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President Luis Abinader is expected to address the nation on 27 February 2026. This would be his fifth time taking the podium to highlight the achievements and challenges of his administration. He first took office on 16 August 2020. As of the morning of 26 February, the Presidency had not confirmed the address and whether it will be from the forum of the National Congress. In the past, President Abinader has given the speech from outside the legislative house.
The address is televised on Channel 4 and a network of stations.
Friday, 27 February is a national holiday, marking Independence Day.
The Dominican government has announced that Santo Domingo will host the First International Forum on Rare Earth Elements on 27 May 2026 with a follow-up site visit to Dominican Republic’s Pedernales province, site of a large area with the critical minerals.
The event is significant because it represents a shift toward “responsible mining” and seeks to turn diplomatic interest into “concrete commitments for technological transfer”. The Ministry of Foreign Relations (Mirex) is acting as the central hub for this effort, bridging the gap between local mineral resources and international technical partners.
On 27 May 2026. The event will be held at the Convention Center of the Ministry of Foreign Relations (Mirex). Mirex is serving as the primary coordinator and venue for this strategic initiative.
On 28 May, the day following the symposium, international experts and...
For years, Haitians crossed the border to receive free medical services. The government looked the other way. International pressures urged lenience to relieve the humanitarian crisis in Haiti where medical services are collapsed. The increase in Haitian demand for free medical services was growing as the Haitian population continues to seek the free services. One of the areas in most demand by Haitians is for birthing services.
In April 2025, nevertheless, facing immense and unsustainable pressures on public health finances, the Dominican government instated new rules that restricted birthing of Haitians that could not prove legal residence in the Dominican Republic. Statistics today reveal this has resulted in a major relief on government finances and the quality of medical services for those living in the Dominican Republic.
The new migratory protocol in effect...
A troubling spike in diabetes diagnoses among children and adolescents has put the healthcare system in the Cibao region on high alert. At the Arturo Grullón Regional Children’s Hospital, the largest public hospital in Santiago city, medical staff report seeing up to 100 pediatric patients per month, a figure that underscores a growing public health crisis.
Dr. Lourdes Ruíz, coordinator of the hospital’s Endocrinology Department, describes the situation as a burgeoning pandemic. Experts attribute the rise to a combination of sedentary habits and poor nutrition.
Dominicans regularly consume a large amount of junk foods, a large amount of processed foods and fried foods. There is little awareness that these foods can be damaging.
Disordered eating is the primary factor in diabetes diagnoses among children and adolescents who, as adults, may...
A temporary 10% global tariff has been levied on Dominican exports as part of a 150-day surcharge under Section 122 of the United States Trade Act of 1974. This measure took effect at 12:01am EST on 24 February 2026. While the Trump Administration has signaled a possible increase to 15%, the current operative rate remains 10% for most non-exempt goods.
For the Dominican Republic, qualifying textile and apparel products imported under the DR-CAFTA agreement are specifically excluded from this new duty. However, other major Dominican exports, including medical devices and instruments (US$1.3 billion in exports in 2024), jewelry, and cigars that make up the larger portion of Dominican free zone exports, now face the 10% surcharge.
The United States is the Dominican Republic’s primary trading partner, absorbing over 53% of its total exports. Industry analysts warn that the new costs...
The Dominican Republic has been formally invited by the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) to participate in the 11th Summit of Heads of State and Government, scheduled to take place in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, from 27 to 29 March 2026.
The Dominican Republic has a long history of participating in the summits of the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS), formerly known as the ACP Group. As a member of the organization since 1992, the Dominican Republic has consistently sent high-level delegations to these meetings to coordinate development policies and trade agreements, particularly in relation to the European Union.The DR attended the 10th OACPS Summit held in Luanda, Angola, 2022 that focused on the transition from the Cotonou Agreement to the Samoa Agreement. The delegation highlighted the importance of climate...
Starting 1 March 2026, the annual legally-binding ban on the capture, processing, and commercialization of lobster and crab species officially takes effect, a critical conservation measure designed to safeguard the future of the region’s marine biodiversity.
The prohibition, which runs through 30 June 2026, is a coordinated regional effort to provide a window of safety for several key crustacean species during their peak reproductive season. In the Dominican Republic, the Dominican Council of Fisheries and Aquaculture (Codopesca) oversees the enforcement of this ban, aligning with international agreements like the OSP-02-09 regulation established by the Organization for Central American Fisheries and Aquaculture Sector (OSPESCA).
The effectiveness of the ban depends on consumer willingness to not order lobster and crab dishes in restaurants nor purchase these from...
Adriano Espaillat / De Ultimo Minuto
The City College of New York is the recipient of US$5.1 million in both Federal and State funding for projects supporting workforce development and the CCNY-based CUNY Dominican Studies Institute [DSI]. The funds are part of a record US$25 million in US Congressional Fiscal Year 2026 Appropriations to CUNY.
Of CCNY’s Federal allotment, US$3.1 million was procured by U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) for the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute.
Founded in 1992, CUNY DSI is the nation’s first university-based research institute devoted to the study of people of Dominican descent in the United States and other parts of the world.
“This support will lead to more community events at the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute at City College. I won’t stop fighting for the resources to...
Dolphins swimming in Dominican waters may well be suffering the consequence of thousands of e-waste trashed into the oceans. Almost every Dominican older than 16 years old has a cell phone, tablet or laptop. Almost every household as a TV. The mishandling of e-waste in garbage dumps is barely being tackled.
New research published in Environmental Science & Technology has identified a disturbing global trend in South China Sea waters that likewise could be the same in the Caribbean. Liquid Crystal Monomers (LCMs), the chemical components that make screens on smartphones, TVs, and laptops function, are accumulating in the tissues of endangered dolphins and porpoises.
Scientists from the City University of Hong Kong analyzed Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins and finless porpoises from the South China Sea. They discovered that these persistent pollutants are not just present in the animals’ blubber...
In a recent blow to Caribbean drug smuggling operations, Dominican authorities intercepted a vessel off the eastern coast of the Higüey municipality, seizing 42 packages of suspected cocaine near the popular tourist waters of Punta Cana.
The joint operation, mobilized by the National Drug Control Agency (DNCD) and the Dominican Navy, was launched following an active alert. Tactical teams deployed to the area discovered a 17-foot recreational boat named “Robalo,” bearing the registration number PR-2057-AA. The vessel, powered by a 150-horsepower motor, was found adrift off the coastline.
Upon boarding the vessel, authorities discovered the 42 vacuum-sealed packages directly on the boat’s deck. Agents also confiscated several pieces of evidence, including a Garmin-brand GPS device and several buckets. The seized packages have been sent under a strict chain of custody to the...
The Center for Emergency Operations (COE) on 25 February 2026 announced three provinces are in Red Alert, meaning definite threat of flooding and damage, and those in vulnerable areas should evacuate.
The cold front system that has moved south from the freezing North America has resulted in intense rains that have caused major damages in Espaillat province on the northeast, between Maria Trinidad Sanchez and Puerto Plata. Traffic was paralyzed from Gaspar Hernandez to Sosua and from Sosua to Rio San Juan and Cabrera, Listin Diario reports.
N Digital shares the information of major damages caused by the intense rains in Gaspar Hernández, Amado Beragua, Jamao al Norte and Sabaneta de Yásica.
Albert Pujols / El Nacional
Albert Pujols, the manager for the Dominican Republic’s 2026 World Baseball Classic team, recently detailed the strategic reasoning behind his starting pitching rotation. According to reports from El Nacional and other local media, the decision-making process was a collaborative effort involving pitching coach Wellington Cepeda and focused on “matchups” and the logistical constraints of a short tournament. The WBC is set for 5 to 17 March 2026.
Japan has won in 2006, 2009 and 2023. The DR (2013) and the United States (2017) both own up to one victory. The three teams are considered the strongest contenders in the WBC.
The Dominican Republic is playing Group D against Nicaragua, The Netherlands, Israel and Venezuela, with games in Miami, Florida where the finals will eventually take place. In the previous series in 2023, the DR did not move to the finals...
Team Dominican Republic will host a two-game exhibition series against the Detroit Tigers at Santo Domingo’s Estadio Quisqueya Juan Marichal.
The matchups will take place on 3 and 4 March 2026 at the Estadio Quisqueya Juan Marichal in Santo Domingo, marking the first time the Dominican national squad has hosted a Major League Baseball (MLB) club on home soil.
The series serves a dual purpose: providing a final tune-up for the Dominican “Dream Team” before they head to Miami for Pool D play and acting as a memorial event. The games are dedicated to the victims of the 8 April 2025, tragedy at the Jet Set nightclub; as part of the initiative, MLB and promoter UEPA will make donations to the Dominican Red Cross.
The matchups:Game 1: Tuesday, 3 March at 6pm (Local/AST).
Game 2: Wednesday, 4 March at 3pm (Local/AST).
Roster highlightsManager Albert Pujols will have a...
The Dominican Republic’s senior men’s basketball team faces the United States Thursday, 26 February 2026 at 11:10pm at the Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, California, USA. Playing in Group A of the FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers, the DR (1-1) is aiming for its fifth consecutive World Cup appearance.
The Dominican team is led by Argentine head coach Néstor “Che” García, who arrived on 18 February, to lead an intensive three-session training camp.
Roster adjustments and absences
Team general manager Junior Páez indicated the final 12-man roster would be announced 24 hours before tip-off. A major storyline is the return of Jassel Pérez following meetings between team management and his family.
However, the team is missing key guards. Andrés Féliz (Real Madrid) and Jean Montero (Valencia) are unavailable due to Euroleague commitments, while Chris Duarte opted to rest after an...
President Luis Abinader led the official opening to the general public of Line 2C of the Santo Domingo Metro, an initiative designed to enhance urban mobility and alleviate congestion on the Duarte Highway. The line spans 7.3 kilometers from the María Montez station to the Pablo Adón Guzmán station at the entrance of Los Alcarrizos, benefiting over one million residents.
Line 2C has five stops, a 6.5-kilometer marginal road parallel to the Duarte Highway, and a 940-meter tunnel. The official press release did not reveal the total cost of the project.
“Today, Los Alcarrizos is definitively connected to the heart of the city,” President Abinader declared. “This is not just an infrastructure project; it is a concrete response to a real need. It is a clear sign that when the State listens, plans, and perseveres, it can transform the lives of its people.”...
A synchronisation fault at a key coal-fired plant led to a nationwide outage after frequency plunged to 56 Hz, exposing once again the operational fragility of the country’s isolated power system, Strategic Energy website reports in its analysis of the Monday 23 February national blackout.
The Dominican Republic’s National Interconnected Electricity System (SENI) collapsed on that Monday morning after the abrupt loss of generation at strategic thermal power plants. According to official records from the grid operator, system frequency fell to 56 Hz following a sharp drop in power injected into the grid, resulting in a nationwide blackout.
Preliminary reports linked the event to a failure in the synchronisation system at the Punta Catalina power station, one of the country’s largest coal-fired plants. Technical sources confirmed that the plant’s synchronisation equipment...
In a ceremony held at the Presidential Palace, President Luis Abinader formally swore in the management committee for the San Juan de la Maguana Botanical Garden, a project the administration has designated as a matter of “high public interest.” The initiative, established under Decree 38-26, is framed as a cornerstone for the province’s environmental conservation and scientific education.
The newly formed committee, headed by the Bishop of the Diocese of San Juan, Monsignor Tomás Alejo Concepción, includes top-tier officials such as the Minister of Environment, the Governor of San Juan, and the Mayor of San Juan de la Maguana. In his remarks, Bishop Alejo Concepción hailed the project as a “historic milestone” and an “act of justice” for the southern region, emphasizing its potential to strengthen the local academic and social landscape.
However, the...
The Emergency Operations Center (COE) has placed 10 provinces under alert due to the arrival of a nearly stationary frontal system located north of the country and moving here from The Bahamas. This system is bringing increased cloud cover, moderate to locally heavy rainfall, and cool temperatures typical of winter cold fronts in the region.
The following provinces are currently under alert:• Yellow Alert (Montecristi, Puerto Plata, Santiago, Espaillat, Maria Trinidad Sanchez, Hermanas Mirabal). These areas are on high readiness due to the increased probability of intense downpours and potential urban flooding.• Green Alert (Santiago Rodriguez, Valverde, Duarte, La Vega): These areas are under caution for expected moderate rainfall and potential river overflows.
The active cold front is significantly lowering temperatures, particularly in mountainous regions like Constanza and...
The Banreservas Cultural Center has officially announced its Fifth Theater Season, a month-long celebration of Dominican performing arts dedicated this year to the illustrious actor, director, and playwright Giovanny Cruz. Running from 7 to 29 March 2026, the festival will feature eight diverse productions across three venues in the cities of Santo Domingo and Santiago.
The season, conceived by artistic director Guillermo Cordero, aims to strengthen the national theater circuit by providing a platform for independent companies and fostering new audiences. This year’s selection spans contemporary drama, historical narratives, psychological monologues, and family-oriented performances.
The schedule
Sala Ravelo, Eduardo Brito National Theater (Santo Domingo)These evening performances highlight seasoned talent and introspective themes:• La...
The local cyclist Danielky Cedeño, representing Team La Romana, won the first stage of the 47th Vuelta Ciclística Independencia Nacional. Twenty-four teams (11 national and 13 international) are participating.
The stages of the race cover 836 km throughout levelled and mountainous and urban lands from 24 February to 1 March 2026.
Cedeño, a native of La Romana, achieved the victory “at home” by finishing the 117-kilometer route from Santo Domingo to La Romana with a time of 2:13:58. He beat out Joseph Ramírez (Verrazano-Santiago) and James Schurman (City Bikes Miami) in a competitive finish. The stage covered Santo Domingo, San Pedro de Macorís, and concluded in La Romana.
The stages:
Santo Domingo-San Pedro de Macorís-La Romana (117 km)Santo Domingo-Baní, Circunvalación, Santo Domingo (153 km)Santo Domingo-Rancho Arriba, San José de Ocoa (158 km)Circuito...
The expansion of the Santo Domingo Metro to Los Alcarrizos is a significant milestone for the city’s transit system. The 7.3-kilometer extension connects the María Montez station in Km. 9 of the Duarte Highway to the new Los Alcarrizos terminal, further to the north, featuring five new elevated stations. This project aims to significantly reduce commute times and enhance mobility for over 1,000,000 residents in the western metropolitan area.
The 2C line connects the Metro 2 Line at the Los Alcarrizos Terminal connects to the Los Alcarrizos Skylift.
Subway trains are programmed to stop ever four minutes. The 2C line has five stops at Estacion Pablo Andon Guzman (Los Alcarrizos), Estación 27 de Febrero (Prolongacion 27 de Febrero), Estacion Pedro Martinez (Manoguayabo), Estadio Freddy Gaton Arce (Km. 14, Autopista Duarte), Estación Franklin Mieses Burgos (Avenida Monumental)...
On Monday, 23 February 2026, around 10:50am, a major failure in the National Interconnected Electric System (SENI) caused a massive blackout across the Dominican Republic, heavily impacting Greater Santo Domingo and several other provinces. The government said most power would be resumed by midnight.
The national blackout is the second in four months. The previous was in 11 November 2025.
According to official reports from the Dominican Electricity Transmission Company (ETED) and the Ministry of Energy and Mines, the blackout was triggered by a technical failure on the 138 kV Hainamosa–Villa Duarte transmission line. Specifically, the incident involved the explosion of a circuit breaker at the Hainamosa substation around 10:50am.
The technical failure was exacerbated when the system’s protection mechanisms, including the busbar differential protection, failed to activate. This...
The Hatillo Dam (Presa de Hatillo) in the Dominican Republic is currently facing a severe environmental crisis characterized by an unusual green coloration and high levels of toxicity. Based on the reports and scientific investigations from February 2026, here is a summary of the situation regarding the dam, the pollution, and the role of mining.
Nairobi Viloria for Te Lo Explico looked into the “green water” phenomenon impacting the Hatillo Dam. What is known is that the dam’s water has turned a bright, oily green. Investigative reports by journalist Nairobi Viloria and various scientific institutes (UASD and private laboratories) have identified the primary cause as eutrophication, a process where excess nutrients trigger a massive “bloom” of algae and cyanobacteria. The study reveals a cyanobacteria called Microcystis is dominant. It creates an oily, green layer on...
According to the Dominican Institute of Meteorology (Indomet), a cold front and an associated trough are currently impacting the Dominican Republic.
The cold front, currently located over the eastern portion of Cuba, is moving toward the south/southeast and interacting with a trough over the Dominican Republic. This combination is expected to produce significant cloud cover and varying intensities of rainfall across much of the country.
The Weather Institute says moderate to heavy showers, isolated thunderstorms, and occasional wind gusts can be expected. These conditions will be most prominent in the northern, northeastern, and southeastern regions, as well as the Cordillera Central and the border area.
A noticeable drop in temperatures is expected, particularly during the night and early morning hours. This cooling trend is being driven by the arrival of a fresh...
Karl-Anthony Towns is solidifying his status as one of the elite players in the NBA this season. The Dominican national team star currently now leads the entire NBA league with 39 double-doubles during the 2025-2026 campaign.
As he works to bring an NBA championship back to New York for the first time in over half a century, Towns has distinguished himself as one of only five players currently averaging at least 20 points and 10 rebounds per game. This dominant performance makes him a lock for All-NBA honors at the conclusion of the season.
In the race for double-doubles, Towns holds a slim lead over Jalen Johnson of the Hawks (38) and Nikola Jokic of the Nuggets (36). His season highlights include a massive 40-point, 13-rebound performance against Minnesota and an 18-rebound game against the Charlotte Hornets.
US sports media is keeping close tabs on Towns. As reported...
As the sun sets over the turquoise waters of Juanillo Beach, the rhythmic “thwack” of tennis balls is set to replace the gentle lapping of waves in Cap Cana in southern Punta Cana. The second edition of the República Dominicana Open – Copa Cap Cana is returning from 9 to 15 March 2026, solidifying this Caribbean “destination city” as a premier stop on the professional tennis circuit.
In making the announcement, Minister of Tourism David Collado highlighted the event is part of the country’s diversification of tourism. Sports tourism is a growing segment for the Dominican tourism industry. The country has invested heavily in prime sports facilities that together with abundant and good quality accommodation and some of the best air connections in the world puts the Dominican Republic on the sports map as a choice location for sports events.
The Copa Cap Cana is not...
The Dominican Republic solidified its status as a global powerhouse in the tobacco industry last year, reaching 142 countries worldwide and generating record-breaking export revenues.
According to the National Tobacco Institute (Intabaco), the sector saw a significant financial uptick in 2025. Exports of tobacco and its derivatives rose by US$19 million (approximately RD$1.18 billion), marking a 1.4% increase over the previous year. Total export value climbed from US$1.34 billion in 2024 to a staggering US$1.36 billion in 2025. As reported, in 2025, 287 export firms shipped the cigars abroad, with 11 distinct categories of tobacco and derivatives currently exported.
The booming tobacco industry is also an opportunity for cigar lovers to visit where the cigars to see the entire production process, from the sorting of raw leaves to the final hand-rolling and packaging...
The major snowstorm impacting the northeastern coast of the United States has resulted in cancellations of flights impacting travel plans of thousands. The storm has resulted in thousands of no shows for accommodations.
On the positive side for many, the snowstorm has also forcibly extended the stays of thousands of visitors who were caught in the Dominican Republic and were impeded to take their flights back as originally scheduled.
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The Dominican Association of Hotels and Tourism (Asonahores) has officially announced the dates for the Dominican Annual Tourism Exchange (DATE) 2026. The Barcelo Bavaro Convention Center will host the event from 22 to 24 April 2026.
DATE is the most important national tourism event of the year. The tourism exchange brings together all of the actors in the Dominican tourism ecosystem: tour operators, hotels, spas, boutique hotels, transportation services, translation services, and publications.
As the country’s leading B2B tourism marketplace, it connects international travel agents and tour operators with local hotels, receptive operators, and tourism service providers.
The 26th edition is expected to be a major catalyst for investment, following a 2025 event that saw over 8,000 business appointments. It serves as the primary “global showcase” for the Dominican Republic’s tourism identity...
27 February 2026 is a national holiday, marking Independence Day in the Dominican Republic. Because it falls on a Friday, it makes for a long weekend this year.
Those heading for beach, inner cities and mountain areas from the main cities, should take note and avoid peak hours leaving the city on the previous Thursday in the afternoon. Likewise, commuters are recommended to return early on Sunday, to avoid similar bottlenecks of people returning to the main cities.
The next two long weekends are those produced by the Good Friday holiday that falls on 3 April and the Friday, 1 May Labor Day holiday.
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The announcement that Google is going to invest US$500 million in a project in the Dominican Republic made headlines all across every newspaper and social platform in the country over the weekend. The announcement strengthened the country’s positioning as a connectivity bridge between North, Central and South America. The DR already has excellent air and maritime connections.
Abinader signed Decree 113-26 declaring digital infrastructure a national priority and streamlining permitting for subsea cable systems. The government’s pitch is geographic: the Dominican Republic sits at the junction of data flows between North, Central and South America, a natural routing point that has been underserved by existing infrastructure.
The new digital exchange hub and subsea cable ring in the Dominican Republic is Google’s first such facility outside the United States, first in...
President Luis Abinader, alongside the director of the Water and Sewerage Corporation of Santo Domingo (CAASD), Felipe “Fellito” Suberví, officially put into service the historic expansion of the Barrera de Salinidad Oriental Aqueduct on Sunday, 22 February 2026. The project, now the largest pumping aqueduct in the Dominican Republic, is set to deliver over 136 million gallons of drinking water daily, directly impacting nearly two million residents in Santo Domingo East and Santo Domingo North.
The expansion represents a critical milestone for the capital’s water security, addressing decades of service instability. According to official reports, the facility’s production has been boosted to six cubic meters per second, a significant leap intended to guarantee a steady supply for the next 20 years.
A legacy project revitalizedWhile the current...
Rafael Salazar Rodríguez / El Día
Rafael Salazar Rodriguez, the head of the Dominican Hydro-Electric Company (EGEHID), told interviewers of El Matinal on Channel 5 that studies are underway for the construction and implementation of desalination plants in the province of La Altagracia due to the high demand for drinking water in the tourist areas along that coastline. He said that there are some short-term projects under study for the tourist areas. He said that such projects are certainly feasible in areas such as Bavaro and Punta Cana.
The major issues surrounding desalination of ocean water are costs and brine (salmuera), the end product after desalination. As a possible solution for the first of these issues, Salazar Rodriguez said that wind and wave energy processes were being studied to reduce the costs of desalination. He did not mention the issues regarding the brine, which...
The Ministry of Environment of the Dominican Republic has officially transitioned toward a “smart ministry” model, according to its 2025-2026 performance report. A release from the Presidency, explains that under the leadership of Minister Paíno Henríquez, the Presidency reports that the agency has successfully merged aggressive conservation tactics with technological modernization to balance environmental protection with national economic development. Paino Henriquez has been minister since August 2024. Previously, he was a corporate lawyer.
Conservation and reforestation milestonesOn the conservation front, the ministry achieved record-breaking figures by planting 20.2 million trees, covering approximately 365,000 tareas (628.86 square meters) across the country. These efforts were bolstered by a 67% reduction in land affected by forest fires, a success attributed to the...
The Abinader administration announced the purchase of four Tejo-class coastal patrol vessels for the Dominican Navy. The equipment is promoted as essential to the patrolling of Dominican waters. The Dominican Republic is located in the center of the Caribbean a geographic position that makes it especially vulnerable to maritime crime and those who seek to use the country as a transshipment point.
President Luis Abinader has justified the acquisition as part of broader national security spending increases driven by external factors, including regional drug trafficking routes and cross-border criminal activity. The vessels will strengthen Dominican maritime security and counter drug trafficking operations in the Caribbean.
The Ministry of Defense is making the purchase for €24,000,000, or an individual price of six million euros. The purchase was reportedly...
In an effort to get an early start into the 2028 presidential election, the Dominican Liberation Party (PLD), led by former President Danilo Medina, officially approved eight pre-candidates. During a meeting of the Central Committee on Sunday, 22 February 2026, it was established that the definitive candidate will be selected during the last quarter of 2026. The Dominican electoral law establishes that the presidential pre campaign for securing the party nominations opens 5 July 2027.
The official list of the eight approved pre-candidates includes Francisco Javier García, Francisco Domínguez Brito, and Charles Mariotti, who had previously expressed their interest. They are joined by Gonzalo Castillo, Ramón Ventura Camejo, Luis de León, Manfred Mata, and Mario Bruno Gonzales.
PLD Party vice president Ariel Jimenez and 2024 presidential candidate Abel...
In ten days, 5 March 2026, the World Baseball Classic will begin, matching 20 national teams, in four pools, to deliver a world champion for 2026. The teams will play in stadiums in Tokyo, San Juan, Houston, and Miami.
According to the experts, the Dominican team is a powerhouse and certainly a favorite to dispute the crown against the likes of Japan with Shohei Ohtani, and the United States with American League MVP Aaron Judge and Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes.
Listin Diario reports on those who are seeing similarities between Team DR and the famous 1927 New York Yankees that were led by Babe Ruth, and Lou Gehrig. Local sportswriters are comparing the 2026 team to the Yankee’s famous “Murderer’s Row” of Earle Combs, Mark Koenig, Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Bob Meusel and Tony Lazzeri.
It’s that Team DR has Juan Soto, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado, Julio...
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