Dominicans in the U.S.
A Dominican-born man is among the 16 most-wanted labor fraud fugitives in the United States.
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Sources: Infobae y Diario Libre
Dominican Republic
Friday, November 6 will be a workday in the Dominican Republic, but the Constitution Day holiday is moving to Monday. Here is the new calendar.
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Source: Diario Libre
Celebrities
The cast of Soy Luna is already in the country to reunite with fans at a concert promising nostalgia and plenty of music.
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Source: El Dia.com.do
Celebrities
Dominican artist El Rey Tulile is back with a new merengue take on a romantic classic that, according to El Nacional, defined generations.
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Source: El Nacional — La voz de todos
Dominican Republic
Former Dominican President Leonel Fernández will spend three days in Santiago meeting with sector groups and opening two Fuerza del Pueblo offices.
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Sources: De Último Minuto y El Nuevo Diario
International
A Haitian woman living in the Dominican Republic says hundreds of young Haitians are ready to help address their country's crisis.
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Source: De Último Minuto
International
The Brewers claimed their first World Series championship with a 4-1 win over Tampa Bay in Game 5. Dominican reliever Abner Uribe was part of the championship bullpen.
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Source: Infobae
Dominicans in the U.S.
Eight candidates of Dominican origin are seeking office in the United States. One candidate could become the first Dominican-American woman in Congress.
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Source: Noticias SIN
International
Three stations on Mexico City's Line 12 stopped running overnight. When did they reopen?
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Sources: Revista Semana y MILENIO
Prices & Fuel
Sending money home or exchanging dollars today? The gap between providers can make a real difference. Here are today's numbers.
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Source: DivisasRD.com (tasas de cada banco y agente)
Dominicans in the U.S.
A former New York Police Department sergeant has been sentenced to up to 12 years in prison after driving drunk the wrong way and hitting a Dominican man's car head-on.
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Source: De Último Minuto
Dominican Republic
Families of the Jet Set nightclub collapse victims will hold a memorial Mass at the Primate Cathedral. Monsignor Tomás Morel Diplán will lead it.
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Source: De Último Minuto
Dominican Republic
A police raid in Capotillo leads to three arrests and seized drugs, as authorities search for an 18-year-old wanted by the courts.
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Sources: De Último Minuto y El Nuevo Diario
Dominicans in the U.S.
A Panamanian man wanted for child sexual abuse in Tennessee was caught in the Dominican Republic after traveling through several countries.
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Sources: De Último Minuto y El Nuevo Diario
Celebrities
Chayanne's daughter is set for a big TV debut: she will co-host the Latin GRAMMY Starry Night.
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Source: People en Español
Dominican Republic
Three new classrooms at UASD Azua will let more young people in the province take free English classes. Here is how the expansion will work.
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Source: De Último Minuto
Dominican Republic
The United States claimed 3×3 basketball gold at the IV USIP World Police Games in Santo Domingo. The Dominican National Police finished with silver.
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Source: Acento
Dominicans in the U.S.
Three candidates of Dominican descent are running for federal seats in New York, Colorado and New Jersey on November 3, in a vote that will decide control of Congress.
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Source: Diario Libre
Celebrities
A surprise dance between Karol G and Young Miko at an Orlando concert split social media and sparked new speculation about a possible romance.
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Source: De Último Minuto
Dominican Republic
A driver who rammed parked motorcycles on the 6 de Noviembre highway has been sentenced to three years in prison. Part of the term was suspended.
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Sources: El Nacional — La voz de todos, De Último Minuto y N Digital

International
Strikes and protests are planned across several European countries over the October 29–31, 2026 weekend. The U.S. Embassy issued alerts for its citizens.
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Sources: U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Italy (.gov), U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Germany (.gov), U.S. Embassy & Consulates in France (.gov) y U.S. Embassy and Consulates in the United Kingdom (.gov)
Dominicans in the U.S.
A Dominican permanent resident was arrested in New York, according to ICE, over alleged false statements in voter registration.
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Source: AlMomento.net
Dominicans in the U.S.
Democratic leader calls on Dominicans and Latinos in New York to vote in November and stay united against the federal immigration crackdown.
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Sources: El Nacional — La voz de todos y El Nuevo Diario
Celebrities
Dominican rapper Lil Naay takes the stage this Sunday, November 1, at the Coliseo Teo Cruz for his first major solo concert in the country.
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Source: El Nacional — La voz de todos
Prices & Fuel
Uruguay, Barbados and Cuba top the list of the most expensive fuel in the Americas. The Dominican Republic ranks in the top 10, above the Caribbean average.
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Source: Periódico elDinero

Dominican Republic
213 teachers completed a master's program in Inclusive Education, with projects reaching 150 schools across the Dominican Republic.
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Source: Inafocam
Dominican Republic
The Águilas Cibaeñas beat the Estrellas Orientales 5-2 in 11 innings. Two throwing errors by the catcher decided a game that stayed tight until the end.
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Source: De Último Minuto
International
Two helicopters collided in midair and crashed into a field near Portland. Three people died, and a major highway remains closed.
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Source: Diario Libre

International
A shipment of one million barrels of oil has arrived in Texas under a deal with Venezuela. Trump says it cost the American taxpayer nothing.
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Source: The White House (.gov)
Dominican Republic
Veteran actress and theater teacher Lucía Castillo has been chosen for the 2026 National Performing Arts Award after more than seven decades in the field.
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Source: Acento
Celebrities
Urban artist Nfasis has reacted to Químico Ultra Mega's diss track, calling it one of the least notable works of the artist's career.
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Source: El Nuevo Diario
Celebrities
The Association of Arts Chroniclers is teasing who will host the 2027 Soberano Awards, but hasn't revealed the faces yet.
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Source: De Último Minuto
Dominicans in the U.S.
Businesswoman Gigi Núñez served as international godmother of the Dominican parade in Newark, New Jersey, and received the torch for the 2027 edition.
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Source: AlMomento.net
International
San Juan Mayor Miguel Romero has written to the head of HSI demanding answers over this weekend's immigration raids in the city.
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Source: El Nuevo Día
Dominicans in the U.S.
U.S. authorities are looking for a Dominican man accused of collecting unemployment benefits with fake Social Security numbers during the pandemic.
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Source: Diario Libre
Celebrities
Dominican duo Martox has released "De Cero," a song about asking for a second chance in love, with an official music video.
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Sources: Listín Diario y El Dia.com.do
Celebrities
Dominican actress Laura Alcántara, with more than a decade on stage, says theater stopped being one option among many and became her only path.
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Source: N Digital
Dominican Republic
The Education Ministry is advancing AI tools in classrooms and has already certified more than 23,500 teachers in digital skills.
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Sources: Ministerio de Educación de la República Dominicana y El Nuevo Diario
Dominican Republic
The Dominican government has disbursed about RD$360 million to laid-off workers and pensioners of Falcondo after years of waiting.
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Sources: Ministerio de la Presidencia de la República Dominicana, Z Digital y De Último Minuto

Dominican Republic
Victor Atallah was sworn in as Public Health Minister, promising ethical management with equity and transparency.
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Source: En Salud Digital

International
Washington and Budapest seal two memorandums on energy and security. Here's what was signed and what comes next.
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Source: U.S. Department of State (.gov)
International
The U.S. Embassy unveiled "Train, Eat and Repeat," a campaign that pairs exercise and nutrition with American beef and pork.
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Source: Diario Libre
Celebrities
Dominican artist Donaty drops "Menéalo," his new dembow single built on double tempo, following the success of "Voy Pa Tarima.
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Source: Listín Diario
Dominican Republic
A truck crashed into five motorcycles on the 6 de Noviembre highway in an accident that killed five people. The driver was sentenced to three years in prison.
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Sources: Procuraduría General de la República Dominicana, AlMomento.net y Listin Diario
Dominican Republic
The DGII announced the new vehicle registration (marbete) charges and renewal window. Check how much you'll pay based on your vehicle's year.
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Source: DGII

International
The U.S. Justice Department has filed new charges for illegal voting in North Carolina, bringing the state's total to 30 people charged this year.
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Source: Department of Justice (.gov)

International
Vietnam becomes the 78th signatory to the Artemis Accords, with the U.S. ambassador to Vietnam attending the signing ceremony.
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Sources: NASA (.gov) y U.S. Department of State (.gov)

International
The U.S. tightens its grip on imports of robots and industrial machinery, citing national security. Here are the details.
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Source: The White House (.gov)
Celebrities
Merengue singer Miriam Cruz presented a new cream liqueur made in the Dominican Republic. The product will reach the national and international market.
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Source: Diario Libre
International
Two Dominican creators were chosen from 44 applicants to work in Paris for six months in 2027.
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Source: El Nacional — La voz de todos
Celebrities
The group that gave life to "merengue-beat" is back on stage, with DJ Sandy and DJ Sticky leading a new chapter.
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Source: El Nuevo Diario
Dominican Republic
The hacendados' association praised investment in the countryside and voiced confidence in rice trade negotiations. The details are in the story.
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Source: Acento

Dominican Republic
The Indomet forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds in several regions, with Greater Santo Domingo and six provinces under weather alert.
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Sources: Presidencia de la República Dominicana y Infobae

Dominican Republic
The Dominican Ministry of Sports held the groundbreaking for a new baseball stadium in Consuelo, San Pedro de Macorís. The project has been long awaited in the locality.
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Source: Presidencia de la República Dominicana

Dominican Republic
A senator has proposed a law to shield the Dominican rice sector and give producers more stability. Here is what the initiative includes.
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Sources: centralnoticias.gob.do y Hoy Digital

International
The U.S. government has arrested dozens of people accused of voting without being citizens. Some have criminal records.
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Sources: Homeland Security (.gov) y ICE | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)
International
An active law enforcement operation in Matamoros, Mexico, led the U.S. consulate to order its employees to shelter in place where they are.
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Source: U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Mexico (.gov)

International
The U.S. economy grew at its fastest pace in a year, driven by a surge in business investment. The White House credits President Trump's agenda.
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Source: The White House (.gov)
Celebrities
Dominican artist and producer La Yoli presents "La Yoli Vol.1," her first music production release, with which she aims to build a creative sound all her own.
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Source: Hoy Digital

Dominican Republic
The Dominican Health Service wants no newborn to go unregistered before the end of the year.
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Source: Presidencia de la República Dominicana

Dominican Republic
The government is building nine prisons at the same time, and two are finished. But Las Parras is still incomplete, and its costs have passed RD$2,000 million.
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Source: Presidencia de la República Dominicana

Dominican Republic
The new cruise terminal in Arroyo Barril opens November 24, with visitor targets already set for the coming years.
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Source: Presidencia de la República Dominicana
Dominicans in the U.S.
A Dominican artist has finished a mural more than 90 meters tall on a Bronx building. The work celebrates cultural diversity.
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Source: El Nuevo Diario
Prices & Fuel
The gap between exchange houses and banks is over a peso per dollar. Here's where to get the best deal before you convert.
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Source: DivisasRD.com (tasas de cada banco y agente)
Prices & Fuel
Official fuel prices are set for this week, covering gasoline, diesel, and cooking gas. Find out how much you will pay to fill the tank and buy gas for the kitchen.
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Source: Ministerio de Industria, Comercio y Mipymes (MICM)
Dominican Republic
Infotep says training and empathy are key to keeping staff and boosting company productivity.
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Source: Presidencia de la República Dominicana
Dominican Republic
A RD$105 million project aims to improve water supply in several Santiago neighborhoods. Find out which areas will benefit.
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Source: Presidencia de la República Dominicana
Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic's higher education ministry and its state pensions agency signed a deal that could open scholarships and AI training to public employees and their families.
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Source: Presidencia de la República Dominicana
Dominicans in the U.S.
A 71-minute documentary traces the Dominican cigar tradition through three families' stories. It opens in theaters across the country on October 29.
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Source: DGCINE
International
Washington and Helsinki sign two agreements to deepen cooperation on critical minerals and emerging technologies. The details are in Al Día RD.
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Sources: The White House (.gov) y U.S. Department of State (.gov)
Celebrities
Dominican comedian Juan Carlos Pichardo returns to the stage on the North Coast for a stand-up night this Saturday.
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Sources: Diario Libre y El Dia.com.do
Celebrities
The Mexican singer will be honored in Puerto Vallarta and will take the stage during the November 5 gala. Here's what led to the recognition.
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Sources: Billboard, El Nuevo Diario y Diario Libre
Dominican Republic
Dominican evangelical leaders want the vehicle registration tax hike reviewed. They warn it adds pressure to household budgets already strained by high prices.
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Sources: El Nacional — La voz de todos y Z Digital
Video Games
Nintendo's Indie World Showcase revealed a lineup of independent games for Switch 2 and Switch, and four free demos are already live.
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Source: Nintendo
International
Panama is offering to host possible dialogue between Washington and Havana amid the UN debate over the U.S. embargo on Cuba.
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Sources: De Último Minuto y EFE - Agencia de noticias
International
The Brewers won their first World Series championship, and the city is gearing up for a major celebration this Friday. Details on the route and an unusual move by local schools are below.
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Source: De Último Minuto
International
Former Vice President Kamala Harris called on voters to push back against what she describes as Trump's "tyranny," as the midterm campaign enters its final stretch.
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Source: De Último Minuto
Prices & Fuel
Authorities seized more than 6,000 gallons of diesel at an illegal fuel sales operation in Duarte province. Here is what was found.
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Source: De Último Minuto
Dominicans in the U.S.
Eight candidates of Dominican origin are seeking seats in the November 3 elections. One contender could become the first Dominican-American woman in Congress.
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Source: Diario Libre
Dominicans in the U.S.
A Fuerza del Pueblo leader in New York is demanding immediate resources so that thousands of Dominicans living overseas can renew their national ID cards on time.
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Source: AlMomento.net
International
A 42-year-old Brazilian lawmaker drove a social media mobilization that he says helped Lula close the gap in Brazil's presidential election.
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Sources: Clarin.com y The New York Times
International
They paid up to $440,000 to live aboard and circle the globe. A fuel price spike changed everything, forcing them off the ship in seven hours.
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Sources: Infobae y El Tiempo
Dominican Republic
Five Salvadoran combat helicopters are now at the Dominican border with Haiti, amid the search for four kidnapped soldiers.
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Source: Diario Libre
Dominican Republic
Vice President Raquel Peña spoke about jobs and technology investment at an innovation fair in Santo Domingo.
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Source: Diario Libre
Dominican Republic
Financing for the countryside topped RD$25 billion in 2025. What measures does the government's support for producers include?
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Sources: Presidencia de la República Dominicana y El Nuevo Diario
Prices & Fuel
Planning your Christmas dinner? The head of Pro Consumidor says chicken will be available and its price has remained stable.
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Source: Ensegundos.do
Video Games
Pokémon is releasing an edition that combines the base game with the additional Mega Dimension story, plus a gift to help players start their adventure.
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Source: Pokemon.com
Video Games
FromSoftware's PvPvE multiplayer game for Nintendo Switch 2 won't arrive in 2026. The studio has pushed it to 2027, even though the project is already in its final tuning stage.
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Sources: LEVELUP, Infobae y Vandal
Dominican Republic
The National Police reported that Welbin Ariel Castro Moreno, known as "El Guachi," died in an alleged exchange of gunfire with officers. He had been sought by the Dicrim over his alleged involvement in a robbery and was subject to an arrest warrant.
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Source: De Último Minuto