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Dominican Republic: Pável Isa Contreras resigns as Minister of Economy
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- Pável Isa Contreras has officially resigned from his position as Minister of Economy, Planning, and Development (MEPyD) in the Dominican Republic. The resignation, submitted to President Luis Abinader on December 4, was confirmed...
Dominican Republic advocates for climate justice at UN International Court
Dominican Today
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San Francisco, California.- The Dominican Republic presented its position on climate change obligations before the UN International Court of Justice (ICJ), emphasizing the existential threat posed to humanity and vulnerable ecosystems....
Adriano Espaillat addresses recycling and due process in social media posts
NYC Gazette - New York
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April 23, 2025
Adriano Espaillat U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 13th district | Official U.S. House HeadshotAdriano Espaillat U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 13th district | Official U.S. House Headshot Adriano Espaillat, a...
This Just-Opened All-Inclusive in the Dominican Republic Has “Vibe” Parties, Adventure Tours and “Splash” Rooms With Private Pools
Caribbean Journal
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January 25, 2025
The choice is yours: spend the day looking out at one of the most beautiful bays in the Dominican Republic from the comfort of your own private plunge pool, or take a journey to explore the natural wonders of the Los Hiatises National Park. Of...
Afro-Descendants demand greater political participation and end to racism at Santo Domingo Forum
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- Afro-descendants from 20 countries across Latin America and the Caribbean concluded the Bicentennial Forum for Afro-descendant Reparations in Santo Domingo by calling for increased political participation and the eradication of...
Dominican Republic recognized by PAHO for leadership in Dengue management
Dominican Today
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December 13, 2024
Image: external source Santo Domingo.- The Ministry of Health announced that the Dominican Republic has been recognized by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) for its effective management of dengue, even as cases rise across the region....
Adriano Espaillat shares legislative updates concerning disaster relief and environmental initiatives
NYC Gazette - New York
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April 22, 2025
Adriano Espaillat U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 13th district | Official U.S. House HeadshotAdriano Espaillat U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 13th district | Official U.S. House Headshot Adriano Espaillat, serving as...
Adriano Espaillat advocates for environmental legislation and commemoration on Earth Day 2025
NYC Gazette - New York
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April 22, 2025
Adriano Espaillat U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 13th district | Official U.S. House HeadshotAdriano Espaillat U.S. House of Representatives from New York's 13th district | Official U.S. House Headshot Adriano Espaillat, a U.S....
Domínguez Brito: Trump’s Paris Agreement withdrawal puts Dominican Republic at risk
Dominican Today
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January 21, 2025
Santo Domingo, DR.- Francisco Domínguez Brito, former Environment Minister of the Dominican Republic, expressed concern over former U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement on Climate Change, calling it a...
Santiago launches “Yaque del Norte Green Women’s Network” to tackle river pollution
Dominican Today
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Santiago de los Caballeros.- With an initial investment exceeding RD$14 million, the Santiago Mayor’s Office and the Economic and Social Development Council of Santo Domingo (CODESSD), along with regional partners, officially launched the “Yaque...
Cyberpunk 2077 2.3 Update: All Confirmed New Additions & Features
Screen Rant
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July 16, 2025
Cyberpunk 2077's 2.3 update has officially been revealed, and it brings with it a ton of new features to alter your gameplay. Cyberpunk version 2.3 was originally scheduled for a June release, but was delayed indefinitely near the end of the...
AMO, Coast Guard interdict vessel smuggling 282 pounds of cocaine; 4 men from the Dominican Republic arrested
Dominican Today
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January 27, 2025
Aguadilla, Puerto Rico.- U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine Operations (AMO) and the US Coast Guard interdicted a vessel attempting to smuggle 156 pounds (128 kilograms) of cocaine through the norther coast of the island on...
Dominican Republic takes stand on climate change at International Court of Justice
DR1
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The Dominican Republic made history this week by becoming the first Caribbean nation to address the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the urgent issue of climate change, Diario Libre reports. The country’s legal team, led by Boni Guerrero...
Viva Resorts by Wyndham Unveils Viva Miches: The Dominican Republic’s Hidden Gem
Hospitality Net
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January 22, 2025
Viva Miches by Wyndham, a new all-inclusive resort located in the up-and-coming destination of Miches, Dominican Republic, was officially unveiled on Dec. 20, 2024 and is now available for booking at special rates as low as $117 per person, per...
Dominican Republic eradicates Mediterranean fruit fly with sterile insect technique
Fresh Plaza
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December 10, 2024
In a swift response to the Mediterranean fruit fly incursion detected near Punta Cana in December 2023, the Dominican Republic has successfully eradicated the pest using the Sterile Insect Technique (SIT). This method, environmentally friendly,...
Raising tourism taxes could weaken QRoo’s competitiveness against the Dominican Republic
Dominican Today
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Mexico.- Francisco Madrid, director of the Center for Advanced Research in Sustainable Tourism (Starc) at Anáhuac University in Cancún, warned that increasing taxes on tourism could undermine Mexico’s competitiveness, particularly against...
“RD por lo Alto” calls for dialogue on potential National Botanical Garden impact
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- The patriotic campaign “RD por lo alto” has called for open and transparent dialogue between the Ministry of Public Works and Communications (MOPC), the Ministry of the Environment, and broader civil society amid rising concerns...
Renewable energy powers 23% of Dominican Republic’s electricity
Dominican Today
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Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic closed 2024 with 1,396 megawatts of electricity generated from renewable sources, including solar, wind, and biomass. This accounts for 23.32% of the nation’s total generation capacity, marking a 137%...
Santo Domingo places 167th in Mercer’s 2024 Global Quality of Life Ranking
Dominican Today
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December 6, 2024
Image: Pexels 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 international assignees and their families. Santo...
Inside Haiti’s biodiversity: Ouanaminthe botanic garden and forest inspire preservation and awe
Haitian Times
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April 19, 2025
Overview: A cedar forest grows tall and strong next to a botanical garden in the Ouanaminthe area, testifying to the success of locally-led conservation efforts while serving as peaceful retreats for visitors. OUANAMINTHE, Haiti — Local...