A new volcanic eruption in southwest Iceland has forced the evacuation of the Blue Lagoon spa and the small fishing town of Grindavik. The eruption, originating from a fissure near Sundhnuksgigar on the Reykjanes Peninsula, is the fifth in the area since December. The...
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Windows on Aruba Presents ‘Mesa Latina’
'Windows on Aruba,' located on the second floor of the clubhouse at Divi Village, has introduced its new menu for its 'Late Night Brunch' under an innovative concept called 'Mesa Latina.' Marketing Manager of Divi Resorts Aruba & The Links at Divi Aruba, Mrs....
Distinguishing Leadership from People: Understanding the Complexities of the Israel-Gaza Conflict
The conflict in Gaza has long been a focal point of international discourse, but the nuances often get lost in broad generalizations. Just as it is unjust to blame all Muslims for the actions of extremist groups like Hamas, ISIS, and Houthi militants, it is equally...
Investigation Reveals Israeli Airstrikes Killing 44 Civilians, Including 32 Children, in Gaza
In a stark revelation, a recent investigation by Amnesty International has shed light on the harrowing toll of Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, underscoring the devastating impact on civilian lives. The report exposes a distressing pattern of indiscriminate attacks, with...
Gaza – Israel War: Gaza Authorities Warn Residents as Israeli Forces Claim Control, Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
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Hamas Proposes Hostage Release for Ceasefire in Gaza
Gaza City – In a significant development in the ongoing Gaza conflict, Hamas has announced its readiness to release all hostages held in Gaza in exchange for Israel halting its military operations. The proposal, communicated to mediators on Thursday, outlines a...
Trump Convicted in Hush Money Case but Remains Eligible for 2024 Presidential Run
In an unprecedented verdict, a Manhattan jury convicted former President Donald Trump on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in connection with hush money payments made during his 2016 campaign. Despite this historic conviction, Trump remains eligible to...
Trump Convicted on All Counts in Hush Money Trial
In a landmark decision, a Manhattan jury has convicted former President Donald Trump on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in connection with hush money payments made to adult film star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 presidential campaign. The trial,...
Sudden Venue Change for Aruba’s Flip Flop Festival to Protect Local Wildlife
Aruba, May 29, 2024 – Respecting nature and our beaches has always been a pillar of Chill and Balashi Brewery’s sustainable efforts. This commitment was recently put to the test when a shoco owl’s nest was discovered on the grounds of the Bushiri Event Arena, the...
Jury in Trump’s Criminal Hush Money Trial Enters Deliberation Phase
New York, May 28, 2024 — The jury in former President Donald Trump’s criminal hush money trial was dismissed on Wednesday after deliberating for over four hours. The panel of 12 New Yorkers is set to resume deliberations at 9:30 a.m. ET on Thursday. During their...
Tragic Incident at Schiphol Airport: Ground Worker Sucked into Jet Engine
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Aruba’s Kibrahacha Tree: A Blooming Wonder
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Biden’s Response to Rafah Attack: A Balance of Condemnation and Support Raises Questions of Hypocrisy
Washington, D.C. — President Joe Biden recently addressed the deadly Israeli airstrike in Rafah that killed 45 civilians, a tragic event that has drawn international condemnation and raised questions about the U.S.'s stance on Israel's military actions. Despite...
Temperatures in Pakistan Soar Above 52 Degrees Celsius
In Pakistan’s southern province of Sindh, temperatures have surged above 52 degrees Celsius (125.6 degrees Fahrenheit), marking the highest reading of the summer. The Pakistan Meteorological Department reported that in Mohenjo Daro, an archaeological site of the Indus...
Mike Tyson ‘Doing Great’ After In-Flight Medical Incident
Famed boxer Mike Tyson, 57, experienced a medical issue during a flight from Miami to Los Angeles over the weekend but is now "doing great," according to his representatives. The incident occurred just minutes before the plane landed on Sunday. Tyson’s representatives...
Tensions Rise Between Netherlands and Aruba Over Financial Reforms
Oranjestad, Aruba (May 27, 2024) — The relationship between the Netherlands and Aruba has experienced tension recently, highlighted during the visit of Dutch State Secretary for Kingdom Relations, Alexandra van Huffelen. The discussions focused on the implementation...
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US Supreme Court to Rule on Mexico’s $10 Billion Lawsuit Against American Gun Manufacturers
The US Supreme Court announced on Friday that it will determine whether to block a $10 billion lawsuit filed by the Mexican government against several major American gun manufacturers and distributors. Mexico alleges that these companies, including Colt, Glock, Smith...
DEA Delays Reporting Torture by Latin American Allies, Watchdog Finds
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is under fire from a federal government watchdog for not reporting human rights abuses by its Latin American law enforcement partners in a timely manner. According to a memorandum from the Justice Department’s Office of...
Explosion Near Karachi Airport Kills Two, Injures Ten in Suspected Attack Targeting Chinese Nationals
Karachi, Pakistan – At least two people were killed, and ten others were injured in a massive explosion near Karachi’s international airport on Sunday night. The blast, which local authorities initially believed to be caused by an oil tanker explosion, has now been...
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Hurricane Milton, currently gathering strength in the Gulf of Mexico, is expected to intensify into a hurricane as it moves toward Florida. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has warned that Milton could become a major hurricane, threatening Florida's west coast just...