Oranjestad, Aruba — The Aruba U-15 women's football team has made history by winning their first-ever international championship at the CONCACAF U-15 Women's Tournament. In a thrilling final match held on home soil, the Aruban team triumphed 2-1 over St. Lucia,...
Aruba Secures Historic Victory at CONCACAF U-15 Women’s Championship
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Chaos at Airport Due to Air Conditioning System Failure
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Taxi Driver Protests Escalate Over New Taxi Permit Regulations
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New Hit Single “Tekila” Released by Jeon, Alex Sensation, DJ Adoni, and Kiko El Crazy
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More Details About The Rare Meteor Fireball Event In Aruba and Curaçao
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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...
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Drugmakers Tumble After Top FDA Vaccine Chief Steps Down
The sudden resignation of Dr. Peter Marks, the head of the FDA’s Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, has sent shockwaves through the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Dr. Marks, a central figure in the U.S. vaccine rollout during the COVID-19 pandemic,...
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Germany is once again raising questions about the safety of its gold reserves stored abroad, particularly the large share held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. With over 3,351 tonnes of gold, Germany is the second-largest holder of gold reserves in the...
Consumer Confidence Hits Four-Year Low Amid Rising Recession Fears
Consumer confidence in the U.S. has fallen sharply, signaling rising anxiety among Americans about the economy’s direction. According to the latest survey by the Conference Board, the consumer confidence index dropped by 7.2 points in March, reaching 92.9—the lowest...
Brazilian Football Federation Doubts Dorival Junior After Humiliating Defeat to Argentina
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) is on the verge of making a crucial decision regarding the future of head coach Dorival Junior. Following the painful 4-1 defeat against Argentina in the World Cup qualifiers, the pressure on the coach has increased...
Yuki Tsunoda Joins Verstappen: Red Bull Chooses Japanese Sensation
In a surprising twist in the 2025 Formula 1 season, Red Bull Racing has announced that Japanese driver Yuki Tsunoda will replace Liam Lawson. The decision comes just two race weekends into the season and just in time for the Japanese Grand Prix on April 4. This change...