What is Fashion Revolution? You might first be wondering what exactly is Fashion Revolution? Well, it’s a global movement that operates in 90 countries around the world with the purpose of raising the ethical and environmental production standards of the fashion industry. With greater transparency in how our clothes are made and by whom, we can foster the sustainable development […]
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First Lady Cándida Montilla de Medina visits Altos de Chavón with distinguished ladies of Latin America
A few weeks ago, the Dominican Republic hosted the V Community of Latin American and Caribbean States Summit celebrated in Punta Cana where various Presidents came down to deepen the integration of the Latin America and Caribbean countries. As part of the activities, First Lady Cándida Montilla de Medina of the Dominican Republic along with many distinguished […]
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Tabacalera Garcia hosts finals for Imperial Tobacco’s Safety Pin Lean Games
Imperial Brands is the parent company of Imperial Tobacco, whose subsidiaries manufacture and market a range of cigarettes and cigars. Every year, they host “Safety Pin Lean Games” where each of their factories organize groups to prepare improvement proposals for the factories. Back in October, Tabacalera Garcia, in La Romana, hosted the finals.
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State of Emergency: Heavy Rain is taking a toll on Puerto Plata and the North Coast
A state of emergency has been declared by President Danilo Medina for the northern region of the Dominican Republic as heavy rains have continued to fall over the past two weeks causing wide spread flooding and evacuation. Using data from satellites, specifically studying the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM), NASA was able to record that 9 inches of rain fell […]
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Dominican baseball season 2016 – 2017: “Toros del Este” baseball team introduces players at press conference in Multiplaza La Romana
The Toros de Este recently held a press conference on Tuesday, October 11th at the Multiplaza in La Romana to officially present their team this year. Team manager, Mike Guerrero, stressed that with the talent and willpower the team has this year they will certainly go for the crown.
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Hurricane Matthew: Category 3 storm headed through Florida
As of 2 a.m. this morning, Hurricane Matthew has downgraded to a Category 3 storm with top winds sustained at 120 mph. As one of the most dangerous hurricanes to hit Florida since 2004, President Obama declared a state of emergency, while Florida Governor Rick Scott advised everyone to evacuate. So far everyone living on the coast of Florida, Georgia […]
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Huracán Matthew: Tormenta categoría 3 cerca de las costas de Florida
A partir de las 2 a.m., el huracán Matthew ha bajado a tormenta de categoría 3, con vientos máximos sostenidos a 120 mph. Como uno de los huracanes más peligrosos en llegar a la Florida desde 2004, el presidente Obama declaró estado de emergencia, mientras que el gobernador de Florida, Rick Scott, aconseja a todos a evacuar. […]
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Hurricane Matthew is now Far Away: All You Need to Know at this point
Hurricane Matthew is one of the most dangerous hurricanes that we have come across for the last couple of years. There have been numerous reported deaths, and thousands have been evacuated. As predicted, the large mountainous islands caused Matthew to weaken on Tuesday night going down to a Category 3 hurricane, but it is gaining strength.
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Hurricane Matthew: What Has Happened and What To Expect
According to the World Meteorological Organization, the 2016 hurricane season in the Dominican Republic and the Caribbean runs from June 1st through November 30th. Hurricane Matthew is the 13th hurricane to have formed this season, and since its announcement last week has had everyone on the edge of their seats charting its course. Just recently we’ve been able to […]
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“The True Cost”: A Movie about Fashion’s Impact on the World
Not long ago, the Dominican Republic Environmental Film Festival (DREFF) held its sixth edition in the country, this year under the theme “Yo soy sostenible” (I am sustainable). Many films were presented in an effort to bring awareness to environmental changes and harmful industry practices within countries around the world, and included issues on public policies, clean […]
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Did you know Orders for Take-out should not be charged 10% tip according to Proconsumidor?
On Sundays it’s normally a day to relax and spend time with family going out for afternoon fun or staying at home with a good movie. Many times you don’t want to take time out of your day to cook, so naturally you call for take-out! Have you sat down and checked the receipt, though? Did you ever notice an additional 10% there […]