The U.S. State Department on Tuesday issued a travel advisory for U.S. citizens traveling to the Dominican Republic due to a recent increase in sexual assaults and violent crime. A yellow-colored, level two advisory was issued for travelers going to the Caribbean tourist hotspot that they should “exercise increased caution,” according to the bulletin. “Violent…
US Embassy Warns ‘Darker Skinned’ Americans About Deportations From Dominican Republic
The U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic issued a warning to “darker skinned” American citizens due to the island country’s immigration policies amid its attempts to curb illegal immigration from Haiti. In a bulletin this week, the Embassy wrote that “in recent months travelers to the Dominican Republic have reported being delayed, detained, or subject…
Dominican Republic Cracks Down at Border Amid Haiti Chaos
HAVANA—As a mass number of migrants flee Haiti, the Dominican Republic—its island neighbor—has responded with stronger border policies and a military buildup the government claims will “guarantee border security.” On Sunday, Dominican President Luis Abinader announced the country’s biggest purchase of military gear since 1961–six helicopters, ten aircraft, 21 armored vehicles, and four anti-riot trucks….
Hurricane Fiona Dumps More Rain on Puerto Rico; Troops Rescue Hundreds
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico—Hurricane Fiona unleashed more rain on Puerto Rico on Monday, a day after the storm knocked out power and water to most of the island, and National Guard troops rescued hundreds of people who got stranded. The governor warned that it could take days to get the lights back on. The blow…
Hurricane Fiona Slams Dominican Republic After Pounding Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico—Hurricane Fiona roared over the Dominican Republic on Monday, a day after knocking out power to all of Puerto Rico and causing damage the governor described as “catastrophic.” Many people were also left without water service. The blow from Fiona was made more devastating because Puerto Rico has yet to recover from…
Los Angeles Angels Sued by Pair of Dominican Prospects
A pair of baseball prospects in the Dominican Republic have filed suit against the Los Angeles Angels for not honoring verbal contract agreements, ESPN reported Sept. 8. According to the report, arguments were made Aug. 31 in a Dominican court after the Angels were alleged to have backed out of deals with Willy Fanas and…
So Much to Do in the Dominican Republic
People often picture the Caribbean island of the Dominican Republic as a place of golden sand beaches and inviting all-inclusive resorts. While there are many such settings, I had other things in mind during my visit. I was intrigued by a lengthy choice of activities that provided opportunities to explore the largely unspoiled countryside, interact…
Dominican Republic: Outdoor Adventure on a Grand Scale
By Fyllis Hockman First things first: No waterslide at any water park will ever be the same again — not after cascading down real waterfalls in the Dominican Republic. The waterfall escapade billed as 27 Waterfalls is actually more like 12 waterfalls flowing into 27 pools, and it’s only one of a multitude of outdoor…
International Support for Miners Rescue Was ‘Heartwarming,’ Says Company President
The recent successful rescue of two miners trapped in a mine in the Dominican Republic for more than a week was made possible thanks to support from the international community including direct assistance from the Royal Canadian Air Force, according to the president of the company at the centre of the incident. Paul Marinko, head…
Two Miners Trapped in Dominican Republic Rescued With Help From Canada
Defence Minister Anita Anand says two miners who were trapped in an underground mine for 10 days in the Dominican Republic have been rescued with the help of Canada. In a tweet on Tuesday, Anand said the Royal Canadian Air Force transported mining equipment to Santo Domingo following a request for assistance from the Dominican…
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