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Aruba Mural Festival 2024
Aruba Mural Festival 2024, backed by Fundacion Artisa and TPEF, aims to enhance San Nicolas during Art Week with various cultural events. Government Support for San Nicolas Cultural Development Minister of Tourism and Public Health’s Vision for...

Iberostar Planning Aruba Grand Opening Next Month
Iberostar is planning the grand opening of its new Joia Beach resort in Aruba to January, Caribbean Journal has learned. The property will begin in soft opening in the week of December, according to Iberostar’s website. The 240-suite resort will...

Aruba’s Nigel Maduro to Represent at COP29 United Nations Climate Change Conference
Nigel Maduro, a dedicated environmental and climate conservation activist, has gained recognition for his advocacy for nature and sustainability. His selection by the Caribbean Climate Justice Leaders Academy to represent Aruba at COP29—United...

Aruba Student Development Fund for Third Consecutive Year
SETAR supports the University of Aruba’s Student Development Fund for the third consecutive year, aiding students in need and enhancing education through technology. SETAR’s Contribution to the Student Development Fund Financial Assistance for...

Married women will hate me... but I am the other woman. And I'll tell you that Christmas is hardest on us mistresses - even if your husbands buy us pricey gifts!
It's that time of year again. The time when the world rejoices, families come together – and lovers carve out that little bit of special time alone. What woman doesn't enjoy the seasonal gifts and cosy meet-ups, the touching gestures and all those...

How a former Congressman is gaming the system
On January 3, 2025, Congressman Alex Mooney (R-WV) ended his tenure in Congress after representing the Mountain State for a decade. On February 27, Mooney participated in a webinar with the Christian Employers Alliance (CEA), a business group...
Aruba’s community comes alive in this colorful cultural parade
In celebration of Brazil Day, the Chico Harms Foundation has been organizing various activities in recent years, bringing together the people of Aruba. On Sunday, regardless of the weather, the cultural parade kicked off at the Brazil Community...

“Clarividente”: Aruban art shines on the international stage
The art performance Clarividente (Afterlight) 2024, presented by multidisciplinary artist Alydia Wever, was officially showcased on Sunday, November 24th, 2024, as part of the finissage of the international exhibition Personal Structures, Beyond...

ARUBA LEGALISES SAME-SEX MARRIAGE
Aruba is setting itself apart as an LGBTQ+ inclusive destination as one of only a small minority of Caribbean islands to legalise gay marriage. Olivia Palamountain reports The Caribbean island of Aruba has taken a significant step towards equality...

Aruba’s Aloe
ORANJESTAD — The aloe plant has been grown on Aruba since the mid-1800. The climate and the dry soil are particularly suitable for the aloe culture. The plant flourishes well here: the Aruban aloe has an aloin content of 22 %, while the content of...

Where Have All the Children Gone?
Cross-Posted from DaleGlading.com Do you remember the folk song, “Where Have All the Flowers Gone?” It was written by Pete Seeger in 1955, with lyrics inspired by the Cossack folk song, “Koloda-Duda”. As for the melody, Seeger admitted slowing...

Photo reports from the fresh produce departments of supermarkets in Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao
The ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao) have a tropical steppe climate characterized by warm temperatures, abundant sunshine, and dryness. The year-round average temperature is around 27-30°C, with daytime temperatures ranging from 28-34°C...

Aruba Hockey Club Aims to Grow the Sport on the Island
Hockey is highly popular in the Netherlands, as evidenced by their gold medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics. In Aruba, however, hockey has a more modest following. Despite its small size, the hockey community in Aruba thoroughly enjoys the sport and...

Danville-area company not only builds dream cars, but showcases dream jobs to youth
KTL Restorations, a local classic car rebuilding company, has a worldwide reach. In fact, there’s a vehicle there now from the island of Aruba. Outgrowing its space on Mayfield Road, the company moved into a 12,000-square-foot building on Cane...

Aruba’s Pernile Tromp Opens Revival Art Exhibition at Cas di Cultura
Aruba’s Pernile Tromp unveiled her Revival exhibition at Cas di Cultura, showcasing her exceptional painting skills and creative talent. On August 16, 2024, Aruba witnessed the grand opening of the “Revival” art exhibition by Pernile Tromp at Cas...

Aruba tourism pioneers recognized at Smart Women in Meetings Awards
The Aruba Tourism Authority (ATA) and the Aruba Convention Bureau (ACB) are extremely pleased to announce the recognition of two exceptional female pioneers from Aruba in the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry...

Christian Nodal Net Worth (Money & Salary)
Christian Nodal Net Worth (Money & Salary) August 16, 2024 — Christian Nodal’s Net Worth: What Is It? Christian Nodal, a renowned Mexican artist, holds a net worth of $20 million. He is recognized for championing the fusion genre of mariacheño,...

Liliana Rasmijn becomes Aruba’s first female police spokesperson
Chief Commissioner Ramon Arnhem of the Aruba Police Force officially announced that Liliana Rasmijn will become the first woman to serve as the Police Spokesperson for the Aruba Police Force. The Aruba Police Force has its own communication...

Aruba Launches Solar Panel Pilot Project at DPS Schools
Aruba’s Ministry of Education has partnered with B-Energy Solar to launch a solar panel pilot project at DPS schools, starting with SPO Brazil, aiming to reduce energy costs and promote sustainability. Pilot Project Overview and Objectives Initial...

Aruba’s flag and Elliott Loonstra go viral for exceptional look
During the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, Elliott Loonstra, our Paralympic athlete in Paris, captured the attention of media worldwide for his bold and unique appearance. Elliott managed to generate commentary with a look that combines elegance,...