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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...

The 5 Best Hotels To Visit In Aruba
The southern Caribbean island of Aruba is a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful year-round weather, crystal clear waters, and immaculate beaches. In addition to its ever-popular scenery, this Dutch Caribbean island is known for its...

SCSU women's hockey team signs 7 recruits for next season
ST. CLOUD — The St. Cloud State women's hockey team has signed four forwards and three defensemen to join the team in the fall. The group includes two forwards from Roseau, a goal scorer from Moscow and a member of Team USA's Under-18 team. Here...

Miss Universe Aruba & Cayman are silver winners in Voice for Change
Caribbean representatives were in the spotlight at the 73rd Miss Universe preliminary competition in Mexico. Miss Universe Aruba, Anouk Eman and Miss Universe Cayman Islands, Raegan Rutty, were among seven delegates who were announced as silver...

Escape your stress in Aruba with these amazing travel deals
(BPT) - Stressed out? It's a good bet that almost everyone reading this is feeling it right now. A new Harris poll, commissioned by the American Psychiatric Association, found that stress in America is reaching new heights. A full 77% of Americans...

HOH celebrates strong interest at Aruba College Fair
Horacio Oduber Hospital (HOH) proudly participated in this year’s Aruba College Fair, held at the Renaissance Convention Center on Friday, November 8, and Saturday, November 9. The event offered a valuable platform for students to explore career...

Cocktails with a Story: Caya House Brings a Unique Flavor Experience to Aruba
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Expedia reveals list of ‘best’ islands to visit this year
Expedia has released its 2025 Island Hot List - from cultural richness of Jamaica to the sunny shores of Koh Samui - along with the ‘best tips’ for island travel. According to Expedia, this list offers culture and authenticity and demonstrates how...

Biometrics contracts span immigration, law enforcement and travel tools
New contracts for biometrics with immigration, law enforcement and airport authorities are generating millions of dollars for a handful of providers among the top stories of the week on Biometric Update. ID-Pal is powering online immigration...

The Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) presents the Autentico Aruba Culinary Festival: ‘A Celebration of Flavor during the Weekend of October 12 and 13’
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Official opening of the Department of Children and Youth
On November 1st, the Department of Children and Youth (DMH) officially opened its new location, marking a significant milestone in the department’s efforts to promote the well-being of children in Aruba. The inauguration was attended by various...

Hunto launches the foundation of the Cultural Alliance of Corsica (AKK)
Director of Cas di Cultura, Vicky Arens, together with Mezzo Soprano and Nos Teater Korsou’s founder, mrs. Tania Kross (Curaçao) and director of Terramar Museum and president of Aliansa Kultural Boneiro mrs. Jude Finies (Bonaire), launched the...

Passengers must now receive “OK” to enter Aruba after completing their ED-Card
Aruba Immigration (IA) has announced that starting October 30th, 2024, all visitors to Aruba must complete a new ED-Card and receive clearance—previously known as “ok to board,” indicated by a green mark—on the updated ED-Card platform. Key...

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...

Colombian ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands arrives in Aruba to participate in cultural event
On Wednesday, Carolina Olarte-Bacares, the Colombian ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, arrived in Aruba. Her visit aims to participate in an academic cultural event and engage with government officials. This marks her return to Aruba...

National Library launches Children’s Book Festival this wekeend
This weekend, the National Library Aruba kicks off the Children’s Book Festival with an exciting opening event. The celebration takes place this Sunday at 3:00 pm at Cas di Cultura, and entry is free for all. Families, friends, and especially...

Busy career carousel for Colegio Arubano students
Last week, more than 300 students attended the information evening about careers organized by WeConnect in collaboration with the deanery of Colegio Arubano. Students from the highest classes of HAVO and VWO were informed that evening about what a...

Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam Day 3
by Chris Yates 20 Jul 14:01 PDT The third day of the 2025 Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam provided some of the most exciting racing thus far with more twists and turns than you could've possibly scripted as the form book for some sailors was thrown...

Designer Quiana Cronie presents cultural stories from Aruba at Dutch Design Week
Quiana Cronie, a promising designer from Aruba, is showcasing her work at Dutch Design Week (DDW) in Eindhoven, the largest design event in Northern Europe. This nine-day festival brings together the creations and concepts of over 2,600 designers...