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Aruba on alert: state of emergency declared for Mpox around the world
On Wednesday, August 14th, the World Health Organization (WHO) raised the alarm and declared Mpox (monkeypox) a Public Health Emergency of International Concern for the second time. In May 2022, WHO had already raised the alarm because cases were...

Aruba Tourism Authority honored loyal visitors at Aruba Beach Club!
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Aruba Dominates Dominica with 7-0 Victory
On Thursday evening, Aruba’s U-15 women’s soccer team played their third match in the Concacaf Girls’ Under-15 Championship. Aruba emerged victorious with a decisive 7-0 win against Dominica. Dominica started the game, but Aruba quickly took...

Youth baseball: Tri-County walks past Keene at Babe Ruth 14U World Series
Tri-County survived and has advanced in the consolation bracket of the Babe Ruth 14U World Series. The Oxford-based baseball team scored twice in the bottom of the seventh inning to earn a 2-1 victoy over Keene, New Hampshire, on Wednesday in...

Aruba Shines at FIEXPO Trade Show 2024
Aruba made a strong impression at the FIEXPO Trade Show in Panama, featuring a dynamic booth, engaging events, and forging key partnerships with COPA Airlines. Event Overview Educational Sessions and Networking Opportunities Aruba made a...

Various community center boards participate in CEDE ARUBA workshop
CEDE ARUBA’s ‘BARiO UNiCO’ project aims to revitalize community centers and transform them into central hubs for their neighborhoods through this program. The community centera serve as hubs where residents can gather, educate themselves,...

Where to Stay in Aruba: A Guide to the Best Areas and Accommodations
Aruba is one of the most sought-after vacation destinations in the Caribbean, blending a unique combination of Dutch, African, and Caribbean influences. With its consistent (some may even call it perfect) year-round weather and welcoming...

Aruba says “see you later” to 58 students
On Sunday, Aruba sent off its first group of students who are continuing their education abroad in The Netherlands. A total of 58 students departed on organized flight KLM flight KL 767. These students are heading to study in Amsterdam, Den Bosch,...

Aruban working at one of the best cancer hospitals in America
Gina Espacia was born in Aruba but lives in the United States, where she found better opportunities for herself and her two children. However, “Aruba is in my heart,” she shared. Gina was born in Aruba and led a nomadic life. At the age of 5, her...

Superhero parade brings joy on International Children’s Rights Day
On November 20th, 2024, Aruba celebrated International Children’s Rights Day with a festive event led by Liberato Hoek from the Ambulance Service. The highlight of the day was the popular “Super Heroes Parade,” a tradition that continues to grow...
CHTA Education Foundation Wraps Up Intensive Bootcamp in Aruba
ORANJESTAD, Aruba (November 27, 2024) – More than 100 supervisors and managers from across Aruba successfully completed an intensive bootcamp offered by the CHTA Education Foundation (CHTAEF) in partnership with the Aruba Hotel & Tourism...

Stichting Monumentfonds Aruba purchases Cas Debrot
On November 26th, 2024, the Debrot family and Stichting Monumentenfonds Aruba (SMFA) officially announced the purchase of the ‘Cas Debrot’ building. This is an important step in the process of preserving and restoring one of Aruba’s most iconic...

Our guide to Aruba
There are 562 steps to the summit of Mount Hooiberg, which translates from the Dutch as ‘Mount Haystack’ and is the second-highest point on Aruba. It’s a steep 165-metre climb that’s best done early in the morning since Aruba, which lies just 15...

Guyana grouped with Haiti, Belize and Antigua for 2025 Concacaf Women’s U-20 Qualifiers
Concacaf conducted the official draw for the 2025 Concacaf Women’s U-20 Qualifiers. The qualifying tournament for next year’s Concacaf Women’s U-20 Championship will take place from February 20 to 25 across four venues in Central America and the...

131 celebrates 25 years of supporting children and teens
November 20th, 1999, marked a milestone in Aruba’s history as children on the island could, for the first time, access emotional support, information, and advice through the helpline number 131. After months of preparation, this vital resource for...

Rudra FC finish MFA Women's Elite Division as runners up, take a big step closer to IWL 2
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 19 (ANI): After a season of sheer determination, consistency, and plenty of goals, Rudra FC ended the MFA (Mumbai Football Association) Women's Elite Division on a strong note as the first runners-up of the...

Sports News | Rudra FC Finish MFA Women's Elite Division as Runners Up, Take a Big Step Closer to IWL 2
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 19 (ANI): After a season of sheer determination, consistency, and plenty of goals, Rudra FC ended the MFA (Mumbai Football Association) Women's Elite Division on a strong note as the first runners-up of the...

Aruba to me; Eileen and Bruno Santini
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Department of Children and Youth strengthens support for Code Supervisors
The Department of Children and Youth (DMH) recently hosted a training day for its 56 Code Supervisors, aiming to enhance their expertise and professionalism in addressing child abuse and neglect. These supervisors are stationed across 35...
Shakeena Croes calls for greater support for women’s softball in Aruba
Women’s softball in Aruba has seen a significant decline in recent years. Once filled with vibrant competitions showcasing talented female teams, the sport now struggles to maintain its presence. Shakeena Croes, a seasoned athlete in the sport, is...