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The Dominican Republic has concluded 2025 with a significant public health milestone, reporting zero deaths from dengue fever and a historic reduction in cases, according to the Ministry of Public Health. For the first time in a full calendar year, the country recorded no fatalities associated with the mosquito-borne illness, positioning the Caribbean nation as …

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The Dominican National Congress approved nine loan agreements requested by the administration of President Luis Abinader throughout 2025, authorizing more than US$1.43 billion in new sovereign debt, Diario Libre reported in a recap of the allocation of the funds. According to contracts reviewed by both legislative chambers, the funds are earmarked for budget support, public …

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The Ministry of Culture officially inaugurated the “Berklee in Santo Domingo 2026” international academic program on Monday, 5 January 2026. The initiative has gathered nearly 200 young musicians from across the Dominican Republic for a week of intensive training at the National Conservatory of Music, the Eduardo Brito National Theater, and various other cultural venues. …

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The woman, Alicia Santo Diaz, 54, who authored and performed an “altered” version of the Dominican National Anthem, was arrested upon arrival at the Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) late last week. Accused of “insulting” the anthem, Santo Diaz was later remanded to house arrest. Her arrest came at the behest of a judicial order …

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A state of weather alert was in effect since early Monday, 5 January 2026 in Puerto Plata city following intense rainfall. The deluge, which started in the pre-dawn hours, left major thoroughfares completely flooded. Heavily affected areas included the Malecón, Avenida Luis Ginebra, the Avenida Colón and the connector road between the city’s two ports. …

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The Toros del Este (La Romana) defeated the Leones del Escogido (Santo Domingo) on 5 January 2026 to force a tie for first place of the Dominican Professional Winter Baseball League Championship. The win was the Toros’ third consecutive victory and their fifth in six games, allowing them to pull even with the Leones at …

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Best wishes to all from the DR1 team after a very intense 2025. DR1 News is taking off the New Year festivities, with an extended break. In the hope that no news is good news, DR1 staff will be off to share quality time with family and friends. The news for Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, …

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President Luis Abinader and First Lady Raquel Arbaje addressed the Dominican nation with an emotional Christmas message, highlighting the importance of unity, solidarity, and the fundamental values that guide the country, while also warning against the dangers of ambition and an excessive love for wealth. In a video broadcast, the President reflected on the true …

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The Dominican Weather Institute (Indomet) forecasts excellent weather conditions for outdoor activities as the country approaches the New Year celebrations, with a high-pressure system dominating the local forecast. According to Indomet, the atmosphere is currently characterized by low humidity, favoring mostly sunny skies and scarce rainfall across the majority of the national territory. The overall …

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A feature in Hoy newspaper on 28 December 2025 explains the white phenomenon that coats the Valle Nuevo, the mountain plateau that sits between 2,200 and 2,400 meters above sea level in central La Vega province. The area’s highest peak, Alto de la Bandera, reaches an elevation of 2,842 meters. The area is frequented by …

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