Mexico has severed diplomatic relations with Ecuador after an unprecedented move by Ecuadorian police to raid the Mexican embassy in Quito. The raid aimed to arrest former Ecuadorian Vice President Jorge Glas, who had sought asylum within the embassy's premises. The...
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Mexico Cuts Ties with Ecuador After Embassy Raid
Southwest Boeing 737 Loses Engine Cover During Takeoff
A Boeing 737-800 operated by Southwest Airlines experienced a harrowing incident during takeoff from Denver International Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that the aircraft lost an engine cover, resulting in a flap being torn from the wing....
Royal Aruba Aloe Initiates Voluntary Recall for Certain Products
In response to recent regulatory changes and in an effort to uphold product quality and safety standards, Royal Aruba Aloe has announced a voluntary recall of specific products within the American market. The recall aims to remove a particular element from their...
Taylor Swift Solidifies Billionaire Status on Latest Forbes List
New York, NY - April 6, 2024 - Pop superstar Taylor Swift continues to rewrite the record books, this time securing her place among the world's elite. According to the recently released 2024 Forbes World's Billionaires List, Swift has officially joined the ranks of...
International Outcry as Israeli Defense Admits Grave Error in Humanitarian Aid Attack
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have come under intense scrutiny following their admission of a serious error in a drone strike targeting a humanitarian aid convoy in Gaza. The attack, intended to dismantle Hamas weapon operations, tragically resulted in the deaths...
Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Rocks New York City and Surrounding Areas
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake rattled the northeastern United States, with its epicenter near Lebanon, New Jersey, approximately 45 miles west of New York City. The quake was felt along the Atlantic coast from Boston to Philadelphia, potentially affecting up to 45...
Taiwan Earthquake Leaves 10 Dead, 18 Still Missing
Taiwan was struck by a powerful earthquake last Tuesday, registering a magnitude of 7.2 in Hualien county, resulting in a tragic toll of 10 deaths and over 1,000 injuries. Despite extensive rescue efforts, 18 individuals, including six tourists, remain missing, adding...
Aruba Bank Partners with Mi Cutisa Foundation to Preserve Aruban Culture
In a bid to uphold and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Aruba, Aruba Bank has announced a collaborative effort with the Mi Cutisa Foundation. The partnership aims to support the foundation's mission of preserving and promoting the unique cultural traditions of...
Denmark temporary closes one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes over faulty missile launcher
Denmark has temporarily closed one of the world's busiest shipping lanes due to an activated but malfunctioning missile launcher aboard a Danish navy ship. The Niels Juel vessel, stationed in Denmark's Great Belt strait, experienced an unexpected booster activation...
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte has managed to evade an impeachment effort amidst allegations of corruption
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Aruba takes preventive measures to avoid Dengue outbreak
RECENTLY, the Ministry of Tourism and Public Health of Aruba has taken note of the increase in Dengue cases in Curaçao, where unfortunately three deaths have already been reported. To prevent and be proactive, Minister Oduber has instructed the Yellow Fever and...
Humanitarian aid agencies withdraw efforts due to Israel’s deadly attacks against Aid Workers
Israel's deadly attacks on humanitarian workers in Gaza have led to the withdrawal of several humanitarian aid efforts, exacerbating the already dire humanitarian situation in the region. Following the Israeli airstrikes that killed seven workers from the World...
Hunger in Haiti worsening due to gang violence
HAITI is in an increasingly deepening humanitarian crisis as hunger spreads throughout the entire country due to the escalating gang violence and political tension. Humanitarian workers, doctors, and missionaries are sounding the alarm, warning of a desperate...
Judge Upholds Indictment Against Trump in Georgia Election Case
A judge in the Atlanta area has upheld the criminal indictment against former President Donald Trump in Georgia, rejecting arguments that his efforts to overturn the 2020 election were protected under the First Amendment. In his order, Fulton County Superior Court...
Israel Accused of Targeting Aid Workers in Gaza Strikes
In the aftermath of strikes in Gaza that resulted in seven fatalities, the founder of World Central Kitchen (WCK) has accused Israel of systematically targeting aid workers. The strikes, which hit three WCK vehicles in central Gaza on Monday, have sparked...
Aruba Celebrates 20 Years of National Theater Day with Huge Success
The Department of Culture Aruba, under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture Aruba, pulled off a resounding success for its 20th anniversary of the National Celebration of World Theater Day 2024. Held on March 26 and 27 at the Cas di Cultura Aruba, the two-day event...
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Hezbollah Fires Rockets at Northern Israel Amid Rising Tensions Following Hamas Leader Assassination
Beirut, Lebanon – Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply on Sunday night as Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group based in Lebanon, launched a barrage of rockets toward northern Israel. The attack comes as Israeli forces remain on high alert, anticipating...
Chaos at Airport Due to Air Conditioning System Failure
Significant chaos erupted at the airport yesterday afternoon due to a critical failure in the air conditioning system. The situation became even more complicated when a leak was detected in the main chiller pipe, located in an underground area. The precise location of...
Plane Crash in São Paulo: At Least 61 Dead in Tragic Incident
São Paulo, Brazil – A devastating plane crash occurred on Friday afternoon in São Paulo, claiming the lives of at least 61 people. The passenger plane, operated by Voepass, went down in a residential area of Vinhedo, a city located just outside São Paulo, after what...
Trump and Harris to Face Off in ABC-Sponsored Debate on September 10
Washington, D.C. — In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have agreed to participate in a televised debate on September 10, 2024. The debate, which will be hosted by ABC News, marks the first time the two...
Taxi Driver Protests Escalate Over New Taxi Permit Regulations
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