Dominican Republic concludes participation in UNESCO’s 221st Executive Council
Local April 18, 2025 | 8:23 am
Paris.- The Dominican Republic, represented by Ambassador Larissa Veloz, concluded its active participation in the 221st Session of UNESCOâ€[...]
Families of Jet Set tragedy victims file new lawsuits against nightclub owners
Local April 17, 2025 | 1:01 pm
Santo Domingo.- Relatives of the victims of the Jet Set nightclub tragedy have filed two new lawsuits—one criminal and one civil—against the nightclub's owners. These actions were[...]COE maintains weather alerts in 16 provinces
Local April 17, 2025 | 12:01 pm
The Emergency Operations Center (COE) has placed 11 provinces on yellow alert and 5 on green alert due to the risk of urban and rural flash flooding, river o[...]
RD Vial announces free toll hours to ease Easter traffic
Local April 17, 2025 | 11:11 am
Santo Domingo.- In support of road safety and to ease travel during the Easter holiday, RD Vial has announced free toll passage during designated hours on major highways. This initiat[...]19 foreign nationals among victims in Jet Set tragedy
Local April 17, 2025 | 10:05 am
Santo Domingo.- At least 19 foreign nationals are among the 230 people identified following the deadly roof collapse at the Jet Set nightclub on April 8 in Santo Domingo. The confirma[...]BanĂ Beltway temporarily opens to ease Easter traffic flow
Local April 17, 2025 | 9:45 am
BanĂ.- The Ministry of Public Works and Communications (MOPC) has announced the temporary opening of the BanĂ Beltway from 5:00 p.m. on We[...]
Mayor of Las Terrenas urges vigilance amid heavy rainfall
Local April 17, 2025 | 8:56 am
Las Terrenas.- Due to heavy rainfall caused by a weather trough currently affecting the region, Las Terrenas has been placed under a yellow alert. Mayor Eduardo Esteban is urging resi[...]Bill submitted to merge Economy and Finance Ministries
Local April 16, 2025 | 3:57 pm
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican government has introduced a bill to the Senate aiming to merge the Ministry of Economy, Planning and Development (MEPYD) with the Ministry of Finance. Th[...]RevĂsame app helps ensure safe alcohol consumption during Easter
Local April 16, 2025 | 2:13 pm
Santo Domingo.- During Easter, alcohol consumption in the Dominican Republic tends to rise significantly, prompting authorities to emphasize the importance of responsible drinking and[...]266 beaches and resorts closed for Holy Week 2025
Local April 16, 2025 | 1:08 pm
Santo Domingo.- The Civil Defense of the Dominican Republic has closed 266 beaches and resorts nationwide ahead of Holy Week 2025, citing high risk to human life. The closures follow [...]Democratic Option proposes Habitability Certificate to strengthen building safety
Local April 16, 2025 | 10:41 am
Santo Domingo.- The Democratic Option (Opción Democrática, OD) party has proposed the creation of a Certificate of Use and Habitability to[...]
Flour industry calls for stronger sector support
Local April 16, 2025 | 9:34 am
Santo Domingo.- The Union of Medium and Small Flour Manufacturers (UMPIH) has called for greater collaboration among industry stakeholders, government authorities, and society to adva[...]Environment Ministry bans vehicle parking near shorelines during Holy Week
Local April 16, 2025 | 9:13 am
Santo Domingo.- The Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources has issued Resolution No. 026/2025, prohibiting the parking of motor vehicles within 60 meters of the high tide line [...]Dominican students win Global Leadership Championship in London
Local April 16, 2025 | 8:40 am
London.- A team of students from Saint Joseph School has made history by winning first place at the 2025 Global Leadership Championship (GLC[...]
Lee Ballester oversees operations base in Friusa
Local April 16, 2025 | 8:30 am
Friusa.- Vice Admiral Luis Rafael Lee Ballester, Director General of Immigration, visited a Ministry of Defense operations base to oversee i[...]
Russia opens first embassy in the Dominican Republic
Local April 16, 2025 | 8:17 am
Santo Domingo.- Russia has officially opened its first embassy in the Dominican Republic, marking a new chapter in diplomatic relations between the two nations. The Russian Foreign Mi[...]Antonio Espaillat appoints lawyer and vows to cooperate in Jet Set collapse probe
Local April 16, 2025 | 8:05 am
Santo Domingo.- Antonio Espaillat, manager of Inversiones EYL, SRL—the company that owns the Jet Set entertainment venue—has pledged full cooperation with the National District At[...]Dominican authorities enforce strict safety measures for Easter 2025
Local April 15, 2025 | 3:38 pm
Santo Domingo.- In a move to safeguard citizens and tourists during Holy Week 2025, Dominican authorities have launched a nationwide operation focused on maintaining safety and public[...]Dominican government launches nationwide security operation for Holy Week 2025
Local April 15, 2025 | 3:13 pm
Santo Domingo.- In a nationwide effort to protect citizens and prevent emergencies during Holy Week 2025, the Dominican Government launched the "Security and Prevention" operation thi[...]“La bachata de Biónico” dominates Made in DR Fine Arts Film Festival Awards
Local April 15, 2025 | 1:25 pm
Santo Domingo.- The latest edition of the Made in DR Fine Arts Film Festival concluded with La bachata de BiĂłnico emerging as the big winner.[...]
