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Cost of Living in the Dominican Republic: A Complete Guide for Expats and New Residents
One of the first questions prospective expatriates ask is simple: How much does it really...
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Why Strong Institutions Matter More Than Poverty in Fighting Crime
Walking through the streets while holding a smartphone, wearing visible jewelry, or carrying a handbag is an ordinary...
EDEESTE Upgrades Power Grid in Yamasá and Peralvillo
EDEESTE, the electricity distribution company serving eastern Dominican Republic, has begun construction and modernization work on electrical networks...
Tax Deductions and Exemptions in the Dominican Republic for Residents
Residents of the Dominican Republic are subject to the country’s Income Tax (Impuesto Sobre la Renta or ISR)...
UNESCO Report Revives Debate Over Independent Quality Assurance in Dominican Higher Education
The publication of UNESCO’s latest report on global higher education trends has reignited discussion about the role of...
Why Plantains Are So Important In Dominican Cuisine
For many visitors, the importance of plantains in Dominican cuisine becomes obvious after seeing how often they appear...
Dominican Education Ministry Urges Families to Verify Bono a Mil Eligibility
The Ministry of Education of the Dominican Republic (MINERD) is urging parents, guardians, and caregivers of students enrolled...
INDEX and WLO Partner to Expand Higher Education Access for Dominicans Abroad
Madrid, Spain — The Institute of Dominicans and Dominicans Abroad (INDEX), a government agency that supports the Dominican...
TSS Says Employers Alone Can Register Workers in Social Security System
The Dominican Social Security Treasury (TSS) has clarified that the registration of workers in the Single Information and...
Pro Consumidor Expands Consumer Services With Two New Provincial Offices
SANTO DOMINGO — The National Institute for the Protection of Consumer Rights (Pro Consumidor) has announced the opening...
NYPD Officer Dies After Cosmetic Surgery in the Dominican Republic
Rebecca De Paula, a 31-year-old New York Police Department (NYPD) officer, died early Sunday after suffering serious health...
COE Issues Green Alert for Nine Provinces and the National District
The Emergency Operations Center (COE) has issued a green alert for nine provinces and the National District as...
4.8-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Northeastern Dominican Republic
A 4.8-magnitude earthquake was recorded shortly after 1:00 a.m. local time on Monday near Sánchez, a municipality in...