Dominican Republic
جمهوری دومینیکن
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View Timeline →Dominican Republic Prohibits Haiti from Stadiums After Violent Football Clashes
The Dominican Republic has banned Haiti from using its stadiums following violent clashes between football fans during a CONCACAF Nations League match in Santo Domingo.…
New click beetle species named after Indigenous Arawak people of the Dominican Republic
A new species of click beetle has been identified in the Dominican Republic and named after the Indigenous Arawak people. This discovery highlights biodiversity in…
Venezuela and Dominican Republic Agree to Restore Diplomatic Relations
Venezuela and the Dominican Republic have agreed to a plan to restore diplomatic relations that were severed following a disputed vote in 2024. This development…
Fire Breaks Out at Dominican Republic Beach Resort
A fire broke out at a beach resort in the Dominican Republic, causing significant damage and prompting emergency responses. While the incident primarily affects the…
Texas-Bound Private Jet Crashes During Emergency Landing in Dominican Republic
A Texas-bound private jet crashed during an emergency landing in the Dominican Republic. The incident involves a private aircraft, but there are no direct implications…
Roof Collapse of a Nightclub in the Dominican Republic Leaves at Least 113 Dead
A tragic roof collapse at the 'Jet Set' nightclub in the Dominican Republic has resulted in at least 113 fatalities and 155 injuries during a…
Seizure of Another Venezuelan Government Plane Under U.S. Secretary of State's Supervision
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio oversaw the seizure of a second Venezuelan government plane, reinforcing a hardline stance against Maduro's regime amid ongoing diplomatic…
Decoding the Nationality of Christopher Columbus; the Discoverer of America was a Western European Jew
Spanish scientists have determined that Christopher Columbus was a Sephardic Jew from Western Europe through DNA testing, resolving a long-standing debate about his origins. This…
Death of a Turkish-American Woman in West Bank Settler Protests; U.S. Government Expresses Regret
A Turkish-American woman was killed during protests by Israeli settlers in the West Bank, prompting U.S. officials to express regret and call for an investigation.…
New Secretary General of the Democratic Party of the United States Elected
Tom Perez has been elected as the new Secretary General of the Democratic Party, defeating Keith Ellison. Both candidates have called for unity within the…
Hurricane Matthew Approaches the U.S.; Obama Declares State of Emergency in Florida
Hurricane Matthew has caused significant destruction in Haiti, leading to at least 339 fatalities. In response, President Obama declared a state of emergency in Florida…
Hurricane Matthew Leaves 26 Dead; Warning to Residents of East Florida
Hurricane Matthew has caused significant destruction in the Caribbean, resulting in 26 deaths, and has prompted mass evacuations in Florida as it approaches the state.…
Ban Ki-moon: Any Form of Violence Against Women Must Be Punished
On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon emphasized the need to unite against violence towards women and…
Pope Apologizes for 'Crimes' of the Church Against Indigenous Peoples of the Americas
Pope Francis apologized for the Catholic Church's historical crimes against indigenous peoples during his visit to Bolivia, emphasizing the need for forgiveness and acknowledging past…
One Week After the Storm and Flood in Haiti, Southern Regions Remain at Risk
A week after devastating storms and floods in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, rescue efforts continue as southern Haiti remains at risk of further flooding…
Floods, Landslides, and Earthquake at the Borders of Haiti and the Dominican Republic - 2004-05-30
Severe flooding and landslides in Haiti and the Dominican Republic have led to the deaths of 1,000 people, with international rescuers and soldiers providing aid.…
Floods in Haiti and the Dominican Republic Have Resulted in at Least 871 Deaths
Severe floods in Haiti and the Dominican Republic have resulted in at least 871 fatalities, with search teams working to find victims. The World Food…
The U.S. Hopes El Salvador and the Netherlands Will Keep Their Troops in Iraq After June 30
The U.S. is seeking to retain the military presence of El Salvador and the Netherlands in Iraq beyond June 30, following announcements of troop withdrawals…
Italy Reaffirms Commitment to Keeping Troops in Iraq
Italy has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining its military presence in Iraq, while Poland is reconsidering its involvement amidst troop withdrawals from other nations like…
President Jean-Bertrand Aristide Leaves Haiti - 2004-02-29
President Jean-Bertrand Aristide has left Haiti amid armed uprising and international pressure to resign. He is reportedly heading to the Dominican Republic and seeking asylum…