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Aimée Mazara is the Artist Behind the ‘What’s Happening in Dominican Republic?’ Illustration

Johanna FerreiraFebruary 21, 2020July 23, 2020

by Johanna FerreiraFebruary 21, 2020July 23, 202003870

On Sunday, February 16, the municipal elections in the Dominican Republic were suspended across the country by the Central Electoral Board (JCE) due to technical difficulties with the electronic ballot machines. This is the first time in the country’s voting...

Cardi B Shows Support For Dominican Republic Amid Travel Worries

Araceli CruzJune 20, 2019August 5, 2020

by Araceli CruzJune 20, 2019August 5, 202002612

People are freaking out about traveling to the Dominican Republic, at least that’s been the hysteria on social media lately. Yes, nine people have died, but these deaths occurred within months. The FBI is looking into the issue, but it...

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47 People Allege They Got Violently Sick in the Dominican Republic

Araceli CruzJune 19, 2019August 5, 2020

by Araceli CruzJune 19, 2019August 5, 202002828

Things in the Dominican Republic are getting a bit out of hand. American tourists are dying while on vacation. In the past year, nine tourists have died — and while that may not seem like a lot, it’s the way...

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A Sixth American Tourist Died While Visiting the Dominican Republic

Araceli CruzJune 11, 2019August 4, 2020

by Araceli CruzJune 11, 2019August 4, 202001404

At least six American tourists have died in the past year while traveling in the Dominican Republic or soon after arriving home. The latest — yet not the most recent — is coming to light now after the family members...

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Former Miss Dominican Republic Is a Finalist for Selena Role on Netflix

Araceli CruzJune 6, 2019August 4, 2020

by Araceli CruzJune 6, 2019August 4, 202004236

If you’re an up-and-coming actor, landing a role (any role) is a dream come true. So many artists struggle to get noticed and never catch that big break. Imagine you’re a Latina trying to stand out for some kind of...

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Natural Hair Is Still Under Attack in the Dominican Republic

Johanna FerreiraMarch 28, 2019August 12, 2020

by Johanna FerreiraMarch 28, 2019August 12, 202006361

Pelo bueno and pelo malo are terms that get thrown around with such frequency that it’s surprising they aren’t the first words to roll off of every Dominican baby’s lips. Textured hair is often viewed as unruly, unattractive and almost certainly...

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5 Sustainable Tours in the Dominican Republic and Haiti

Damaly GonzalezFebruary 7, 2017February 17, 2021

by Damaly GonzalezFebruary 7, 2017February 17, 20210936

I’ve covered Visit.org before, but for those new to the platform, it’s a New York-based digital platform working with other non-profit organizations from around over the world to list tours these organizations conduct. The tour funds are invested in the...

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Honoring my Dominican Immigrant Mom for Women’s History Month

Ashley MercadoMarch 21, 2023March 23, 2023

by Ashley MercadoMarch 21, 2023March 23, 20230736

This Women’s History Month I am thinking about my mom more often than usual. Although I was raised by my eldest brother when I was around 14 years old due to my mother working intensive hours, my mom’s impact was...

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My Experience as a Dominicana at an Elite Private School in New York

Ashley MercadoFebruary 13, 2023March 14, 2023

by Ashley MercadoFebruary 13, 2023March 14, 202303136

In my 23 years of living, there have been many things that I have not been sure of, but my Dominican identity was surely not one of them. I grew up in Washington Heights in Manhattan, known as the Little...

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From Reggaeton to Dominican Dembow. A Timeline to the Hottest Music Genre Around

elynorcolladoJanuary 12, 2023January 12, 2023

by elynorcolladoJanuary 12, 2023January 12, 2023034619

“La mamá de la mamá de la mamá de la mamá….” This repetitive albeit infectious chorus was heard around the world last year, giving little to no chance to listeners who would automatically have the urge to dance to this...

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‘Gordita Chronicles’ Follows a Dominican Family Living in Miami

Virginia IsaadJune 8, 2022June 9, 2022

by Virginia IsaadJune 8, 2022June 9, 202204240

Since Gordita Chronicles was announced a year ago we’ve been excitedly awaiting the premiere of the series created, written, and co-produced by Claudia Forestieri, and now the wait is over. The trailer for the coming-of-age series is out now and...

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Aida Rodriguez Talks Colorism, Woke Culture, and Discovering her Dominican Roots in Comedy Special

Virginia IsaadNovember 8, 2021

by Virginia IsaadNovember 8, 202104460

Comedian Aida Rodriguez always keeps it real even if some might call her POV problematic and that’s the foundation of her new comedy special, Fighting Words, on HBO which premiered this month. Rodriguez, who is of Dominican and Puerto Rican...