San Nicolas, Aruba - July 15, 2024 Residents of Aruba experienced an extraordinary celestial event on the night of July 13, 2024. At exactly 7:50 PM, a meteor fireball illuminated the skies, captivating the community and sparking widespread curiosity and speculation....
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Mystery Celestial Object Captivates ABC Islands: Is it an Asteroid or a Falling Satellite?
An unexpected celestial spectacle mesmerized residents of Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire (ABC islands) last night around 8 PM, when a bright object streaked across the sky. The object, believed to be either an asteroid fragment or a falling satellite, illuminated the...
Supreme Court Rules: Decision to Open Marriage in Aruba and Curaçao for Same-Sex Couples Remains Valid!
THE HAGUE - As anticipated, the Supreme Court has confirmed the ruling of the Common Court of Justice from December 6, 2022, remains valid. This means previous parliamentary decisions are declared invalid. Moreover, the verdict highlights that several parliamentarians...
Court Ruling in the ‘Avestruz’ Case: Former Minister Sevinger Found Guilty
Former Minister Benny Sevinger is Found Guilty of Fraud, Bribery, and Embezzlement 2 Other Defendants Sentenced, while 4 Acquitted Yesterday afternoon, the Court of Appeal delivered a ruling in the 'Avestruz' case, involving former minister Benny Sevinger and six...
Jeon to Perform at the Heat Latin Music Awards in Punta Cana
On July 11, the spotlight will shine brightly on Aruba's very own Jeon, as he takes the stage at the prestigious Heat Latin Music Awards hosted by HTV in Punta Cana. Born Jonathan Thiel on January 27, 1991, Jeon is the son of renowned musicians Robert Thiel and...
Soul Beach Music Festival Bids Farewell to Aruba, Announces New Destination for 2025
Aruba – The Soul Beach Music Festival, an annual cultural highlight and one of Aruba’s most beloved events, has announced a significant change. After 24 years of drawing music lovers from around the globe to its vibrant shores, Aruba will no longer host the iconic...
Arubian Gillian Gil Takes The Crown For Zomercarnaval Rotterdam 2024
The Rotterdam-based Zomercarnaval organization crowned its new king and queen for 2024. Gilian Jersun Gil, representative of the Bacchanal Tribe was proclaimed Summer King of Rotterdam 2024, while Mrs. Larisa Da Veiga, representative of the Cape Verde Chegou group,...
Hurricane Beryl Races Towards Caribbean, Threatening Rapid Intensification
Aruba, June 30, 2024 - Hurricane Beryl is churning a dangerous path towards the southeastern Caribbean, raising serious concerns with its rapid development. Having formed just two days ago, Beryl has exploded in intensity, reaching Category 3 status with sustained...
Delta Air Lines Expands Winter Schedule for 2024-2025 with Increased Nonstop Services from Minneapolis
June 27, 2024 – Delta Air Lines has announced an exciting expansion of its winter schedule for the 2024-2025 season, unveiling a series of new nonstop services from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP). This expansion is set to enhance travel options for...
Russian Warship Arrives in Cuba Amidst U.S.-Dutch Military Exercises in Aruba
Havana, Cuba – In a significant display of naval power, a Russian warship, the corvette Vasily Bykov, docked in Havana, Cuba, on June 11, 2024. This move is part of Russia's broader strategy to strengthen military ties with its Caribbean allies amid escalating...
The Historical Ruins of the Bushiribana Gold Mill
The ruins of the Bushiribana Gold Mill, located on the coast of Aruba, stand as a testament to the island's rich history of gold extraction. This facility was constructed by the 'Aruba Island Gold Mining Company' in 1872 and was designed to extract gold from ore mined...
Wind Creek Aruba celebrated the sixth edition of Long Table Aruba
A magical night culminating in a $65,000 donation to our community Long Table Aruba, a charitable culinary event presented by Wind Creek Aruba, once again surpassed all expectations by celebrating its sixth edition last Sunday. The unique dinner, valued at $50,000 for...
WORLD CUP 2026 QUALIFICATION ARUBA FALLS TO CURAÇAO
It was no public secret that Curaçao was the overwhelming favorite in this match. With all their players playing in the Dutch Eredivisie and with experience playing in the Gold Cup against the big teams of Concacaf, Curaçao came into the game strong, having beaten...
Aruba Doesn’t Learn or Does Not Want to Learn:
It was a crime then, and it is still a crime now Some of you may not remember, but back in 2004 around the same time, a compilation of videos was produced and sold in many schools on the island of Aruba, these videos were then shared amongst students and adults who...
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....
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...
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Coordinated Sabotage Hits French Railways Ahead of Paris Olympics
In a shocking prelude to the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, France’s high-speed rail network was targeted by a series of malicious acts in the early hours of July 26, 2024. The attacks, described by officials as "coordinated sabotage," included arson and vandalism,...
Belgian Police Arrest Seven Suspects in Terrorism Investigation
In Belgium, seven people have been arrested as part of an ongoing terrorism investigation. The police conducted a total of fourteen house searches in various cities, according to reports in Belgian media based on information from the federal prosecutor's office, the...
President Maduro Seeks Support from Pentecostal Churches for Venezuelan Elections
As Venezuela heads to the polls on Sunday for presidential elections, President Nicolás Maduro is turning to an unlikely ally: the Pentecostal churches. While Pentecostal congregations across Latin America often support right-wing politicians, in Venezuela, the...
Biscuit Basin Hydrothermal Explosion Closes Yellowstone Area
A hydrothermal explosion occurred on the morning of Tuesday, July 23, at Biscuit Basin near Sapphire Pool in Yellowstone National Park, resulting in significant disruptions and safety concerns. The explosion, which took place just before 10 AM, prompted the temporary...
Over 100 Flights Canceled in Germany as Environmental Activists Target European Airports
More than 100 flights were canceled on Thursday at Germany’s busiest airport, Frankfurt, as environmental activists initiated a coordinated effort to disrupt air travel across Europe during the peak of the summer holiday season. The protests aim to highlight the...