COOPERSTOWN, New York – Standing before baseball's greatest legends, Andruw Jones reflected on a journey that began on the small Caribbean island of Curaçao and culminated with his induction into the

WILLEMSTAD – Curaçao has received another international distinction following its historic FIFA World Cup debut, with its supporters being voted the friendliest fans of the 2026 tournament. According

ORANJESTAD – A fisherman was safely rescued Saturday evening after falling overboard near the Valero area, thanks to a swift response by the Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard and the assistance of fellow fi

ORANJESTAD – Aruba's first National Clean-Up Day surpassed an important milestone within hours, with residents collecting more than 100 tonnes of waste during the island-wide campaign. The clean-up ef

ORANJESTAD – Aruba's recent designation as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve has reinforced the island's long-term commitment to protecting and restoring its mangrove ecosystems, officials said in observance

ROTTERDAM – Rotterdam once again came alive with the annual Summer Carnival (Zomercarnaval), a festival that for more than 40 years has brought together cultures through music, dance and creativity. A

BERLIN – German police have tracked down and fatally shot the main suspect in the deadly attack during Berlin's Pride parade. The 21-year-old suspect, identified as Abdul B., was killed after allegedl

ORANJESTAD – During a press conference, former politician Ricardo Croes questioned the way AZV handled the treatment of his son, who is battling cancer. According to Croes, delays, poor communication

THE HAGUE – Aruba House was represented during the final day of the renowned Nijmegen Four Days Marches after receiving an invitation from Stichting Vierdaagse. Public Relations Officer Sidney Kock at

By Tito Laclé Aruba is facing a reality that has left many people concerned. Within a six-month period, two teenagers lost their lives in separate murders. One was 18 years old at the beginning of the

ORANJESTAD – The Aruban government is preparing to reopen the "Waf Chiquito" or Small Warf pier in downtown Oranjestad to once again welcome Venezuelan boats bringing fresh fruits and vegetables direc

ORANJESTAD – Aruba is expected to record the highest hotel occupancy rate in the Caribbean during July 2026. According to an analysis by Travel and Tour World (TTW), the island is projected to achieve

ORANJESTAD – The former Department of Casino Affairs (DAC) building is set to serve a new purpose. Following an extensive renovation, the facility will become the new office of the Department of Human

ORANJESTAD – Political party Red Democratico (ReD) says Aruba's circular economy policy is not a new initiative but a strategy that was already developed, formally adopted, and handed over to the curr

ORANJESTAD – Aruba Customs has clarified that people do not lose their eligibility for a household goods import exemption simply because they have not yet completed their registration with the Civil R

ORANJESTAD – Aruba has been ranked as the fifth most economically resilient country in the Caribbean, according to the newly released Resilience Index Caribbean (RICa), which measures how well Caribbe

WILLEMSTAD/ORANJESTAD – Following the temporary shutdown of the facility used to prepare high-risk medications at Horacio Oduber Hospital (HOH) in Aruba, the pharmacy of the Curaçao Medical Center (CM

WILLEMSTAD – Nearly two-thirds of Curaçao's population did not participate in any sport during the past 12 months, according to the CBS Curaçao Social Survey 2025. The report found that only 36.1% of

WILLEMSTAD – More than three-quarters of Curaçao's population use social media, with WhatsApp remaining by far the most popular platform, according to the CBS Curaçao Social Survey 2025. The report fo

MIAMI – Aruba has learned its opponents for the 2026/2027 Concacaf Nations League. Competing in League C, Aruba has been drawn into a group with Antigua and Barbuda and Anguilla. The group winner will

BRUSSELS – The European Commission has concluded that TikTok is not doing enough to protect minors, saying the platform's privacy settings expose young users to unnecessary risks. According to the Com

SANTA CRUZ – Detectives from the Santa Cruz Criminal Investigation Department have arrested three suspects in connection with the fatal shooting that claimed the life of Rayson E. Kelly on Wednesday n

ORANJESTAD – GOL Linhas Aéreas will end its nonstop service between São Paulo, Brazil, and Aruba in October 2026, according to a joint announcement by Aruba Airport Authority (AAA) and the Aruba Touri

BOSTON – Wednesday night's Major League Baseball matchup between the Baltimore Orioles and the Boston Red Sox featured a special Caribbean connection. Aruba's Chadwick Tromp was behind the plate as Ba

ORANJESTAD – Aruba's Department of Public Health (DVG) has taken note of international reports regarding the deaths of three people in the Venezuelan state of Anzoátegui after the country's health aut

EAGLE BEACH – Iberostar Aruba and several local hospitality partners have strengthened their collaboration to reduce organic waste and promote a circular economy on the island. The initiative is part

ORANJESTAD – Aruba's Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 0.1% in June 2026, while annual inflation reached 2.4%, according to the latest figures released by the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS).

ORANJESTAD – PPA parliamentarian Eduard Pieters says the government is moving too quickly with changes to promotion standards in public primary schools without fully preparing the education system. Pi

WILLEMSTAD – More than half of households in Curaçao say their income is insufficient to meet debt repayments and other financial obligations. That is one of the first findings from the Enkuesta Sosia

SAN NICOLAS – Stichting Monumentenfonds Aruba (SMFA) has officially become the owner of the historic Seroe Colorado Community Church, following the completion of its transfer from the Government of Ar

ORANJESTAD – Aruba Mental Health Foundation Respaldo will introduce a new policy on August 1, 2026, aimed at reducing missed and repeatedly cancelled appointments. The goal is to make more efficient u

AMSTERDAM – Two Dutch constitutional law experts argue that the Kingdom Council of State's opinion on the proposed HOFA consensus law lacks depth and fails to adequately address key concerns about Aru

SCHIPHOL – A Canadian woman tried to board a flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with a python hidden inside her bra. The snake was discovered during a security screening. The Dutch Food and Consum

ORANJESTAD – A 16-year-old boy died Wednesday night after a shooting in the parking lot of Nadi Croes/Crismo Angela Stadium in Santa Cruz. According to the Aruba Police Force, officers were dispatched

ORANJESTAD – The investigating judge on Tuesday suspended the detention of L.S.H., the man suspected of assaulting a 79-year-old resident at a care facility during the night of July 16 to 17. The case

ORANJESTAD – Aruba Birdlife Conservation has paid tribute to David H. Johnson, founder of the Global Owl Project, who passed away on June 15 at the age of 69. Johnson was a world-renowned owl scientis

By Tito Laclé Some government decisions receive a great deal of public attention, while other important issues that directly affect the well-being and safety of our community deserve a much greater se

ORANJESTAD/THE HAGUE – The Dutch government has asked Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten to consider adopting their own ban on products originating from Israeli settlements in occupied territories, Curac

ORANJESTAD/NASSAU – Aruba is facing stronger competition in the Canadian tourism market after The Bahamas surpassed Aruba and several other Caribbean destinations in attracting Canadian visitors, acco

ORANJESTAD - Centrale Bank van Aruba (CBA) published its Operational Report 2025 and the Condensed Financial Statements 2025. The Condensed Financial Statements 2025 provide a summary of CBA’s financi

ORANJESTAD – Parliamentarian Rocco Tjon (MEP) says Education Minister Gerlien Croes has still not released the official LAR advisory concerning the objection filed over the use of public funds for a p

KRALENDIJK – Dennis Martinus of the MPB party was officially sworn in as Bonaire's new island deputy during the Island Council meeting held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. With Martinus' appointment, the E

ORANJESTAD – PPA parliamentarian Eduard Pieters has criticized the government's decision to use Aruba Tourism Authority (ATA) funds for waste management, arguing that a worthwhile objective should not

CARACAS – Venezuelan health authorities have confirmed that three people have died after contracting hantavirus. So far, there is no evidence that the virus was transmitted from person to person. The

ROTTERDAM – At least 15 people were injured after two trams collided on Rotterdam's Erasmus Bridge, leaving one person seriously injured. Five victims were taken to hospital, while the others were tre

By Melva Croes-Yanez A recent incident at a residential care home in Tanki Leendert has reignited the debate over the quality and safety of elderly care in Aruba. According to the opinion article, the

By Tito Laclé Questions regularly arise in public debate about the Governor's role when conflicts or disagreements emerge within the Parliament of Aruba. Some believe the Governor should intervene, fo

ORANJESTAD – Aruba and Curaçao have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand cooperation in digital education and e-government. Signed by Ministers Gerlien Croes and Sithree van Heydoorn,

ORANJESTAD – Beginning August 1, 2026, Aruba will introduce a legal 25% cap on interest and charges for consumer credit. The measure is designed to strengthen consumer protection and prevent excessive

SAN NICOLAS – Justice Minister Arthur Dowers has inspected the progress of renovation work at the Edgar Joaquin "Watty" Vos Police Academy in San Nicolas. The project is focused on improving facilitie

ORANJESTAD – The government has announced the upcoming final phase of improvements at Eagle Beach. The project, valued at approximately Afl. 5 million, aims to enhance the area while protecting the is

WILLEMSTAD – Curaçao will enter Thursday's Concacaf Nations League draw as the 11th-ranked team in the confederation, confirming its place in the League A group stage. Mexico, the United States, Canad

ORANJESTAD – Magic 96.5 FM is entering a new phase with significant investments in technology and infrastructure aimed at improving the quality of its FM broadcasts and online streaming. The station s

ORANJESTAD – The first edition of the Aruba Beer Festival has been officially announced and will take place on August 28 and 29 in Oranjestraat, downtown Oranjestad. According to the organizers, the t

NEW YORK – JetBlue Airways has won a bankruptcy auction to acquire Spirit Airlines' flight slots at New York's LaGuardia Airport for $58.5 million, while also announcing plans to relocate all of its o

FUERTEVENTURA Aruba’s Sarah-Quita Offringa produced a remarkable comeback to retain her freestyle windsurfing world title for the 17th consecutive year. Several days earlier, Offringa was defeated by

BOSTON – Aruban catcher Chadwick Tromp has been recalled by the Baltimore Orioles after starting catcher Adley Rutschman was placed on the 10-day injured list for the third time this season. Rutschman