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...
Supreme Court Rules: Decision to Open Marriage in Aruba and Curaçao for Same-Sex Couples Remains Valid!
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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...
Venezuelan Presidential Ballot Raises Concerns with Maduro’s 13-Time Appearance
In Venezuela's upcoming presidential election on July 28, incumbent Nicolás Maduro appears on the ballot 13 times, representing multiple political groups, making his image the most prominent among the 38 photos of candidates. The ballot's layout features Maduro in the...
Chinese Warships Spotted Near Alaska by U.S. Coast Guard
In a recent development, the U.S. Coast Guard identified multiple Chinese military vessels in waters off Alaska. According to a Wednesday news release, three ships were detected approximately 124 miles north of Amchitka Pass in the Aleutian Islands, while a fourth was...
EU Accuses Elon Musk’s X of Misleading Users and Violating Digital Services Act
European regulators have charged Elon Musk’s X, formerly known as Twitter, with violating the Digital Services Act (DSA), accusing the platform of misleading its users and failing to meet transparency standards. The European Commission, the executive arm of the...
Maduro Played Leading Role in Venezuelan Drug Cartel, Indictment Reveals
A newly unsealed federal indictment reveals that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro played a significant role in the operations of the Cartel de Los Soles, far beyond previous estimates. The indictment, presented in a New York federal court, details Maduro's rise...
NATO Pledges $43bn in Military Aid to Ukraine and Affirms Path to Membership
At the recent NATO summit in Washington, DC, alliance leaders committed to providing Ukraine with $43 billion in military aid over the next year to enhance its defenses against Russia. This pledge was part of a comprehensive declaration that also placed Ukraine on an...
China Initiates Trade Investigation Amid EU Probes into Solar, Wind Power
In response to the European Union's investigations into Chinese companies, China has announced an inquiry into whether the EU has engaged in unfair trade practices. This development marks the latest escalation in the ongoing trade tensions between the two economic...
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...
Trump Distances Himself from Controversial ‘Project 2025’ Amid Campaign Turmoil
Washington, D.C. — In a surprising move, former President Donald Trump has publicly distanced himself from Project 2025, a comprehensive conservative policy blueprint developed by the Heritage Foundation for the next Republican administration. Despite significant...
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...
Vermont Senator Peter Welch Urges President Biden to Withdraw from 2024 Presidential Race
In a groundbreaking move, Vermont Senator Peter Welch has become the first Democratic senator to publicly urge President Joe Biden to step aside as the party's nominee for the 2024 presidential election. In a Washington Post op-ed, Welch emphasized the critical...
What a Trump Presidency Could Mean for the Dollar and Stock Market
The US dollar has seen significant strength this summer, surging about 13% since 2021. While a left-wing resurgence in France briefly tempered this rise, the dollar's momentum remains robust, influenced heavily by the Federal Reserve’s actions. The potential return of...
China Faces Food Safety Crisis as Report Alleges Cooking Oil Contaminated by Fuel Transport
Public outrage is surging in China following allegations that major food companies have been using the same tankers to transport both fuel and cooking oil without proper cleaning. This scandal involves Sinograin, China’s largest grain storage and transport company,...
Samsung Workers Initiate Indefinite Strike Amidst Pay Dispute
The National Samsung Electronics Union (NSEU) has announced an indefinite strike, urging its 30,000 members to participate in a push for better pay and benefits. This decision follows a three-day general strike, which ended without any progress in negotiations with...
Tampa Bay Rays’ Wander Franco Charged with Sexual Abuse of Minor
Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco has been formally charged with sexual abuse and sexual exploitation of a minor in the Dominican Republic. The announcement came from Puerto Plata District Office Prosecutor Kelmin Duncan and Attorney General's Office spokesperson...
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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...
Hurricane Milton Set to Strengthen, Florida Prepares for Landfall
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...
Gang Attack in Haiti Claims 70 Lives, Including Infants
In a devastating act of violence, members of the Gran Grif gang attacked the town of Pont-Sondé in central Haiti on Thursday, leaving at least 70 people dead, including three infants. The United Nations Human Rights Office confirmed the attack, which also resulted in...
Israeli Airstrike Reportedly Hits Beirut, Triggering Explosions Near Airport
Beirut was rocked by a series of explosions today, with reports indicating that an Israeli airstrike targeted an area close to the city’s international airport. The blasts sent plumes of smoke rising over the southern parts of the Lebanese capital, sparking fear and...
Over 100 Individuals Prepare to File New Allegations Against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
More than 100 men and women are preparing to file civil suits against music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, according to Houston-based attorney Tony Buzbee. During a press conference on Tuesday, Buzbee announced that his firm, The Buzbee Law Firm, along with the AVA Law...