UN condemns armed violence and massacre of over 180 in Haiti
World December 10, 2024 | 8:31 am
New York.- UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the brutal massacre of at least 184 people, including 127 elderly individuals, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, from December 6 to[...]Around 120 elderly people killed by gang in Haiti
World December 9, 2024 | 11:55 am
Port-au-Prince.- More than 120 people, primarily over the age of 60, were brutally killed by the Viv Ansamm gang in Warf Jeremie, a coastal area in Port-au-Prince controlled by gang l[...]Julio Peña represents the Dominican Republic at Mr. World 2024
People December 9, 2024 | 11:40 am
Hanoi, Vietnam.- Julio Peña, representing the Dominican Republic at Mr. World 2024 in Vietnam, achieved remarkable success, earning recognition for having the best social project in [...]Emir of Qatar expresses interest in investing in the Dominican Republic
World December 9, 2024 | 10:40 am
Qatar.- During a bilateral meeting in Qatar, Emir Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani expressed his country’s interest in investing in the Dominican Republic, highlighting its status as Latin [...]Abinader highlights the transformative role of global cooperation in the Dominican Republic
World December 9, 2024 | 9:06 am
Qatar.- President Luis Abinader of the Dominican Republic emphasized the critical role of international cooperation in the nation's evolution from a recipient to a dual contributor [...]Kenyan officers resign from Haiti Mission amid poor conditions
World December 9, 2024 | 8:25 am
Haiti.- At least 20 of the nearly 400 Kenyan police officers deployed in Haiti under the UN-backed Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS) have submitted resignation letters in t[...]Tigres del Licey crowned champions of Caribbean Titans Series
Sports December 9, 2024 | 8:09 am
San Juan, Puerto Rico.- The Tigres del Licey clinched the title in the second edition of the Caribbean Titans Series by defeating the Águilas Cibaeñas 4-3 in the decisive third game[...]Dominican Republic promotes culture with Experiential Dome in Times Square
Tourism December 9, 2024 | 8:05 am
New York.- The Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic unveiled its Experiential Dome in Duffy Square, Times Square, New York, on Sunday, offering an immersive celebration of Do[...]Santo Domingo places 167th in Mercer’s 2024 Global Quality of Life Ranking
World December 6, 2024 | 4:21 pm
Santo Domingo.- Mercer, a global leader in workforce and investment solutions, released its 2024 Quality of Life Cities ranking, evaluating 241 cities for living conditions suited to [...]President Luis Abinader arrives in Qatar for Doha World Forum
World December 6, 2024 | 11:06 am
Doha.- President Luis Abinader arrived in Doha, Qatar, on Friday to participate in the Doha World Forum, which starts on Saturday, December 7. The forum, running until December 8, wil[...]Dominican aeronautical authorities reinforce commitment on ICAO Chicago Convention’s 80th Anniversary
World December 6, 2024 | 8:45 am
Chicago, United States.- Héctor Porcella, president of the Civil Aviation Board (JAC), marked the 80th anniversary of the Convention on International Civil Aviation by emphasizing th[...]Dominicans abroad honored in “Tell Me Your Story” writing contest
World December 5, 2024 | 2:26 pm
Santo Domingo.- The Institute of Dominicans Abroad (INDEX), in partnership with Vimenca and Western Union, awarded winners of the second “Tell Me Your Story” contest, rec[...]Haitian Prime Minister unveils plan for peaceful transition
World December 5, 2024 | 12:18 pm
Haiti.- Haitian Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils Aimé has announced a comprehensive action plan aimed at ensuring a peaceful and structured transition in the country, aligning with th[...]US Customs to seize Chinese-owned DR company’s forced labor aluminum
Economy December 5, 2024 | 8:11 am
Washington.- U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued a Finding against Kingtom Aluminio S.R.L., the first Chinese-owned entity in the Dominican Republic, based on information that r[...]Haitian authorities call for investigation into attacks on Doctors Without Borders
World December 4, 2024 | 11:12 am
Haiti.- The Presidential Transitional Council (CPT) in Haiti called on the Haitian National Police (PNH) to expedite investigations into the incidents that led Doctors Without Borders[...]South Korea’s opposition calls for President Yoon to resign
World December 4, 2024 | 9:25 am
Seoul, South Korea.- South Korea's main opposition party demanded the resignation of President Yoon Suk Yeol on Wednesday, accusing him of insurrection after he attempted to declare m[...]South Korean President declares Martial Law amid political crisis
World December 3, 2024 | 4:10 pm
South Korea.- On Tuesday, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law, citing the need to protect the country's constitutional order. The decision follows actions by the[...]Abinader confident Haiti Security Mission will succeed with full deployment
Local December 3, 2024 | 10:46 am
Santo Domingo.- Dominican President Luis Abinader expressed confidence in the success of the Multinational Security Mission (MMS) in Haiti, provided that the promised deployment of 2,[...]US expands restrictions on Semiconductor exports to China
World December 2, 2024 | 11:10 am
United States.- On Monday, the United States unveiled new measures aimed at restricting semiconductor exports to China, targeting the nation's capacity to develop advanced technologie[...]Haiti: two hooded men open fire in the streets of Port-au-Prince
World November 29, 2024 | 9:40 am
Haiti – Local Haitian media reported that two hooded men in a van opened fire on the streets of Christ-Roi, Delmas 32, in Port-au-Prince. Witnesses described the attackers as heavil[...]Dominican Couple in NY lead network stealing luxury goods for resale in DR
World November 28, 2024 | 10:45 am
Santo Domingo.- Authorities in New York have arrested a Dominican man and woman accused of leading a criminal network that stole merchandise worth $2 million from major chain stores. [...]Haitian police seize firearms, uniforms, and arrest two in raid
World November 27, 2024 | 12:43 pm
Haiti.- Haitian police recently conducted a series of operations that led to significant seizures and arrests. During a raid on the Coins 33 club in Delmas 33, they confiscated offici[...]Billboard in Times Square denounces abortion ban in the Dominican Republic
Local November 27, 2024 | 8:07 am
New York, NY – A powerful billboard campaign launched in Times Square yesterday, spotlighting the tragic consequences of the Dominican Republic’s total abortion ban. Timed with the Interna[...]
