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Tropical Storm Melissa continues moving west, track still uncertain
As of the National Hurricane Center's 5 a.m. advisory, Tropical Storm Melissa is moving at 7 mph towards the west-northwest. A Hurricane Watch is in effect for the southern peninsula of the Dominican Republic, with a forecast of 5-10 inches of...
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The orphans of Santo Domingo’s Jet Set nightclub: ‘The pain will never go away’
Estefany García Melo was sleeping when her aunt woke her up at 5 a.m. to tell her that her mother, Nércida Anabel Melo Arias, hadn’t arrived home. The 20-year-old told her not to worry, to try calling her. They did so again and again, with no...
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Lebanese Syrian Palestinian Club celebrates 100 years of cultural legacy in the Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo.- The Lebanese Syrian Palestinian Club is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, marking a century of cultural and community contributions in the Dominican Republic. Founded in 1925 by Middle Eastern immigrant families, the...
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150 Best Sony Pictures Classics Movies, Ranked by Tomatometer
(Photo by Copyright © Everett Collection / Everett Collection) The latest: Blue Moon hits theaters October 17. For more than 30 years, Sony Pictures Classics has been a leader in bringing films to audiences all around the world. Founded in 1992 as...
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From the Dominican Republic to Kazakhstan, Nashua families connect with bilingual story time
The bilingual story time at the Arlington Community Center in Nashua is a new program that gives toddlers and their parents the chance to hear stories in English and Spanish every Thursday. Children’s Program Coordinator Manisha Chourasia said the...
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Tropical Storm Melissa carries flood risk to Caribbean islands
MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Melissa dumped heavy rain on Hispaniola as forecasters warned Wednesday of a significant flood risk in parts of the Caribbean region in the coming days. The rains snarled traffic in the Dominican Republic’s capital,...
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Dominican Republic asks Russia, China to help fight gangs in Haiti
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Oct. 2 (UPI) -- Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader sent letters to Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, asking them to support the Multinational Security Support Mission for Haiti that was authorized by the...
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Santo Domingo International Book Fair draws crowds with vibrant cultural program
Santo Domingo.- The Santo Domingo International Book Fair 2025 (FILSD 2025) is drawing record crowds and an atmosphere of enthusiasm at the Juan Pablo Duarte Cultural Plaza, with weekday attendance surpassing expectations. Dedicated to historian...
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Bad Bunny will not be replaced as 2026 Super Bowl halftime show performer, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell confirms
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The National Football League has spoken: Bad Bunny is here to stay. NFL Commissioner Robert Goodell confirmed on Wednesday that the Latin superstar, who was unveiled in September as the headliner for the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show, will not be...
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Abinader declares Dominican Republic the top investment destination in Latin America
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Uvero Alto.- President Luis Abinader affirmed that the Dominican Republic is now the best place in Latin America to invest, during the inauguration of the W Punta Cana, Adult All-Inclusive resort—a USD 160 million project developed by Marriott...
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Tropical Storm Melissa’s path uncertain, Caribbean braces for possible hurricane
ORLANDO, Fla. — Tropical Storm Melissa is currently over the Caribbean, posing a threat of heavy rain and flooding to several islands in the region. Wind shear is currently limiting the intensification of Melissa, but there is potential for the...
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Tropical Storm Melissa not yet strengthening, but still expected to become a dangerous Caribbean hurricane
[En español] A Hurricane Watch is up for the south coast of Haiti and a Tropical Storm Watch for Jamaica for Tropical Storm Melissa, which had not yet strengthened as of midday Wednesday. The storm was crawling slowly west-northwestward across the...
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Island SPACE Caribbean Museum Entertainment Lineup for 5th Anniversary FIYAH! Gala
Keynote speaker Marlon Hill Esq., (L) along with gala hosts Neki Mohan and Papa Keith will connect passion with mission while guiding gala guests on an immersive cultural journey. PLANTATION — Island SPACE Caribbean Museum is turning up the heat...
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Today in History: November 12, Ellis Island closes its doors
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By The Associated Press Today is Wednesday, Nov. 12, the 316th day of 2025. There are 49 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 12, 1954, Ellis Island officially closed as an immigration station and detention center. More than 12 million...
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30 Under 30: Nelson Cruz, Entertainment Software Association
Nelson Cruz, a Dominican American born in Silver Spring, Maryland and raised between the Dominican Republic and Washington, DC, is the digital marketing director at the Entertainment Software Association (ESA). He leads digital advocacy for the US...
Dominican Republic shines at FIT 2025 en Argentina
Argentina.- The Dominican Republic is participating in the International Tourism Fair (FIT) 2025 in Argentina, highlighting the country as a top source market. In the first half of 2025, arrivals from Argentina grew 89.5% compared to 2024, making...
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This Florida-Based Airline Just Filed For Bankruptcy – Here's What Happens Next
Verijet, a private jet operator based in Kissimmee, Florida, may not be as well-known as Pan Am or TWA, but it joined their ranks as a now defunct airline. It's a common theme in the cutthroat airline industry. Pan American World Airways was such...
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Blue Bachata in the Dominican Republic
The known that became new In some of my writings, I have shared moments from journeys to distant places — far-flung geographies that carried the allure of the unfamiliar. But few travels have transformed my sense of place as deeply as this one to...
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How to watch Bayern Munich vs. Club Brugge: free streams, preview for UCL 2025/26 game
Bayern Munich welcome Club Brugge to the Allianz Arena this Wednesday night as they look to maintain their exemplary record across all competitions. Eleven games have now passed since the start of Die Roten's season, and they are yet to drop a...
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How to watch Chelsea vs Ajax: live Champions League 2025/26 game, free streams, team news
The Chelsea vs Ajax live stream sees the home side aiming to secure their fourth straight win in all competitions against a Dutch side that has just one win from their last six games. After a slow start to the season that saw Chelsea suffer losses...
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