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The nation has formally integrated the IHRA framework into its legal and policy structures, marking a significant step in regional efforts to address hate speech and discrimination.
The final farewell for 27-year-old businessman Filip Mihalić took place in Varaždin following his sudden death in the Dominican Republic.
Viettel, leveraging two decades of international telecom experience, is bringing its services to the Dominican Republic.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is reportedly looking to a junior tournament in the Dominican Republic as a strategic opportunity to lobby for votes and potentially counter a coalition seeking his ouster.
The Dominican Republic has expelled nine Cuban diplomats, a move Havana attributes to pressure from the United States, coinciding with the centenary of Fidel Castro's birth.
A British girl died during a family holiday in the Caribbean, reportedly killed in a boat explosion that also injured two dozen other tourists in the Dominican Republic.
Venezuela and the Dominican Republic have announced an agreement to restore diplomatic relations, which were severed following a contested vote in 2024, signaling a move towards renewed bilateral cooperation.
Filip Mihalić has reportedly died in the Dominican Republic, according to information from his family circle, with official confirmation still pending.
A study by nPerf reveals that Hungarian users experience superior streaming quality on wired networks compared to similar-sized countries, with only one in ten videos buffering, contrasting sharply with the Dominican Republic.
Nearly 60 colorful plastic piggy banks, originating from countries like the Dominican Republic and Guatemala, have appeared on Texas shorelines over the past year, baffling locals and experts.
An article describes Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, highlighting its clear Caribbean waters, merengue rhythms, and the vibrant local life beyond the resorts.
A fatal fire at a resort in the Dominican Republic killed one woman and left hundreds of tourists stranded, with many losing their passports.
A tourist has died in a massive blaze at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach luxury resort in Bayahibe, Dominican Republic, leading to the evacuation of nearly 1,700 people.
A Cambridgeshire mother in her 90s is hoping for justice for her daughter, Lindsay de Feliz, as a retrial for her 2019 murder is set to open in the Dominican Republic. She hopes those responsible will finally be convicted.
A private jet crashed and burst into flames during an emergency landing at La Romana airport in the Dominican Republic, killing both the pilot and co-pilot. The plane was reportedly en route to pick up former MLB star Yadier Molina.
A senior US diplomat, sent by Trump, is visiting Haiti and the Dominican Republic for discussions on security and economic issues.
Former Tampa Bay Rays star Wander Franco was found criminally responsible for the sexual abuse of a minor by a Dominican Republic judge, but he will not serve jail time as he was also deemed a 'victim' of extortion.
A former lawyer from Olsztyn, Poland, who was convicted of multiple frauds and other crimes, remains at large for two years and is believed by the court to be hiding in the Dominican Republic.
Streamer IShowSpeed unexpectedly met fellow streamer Fanum while touring the Dominican Republic, creating a viral video moment that sparked online chaos.
Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader announced the suspension of a planned gold mine operation by Canadian company GoldQuest, following public protests in the southern part of the country.
Hundreds of citizens in the Dominican Republic have taken to the streets to protest a Canadian mining project, citing environmental and social concerns.
Albanian police in Elbasan concluded operation 'Streha,' uncovering a three-story building used for prostitution and the sale of cocaine and cannabis, leading to the arrest of four Colombian and Dominican Republic nationals.
Mike Pennel, a two-time Chiefs Super Bowl champion and longtime NFL defensive lineman, is reportedly a person of interest in the potential homicide of a woman in the Dominican Republic.
The Dominican Republic and Haiti are set to reopen their shared airspace in May, restoring flights between the two nations after a closure of more than two years. This decision aims to normalize air travel and relations.
South Korea's Foreign Ministry announced the appointment of new ambassadors, including economist Kim Heung-chong as the new envoy to the United Kingdom, as part of a broader diplomatic reshuffle.
Heavy rains and floods in the Dominican Republic last week resulted in the deaths of seven people and forced over 30,000 residents to evacuate their homes.
Victoria Iakimova, who was appointed honorary consul of Ukraine in the Dominican Republic in mid-March, has been dismissed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reportedly due to her attire rather than nude photos.
A Belgian real estate agent is being prosecuted for his involvement in scams, including Forex fraud and a dubious project in the Dominican Republic, and for emptying his company's accounts of nearly €500,000.
Serbian actor Stefan Kapičić is currently filming a movie alongside Keanu Reeves in the Dominican Republic, though details about his role remain unknown.
The Dominican Republic is emerging as the latest battleground in the ongoing space race between the United States and China.
Norwegian clipfish, traditionally dominant in the Dominican Republic, is now facing strong competition from a cheaper alternative due to limited availability of the fish.
A controversial strike three call ended the Dominican Republic's hopes of making it to the World Baseball Classic final and allowed Team USA to advance.
(ANSA) - SANTO DOMINGO, 11 MAR - The exhibition 'Città in Scena. Urban regeneration: the Italian path towards a sustainable future', promoted by the Italian Embassy in the Dominican Republic on the…
A Winnipeg woman killed in a bus crash while on vacation is being remembered as a determined, caring and selfless mother who always offered a helping hand to those who needed it — whether it be volunteering or rescuing stray cats.
The Embassy of Canada to the Dominican Republic says there were Canadians involved in a tourist bus accident in the Caribbean nation on Sunday night.
The Caribbean island of the Dominican Republic is experiencing a slowdown in its tourism growth, despite being the second-largest destination in the region. The country aims to attract more foreign visitors, particularly from France.
Italian Ambassador Stefano Queirolo Palmas was awarded the Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of Duarte, Sánchez, and Mella during a ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic.
A large part of the Dominican Republic, including the capital Santo Domingo, experienced a widespread power outage due to a serious system malfunction. The network operator has begun restoration efforts.
The Caribbean nation has introduced pioneering legal measures aligning with international efforts to address hate crimes and discrimination targeting Jewish communities.
The family and friends of 27-year-old entrepreneur Filip Mihalić laid him to rest in Varaždin after he died unexpectedly in the Dominican Republic, drawing attention to his past legal controversies regarding fraudulent COVID-19 testing.
Viettel, a telecommunications company with two decades of international experience, is expanding its operations to the Dominican Republic, bringing its expertise to the Caribbean nation.
German reality TV star Gina-Lisa Lohfink required emergency medical attention in the Dominican Republic after pus emerged from surgical wounds on her thigh and buttocks, three years after a beauty procedure.
Abbie Lainton, a 16-year-old British cheerleader from Swindon, died in a boat accident during a family holiday in the Dominican Republic, with her siblings also sustaining injuries.
A British teenager has died and dozens were injured after a tourist boat exploded and caught fire in the Dominican Republic. Video footage captured the dramatic incident, which led to the tragic loss of life.
Two historical proposals are presented: the sterilization of women during the Great Depression in the US and the exile of a family to the Dominican Republic after the Spanish Civil War.
Filip Mihalić, a 27-year-old Croatian entrepreneur and HDZ party member accused in a COVID test scandal, has died, with his body reportedly found in the Dominican Republic. The Croatian Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs has not yet confirmed his death.
SURA is celebrating its 15th anniversary in the Dominican Republic, reaffirming its commitment to service in the country.
La Bandera, a simple yet balanced plate of rice, beans, and meat, is widely recognized as the Dominican Republic's quintessential daily meal. It is said to reflect the nation's identity and colors.
Erling Haaland scored two goals to lead Norway to a victory over Senegal, securing their place in the World Cup last 32. Other matches saw Algeria defeat Jordan 2-1 and France cruise past Iraq 3-0.
A fire at a luxury resort in the Dominican Republic resulted in the death of an Italian tourist and forced the evacuation of approximately 1,700 guests. Many guests lost their belongings and documents in the blaze.
A massive fire has torn through a luxury resort in the Dominican Republic, resulting in one death and the evacuation of approximately 1,700 guests. An Italian tourist was killed while attempting to escape the blaze at the popular beach hotel.
CBP agents and the Coast Guard intercepted a 30-foot boat carrying 40 migrants, including individuals from the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Uzbekistan, near Desecheo Island, Puerto Rico.
A pilot was killed when a glider crashed during an attempted takeoff, with the cause of the accident currently unknown. This incident involved a private aircraft and resulted in the death of the pilot.
Viettel Global, a Vietnamese telecommunications company, announced plans to invest US$560 million in the Dominican Republic's telecom sector.
Haitian women are resorting to giving birth in unsanitary, unsupervised conditions after the Dominican Republic began deploying immigration agents to detain migrants at hospitals, fearing deportation.
The Dominican Republic has agreed to accept third-country migrants deported by the U.S., reversing President Luis Abinader’s previous stance as part of President Trump’s efforts to find countries willing to take deportees.
A chaotic moment from IShowSpeed's Dominican Republic livestream went viral after a fan attempted to kiss the streamer on a crowded bus, leaving him visibly horrified before security intervened.
Dominican President Luis Abinader announced the suspension of a mining project by Canadian company GoldQuest, following local protests in the southern part of the country.
The Dominican Republic showcases how it can combine the packaged paradise, with Punta Cana as its highlight, with other layers that typically don't appear in tourist brochures.
Archaeologists in the Dominican Republic are excavating a church, believing they may have found the skeleton of Enriquillo, a 16th-century Taíno cacique and "first guerrilla leader in the Americas."
The Italian Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Sergio Maffettone, presented his credentials to President Luis Abinader, marking a step towards strengthening ties and exploring new economic opportunities between the two nations.
The Dominican Republic announced the seizure of 1.6 tons of cocaine originating from South America in an operation conducted with US support, intercepting the cargo on a vessel off its southern coast.
A UCO report reveals that businessman Juan Carlos Aldama provided Koldo García with the personal phone number of the Dominican Republic's president to facilitate business expansion, suggesting a three-way call with former minister Ábalos.
The Podgorica High State Prosecutor's Office announced activities related to large drug seizures, stating that one suspect in Podgorica, Germany, Bolivia, Thailand, Belgium, and the Dominican Republic ordered and organized maritime or air transport of large quantities of cocaine, cannabis, and hashish.
The article discusses the safety of the Caribbean as a tourist destination, noting that the Dominican Republic is increasingly becoming a preferred choice for many travelers.
Dominican officials have canceled classes and issued warnings for potential flooding and power outages due to heavy rainfall across the country.
Serbian actor Stefan Kapičić is confirmed to be working again with director Tim Miller on a new sci-fi action movie starring Keanu Reeves, which is currently filming in the Dominican Republic, following their previous collaboration on Netflix's 'Love, Death & Robots'.
Rapper Yailin La Más Viral was arrested in the Dominican Republic after police discovered two firearms in her Lamborghini during an operation in Santo Domingo.
Ambassador Sergio Maffettone, designated to lead the Italian diplomatic mission in the Dominican Republic, presented his Letters of Credence to the Caribbean country’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Paul Skenes' gamble paid off in a big way as he led the U.S. past a stacked Dominican Republic lineup.
Paula Cury discusses taking “the hard route” for her first feature film, premiering at Copenhagen doc fest CPH:DOX, finding “very brave” women to speak up, and the global backlash against women’s…
Brooks Nader shares stunning bikini photos from her Dominican Republic getaway at Amanera Resort with her sisters from their show 'Love Thy Nader.'
The Dominican Republic marked the 182nd anniversary of Dominican independence in Seoul on Thursday. The Dominican Republic celebrates its declaration of independence by activists led by Juan Pablo Duarte in 1844 on Feb. 27 each year. “Our independence is not merely a chapter in a history book,” Dominican Ambassador to Korea Angie Martinez said in her remarks, highlighting shared resilience and ‘complementarity’ with South Korea, "It was not inherited — it has been strengthened and renewed by eac
On February 27, 1844, the independence of the Dominican Republic from Haiti was proclaimed, marking a new phase in turbulent Caribbean history.
The first 'Guide to Doing Business in the Dominican Republic' has been published and is available on the website of the Italian Embassy in Santo Domingo, aiming to assist businesses in a high-potential market.
Inside the bribery plot that led to a DEA supervisor’s downfall in the Dominican Republic Associated Press News
Authorities are investigating the circumstances behind the covert interment of Filip Mihalić in the Dominican Republic, where he was found dead. The Foreign Ministry maintains that official documentation supports the current findings.
President Luis Abinader declared the adoption of the international working definition, framing antisemitism as a direct threat to democratic values and social cohesion.
Vietnamese telecom giant Viettel has successfully won a spectrum auction, granting it the right to provide telecommunication services in the Dominican Republic. This marks a significant expansion for Viettel into the Caribbean market.
A watchdog organization is advocating for a United States import ban, citing ongoing forced labor practices in the Dominican Republic's sugarcane fields.
FL Technics has commenced operations at its new hangar in the Dominican Republic, with US airline JetBlue, one of the largest in the country, becoming its first client.
NYPD officer Rebecca DePaula has died following surgery in the Dominican Republic, prompting her family to call for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.
The Dominican Republic's zoo is providing a sanctuary for confiscated animals as seizures of exotic species continue to soar, addressing the growing issue of illegal wildlife trade.
Federation Spain, Chile’s Alma Films, and the Dominican Republic’s Larimar Films have joined Kryzz Gautier’s queer period horror film 'Echoes' ahead of its presentation at the Costa Rica Media Market.
Dominican Republic basketball player Gian Montero has officially joined Olympiacos, as announced by the EuroLeague.
ESPN has retracted its reporting on free-agent defensive lineman Mike Pennel and a homicide investigation in the Dominican Republic, admitting that its most recent story 'contained errors.' The initial report naming Pennel as a person of interest began on April 25.
Following a fatal fire at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach resort in Bayahibe, which led to the evacuation of nearly 1,700 people, Dominican authorities are assuring travelers that other tourist areas in the country are operating normally.
A massive fire has destroyed a resort in the Dominican Republic, leading to the evacuation of nearly 1,700 tourists and resulting in at least one fatality. The blaze caused extensive damage to the Caribbean beach resort.
The mother of a pregnant teenager who died from cancer is challenging the Dominican Republic's strict abortion ban, which prevented her daughter from receiving life-saving treatment.
A private jet exploded during an emergency landing at La Romana airport in the Dominican Republic, killing two people. Dramatic moments before and during the crash were recorded by an airport employee.
Four contestants, including former footballer Gabi Tamaș, Lucian Popa, and Patricia, will compete in the grand finale of Survivor Romania, broadcast live from the Dominican Republic after 22 weeks of competition.
A judge in the Dominican Republic found baseball player Wander Franco criminally responsible for the sexual abuse of a minor. Despite the finding, Franco was granted a judicial pardon and will not serve a prison sentence.
The Dominican Republic officially designated Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Hezbollah as terrorist organizations, aligning with its commitment to fighting global terrorism.
Police at Frankfurt Airport arrested a suspected international drug gang leader upon his arrival from the Dominican Republic, with cocaine found hidden in bananas and coconuts. A court is now reviewing his extradition to Spain.
A Canadian mining project, which aimed to extract gold, copper, and silver deposits, has been suspended in the Dominican Republic. The project reportedly sought to access 1.1 million ounces of reserves.
Hundreds of people marched in a southern province of the Dominican Republic on Sunday, May 3rd, to protest against a proposed gold mine project by Canadian company GoldQuest.
A Biden-appointed judge has ordered the release from ICE custody of a suspected illegal migrant from the Dominican Republic, who was subject to a deportation order and an Interpol Red Notice for murder.
Mike Pennel, who played for the Bengals in 2025, has been identified as a person of interest in the case of a missing woman who died in the Dominican Republic, according to ESPN.
GoldQuest has reported a potential depth extension at its Romero Gold-Copper Project located in the Dominican Republic.
Flights between the Dominican Republic and Haiti, which were suspended in March 2024 due to security concerns in Haiti, are expected to restart in May.
Torrential rains have caused severe flooding in the Dominican Republic and Haiti, resulting in at least 19 deaths and displacing thousands. The heavy rainfall led to school closures, reduced work hours, and power outages in the capital, Santo Domingo.
Nearly 30,000 people have been evacuated from their homes in the Dominican Republic, and three have died, due to the effects of torrential rains that have affected the country for over a month.
The Caribbean continues to be a popular tourist destination, with the Dominican Republic increasingly becoming a primary choice for many travelers seeking perfect vacations.
Glenys Rosario, an agricultural engineer from the Dominican Republic, is dedicated to securing the future of cocoa farming amidst various challenges.
A 19-year-old Canadian from Quebec was shot and killed in the Dominican Republic while on vacation with his brother, prompting a national police investigation into the incident.
W Hotels is introducing a new standard for all-inclusive luxury with its adults-only resort located on the pristine beaches of Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic.
Chad is preparing to deploy new troops to Haiti, replacing the Kenyan force, with Chadian soldiers currently undergoing training in the United States.
The deceased's wife allegedly played a "key role" in organizing the homicide.
To strengthen the red team in Survivor, another new player landed in the Dominican Republic, as we watched in the new episode that aired on Saturday night on SKAI.
A Manitoba woman who died after a bus accident in the Dominican Republic on Sunday is being remembered as a "fearless" traveller who was passionate about exploring the world.
Portuguese sailors are attempting to prevent the sale of the ship Mondego to the Dominican Republic, arguing that the sale would destroy evidence crucial to an ongoing insubordination case against military personnel. Lawyers have petitioned the court to halt the process.
The Amir has extended congratulations to the president of the Dominican Republic, marking a diplomatic exchange between the two nations.
Italian Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Stefano Queirolo Palmas, received an honorary doctorate from the Central University of the East (UCE) in San Pedro de Macoris.