la cuenta plica (“escrow deficiency”), en adición a cualquier adelanto adicional realizado conforme a los términos de la hipoteca, costas, gastos y honorarios de abogados, según pactados. Disponiéndose que si quedare algun remanente, luego de pagarse las sumas antes mencionadas, el mismo deberá ser depositado en la Secretaria del Tribunal para ser entregado a la parte con interes previa solicitud y orden del Tribunal. La venta de la referida propiedad se verificará libre de toda carga o gravamen que afecte la mencionada finca. La adjudicación se hará al mejor postor, quien deberá consignar el importe de su oferta en el acto mismo de la adjudicación, en efectivo (moneda del curso legal de los Estados Unidos de América), giro postal o cheque certificado a nombre del alguacil del Tribunal. La PRIMERA SUBASTA se llevará a efecto el día 14 DE AGOSTO DE 2025, A LA(S) 11:00 DE LA MAÑANA, en la oficina del referido Alguacil, localizada en el Centro Judicial de Manatí, Manatí, Puerto Rico. Que el precio mínimo fijado para la PRIMERA SUBASTA es de $89,000.00. Que de ser necesaria la celebración de una SEGUNDA SUBASTA, la misma se llevará a efecto el día 21 DE AGOSTO DE 2025, A LA(S) 11:00 DE LA MAÑANA, en la oficina antes mencionada del Alguacil que suscribe. El precio mínimo para la SEGUNDA SUBASTA será de $59,333.33, equivalentes a dos terceras (2/3) partes del tipo mínimo estipulado para la PRIMERA subasta. Que de ser necesaria la celebración de una TERCERA SUBASTA la misma se llevará a efecto el día 28 DE AGOSTO DE 2025, A LA(S) 11:00 DE LA MAÑANA, en la oficina antes mencionada del Alguacil que suscribe. El precio mínimo para la TERCERA SUBASTA será de $44,500.00,

equivalentes a la mitad (1/2) del tipo mínimo estipulado para la PRIMERA subasta. Si se declarase desierta la tercera subasta, se adjudicará la finca a favor del acreedor por la totalidad de la cantidad adeudada si ésta es igual o menor que el monto del tipo de la tercera subasta, si el Tribunal lo estima conveniente; se abonará dicho monto a la cantidad adeudada si esta es mayor, todo ello a tenor con lo dispone el Articulo 104 de la Ley Núm. 210 del 8 de diciembre de 2015 conocida como “Ley del Registro de la Propiedad Inmueble del Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico”. La propiedad a ser ejecutada se adquiere libre de toda carga y gravamen que afecte la mencionada finca según el Artículo 102, inciso 6. Una vez confirmada la venta judicial por el Honorable Tribunal, se procederá a otorgar la correspondiente escritura de venta judicial y se pondrá al comprador en posesión física del inmueble de conformidad con las disposiciones de Ley. Para conocimiento de la parte demandada y de toda aquella persona o personas que tengan interés inscrito con posterioridad a la inscripción del gravamen que se está ejecutando, y para conocimiento de todos los licitadores y el público en general, el presente Edicto se publicará por espacio de dos (2) semanas consecutivas, con un intervalo de por lo menos siete días entre ambas publicaciones, en un diario de circulación general en el Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico y se fijará además en tres (3) lugares públicos del Municipio en que ha de celebrarse dicha venta, tales como la Alcaldía, el Tribunal y la Colecturía. Se les informa, por último, que: a. Que los autos y todos los documentos correspondientes al procedimiento incoado estarán de manifiesto en la secretaría del tribunal durante las horas laborables. b. Que se entenderá que todo licitador acepta como bastante la titularidad y que las cargas y gravámenes anteriores y los preferentes, si los hubiere, al crédito del ejecutante continuarán subsistentes. Se entenderá, que el rematante los acepta y queda subrogado en la responsabilidad de los mismos, sin destinarse a su extinción el precio del remate. EXPIDO, el presente EDICTO, en Manatí, Puerto Rico, hoy día 16 de junio de 2025. WILFREDO RODRÍGUEZ CARRIÓN, ALGUACIL CONFIDENCIAL PLACA #135. DIVISIÓN DE SUBASTAS, TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA, SALA SUPERIOR DE MANATÍ.

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IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF PUERTO RICO

MMG PRCI CR, LLC

Plaintiff V. BMF, INC., ORLANDO MAYENDIA DIAZ, JULIO BLANCO DARCY, HIS WIFE WANDA MENDEZ QUIÑONES AND THE CONJUGAL PARTNERSHIP CONSTITUTED THEREIN, ADNREW BERT FOTI TALLENGER, HIS WIFE, EVA JUDITH PAGAN BURGOS AND THE CONJUGAL PARTNERSHIP CONSTITUTED THEREIN; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO (DEPARTAMENTO DE HACIENDA)

Defendants Civil No.: 19-1461 (BJM). Re: COLLECTION OF MONEY, FORECLOSURE OF PLEDGE AND MORTGAGE. NOTICE OF SALE.

TO: BMF, INC., Orlando Mayendia Diaz, Julio Blanco Darcy, his wife Wanda Mendez Quiñones and the Conjugal Partnership constituted therein, Adnrew Bert Foti Tallenger, his wife, Eva Judith Pagan Burgos and the Conjugal Partnership constituted therein; United States Of America, Commonwealth of Puerto Rico (Departamento De Hacienda), General Public, and all parties that may have an interest in the property.

WHEREAS, on January 25, 2023, Judgment was entered for the total outstanding principal balance in the amount of $4,392,502.61 with interest accrued until full payment, plus mortgage and risk insurance premiums, late fees and any other amounts agreed in the mortgage deed, from the date stated above until full payment thereof, plus 10% for attorney’s fees and costs. The records of the case and these proceedings may be examined by interested parties at the Office of the Clerk of the United States District Court, Federal Building, Chardon Avenue, Hato Rey, Puerto Rico or by accessing the electronic court records. WHEREAS, pursuant to said Judgment, the undersigned SPECIAL MASTER, Joel Ronda-Feliciano, was ordered to sell at public auction for US currency in cash or certified check, without appraisal or right to redemption to the highest bidder at his office located in 441 E Street, Frailes Industrial Park, Guaynabo, PR 00969 (coordinates 18.3698579 –66.1124836) the following pro-

perty: “REMANENTE: SOLAR

“B”: LOTE INDUSTRIAL: Predio de terreno de forma irregular que radica en el Barrio Rio Cañas del término municipal de Caguas, Puerto Rico, con cabida de siete mil ochocientos ochenta y un punto cero novecientos ochenta y tres metros cuadrados (7,881.0983 m2). En lindes por el NOROESTE, con el solar “A” que se segrega, en distancia de ciento noventa y dos punto cuatro mil setecientos cincuenta y cuatro (192.4754) metros por el SUR, con el cauce del Río Cañas en varias alineaciones, en distancia de cincuenta y dos punto cuatro mil cuatrocientos sesenta y nueve (52.4469) metros; y por el NORESTE, con la carretera insular número setecientos noventa y ocho (798), distancia de cuarenta y cinco punto dos mil quinientos noventa y dos (45.2592) metros. Finca número cincuenta y un mil seiscientos sesenta y nueve (51,669) inscrita al folio ciento cincuenta (150) del tomo mil cuatrocientos ochenta y nueve (1489) de Caguas, Registro de la Propiedad de Puerto Rico, Sección Primera de Caguas. Potential bidders are advised to verify the extent of preferential liens with the holders thereof. It is understood that the potential bidders acquire the property subject to any and all the senior liens that encumber the property. It shall be understood that each bidder accepts as sufficient the title that prior and preferential liens to the one being foreclosed upon, including but not limited to any property tax liens (express, tacit, implied or legal) shall continue in effect it being understood further that the successful bidder accepts then and is subrogated in the responsibility for the same and the bid price shall not be applied toward the cancellation of the senior liens. WHEREFORE, the FIRST PUBLIC SALE will be held on SEPTEMBER 19, 2025, AT 9:00AM, and the minimum bidding amount that will be accepted is the sum of $4,104,000.00. In the event said first auction does not produce a bidder and the property is not adjudicated, a SECOND PUBLIC AUCTION shall be held on SEPTEMBER 26, 2025, AT 9:00AM, and the minimum bidding amount that will be accepted is the sum of $2,736,000.00. If said second auction does not result in the adjudication and sale of the property, a THIRD PUBLIC AUCTION shall be held on OCTOBER 3, 2025, AT 9:00AM, and the minimum bidding amount that will be accepted is the sum of $2,052,000.00. Upon confirmation of the sale, an order shall be issued canceling all junior liens. For further particulars, reference is made

to the Stipulated Judgment entered by the Court in this case, which can be examined in the aforementioned office of the Clerk of the Unites States District Court. San Juan, Puerto Rico, this 15 day of July, 2025. Joel Ronda-Feliciano, Special Master, Tel: (787) 565-0515, email: rondajoel@me.com.

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA SALA SUPERIOR DE MAYAGÜEZ OLGA SANTIAGO RODRIGUEZ RAFAEL ANGEL SANTIAGO RODRIGUEZ FELIX SANTIAGO RODRIGUEZ

PETICIONARIOS

EX – PARTE Civil Núm.: MZ2025CV00987. Sobre: EXPEDIENTE DE DOMINIO. EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMERICA EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO. SS.

A: Persona desconocida o persona ignorada, colindantes, dueños anteriores, herederos, causahabientes, y cualquier otra persona natural o jurídica con interés que crea tener algún derecho real sobre esta propiedad o que crea ser perjudicada con la inscripción solicitada. Por la presente se notifica que Olga Santiago Rodríguez, Rafael Ángel Santiago Rodríguez y Feliz Santiago Rodríguez han presentado una Petición ante este Honorable Tribunal para que se declare a su favor el dominio del siguiente inmueble: RUSTICA: Predio de terreno sito en el barrio Guamá del término municipal de San Germán, Puerto Rico, de una cabida superficial de 906.9435 metros cuadrados equivalentes a 0.2308 cuerda, colindante por el NORTE y OESTE, con terrenos de José N. Vélez Rosado; por el ESTE, con terrenos de Herminia Ramos Quiñones, y por el SUR, con un camino vecinal de uso público. Contiene una casa edificada en cemento dedicada a vivienda. Catastro numero 56-310-069-238-16000.

Abogada de la parte Peticionaria

LCDA. CAREN A. RUIZ PEREZ

RUA 19,900

#5 Luz Celenia Tirado San Germán, P.R. 00683 TEL. (787) 264-4444 ruizcaren@yahoo.com Y se le notifica a usted, que este Tribunal ha ordenado se le cite para que de verse perjudicado por la inscripción que se

solicita pueda oponerse oportunamente a este expediente de dominio; advirtiéndole que de no presentar oposición dentro del término de veinte (20) días a contar desde la publicación de este edicto, los promoventes podrán obtener que se apruebe esta solicitud de Expediente de Dominio y se mande a inscribir a su nombre, en el Registro de la Propiedad de Puerto Rico, Sección de Mayagüez, el dominio del predio de terreno anteriormente descrito. De no tener representación legal, puede acceder a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://unired. ramajudicial.pr. Este Tribunal ordenó que se publique la pretensión por tres (3) veces durante el término de veinte (20) días en un periódico de circulación general diaria, para que los que tengan algún derecho real sobre el inmueble descrito, las personas ignoradas a quienes pueda perjudicar la inscripción, y en general, a todos los que desearen oponerse, puedan efectuarlo dentro del término de veinte (20) días a partir de la última publicación del presente escrito. Por tanto, libro la presente en Mayagüez, Puerto Rico hoy día 8 de julio de 2025 bajo mi firma y sello oficial. Lcda. Norma G Santana Irizarry, Secretaria. Evelyn Gonzalez Hernandez, Sec Auxiliar. ***

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA SALA SUPERIOR DE GUAYNABO SUN WEST MORTGAGE

COMPANY, INC.

Demandante V. JORGE LUIS MANGUAL COLÓN; THE MONEY HOUSE; JOHN DOE Y RICHARD DOE; COMO POSIBLES TENEDORES DEL PAGARÉ Demandados Civil Núm.: GB2025CV00399. Sobre: SUSTITUCIÓN DE PAGARÉ EXTRAVIADO. Sala: 202. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMERICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS, EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO, S.S. A: RICHARD DOE Y JOHN DOE COMO POSIBLES TENEDORES DEL PAGARÉ EXTRAVIADO - DIRRECIÓN: APT. CC-3 COND. VILLAS DE PARKVILLE I, GUAYNABO, PR 00969. Por la presente se les notifica que se ha presentado en este Tribunal la Demanda de sustitución de pagaré extraviado de epígrafe en la cual se solicita la

sustitución de un pagaré por la suma de $129,328.00, con intereses al 61/2% anual, suscrito el 18 de marzo de 2019, ante la notario Saideth Cristobal Martínez, número de affidávit 10,686. La Escritura Núm. 79, mediante la cual se constituyó una hipoteca voluntaria en garantía del pagaré antes descrito, consta inscrita al folio 40 deI tomo 1092 de Guaynabo, del Registro de la Propiedad de Puerto Rico, de Guaynabo. Se le emplaza y requiere para que notifique a: Lcdo. Fernando Gierbolini; MONSERRATE, SIMONET & GIERBOLINI, 101 Ave. San Patricio, Edificio Maramar Plaza, Suite 1120, Guaynabo, Puerto Rico 00968; Tel: (787) 620-5300, abogados de la parte demandante, con copia de la contestación a la Demanda dentro de los treinta (30) días siguientes a la publicación de este edicto, que se publicará una (1) vez en un periódico de circulación diaria general. Se le apercibe que si no contesta la Demanda radicando el original de la misma a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), al cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https:// unired.ramajudicial.pr, salvo que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la Secretaría del Tribunal Superior dentro del término antes indicado, y notificando con copia a la parte demandante, se le anotará la rebeldía y se le dictará Sentencia en su contra concediendo el remedio solicitado a favor de la parte demandante sin más citarle ni oírle. EXTENDIDO BAJO Ml FIRMA y el Sello del Tribunal, en Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, hoy día 14 de julio de 2025. ALICIA AYALA SANJURJO, SECRETARIA REGIONAL INTERINA. SARA ROSA VILLEGAS, SECRETARIA DEL TRIBUNAL CONFIDENCIAL I.

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA CENTRO JUDICIAL DE PONCE SALA SUPERIOR DE PONCE LUNA

RESIDENTIAL II LLC

Demandante V. ANTONIO FANTAUZZI GEORGE T/C/C ANTONIO FANTAUZZY GEORGE POR SI Y EN REP DE LA SOC LEGAL DE BIENES

GANANCIALES COMP CON MARIA HERNANDEZ ESPINOZA Y OTROS

Demandado(a)

Caso Núm.: PO2022CV01758. (Salón: 406 - CIVIL SUPERIOR). Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO - ORDINARIO Y OTROS. NOTIFICACIÓN DE

SENTENCIA POR EDICTO ENMENDADA. DELIA M. CASTELLANOS GORRITZ DCASTELLANOS@RMMELAW.COM. JUAN PABLO TORRES DEL RÍO - JUANPABLO.TORRESDELR@ LUMAPR.COM. LISA M. APONTE VALDERASLAPONTE@RMMELAW.COM.

A: FULANO(A) DE TAL, SUTANO(A) DE TAL Y JUAN(A) DEL PUEBLO, COMO MIEMBROS DE LA SUCESION DE MARIA HERNANDEZ ESPINOZA T/C/C MARIA ANTONIA HERNANDEZ ESPINOSA; Y A JOHN DOE Y RICHARD DOE, COMO POSIBLES HEREDEROS DESCONOCIDOS DE MARIA HERNANDEZ ESPINOZA T/C/C MARIA ANTONIA HERNANDEZ ESPINOSA. (Nombre de las partes que se le notifican la sentencia por edicto) EL SECRETARIO(A) que suscribe le notifica a usted que el 01 de mayo de 2025, este Tribunal ha dictado Sentencia, Sentencia Parcial o Resolución en este caso, que ha sido debidamente registrada y archivada en autos donde podrá usted enterarse detalladamente de los términos de la misma. Esta notificación se publicará una sola vez en un periódico de circulación general en la Isla de Puerto Rico, dentro de los 10 días siguientes a su notificación. Y, siendo o representando usted una parte en el procedimiento sujeta a los términos de la Sentencia, Sentencia Parcial o Resolución, de la cual puede establecerse recurso de revisión o apelación dentro del término de 30 días contados a partir de la publicación por edicto de esta notificación, dirijo a usted esta notificación que se considerará hecha en la fecha de la publicación de este edicto. Copia de esta notificación ha sido archivada en los autos de este caso, con fecha de 21 de julio de 2025. Notas de la Secretaría: ENMENDADA A LOS FINES DE SOLICITUD POR LA PARTE DEMANDANTE. En Ponce, Puerto Rico, el 21 de Julio de 2025. CARMEN G. TIRÚ QUIÑONES, SECRETARIA. EREINA AGRONT LEÓN, SECRETARIA AUXILIAR DEL TRIBUNAL.

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA SALA SUPERIOR DE BAYAMÓN

CLARIBEL APONTE

MALDONADO

Demandante Vs. JEANDRES RODRIGUEZ RODRIGUEZ; SHENNELE MARIE APONTE MALDONADO Demandado Caso Núm.: BY2025RF01120.

Sobre: CUSTODIA. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS, EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO, SS. A: JEANDRES RODRIGUEZ RODRIGUEZ - RESIDENCIAL VISTA HERMOSA, EDIFICIO 70, APARTAMENTO 797, SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO 00921 - O SEA, LA PARTE ARRIBA MENCIONADA. POR LA PRESENTE, se le emplaza para que presente al Tribunal su alegación responsiva a la demanda dentro de los treinta (30) días de haber sido diligenciado este emplazamiento, excluyéndose el día del diligenciamiento. Usted deberá presentar su alegación responsiva a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), al cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://www.poderjudicial. pr/index.php/tribunal-electronico/, salvo que el caso sea un expediente físico o que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la Secretaría del Tribunal y notificar copia de la misma al (a la) abogado(a) de la parte demandante o a ésta, de no tener representación legal.

LCDA. MARGARITA GÓMEZ VÁZQUEZ

Número del Tribunal Supremo: 8,806 URB. FOREST VIEW, I-2 BAJOS CALLE ESPAÑA, BAYAMÓN, P.R. 00956

TEL. (787) 740-7190

EMAIL: licmargaritagomez@gmail. com

Si usted deja de presentar su alegación responsiva dentro del referido término, el Tribunal podrá dictar sentencia en rebeldía en su contra y conceder el remedio solicitado en la demanda, o cualquier otro, si el Tribunal, en el ejercicio de su sana discreción, lo entiende procedente. Además, se le apercibe que, en los casos al amparo de la Ley Núm. 57-2023, titulada Ley para la Prevención del Maltrato, Preservación de la Unidad Familiar y para la Seguridad, Bienestar y Protección de los Menores, entre los remedios que el Tribunal podrá conceder se incluyen la ubicación permanente de un (una) menor fuera del hogar, el inicio de procesos para la privación de patria potestad, y cualquier otra medida en el mejor interés del (de la) menor. (Artículo 33, inicios b y f de Ley Núm. 57-2023). Se le advierte de su derecho a comparecer acompañado (a) de abogado(a) en los casos que proceda. NOTIFÍQUESE Dada en Bayamón, Puerto Rico, a 24 de julio de 2025. ALICIA AYALA SANJURJO, SECRETARIA REGIONAL.

ISABEL C. SOUCHET BUR-

GOS, SECRETARIA AUXILIAR DEL TRIBUNAL I.

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA

SALA SUPERIOR DE BAYAMÓN CLARIBEL

APONTE MALDONADO Demandante Vs. JEANDRES RODRIGUEZ RODRIGUEZ; SHENNELE MARIE APONTE MALDONADO Demandado

Caso Núm.: BY2025RF01120. Sobre: CUSTODIA. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS, EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO, SS. A: SHENNELE MARIE

APONTE MALDONADO - RESIDENCIAL VISTA HERMOSA, EDIFICIO 70, APARTAMENTO 797, SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO 00921 - O SEA, LA PARTE ARRIBA MENCIONADA. POR LA PRESENTE, se le emplaza para que presente al Tribunal su alegación responsiva a la demanda dentro de los treinta (30) días de haber sido diligenciado este emplazamiento, excluyéndose el día del diligenciamiento. Usted deberá presentar su alegación responsiva a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), al cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://www.poderjudicial. pr/index.php/tribunal-electronico/, salvo que el caso sea un expediente físico o que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la Secretaría del Tribunal y notificar copia de la misma al (a la) abogado(a) de la parte demandante o a ésta, de no tener representación legal. LCDA. MARGARITA GÓMEZ VÁZQUEZ

Número del Tribunal Supremo: 8,806 URB. FOREST VIEW, I-2 BAJOS CALLE ESPAÑA, BAYAMÓN, P.R. 00956 TEL. (787) 740-7190

EMAIL: licmargaritagomez@gmail.com

Si usted deja de presentar su alegación responsiva dentro del referido término, el Tribunal podrá dictar sentencia en rebeldía en su contra y conceder el remedio solicitado en la demanda, o cualquier otro, si el Tribunal, en el ejercicio de su sana discreción, lo entiende procedente. Además, se le apercibe que, en los casos al amparo de la Ley Núm. 57-2023, titulada Ley para la Prevención del Maltrato, Preservación de la Unidad Familiar y para la Seguridad, Bienestar y Protección de los Menores,

entre los remedios que el Tribunal podrá conceder se incluyen la ubicación permanente de un (una) menor fuera del hogar, el inicio de procesos para la privación de patria potestad, y cualquier otra medida en el mejor interés del (de la) menor. (Artículo 33, inicios b y f de Ley Núm. 57-2023). Se le advierte de su derecho a comparecer acompañado (a) de abogado(a) en los casos que proceda. NOTIFÍQUESE Dada en Bayamón, Puerto Rico, a 24 de julio de 2025. ALICIA AYALA SANJURJO, SECRETARIA REGIONAL.

ISABEL C. SOUCHET BURGOS, SECRETARIA AUXILIAR DEL TRIBUNAL I.

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA SALA DE CABO ROJO ISLAND PORTFOLIO SERVICES, LLC

COMO AGENTE DE FAIRWAY ACQUISITIONS FUND, LLC

Parte Demandante Vs. OSCAR

SOTO SEPULVEDA

Parte Demandada Civil Núm.: CB2024CV00100. Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS, EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO, SS. A: OSCAR SOTO SEPULVEDA - PARC POLE OJEA 74 CALLE UNION, CABO ROJO PR 00623; HC 2 BOX 2511, BOQUERON PR 006229355.

POR LA PRESENTE se le emplaza y requiere para que conteste la demanda dentro de los treinta (30) días siguientes a la publicación de este Edicto. Usted deberá presentar su alegación responsiva a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), la cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://www.poderjudicial.pr/index.php/tribunalelectronico, salvo que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la secretaría del tribunal. Si usted deja de presentar su alegación responsiva dentro del referido término, el tribunal podrá dictar sentencia en rebeldía en su contra y conceder el remedio solicitado en la demanda o cualquier otro sin más citarle ni oírle, si el tribunal en el ejercicio de su sana discreción, lo entiende procedente. El sistema SUMAC notificará copia al abogado de la parte demandante, Natalie Bonaparte Servera cuya dirección es: P.O. Box 71418 San Juan, Puerto Rico

00936-8518, teléfono (787) 993-3731 a la dirección natalie. bonaparte@orf-law.com y a la dirección notificaciones@orflaw.com. EXTENDIDO BAJO

MI FIRMA y el sello del Tribunal, en CABO ROJO, Puerto Rico, hoy día 18 de junio de 2024. LCDA. NORMA SANTANA IRIZARRY, SECRETARIA. ANNETTE GUZMÁN MEDINA, SECRETARIA AUXILIAR.

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NOTICE OF AMENDMENT OF TRUST AGREEMENT AND OF RESIGNATION OF TRUSTEE with respect to the University of Puerto Rico University System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series P and University System Revenues Bonds, Series Q

CUSIPs 1 : 914811NT7, 914811NU4, 914811PP3, 914811PQ1, 914811PR9

On December 13, 2006, the University of Puerto Rico (the “UPR”) issued $546,150,000 aggregate principal amount of its $286,505,000 University System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series P (the “2006 Series P Bonds”) and $259,645,000 University System Revenue Bonds, Series Q (the “2006 Series Q Bonds”, and together with the 2006 Series P Bonds, the “Bonds”).

The Bonds were issued and secured pursuant to the terms of the Trust Agreement, dated as of June 1, 1971, as amended (the “Original Trust Agreement”), among the UPR, U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as successor trustee (the “Resigning Trustee”), and Banco Popular de Puerto Rico, as co-trustee (the “Co-Trustee”). Unless defined herein, defined terms have the meanings given to them in the Original Trust Agreement.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Original Trust Agreement, the UPR and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as succeeding trustee (the “New Trustee”) will enter into an Amended and Restated Trust Agreement, by and between UPR and the New Trustee (the “Amended and Restated Trust Agreement”), which Amended and Restated Trust Agreement, amends certain provisions of, and restates in its entirety, the Original Trust Agreement.

NOTICE IS HEREBY FUR-

THER GIVEN that, pursuant to Section 912 of the Original Trust Agreement, the Resigning Trustee intends to resign as Trustee simultaneously with the execution of the Amended and Restated Trust Agreement by UPR and the New Trustee.

The UPR has informed the

Resigning Trustee that the principal objective of the amendments contained in the Amended and Restated Trust Agreement is to cure various technical defaults of the UPR under the Original Trust Agreement, which have been under standstill agreements since 2017. The amendments contained in the Amended and Restated Trust Agreement include (i) eliminating the requirement that all Pledged Revenues (as defined in the Original Trust Agreement) be deposited with the Trustee as received and before paying operating expenses, specifically into the Sinking Fund, and (ii) authorizing the UPR to make fixed monthly deposits into the Sinking Fund to satisfy the Amended and Restated Trust Agreement’s funding requirements.

1 CUSIP numbers have been assigned by an organization not affiliated with the UPR or the Trustee and are included solely for the convenience of the bondholders. Neither the UPR or the Trustee is responsible for the selection or uses of these CUSIP numbers, nor is any representation made as to their correctness on the Bonds or as indicated above.

The amendments to the Original Trust Agreement set forth in the Amended and Restated Trust Agreement are being made pursuant to Section 1102 of the Original Trust Agreement and will become effective upon (i) receipt of consent from holders of not less than two-thirds in aggregate principal amount of the Bonds outstanding under the Original Trust Agreement, (ii) satisfaction of certain notice requirements and (iii) the filing with the Trustee of the opinion of counsel required to be delivered by Section 1104 of the Original Trust Agreement. The UPR has informed the Resigning Trustee that the UPR has already received the commitment of the holders of not less than two-thirds in aggregate principal amount of the Bonds outstanding under the Original Trust Agreement to consent to the entry into the Amended and Restated Trust Agreement. A copy of the final form of the Amended and Restated Trust Agreement is on file at the office of the Trustee for inspection by all bondholders.

By: U.S. Bank Trust National Association Trustee

Date: July 28, 2025

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA CENTRO JUDICIAL DE BAYAMÓN SALA SUPERIOR CARIBE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Demandante Vs.

JOSÉ CARLOS ROMÁN RODRÍGUEZ, ARACELIS CABRERA ALICEA Y LA SOCIEDAD LEGAL DE GANANCIALES COMPUESTA POR AMBOS Demandados Civil Núm.: BY2025CV01691. Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO ORDINARIO. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO. A: JOSÉ CARLOS ROMÁN RODRÍGUEZ, ARACELIS CABRERA ALICEA Y LA SOCIEDAD LEGAL DE GANANCIALES COMPUESTA POR AMBOS.

Queda emplazado y notificado de que en este Tribunal se ha radicado una demanda en su contra sobre Cobro de Dinero. Se le notifica para que comparezca ante el Tribunal dentro del término de treinta (30) días a partir de la publicación de este edicto y exponer lo que a sus derechos convenga, en el presente caso. Se le notifica que deberá presentar su alegación a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), al cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://unired.poderjudicial. pr, salvo que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la Secretaría del Centro Judicial de Bayamón, Sala Superior, y enviando copia a la parte demandante: Lcda. Karina P. Cintrón Nevárez; PO Box 193813, San Juan, PR 00919; kcintron@esqlegalpr. com. Se le apercibe y notifica que si no contesta la demanda radicada en su contra dentro del término de treinta (30) días de la publicación de este edicto, se le anotará la rebeldía en su contra y se dictará sentencia en su contra, conforme se solicita en la demanda, sin más citársele ni oírsele. Expedido bajo mi firma y sello del Tribunal a 30 de julio de 2025. ALICIA AYALA SANJURJO, SECRETARIA GENERAL REGIONAL INTERINA. ELIZABETH OLIVERAS PÉREZ, SECRETARIA CONFIDENCIAL.

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA

CENTRO JUDICIAL DE SAN JUAN SALA SUPERIOR DE SAN JUAN

BANCO POPULAR DE PUERTO RICO

Demandante V. DAVID PETER PASCHT

Demandado(a) Caso Núm.: SJ2025CV03242.

(Salón: 908). Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO - ORDINARIO Y OTROS. NOTIFICACIÓN DE SENTENCIA POR EDICTO. JEAN PAUL JULIÁ DÍAZJPJULIA@RMMELAW.COM.

A: DAVID PETER PASCHT. (Nombre de las partes que se le notifican la sentencia por edicto) EL SECRETARIO(A) que suscribe le notifica a usted que el 21 de julio de 2025, este Tribunal ha dictado Sentencia, Sentencia Parcial o Resolución en este caso, que ha sido debidamente registrada y archivada en autos donde podrá usted enterarse detalladamente de los términos de la misma. Esta notificación se publicará una sola vez en un periódico de circulación general en la Isla de Puerto Rico, dentro de los 10 días siguientes a su notificación. Y, siendo o representando usted una parte en el procedimiento sujeta a los términos de la Sentencia, Sentencia Parcial o Resolución, de la cual puede establecerse recurso de revisión o apelación dentro del término de 30 días contados a partir de la publicación por edicto de esta notificación, dirijo a usted esta notificación que se considerará hecha en la fecha de la publicación de este edicto. Copia de esta notificación ha sido archivada en los autos de este caso, con fecha de 21 de julio de 2025. En San Juan, Puerto Rico, el 21 de julio de 2025. GRISELDA RODRÍGUEZ COLLADO, SECRETARIA. ARELYS RIVERA MEDINA, SECRETARIA AUXILIAR DEL TRIBUNAL.

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IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF HENRY COUNTY, TENNESSEE FOR THE TWENTYFOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT. ANGELA SANTIAGO, Plaintiff, V. OLGA IRIS ALGARIN COLON, Defendant. ORDER OF PUBLICATION No. 26377.

It appearing to the Court from the sworn petition or affidavit filed in this cause that the whereabouts of the Defendant, OLGA IRIS ALGARIN COLON, are presently unknown and cannot be ascertained upon diligent inquiry, so that ordinary process cannot be served upon her. Therefore, this Order of Publication should be published in The San Juan Daily Star newspaper located in Puerto Rico, as the best possible notice to the Defendant under the circumstances. Defendant, OLGA IRIS ALGARIN COLON, is hereby required to appear and file an answer with the Clerk and Master of the Henry County Chancery Court, Henry County Courthouse, 100 Washington Street, Suite 101, Paris, Tennessee 38242, or otherwise defend against the Complaint

for Divorce, and to serve an answer to said petition by September 10th, 2025, which is thirty (30) days from the last day of publication of this notice, and send a copy of said answer to Howard F. Douglass, Attorney for Plaintiff in this cause, whose address is 42 South Main Street, Lexington, Tennessee, 38351, or default judgment will be entered against the Defendant, OLGA IRIS ALGARIN COLON, and this cause set for hearing in the Chancery_ Court of Henry County, Tennessee, silting in the Henry County Courthouse in Paris, Tennessee, ex parte as to Defendant, OLGA IRIS ALGARIN COLON. If there is no answer, a hearing on Plaintiffs’ motion for default shall be heard on September 11th, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. Failure to answer or appear may result in granting a divorce to the Plaintiff. Entered this the 24 day of July, 2025. Vicki H. Hoover Chancellor

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA SALA SUPERIOR DE BAYAMÓN BANCO POPULAR DE PUERTO RICO

Parte Demandante Vs. FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION (FDIC) COMO SÍNDICO DE DORAL BANK; DORAL FINANCIAL CORPORATION; DORAL MORTGAGE CORPORATION T/C/C DORAL MORTGAGE, LLC; ERIC OMAR DÍAZ FEBUS, EDALYS MERCED CASTRO Y LA SOCIEDAD LEGAL DE GANANCIALES COMPUESTA POR AMBOS; FULANO Y MENGANO DE TAL, POSIBLES TENEDORES DESCONOCIDOS DEL PAGARÉ

Parte Demandada Civil Núm.: BY2025CV02829. (505). Sobre: CANCELACIÓN DE PAGARÉ EXTRAVIADO POR LA VÍA JUDICIAL. EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS E.E.U.U., EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO.

A: FULANO Y MENGANO DE TAL, POSIBLES TENEDORES DESCONOCIDOS DEL PAGARÉ. El 11 de abril de 2006, Eric Omar Díaz Febus y su esposa Edalys Merced Castro otorgaron una hipoteca en garantía de un pagaré suscrito bajo el

testimonio 2,279 a favor de Doral Bank, o a su orden, por la suma de $5,000.00, sin intereses y con vencimiento el 9 de junio de 2010, constituida mediante la Escritura núm. 134 autorizada por el notario Juan Manuel Casanova Rivera, sobre la siguiente propiedad: URBANA: Solar identificado con el número 50 del Bloque letra “B”, localizado en la calle cuatro (4), situado en la Urbanización Valles de Santa Olaya, en el Barrio Santa Olaya del término municipal de Bayamón, Puerto Rico, con un área de 264.00 metros cuadrados. Colindando: por el NORTE, en una distancia de 24.00 metros, con el solar B-49; por el SUR, en una distancia de 24.00 metros, con el solar B-51; por el ESTE, en una distancia de 11.00 metros, con la calle número 4; у por el OESTE, en una distancia de 11.00 metros, con el solar B-43. Sobre dicho solar enclava una casa de una planta para fines residenciales. La casa consta de tres cuartos dormitorios, sala, comedor, cocina, un baño y marquesina. Inscrita al folio 127 del tomo 1870 de Bayamón Sur, Finca 76907. Registro de la Propiedad de Bayamón, Sección I. La escritura de hipoteca consta inscrita al folio 127 vuelto del tomo 1870 de Bayamón Sur, Finca 76907. Registro de la Propiedad de Bayamón, Sección I. Inscripción tercera. La parte demandada deberá presentar su alegación responsiva a través del Sistema Unificado de Administración y Manejo de Casos (SUMAC), al cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://unired.ramajudicial. pr, salvo que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la secretaría del Tribunal. Se le advierte que, si no contesta la demanda, radicando el original de la contestación en este Tribunal y enviando copia de la contestación a la abogada de la Parte Demandante, Lcda. Belma Alonso García, cuya dirección es: PO Box 3922, Guaynabo, PR 00970-3922, Teléfono y Fax: (787) 789-1826, correo electrónico: oficinabelmaalonso@gmail.com, dentro del término de treinta (30) días de la publicación de este edicto, excluyéndose el día de la publicación, se le anotará la rebeldía y se le dictará Sentencia en su contra, concediendo el remedio solicitado sin más citarle ni oírle. EXPEDIDO bajo mi firma y el sello del Tribunal, hoy 8 de julio de 2025 en Bayamón, Puerto Rico. ALICIA AYALA SANJURJO, SECRETARIA REGIONAL. KEISHLA M. SANTIAGO CRUZ, SECRETARIA AUXILIAR DEL TRIBUNAL I.

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA SALA DE BAYAMÓN SECRETARIO DE VIVIENDA Y DESARROLLO URBANO T/C/C SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Demandante VS. FULANO DE TAL Y SUTANA DE TAL, COMO POSIBLES TENEDORES DEL PAGARÉ EXTRAVIADO Demandados

Civil Núm.: BY2025CV03530. Sala: 703. Sobre: CANCELACIÓN DE PAGARÉ EXTRAVIADO. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS EE.UU., EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE P.R., SS.

A: FULANO DE TAL Y SUTANA DE TAL, personas desconocidas que se designan con estos nombres ficticios, que pueden ser tenedor o tenedores, o puedan tener algún interés en el pagaré hipotecario a que se hace referencia más adelante en el presente edicto, que se publicará una sola vez. Se les notifica que en la Demanda radicada en el caso de epígrafe se alega que el siguiente pagaré hipotecario se encuentra extraviado: El día 14 de mayo de 2008 el señor Baltazar Jiménez Martínez t/c/c Baltazar Félix Jiménez Martínez y su esposa Emma González Jiménez t/c/c Anselma González Jiménez formalizaron un préstamo revertido, para lo cual se emitieron dos (2) pagarés como evidencia del préstamo concedido. Uno de estos pagarés fue expedido por la suma principal de $225,000.00 a favor del Secretario de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano, o a su orden, y se garantizó mediante una segunda hipoteca, originada mediante la escritura número 51, otorgada el 14 de mayo de 2008 y autorizada por la notario Jelka L. Duchesne Sanabria. Dicha hipoteca consta inscrita al Folio 119 del tomo 8553 de Bayamón Sur, finca número 38298, inscripción 4ta. Para garantizar el pago de dicha obligación por la suma adeudada se otorgó Hipoteca voluntaria, la cual hacemos referencia en el párrafo anterior, sobre la siguiente propiedad inmueble: URBANA: Solar radicado en la URBANIZACIÓN FLAMBOYÁN

GARDENS TERRACE, situado en el Barrio Juan Sánchez de Bayamón, Puerto Rico, que se describe: Número del solar: 29 de la Manzana “X”. Área del solar: 365.790 metros cuadrados.

En lindes: por el Norte, con la Calle número 8, distancia de 17.50 metros; por el Sur, con la Calle número 8-A, distancia de 17.50 metros; por el Este, con la Calle número 8-A, distancia de 16.94 metros; y por el Oeste, con el solar número 28, distancia de 23.94 metros. Contiene una casa de concreto para una familia. El inmueble gravado mediante la hipoteca antes descrita es la finca número 38298 inscrita al Folio 119 del tomo 853 de Bayamón Sur. Registro de la Propiedad, Sección Primera de Bayamón. La obligación evidenciada por el Pagaré extraviado fue satisfecha en su totalidad. Sin embargo, dicho gravamen no ha podido ser cancelado por haberse extraviado el original. Además, el Pagaré no ha podido ser localizado, a pesar de las gestiones realizadas. Según consta en el Registro de la Propiedad, el Pagaré fue expedido a favor del Secretario de la Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano, o a su orden, por lo que es el acreedor actual. Además, fue el último tenedor conocido del Pagaré antes descrito. POR LA PRESENTE se le emplaza para que presente al Tribunal su alegación responsiva dentro de los 30 días de haber diligenciado este emplazamiento, excluyéndose el día del diligenciamiento. Usted deberá presentar su alegación responsiva a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo de Administración de Casos (SUMAC), al cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://www.poderjudicial.pr/ index.php/tribunal-electronico, salvo que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la Secretaría del Tribunal. Si usted deja de presentar su alegación responsiva dentro del referido término, el Tribunal podrá dictar sentencia en rebeldía en su contra y conceder el remedio solicitado en la demanda, o cualquier otro, si el Tribunal, en el ejercicio de su sana discreción, lo entiende procedente.

Lcda. Pamela Cristal Santiago Olivieri

RUA 22028

HMB Law Group, LLC

33 Calle Bolivia Suite 201 San Juan, Puerto Rico 00917

Tel: 939-759-7668

E-mail: psantiago-olivieri@ hmblawgroup.com psco.law@gmail.com

Expedido, bajo mi firma y sello del Tribunal, hoy 9 de julio de 2025. ALICIA AYALA SANJURJO, SECRETARIA. CARMEN M. PINTADO, SUB-SECRETARIA.

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA REGIÓN JUDICIAL DE HUMACAO

ORIENTAL BANK

Demandante V. JONATHAN ALBERTO COLÓN DAVILA

Demandada

Civil Núm.: HU2025CV00448. Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO Y EJECUCIÓN DE HIPOTECA. LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS EE.UU., EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE P.R., SS. AVISO DE PÚBLICA SUBASTA. El que suscribe, Alguacil del Tribunal de Primera Instancia, Sala de HUMACAO, hago saber a la parte demandada, JONATHAN ALBERTO COLÓN DÁVILA y al PÚBLICO EN GENERAL; que en cumplimiento del Mandamiento de Ejecución de Sentencia expedido el 2 de julio de 2025, por la Secretaría del Tribunal, procederé a vender y venderé en pública subasta y al mejor postor pagadero en efectivo, cheque de gerente o giro postal, a nombre del Alguacil del Tribunal, la siguiente propiedad con dirección física ZZ-6 Calle 17 Urb. La Campiña, Las Piedras, PR 00771 y que se describe como sigue: URBANA: Solar marcado con el número ZZ-6 de la Urbanización La Campiña del término municipal de Las Piedras, Puerto Rico, con un área superficial de 342.1882 metros cuadrados. En lindes por el NORTE, en una distancia lineal de 26.322 metros, con el Solar ZZ-7 de la Urbanización; por el SUR, en una distancia lineal de 26.322 metros, con el Solar ZZ-5 de la Urbanización, por el ESTE, en una distancia lineal de 13.000 metros, con terrenos de la Corporación de Desarrollo de Fomento de Las Piedras, Inc., de la Urbanización; y por el OESTE, en una distancia lineal de 13.000 metros, con la Calle número 17. Dicho solar está afecto a una servidumbre a favor de la Puerto Rico Telephone Company, por su colindancia Oeste. En este solar está enclavada una residencia construida de hormigón y bloques de una planta que consta de 3 dormitorios, un baño, cocina, sala-comedor y una marquesina. Finca 15,784, inscrito al folio #13 del Tomo #293 de las Piedras. Registro de la Propiedad de Humacao. La finca antes descrita se encuentra afecta a los siguientes gravámenes: (i) Hipoteca constituida en garantía de un pagaré, a favor de Home Mortgage Bankers Inc., o a su orden, por $74,444.00, intereses al 3.50% anual, vencedero 1 de agosto de 2050, según consta de la escritura #548, otorgada en Carolina, a 21 de julio de 2020, ante el notario público Alejandro José Mues Arias, inscrita al Sistema Karibe de Las Piedras, finca #15784, inscripción 8va. La hipoteca objeto de esta ejecución es la que ha quedado descrita en el inciso (i). Será celebrada la

subasta para con el importe de la misma satisfacer la sentencia dictada el 28 de mayo de 2025, mediante la cual se determinó que la deuda esta vencida desde el 1 de octubre de 2024 y condenó a la parte demandada de epígrafe, a pagar a la parte demandante una cantidad ascendiente de $68,147.10, de principal, más calculado al 1 de abril de 2025, $1,186.61 a intereses acumulados, que continuarán acumulándose al 3.5% de interés anual, hasta el saldo total de la deuda, más $288.51 a cargos por demora y otros cargos, más costas, gastos y honorarios de abogado, según pactado, más cualquier otro desembolso que efectúe la parte demandante durante la tramitación de este caso para otros adelantos de conformidad con el Contrato Hipotecario. La PRIMERA SUBASTA será celebrada el día 28 DE AGOSTO DE 2025, A LAS 10:00 DE LA MAÑANA en el Tribunal de Primera Instancia, Sala de San Juan, Puerto Rico. Servirá de tipo mínimo para la misma, la cantidad de $74,444.00 sin admitirse oferta inferior. De no haber remate ni adjudicación, celebraré SEGUNDA SUBASTA el día 4 DE SEPTIEMBRE DE 2025, A LAS 10:00 DE LA MAÑANA, en el mismo lugar, en la que servirá como tipo mínimo, dos terceras (2/3) partes del precio pactado para la primera subasta, o sea, $49,629.33. Si no hubiese remate ni adjudicación en la segunda subasta, celebraré TERCERA SUBASTA el 11 DE SEPTIEMBRE DE 2025, A LAS 10:00 DE LA MAÑANA, en el mismo lugar en la que regirá como tipo mínimo, la mitad (1/2) del precio pactado para la primera subasta, o sea, $37,222.00. El Alguacil que suscribe hizo constar que toda licitación deberá hacerse para pagar su importe en moneda legal de los Estados Unidos de América, de acuerdo con la Ley y de acuerdo con lo anunciado en este Aviso de Subasta. Los autos y todos los documentos correspondientes al procedimiento incoado estarán de manifiesto en la Secretaría del Tribunal durante horas laborables. Se entiende que todo licitador que comparezca a la subasta señalada en este caso acepta como bastante la titulación que da base a la misma. Se entiende que cualquier carga y/o gravamen anterior y/o preferente, si la hubiere al crédito que da base a esta ejecución continuará subsistente, entendiéndose, además, que el rematante los acepta y queda subrogado en la responsabilidad de estos, sin destinarse a su extinción cualquier parte del remanente del precio de licitación. La propiedad para ejecutar será adquirida libre de cargas y gravámenes posteriores. Por la presente se notifica a los acreedores que

tengan inscritos o anotados sus derechos sobre los bienes hipotecados con posterioridad a la inscripción del crédito del ejecutante o acreedores de cargas o derechos reales que los hubiesen pospuesto a la hipoteca ejecutada y las personas interesadas en, o con derecho a exigir el cumplimiento de instrumentos negociables garantizados hipotecariamente con posterioridad al crédito ejecutado, para que puedan concurrir a la subasta si les convenga o satisfacer antes del remate el importe del crédito, de sus intereses, costas y honorarios de abogados asegurados, quedando subrogados en los derechos del acreedor ejecutante. Vendida o adjudicada la finca o derecho hipotecado y consignado el precio correspondiente, en esa misma fecha o fecha posterior, el alguacil que celebró la subasta procederá a otorgar la correspondiente escritura pública de traspaso en representación del dueño o titular de los bienes hipotecados, ante el notario que elija el adjudicatario o comprador, quien deberá abonar el importe de tal escritura. El alguacil pondrá en posesión judicial al nuevo dueño, si así se lo solicita dentro del término de veinte (20) días a partir de la confirmación de la venta o adjudicación. Si transcurren los referidos veinte (20) días, el tribunal podrá ordenar, sin necesidad de ulterior procedimiento, que se lleve a efecto el desalojo o lanzamiento del ocupante u ocupantes de la finca o de todos los que por orden o tolerancia del deudor la ocupen. Y PARA CONOCIMIENTO DE LOS LICITADORES Y DEL PUBLICO EN GENERAL y para su publicación de acuerdo con la Ley, expido el presente Edicto bajo mi firma y sello de este Tribunal. En HUMACAO, Puerto Rico, hoy 9 de julio de 2025. JENNISA GARCÍA MORALES, ALGUACIL REGIONAL. WILNELIA RIVERA DELGADO, ALGUACIL CONFIDENCIAL #249, TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA, SALA DE HUMACAO.

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Demandante V.

MARIAN PHILLIPS

CHRISTENSEN T/C/C

MARIAN PHILLIPS

CHRISTIANSON T/C/C

MARIAN LOUISE

PHILLIPS, POR SI Y COMO MIEMBRO DE LA SUCESION DE JAMES GERARD LEWIS

COMPUESTA CON FECEA GERARD A/K/

A DORT ROTHAFEL COMO HEREDEROS CONOCIDOS; FULANO DE TAL, FULANA DE TAL, ZUTANO DE TAL, ZUTANA DE TAL, A, B Y C COMO HEREDEROS DESCONOCIDOS; SECRETARIO DE HACIENDA; SECRETARIO DE JUSTICIA

Demandados

Civil Núm.: RG2025CV00073. Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO Y EJECUCIÓN DE HIPOTECA POR LA VÍA ORDINARIA. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS, ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO, S.S. A: MARIAN PHILLIPS

CHRISTENSEN T/C/C

MARIAN PHILLIPS

CHRISTIANSON T/C/C

MARIAN LOUISE

PHILLIPS, POR SI Y COMO MIEMBRO DE LA SUCESION DE JAMES GERARD LEWIS; FECEA GERARD A/K/ A DORT ROTHAFEL COMO HEREDERO CONOCIDO DE LA SUCESION DE JAMES GERARD LEWIS Y FULANO DE TAL, FULANA DE TAL, ZUTANO DE TAL, ZUTANA DE TAL, A, B Y C COMO HEREDEROS DESCONOCIDOS DE LA SUCESION DE JAMES GERARD LEWIS.

Por la presente se le emplaza y notifica que debe contestar la demanda dentro del término de treinta (30) días a partir de la publicación del presente edicto. Usted deberá presentar su alegación responsiva a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), al cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://unired. ramajudicial.pr, salvo que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la secretaría del tribunal. Se le apercibe que, de no contestar la demanda dentro del término aquí estipulado, se le anotará la rebeldía y se dictará sentencia sin más citarle ni oírle.

Por la presente el Tribunal de Primera Instancia, conforme al caso de Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria vs. Latinoamericana de Exportación, Inc., 164 DPR 689 (2005), le ordena que en el término de treinta (30) días, haga declaración aceptando o repudiando la herencia de la Sucesión de JAMES GERARD LEWIS. Se le apercibe que de no expresar su intención de aceptar o repudiar la herencia dentro del término que se le fijó, la herencia se tendrá por aceptada. La parte demandan-

te ha radicado una acción de cobro de dinero y ejecución de hipoteca por deuda vencida y la misma está garantizada sobre la siguiente propiedad: Descripción: RUSTICA: Parcela de terreno de forma irregular radicada en el barrio Guzmán Arriba del término municipal de Río Grande, con una cabida superficial de 3,778.29 metros cuadrados y en lindes al Norte, en 28.76 metros, con terrenos de Dionisio Roldán; al Sur, en 92.28 metros, con terrenos de la Sucesión de Magdalena Correa; al Este, en 89.08 metros, con la carretera estatal 956 y al Oeste, en 69.91 metros, con terrenos de Dionisio Roldán. Enclava una casa. Finca #3047, inscrita al folio 45 del tomo 69 de Bayamón Norte, Registro de la Propiedad de Carolina , Sección III.

Los abogados de la parte demandante son: García-Chamorro Law Group, P.S.C. 1225 Ave. Ponce de León, Ste. 706 San Juan, PR 00909 Tel. (787) 977-1932, Fax (787) 722-1932

Expido este edicto bajo mi firma y sello de este Tribunal, hoy 8 de julio de 2025. WANDA SEGUÍ REYES, SECRETARIA GENERAL. SANDRA PADILLA RODRÍGUEZ, SECRETARIA AUXILIAR.

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL GENERAL DE JUSTICIA TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA CENTRO JUDICIAL DE CAROLINA SALA SUPERIOR DE CAROLINA ORIENTAL BANK Demandante V. CHRISTIAN XAVIER GONZALEZ PEREZ, FULANA DE TAL Y LA SOCIEDAD LEGAL DE GANANCIALES COMPUESTA POR AMBOS Demandados Civil Núm.: CA2025CV01299. Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO POR LA VÍA ORDINARIA. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS EE. UU., EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO, SS. A: CHRISTIAN XAVIER GONZALEZ PEREZ, FULANA DE TAL Y LA SOCIEDAD LEGAL DE G.ANANCIALES COMPUESTA POR AMBOS. POR MEDIO del presente edicto se le notifica de, la radicación de una demanda en cobro de dinero por la vía ordinaria en la que se alega que usted adeuda a la parte demandante, Oriental Bank, ciertas sumas de dinero, y las costas, gastos y honorarios de abogado de este litigio. El demandante, Oriental Bank,

ha solicitado que se dicte sentencia en contra suya y que se le ordene pagar las cantidades reclamadas en la demanda. POR EL PRESENTE EDICTO se le emplaza para que presente al tribunal su alegación responsiva a la demanda dentro de las treinta (30) días de haber, sido diligenciado este emplazamiento, excluyéndose el día del diligenciamiento. Usted deberá presentar su alegación responsiva a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), al cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://www.poderjudicial. pr/index/php/tribunal-electronico/, salvo que se represente par derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la Secretaría del Tribunal. Si usted deja de presentar su alegación responsiva dentro del referido término, el tribunal podrá dictar sentencia en rebeldía en su contra, y conceder el remedio solicitado en la Demanda, a cualquier otro, si el tribunal, en el ejercicio de su sana discreción, lo entiende procedente, sin más citarle ni oírle. El abogado de la parte demandante es: Jaime Ruiz Saldaña, RUA 11673; Dirección: PO Box 366276, San Juan, PR 009366276; : (787) 759-6897; Correo electrónico: legal@jrslawpr. com. Se le advierte que dentro de las diez (10) días siguientes a la publicación del presente edicto, se le estará enviando a usted por correo certificado con acuse de recibo, una copia del emplazamiento y de la demanda presentada al lugar de su última dirección conocida: Urb. Villa de Loíza, O54 Calle 16, Canóvanas, PR 00729-4254; 77 Calle Jesús T Pinero, Unit 1727, Las Piedras, PR 007713392. EXPEDIDO bajo mi firma y el sello del Tribunal en Carolina, Puerto Rico, hoy día 3 de julio de 2025. LCDA. KANELLY ZAYAS ROBLES, SECRETARIA REGIONAL. LOURDES DÍAZ MEDINA, SECRETARIA

AUXILIAR DEL TRIBUNAL I.

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Demandante V. ELMA GUTIERREZ TAVAREZ

Demandada

Civil Núm.: SJ2025CV03606. Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO POR LA VÍA ORDINARIA. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS EE. UU., EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO

Thursday, July 31, 2025 20

RICO, SS. A: ELMA GUTIERREZ TAVAREZ.

POR MEDIO del presente edicto se le notifica de la radicación de una demanda en cobro de dinero por la vía ordinaria en la que se alega que usted adeuda a la parte demandante, Oriental Bank, ciertas sumas de dinero, y las costas, gastos y honorarios de abogado de este litigio. El demandante, Oriental Bank, ha solicitado que se dicte sentencia en contra suya y que se le ordene pagar las cantidades reclamadas en la demanda.

POR EL PRESENTE EDICTO se le emplaza para que presente al tribunal su alegación responsiva a la demanda dentro de los treinta (30) días de haber sido diligenciado este emplazamiento, excluyéndose el día del diligenciamiento. Usted deberá presentar su alegación responsiva a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), al cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://www.poderjudicial. pr/index/php/tribunal-electronico/, salvo que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la Secretaría del Tribunal. Si usted deja de presentar su alegación responsiva dentro del referido término, el tribunal podrá dictar sentencia en rebeldía en su contra, y conceder el remedio solicitado en la Demanda, o cualquier otro, si el tribunal, en el ejercicio de su sana discreción, lo entiende procedente, sin más citarle ni oírle. El abogado de la parte demandante es: Jaime Ruiz Saldaña, RUA número 11673; Dirección: PO Box 366276, San Juan, PR 00936-6276; Teléfono: (787) 759-6897; Correo electrónico: legal@jrslawpr. com. Se le advierte que dentro de los diez (10) días siguientes a la publicación del presente edicto, se le estará enviando a usted por correo certificado con acuse de recibo, una copia del emplazamiento y de la demanda presentada al lugar de su última dirección conocida: Urb. Floral Park, 127a Calle Paris, San Juan, PR 00917-3531. EXPEDIDO bajo mi firma y el sello del Tribunal en SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, hoy día 8 de julio de 2025. GRISELDA RODRÍGUEZ COLLADO, SECRETARIA. LAURA C. REYNOSO ESQUILÍN, SUB-SECRETARIA. LEGAL NOTICE

ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA SALA SUPERIOR DE PONCE FIRSTBANK PUERTO RICO

Demandante V. JOSE C. ORTIZ CABRERA

Demandados Civil Núm.: PO2025CV01718.

Sobre: INCUMPLIMIENTO DE CONTRATO; COBRO DE DINERO Y REPOSESIÓN. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS, EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO, SS. A: JOSE C. ORTIZ CABRERA - 2402 CALLE ESCUDO APT 108, RIVERA DE BUCANA II, PONCE PR 00731-5005. De: FIRSTBANK PUERTO RICO. Se le emplaza y requiere que conteste la demanda dentro de los treinta (30) días siguientes a la publicación de este edicto. Usted deberá presentar su alegación responsiva a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), al cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://www.poderjudicial.pr/ index.php/tribunal-electronico/, salvo que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la secretaría del tribunal. Este caso trata sobre Incumplimiento de Contrato y Cobro de Dinero en que la parte demandante solicita que se condene al demandado a Al 19 de mayo de 2025, por el préstamo de auto xxxx-xx-70349982 la cantidad de $21,565.36 de principal; más $2,559.80 de intereses acumulados a razón del 13.95% los cuales se continúan acumulando hasta el total y completo pago de la deuda; más $313.14 de cargos por demora, más los que se acumulen hasta el total y completo pago de la deuda; más una suma equivalente al 5% del total adeudado para honorarios de abogados. Además, se solicita se ordene la reposesión del vehículo en controversia y, de no ser suficiente el producto de la venta del mismo para cubrir la suma total adeudada, se solicita la ejecución de la sentencia que en su día se dicte sobre cualesquiera otros bienes del demandado. Se le apercibe que, si dejare de hacerlo, se dictará contra usted sentencia en rebeldía, concediéndose el remedio solicitado en la demanda, sin más citarle ni oírle.

Lcdo. José Antonio Lamas Burgos Número del Tribunal Supremo 16,882 Po Box 0194089, San Juan PR 00919

Teléfono: (787) 296-9500

Correo Electrónico: jlamas@lvprlaw.com

EXTENDIDO BAJO MI FIRMA y Sello del Tribunal, hoy 08 de julio de 2025. CARMEN G. TIRÚ QUIÑONES, SECRETARIA. JOAN M. ROSARIO ALBINO, SECRETARIA AUXILIAR DEL TRIBUNAL.

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Demandante V. MANUEL ROMAN MALDONADO

Demandados Civil Núm.: SJ2025CV04932. Sobre: INCUMPLIMIENTO DE CONTRATO; COBRO DE DINERO Y REPOSESIÓN. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS, EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO, SS. A: MANUEL ROMAN MALDONADO - EDIF 128 APT. 2386, RES LUIS LLORENS TORRES, SAN JUAN PR 00913. De: FIRSTBANK PUERTO RICO.

Se le emplaza y requiere que conteste la demanda dentro de los treinta (30) días siguientes a la publicación de este edicto. Usted deberá presentar su alegación responsiva a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), al cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://www. poderjudicial.pr/index.php/ tribunal-electronico/, salvo que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la secretaría del tribunal. Este caso trata sobre Incumplimiento de Contrato y Cobro de Dinero en que la parte demandante solicita que se condene al demandado a pagar Al 30 de abril de 2025, por el préstamo de auto xxxx-xx-70512536 la cantidad de $23,901.00 de principal; más $2,966.67 de intereses acumulados a razón del 20.25% los cuales se continúan acumulando hasta el total y completo pago de la deuda; más $138.50 de cargos por demora, más los que se acumulen hasta el total y completo pago de la deuda; más una suma equivalente al 5% del total adeudado para honorarios de abogados.. Además, se solicita se ordene la reposesión del vehículo en controversia y, de no ser suficiente el producto de la venta del mismo para cubrir la suma total adeudada, se solicita la ejecución de la sentencia que en su día se dicte sobre cualesquiera otros bienes del demandado. Se le apercibe que, si dejare de hacerlo, se dictará contra usted sentencia en rebeldía, concediéndose el remedio solicitado en la demanda, sin más citarle ni oírle. Lcdo. José Antonio Lamas Burgos Número del Tribunal Supremo 16,882

Po Box 0194089, San Juan PR 00919

Teléfono: (787) 296-9500

Correo Electrónico: jlamas@lvprlaw.com

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ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO TRIBUNAL DE PRIMERA INSTANCIA SALA SUPERIOR DE GUAYAMA. LIME HOMES, LTD. Demandante vs. RICARDO C. DE JESUS MARTINEZ, et als. Demandados CIVIL NÚM. GCD2007-0344. SOBRE: EJECUCION DE HIPOTECA Y COBRO DE DINERO.

A TODAS LAS PARTES

INTERESADAS:

Intención de Ejecutar Sentencia en cobro de dinero y ejecución de hipoteca del 19 de mayo de 2008, notificada y archivada en autos el 6 de junio de 2008, en el caso Lime Homes, Ltd. (antes Banco Popular de Puerto Rico) vs. Ricardo De Jesús Martinez, et als., caso civil G CD2007-0344. A tenor con la Regla 51 de las Reglas de Procedimiento Civil de Puerto Rico, 32 LPRA AP. V, R. 51, la parte demandante informa su intención de proceder con la ejecución de sentencia para satisfacer de la parte demandada la suma principal de $149,776.66 con intereses a 7.5% anual, desde el 1ro de abril de 2007, hasta el presente y los que se continúen acumulando hasta su total y completo pago, más los cargos por demora que se corresponden a los plazos atrasados desde la fecha anteriormente indicada a razón de la tasa pactada de 5% de cualquier pago que éste en mora por más de quince (15) días desde la fecha de su vencimiento, más una suma equivalente a $15,000.00, por concepto de costas, gastos y honorarios de abogado según pactado. La propiedad objeto de ejecución de hipoteca está localizado en el Apt. C-305 del Cond. Chalets de San Martín de Cayey, inscrita al tomo Karibe de Cayey, Finca # 25,982, Registro de la Propiedad de Puerto Rico, Sección I de Caguas. La hipoteca consta inscrita al tomo Karibe de Cayey, Finca # 25,982, Registro de la Propiedad de Puerto Rico, Sección I de Caguas, inscripción 2 y última. Roberto C. Latimer Valentin, Esq.

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SERVICES, LLC COMO AGENTE DE ACE ONE FUNDING, LLC

Demandante V. DANIEL R ALVAREZ SANCHEZ

Demandado(a) Caso Núm.: GB2024CV00832. (Salón: 202). Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO - ORDINARIO. NOTIFICACIÓN DE SENTENCIA POR EDICTO. OSVALDO L. RODRÍGUEZ FERNÁNDEZ - NOTIFICACIONES@ ORF-LAW.COM.

A: DANIEL R ALVAREZ SANCHEZ - URB MARINA

BAHIA II, ME 21 CALLE PLAZA 22, CATAÑO PR 00962.

(Nombre de las partes que se le notifican la sentencia por edicto) EL SECRETARIO(A) que suscribe le notifica a usted que el 23 de julio de 2025, este Tribunal ha dictado Sentencia, Sentencia Parcial o Resolución en este caso, que ha sido debidamente registrada y archivada en autos donde podrá usted enterarse detalladamente de los términos de la misma. Esta notificación se publicará una sola vez en un periódico de circulación general en la Isla de Puerto Rico, dentro de los 10 días siguientes a su notificación. Y, siendo o representando usted una parte en el procedimiento sujeta a los términos de la Sentencia, Sentencia Parcial o Resolución, de la cual puede establecerse recurso de revisión o apelación dentro del término de 30 días contados a partir de la publicación por edicto de esta notificación, dirijo a usted esta notificación que se considerará hecha en la fecha de la publicación de este edicto. Copia de esta notificación ha sido archivada en los autos de este caso, con fecha de 24 de julio de 2025. En Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, el 24 de julio de 2025. ALICIA AYALA SANJURJO, SECRETARIA. SARA ROSA VILLEGAS, SECRETARIA AUXILIAR DEL TRIBUNAL.

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Parte Demandante Vs. IVETTE LOPEZ MALDONADO

Parte Demandada Civil Núm.: CD2025CV00131. Sala: 802. Sobre: COBRO DE DINERO. EMPLAZAMIENTO POR EDICTO. ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA, EL PRESIDENTE DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS, EL ESTADO LIBRE ASOCIADO DE PUERTO RICO, SS. A: IVETTE LOPEZ MALDONADO - EST DEL

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POR LA PRESENTE se le emplaza y requiere para que conteste la demanda dentro de los treinta (30) días siguientes a la publicación de este Edicto. Usted deberá presentar su alegación responsiva a través del Sistema Unificado de Manejo y Administración de Casos (SUMAC), la cual puede acceder utilizando la siguiente dirección electrónica: https://www.poderjudicial.pr/ index.php/tribunal-electronico, salvo que se represente por derecho propio, en cuyo caso deberá presentar su alegación responsiva en la secretaría del tribunal. Si usted deja de presentar su alegación responsiva dentro del referido término, el tribunal podrá dictar sentencia en rebeldía en su contra y conceder el remedio solicitado en la demanda o cualquier

LEGAL NOTICE

Phoenix Towers International is proposing to construct a 50-foot overall height small cell telecommunications structure located near PR#923 KM 3.2, Humacao, Puerto Rico (18° 8’ 23.6” N, 65° 49’ 28.1” W). The proposed tower is anticipated to utilize FAA Style E (medium intensity, dual red/white strobes) lighting.

Any interested party may also request further environmental review of the proposed action under the FCC’s National Environmental Policy Act rules, 47 CFR §1.1307, by notifying the FCC of the specific reasons that the action may have a significant impact on the quality of the human environment. This request must only raise environmental concerns and can be filed online using the FCC pleadings system at www.fcc.gov or mailed to FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554 within 30 days of the date that notice of this proposed action is published on the FCC’s website. Refer to File No. A1317916 when submitting the request and to view the specific information about the proposed action. 25-002776/ETJ

otro sin más citarle ni oírle, si el tribunal en el ejercicio de su sana discreción, lo entiende procedente. El sistema SUMAC notificará copia al abogado de la parte demandante, Osvaldo L. Rodríguez Fernández cuya dirección es: P.O. Box 71418 San Juan, Puerto Rico 009368518, teléfono (787) 993-3731 a la dirección notificaciones@ orf-law.com y a la dirección notificaciones@orf-law.com.

EXTENDIDO BAJO MI FIRMA y el sello del Tribunal, en CAGUAS, Puerto Rico, hoy día 17 de junio de 2025. IRASEMIS DÍAZ SÁNCHEZ, SECRETARIA. ZAIDA AGUAYO ÁLAMO, SECRETARIA AUXILIAR.

LEGAL NOTICE

Phoenix Towers International propone la construcción de una estructura de telecomunicaciones de celda pequeña de 15 metros de altura, ubicada cerca de la PR#923, km 3.2, Humacao, Puerto Rico (18° 8’ 23.6” N, 65° 49’ 28.1” O). Se prevé que la torre propuesta utilice iluminación Estilo E de la FAA (intensidad media, luces estroboscópicas dobles rojas y blancas).

Cualquier parte interesada también puede solicitar una revisión ambiental adicional de la acción propuesta, de conformidad con las normas de la Ley Nacional de Política Ambiental de la FCC, 47 CFR §1.1307, notificando a la FCC las razones específicas por las que la acción podría tener un impacto significativo en la calidad del medio ambiente. Esta solicitud solo debe plantear preocupaciones ambientales y puede presentarse en línea a través del sistema de alegatos de la FCC en www.fcc.gov o enviarse por correo a la sección de Solicitudes de Revisión Ambiental de la FCC, a la atención de Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554, dentro de los 30 días posteriores a la fecha de publicación del aviso de esta acción propuesta en el sitio web de la FCC. Consulte el expediente n.° A1317916 al presentar la solicitud para ver la información específica sobre la acción propuesta. 25002776/ETJ

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The San Juan Daily Star

In violent attack, gunman brings issue of CTE to NFL’s door

By KEN BELSON

The midtown Manhattan shooting involving Shane Tamura, a former high school football player, recalled previous cases of violent behavior — including murder and suicide — by other former players who believed they were suffering from brain trauma sustained on the field.

It also echoed a case that had nothing to do with football: The murder of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare who was killed in midtown Manhattan in December by a gunman who said in a manifesto that he saw the killing as a direct challenge to the health care industry’s “corruption” and “power games.”

After years of public relations crises over the sport’s long-term cognitive and neurological toll on players, the NFL seemed to largely move past the subject with a legal settlement that has paid out $1.5 billion since 2017. But the subject of chronic traumatic encephalopathy, the degenerative brain disease known as CTE, arrived at the league’s front door Monday in a terrifying way. The building that houses the league’s headquarters became the scene of a shooting spree that left five people dead.

Police officers stand watch near broken glass at the entrance of 345 Park Avenue after a mass shooting in Manhattan, at dawn on Tuesday morning, July 29, 2025. In a violent attack, a gunman brings the issue of CTE to the NFL’s door; Shane Tamura never played in the league, but the police believe he was seeking vengeance over the handling of head injuries in football. (Dakota Santiago/The New York Times)

It is not clear whether the gunman’s claims of cognitive issues were related to playing football, or whether he had any connection to the NFL.

Yet police believe Tamura, a former high school football player, was seeking vengeance on the league. They cited a three-page note found in Tamura’s wallet that referred to CTE, which has been associated with repeated hits to the head, and which can only be definitively diagnosed after death.

The note, from which police released excerpts, also inveighed against the NFL, which has offices at 345 Park Ave., where the shooting took place, saying it had concealed the danger of the sport in favor of profits.

The note made reference to Terry Long, a former NFL player, and drinking “a gallon of antifreeze” — the way Long killed himself in 2005.

Tamura shot himself in the chest, rather than the head.

“Study my brain please,” the note said. “I’m sorry.”

It may take several weeks or more for the medical examiner’s office to determine whether Tamura, 27, had CTE. And even if he is found to have had the disease, it will be difficult to know whether it was caused by head trauma sustained in football or elsewhere, or whether other conditions played a role in his actions.

“I would never draw a direct line between someone’s brain pathology and any specific violent act because the majority of people who have CTE never committed anything like this,” said Dr. Daniel H.

Daneshvar, chief of brain injury rehabilitation at Harvard Medical School.

“The majority of people with CTE never engage in violent behavior at all,” he added.

Tamura does not appear to have played football in college, let alone in the NFL. It is unclear whether he had any contact with the league before Monday. A league spokesperson did not reply to a request for comment.

“The short answer is we all think this is undeserved to place this at the feet of the NFL, but it is sadly part of being the biggest league,” said Robert Boland, a professor at Seton Hall Law School who worked as a New York City prosecutor and an NFL player agent. “Football still exists and it is important that everyone involved in the game do what they can to make it safer.”

For decades, the NFL celebrated violence in its promotional films and broadcasts. Popular players had nicknames including the Assassin and the Purple People Eaters. That changed in the 1990s, when several players retired from the effects of too many head injuries. Then, in 2002, CTE was discovered in the addled brain of the former Pittsburgh Steelers center Mike “Iron Man” Webster, who died at age 50.

The disease had been found in boxers decades earlier. But football was the nation’s most popular, lucrative and glamorous sport. For years after Webster’s diagnosis, the league was dogged by accusations — from former players, fans and researchers — that it

was covering up growing evidence that football was linked to brain disease, and that the league was not doing enough to shield players from the ravages of the game.

The league’s Mild Traumatic Brain Injury committee published numerous reports that downplayed the growing body of research linking head hits to brain damage. It wasn’t until 2016, after the league’s settlement was initially approved, that an NFL executive acknowledged that there was a link between football and degenerative brain disorders like CTE.

By that point, dozens of former players had been found to have CTE. Dave Duerson and Junior Seau had shot themselves in the chest to preserve their brains so they could be studied. Former players pledged their brains to science, and the 2015 movie “Concussion,” starring Will Smith, lionized the doctor who found the disease in Webster’s brain.

Nervous parents began steering their sons toward soccer, baseball and other sports. Worried that the pipeline of young players might dry up, the NFL, a $23 billion league guided by lawyers and marketing executives, tried to reframe the conversation and move past accusations that it sanctioned junk science.

The league held clinics that taught young players and their mothers “safe tackling” techniques; eliminated or curtailed some dangerous plays from the game, such as kickoffs; and, prominently, reached a landmark settlement with former players that included up to $4 million to families of deceased players found with CTE.

The league’s efforts largely worked. News of the disease popped up less frequently, though sometimes in disastrous ways. Aaron Hernandez, a tight end for the New England Patriots who was convicted of murder and killed himself in prison, was found to have a severe form of CTE. In 2021, Phillip Adams, a cornerback who played six seasons in the NFL, shot six people and himself in his hometown, Rock Hill, South Carolina. By that point, Adams had been out of the league for six years. His motivations remain unclear.

In recent years, the league has promoted flag football as a safer alternative to the tackle version of the game, particularly for younger athletes. It has also eliminated some of the most dangerous plays and strengthened protocols to remove players who may have been concussed during games.

Yet CTE is still associated with repeated hits to the head and remains a vexing problem for all collision sports, including football, hockey and rugby.

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