Dolores Vicioso – Page 15

The National Institute of Transit and Land Transportation (Intrant) has announced it will be enforcing the newly released Technical Regulation on the Approved Standard for Personal Protective Helmets. The measure, which is now mandatory nationwide, dictates the specific type of safety-certified helmet that must be used by both motorcycle riders and passengers across the country. …

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The Corripio Foundation presented the Corripio Foundational Awards 2025, an annual event recognizing and honoring individuals and institutions for their significant contributions to the cultural and social development of the Dominican Republic. The ceremony, held in the Carlos Piantini Hall of the Eduardo Brito National Theater, recognized four distinguished individuals and one non-profit institution dedicated …

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The General Archives of the Nation (AGN), responsible for safeguarding millions of folios, images, and documents that form a principal part of the nation’s historical memory, is hosting the 12th Edition of the Dominican History Book Fair at the National Archives Building at #2 General Modesto Díaz Street in the Zona Universitaria, a short distance …

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Costume Arts RD, a collective of local artists and designers, is captivating audiences at Quinta Dominica on Padre Billini Street in the Colonial City with a sweeping exhibition dedicated to the history of dress, spanning from ancient Egypt to the 19th Century. The exhibition is open to the public from Tuesday to Friday, 9am to …

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The Dominican Republic is celebrating its newest millionaire after Alinson Rolando Dipré, a young port worker, officially claimed the staggering RD$222 million grand prize from the Leidsa Loto and Loto Más draw. The country’s leading lottery company, Leidsa, formally introduced Dipré, who now holds the distinction of being the 493rd millionaire in the company’s history. …

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The Dominican Republic is rapidly consolidating its position as the regional leader in the manufacturing of medical devices, and electrical and electronic products, attracting major global corporations, President Luis Abinader highlighted during his presentation to the nation on 17 November 2025. Speaking during his weekly press engagement, “LA Semanal con la Prensa,” the head of …

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The Central Bank reveals that remittance flows from abroad reached US$9.878.4 million between January and October 2025. There has been a substantial increase of US$966.8 million (10.8%) compared to the same period the previous year. The robust performance strongly suggests the nation will easily surpass the estimated US$11.7 billion in remittances projected for the end …

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The statutes of the National Police call for a maximum of two years in the position of director general. The current director, Major General Ramon Antonio Guzman Peralta was named in November 2023. At the time, he replaced General Eduardo Alberto Then who had been named in November 2023 to the position. Previously, General Edward …

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Modern Revolutionary Party (PRM) deputy for La Romana, Jacqueline Fernández reportedly served divorce papers on her husband, Esteffani José (Ethian) Vásquez Amarante, shortly after it became public knowledge that he is wanted by the United States on drug trafficking charges. The move would distance herself from her spouse as he faces the possibility of extradition. …

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An October 2025 CUNY Latino Data Project Report indicates the Dominican population in New York City has declined by nearly 13% since 2021 as Dominicans migrate to other states. In 1980 about 50% of all Dominicans living in New York City resided in Manhattan, mainly Washington Heights. Gradually, there was movement to the Bronx and …

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