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Baseball: Dominican Republic manager Pujols

Albert Pujols, manager of the Dominican Republic team for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, meets the press in Orlando, Florida, on Dec. 9, 2025.

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Dominican Republic: Tropical Storm Melissa Batters, Causing Damage and Disruptions 2

Tropical Storm Melissa swept through the Dominican Republic, toppling trees, traffic lights, and triggering small landslides. Authorities closed schools and government offices across several provinces as the storm disrupted water systems and threatened severe flooding. Melissa is expected to strengthen into a Category 4 hurricane this weekend as it lashes the Caribbean with heavy rain and destructive winds.

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Dominican Republic: Tropical Storm Melissa Batters, Causing Damage and Disruptions

Tropical Storm Melissa swept through the Dominican Republic, toppling trees, traffic lights, and triggering small landslides. Authorities closed schools and government offices across several provinces as the storm disrupted water systems and threatened severe flooding before moving toward Jamaica and southern Haiti.

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Dominican Republic: Red Alert Issued as Tropical Storm Melissa Approaches

Tropical Storm Melissa formed in the Atlantic and approached the Dominican Republic on Tuesday, October 21, bringing heavy rain and causing flash flooding in several areas. The government placed several provinces under a red alert and ordered the suspension of classes and reduced working hours for Wednesday and Thursday.

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Illustration - Bank

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, SAMANA PENINSULA Photo by Stephane Frances/Only World/ABACAPRESS.COM

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World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025

Gold medalist Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone (C) of the United States poses during the medal ceremony for the women's 400-meter event at the World Athletics Championships at National Stadium in Tokyo on Sept. 19, 2025, alongside silver medalist Marileidy Paulino (L) of the Dominican Republic and bronze medalist Salwa Eid Naser of Bahrain.

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World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025

Gold medalist Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone (C) of the United States poses during the medal ceremony for the women's 400-meter event at the World Athletics Championships at National Stadium in Tokyo on Sept. 19, 2025, alongside silver medalist Marileidy Paulino (L) of the Dominican Republic and bronze medalist Salwa Eid Naser of Bahrain.

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Dominican Republic: Hurricane Erin Brings Heavy Rains, Gusty Winds

Hurricane Erin, the first Atlantic hurricane of 2025, further weakened from Category 5 to a Category 3 storm on Sunday, August 17, as it churned over the Atlantic Ocean north of the Caribbean. Erin produced gusty winds and heavy rains across the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.

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Boxing: WBA light flyweight title match

Japanese boxer Kyosuke Takami celebrates after defeating Eric Rosa of the Dominican Republic in their WBA light flyweight world title match at Yokohama Buntai in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on July 30, 2025.

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Boxing: WBA light flyweight title match

Japanese boxer Kyosuke Takami (R) throws a punch at Eric Rosa of the Dominican Republic in the tenth round of their WBA light flyweight world title match at Yokohama Buntai in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on July 30, 2025.

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Boxing: WBA light flyweight title match

Japanese boxer Kyosuke Takami (L) throws a punch at Eric Rosa of the Dominican Republic in the tenth round of their WBA light flyweight world title match at Yokohama Buntai in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on July 30, 2025.

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Boxing: WBA light flyweight title match

Japanese boxer Kyosuke Takami (L) throws a punch at Eric Rosa of the Dominican Republic in the third round of their WBA light flyweight world title match at Yokohama Buntai in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on July 30, 2025.

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Boxing: WBA light flyweight title match

Japanese boxer Kyosuke Takami (L) fights against Eric Rosa of the Dominican Republic in the first round of their WBA light flyweight world title match at Yokohama Buntai in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on July 30, 2025.

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Boxing: WBA light flyweight title match

Japanese boxer Kyosuke Takami celebrates after defeating Eric Rosa of the Dominican Republic in their WBA light flyweight world title match at Yokohama Buntai in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on July 30, 2025.

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Boxing: WBA light flyweight title match

Japanese boxer Kyosuke Takami celebrates after defeating Eric Rosa of the Dominican Republic in their WBA light flyweight world title match at Yokohama Buntai in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on July 30, 2025.

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Boxing: WBA light flyweight title match

Japanese boxer Kyosuke Takami celebrates after defeating Eric Rosa of the Dominican Republic in their WBA light flyweight world title match at Yokohama Buntai in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on July 30, 2025.

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Boxing: WBA light flyweight title match

Japanese boxer Kyosuke Takami (C) celebrates after defeating Eric Rosa of the Dominican Republic in their WBA light flyweight world title match at Yokohama Buntai in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on July 30, 2025.

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Bilateral Meeting During UNOC3 - Nice

French President Emmanuel Macron and Dominican Republic's President Luis Abinader during a bilateral meeting as part of the France-Pacific Summit during the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), which gathers leaders, researchers and activists to discuss how to protect marine life until June 13, at the Prefecture in the French riviera city of Nice, on June 10, 2025. Photo by Bruno Bebert/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilateral Meeting During UNOC3 - Nice

French President Emmanuel Macron and Dominican Republic's President Luis Abinader during a bilateral meeting as part of the France-Pacific Summit during the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), which gathers leaders, researchers and activists to discuss how to protect marine life until June 13, at the Prefecture in the French riviera city of Nice, on June 10, 2025. Photo by Bruno Bebert/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Bilateral Meeting During UNOC3 - Nice

French President Emmanuel Macron and Dominican Republic's President Luis Abinader during a bilateral meeting as part of the France-Pacific Summit during the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), which gathers leaders, researchers and activists to discuss how to protect marine life until June 13, at the Prefecture in the French riviera city of Nice, on June 10, 2025. Photo by Bruno Bebert/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Baseball: Timoniel Perez, Alfonso Soriano of Carp

Photo taken on Feb. 19, 1996, shows Japanese professional baseball team Hiroshima Carp's Timoniel Perez (R) and Alfonso Soriano, both from the Dominican Republic, in Nichinan in Miyazaki Prefecture, southwestern Japan.

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Antonio Costa At 40th Cercle d Economia Meeting - Barcelona

The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, speaks during the 40th Meeting of the Cercle d'Economia, at the Palau de Congresos de Cataluña, on May 6, 2025, in Madrid (Spain). This year's edition is being held yesterday through tomorrow, May 7, under the theme 'Europe: wake-up call? How to respond at a time of geopolitical disruption'. Unlike other years, King Felipe VI will not be present at the 2025 edition, as he is traveling in the Dominican Republic. Photo by David Zorrakino/Europa Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dominican Republic: Dozens Killed, Nightclub Roof Collapses in Santo Domingo 2

The roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, collapsed early Tuesday, April 8, during a performance, killing at least 184 people. Among the fatalities were two former MLB players, Octavio Dotel and Tony Blanco. The cause of the collapse is unknown at the moment. This video shows the aerial view of the collapsed club.

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Dominican Republic: Dozens Killed, Nightclub Roof Collapses in Santo Domingo

The roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, collapsed early Tuesday, April 8, during a performance, killing at least 184 people. Among the fatalities were two former MLB players, Octavio Dotel and Tony Blanco. The cause of the collapse is unknown at the moment. This video shows ambulances arriving at the accident scene.

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Nightclub Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo

Rescuers work at the site of a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic, on April 8, 2025. The death toll from the nightclub roof collapse on Tuesday in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, has climbed to 79, authorities confirmed. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nightclub Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo

Rescuers work at the site of a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic, on April 8, 2025. The death toll from the nightclub roof collapse on Tuesday in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, has climbed to 79, authorities confirmed. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nightclub Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo

People gather near the site of a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic, on April 8, 2025. At least 27 people were killed Tuesday when the roof of the Jet Set nightclub collapsed in Santo Domingo, authorities confirmed. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nightclub Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo

Aerial photo taken on April 8, 2025 shows the site of a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic. At least 27 people were killed Tuesday when the roof of the Jet Set nightclub collapsed in Santo Domingo, authorities confirmed. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nightclub Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo

People gather near the site of a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic, on April 8, 2025. At least 27 people were killed Tuesday when the roof of the Jet Set nightclub collapsed in Santo Domingo, authorities confirmed. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nightclub Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo

Rescuers work at the site of a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic, on April 8, 2025. The death toll from the nightclub roof collapse on Tuesday in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, has climbed to 79, authorities confirmed. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nightclub Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo

Aerial photo taken on April 8, 2025 shows the site of a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic. At least 27 people were killed Tuesday when the roof of the Jet Set nightclub collapsed in Santo Domingo, authorities confirmed. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nightclub Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo

A policeman stands guard at the site of a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic, on April 8, 2025. At least 27 people were killed Tuesday when the roof of the Jet Set nightclub collapsed in Santo Domingo, authorities confirmed. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nightclub Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo

Rescuers search for survivors at the site of a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic, on April 8, 2025. At least 27 people were killed Tuesday when the roof of the Jet Set nightclub collapsed in Santo Domingo, authorities confirmed. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Nightclub Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo

Photo taken on April 8, 2025 shows the site of a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic. At least 27 people were killed Tuesday when the roof of the Jet Set nightclub collapsed in Santo Domingo, authorities confirmed. Photo by Str/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dominican Republic: Green Fireball Illuminates Night Sky

A green fireball was spotted illuminating the night sky over the Dominican Republic on Saturday, January 25. Reports indicate that the same fireball was also observed in Puerto Rico.

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Baseball: Premier12

Japan's Haruto Inoue throws against the Dominican Republic in an opening round Group B game at the Premier12 baseball tournament in Taipei on Nov. 18, 2024.

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Baseball: Premier12

Japan's Rikuto Yokoyama throws against the Dominican Republic in the eighth inning of an opening round Group B game at the Premier12 baseball tournament in Taipei on Nov. 18, 2024.