Santiago.-For the third time, the hearing to determine the coercive measure against Christopher Torres Ortiz, alias “El Mosquito”, and David Jiménez Feliz, identified by the Public Ministry as the alleged responsible for robbing a woman in broad daylight, was postponed, in an event that occurred in broad daylight in the center of Santiago and was […]
National Police reports the surrender of "El Mocho" for the assault on a jewelry store in Cristo Rey and identifies a fifth person involved Santo Domingo.- The National Police reported this Monday the voluntary surrender of Wilkyn Jonathan Báez de los Santos, alias “El Mocho”, who was wanted for his alleged participation in the assault […]
Santo Domingo.– The hearing of the judicial process related to the Jet Set case was postponed to April 6th, a decision adopted by the court during this Monday's session at the Palace of Justice in Ciudad Nueva, according to lawyers for the plaintiff parties upon leaving the courtroom. The lawyer Cristian García, representative of Mariela […]
Santiago.- The excitement for baseball overflowed again this Sunday in Santiago, where hundreds of fans remain in maximum expectation and with full confidence that the selection of Dominican Republic will be victorious against the United States in the decisive semifinal game of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, scheduled for 8:00 p.m. From the early hours, […]
A Mexican couple from Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico, expressed to De Último Minuto their excitement about visiting the Dominican Republic for the first time and being able to witness the national carnival parade. The couple explained that, upon researching the country's tourist attractions and beaches, they discovered that a national carnival parade is celebrated, so […]
30% of the participants arrived from Chile, Argentina, the United States, Cuba, and Puerto Rico, consolidating the international character of the event, which took place in the Cibao region. La Vega, Dominican Republic. – With the participation of more than three hundred national and international cyclists, the Gran Fondo Cycling Challenge RD 2026 successfully celebrated […]
Punta Cana.- The final of the Dominican Republic Open Copa Cap Cana (ATP Challenger 175 category), which was being played between Italian tennis player Mattia Bellucci and Argentine Mariano Navone, has been temporarily suspended due to the high temperatures recorded during the day. Given the conditions of extreme heat, the match referee and tournament organizers […]
SANTO DOMINGO. – Dominican world champion Carlos Adames, known as “El Caballo Bronco” (The Bronco Horse), will defend his middleweight title (160 pounds) sanctioned by the World Boxing Council against American Austin Williams, on March 21st at the Caribe Royale Resort, in Orlando, Florida. You may be interested in:Kelvin Cruz doubles economic contribution to TBS […]
The Atlanta Braves player will lose his season salary and will not be able to participate in the World Baseball Classic United States - Atlanta Braves designated hitter Jurickson Profar has been suspended for 162 games after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance for the second time in the last year, sources told ESPN. You […]
Boca Chica.- The New York Yankees academy for Latin America proudly celebrated a new high school graduation ceremony, in an event held at its Boca Chica facilities that reaffirms the organization's commitment to the comprehensive training of its prospects and collaborators. The graduation, led by Joel Lithgow, director of the Yankees academy for Latin America, […]
Vienna.- 'Online' fraud already accounts for the majority of scams and artificial intelligence (AI) is accelerating its expansion, while many states are not prepared to stop a crime with which organized crime earns billions of dollars, warns the UN on the eve of a summit in Vienna on this phenomenon. "At this moment, fraud, and […]
New York.- The dating app Tinder announced that it will incorporate more artificial intelligence (AI) into its platform to create 'more personalized' matches and make smarter recommendations to users. In a statement, the company announced this Friday that it launched its Chemistry pilot function in the United States and Canada, based on artificial intelligence, which […]
Santo Domingo.- President Luis Abinader informed, during his accountability, a series of strategic agreements with global technology companies that consolidate the Dominican Republic as a key destination for the economy of the future, innovation and high value-added investment. As part of the vision of sustainable growth and productive diversification, the president highlighted the signing of […]
New York, Feb 26 (EFE).- Instagram has announced that "next week" it will begin to notify parents if their teenage child "attempts to repeatedly search for terms related to suicide or self-harm" on its social network, according to its parent company, Meta, announced this Thursday. You may be interested in: Keys to the Seedance phenomenon, […]
Beijing.- A year after DeepSeek shook the global artificial intelligence (AI) industry with its 'chatbot', China returns to the center of the technological debate with the hyperrealistic videos of Seedance 2.0, ByteDance's video tool that opens a new battle in the sector and rekindles the controversy over copyright in Hollywood. Since its launch this month, […]
International Writing.- The Iranian government confirmed the death of Ali Lariyani, secretary of the Supreme National Security Council and a key figure in the country, early this Wednesday after Israel announced it had killed him in a bombing last night in Tehran. Through a message with the photograph of the person considered the right-hand man […]
In statements to the press aboard Air Force One, US President Donald Trump, stated this Sunday that Washington is holding talks with Iran. To a journalist's question about whether his Administration is carrying out any diplomatic contact with the Islamic Republic at the moment, the president replied: "Yes, we are talking to them, but I don't […]
Rio de Janeiro.- The entities that represent Brazilian journalists requested this Sunday protection for the professionals covering the hospitalization of former President Jair Bolsonaro after denouncing threats, aggressions and attempts at intimidation in front of the hospital where the far-right leader remains admitted in Brasilia. The National Federation of Journalists (Fenaj) and regional unions repudiated […]
Caracas.- Eight people were injured this Sunday in an accident on the Ezequiel Zamora railway system of Venezuela, including the driver of a wagon, authorities reported. The accident occurred at La Rinconada station, in Caracas, from where trains depart to Valles del Tuy, an area of Miranda state (north) near the Venezuelan capital. You may […]
New York.- The Israeli army estimates that the war against Iran that began alongside the United States on February 28th could last up to three to six more weeks, because we still have thousands of targets ahead of us, said the military spokesman for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to CNN. “We are prepared, in […]
Santo Domingo. – The humorist and impersonator Liondy Ozoria spoke out about the controversy surrounding doctor Cruz Jiminián Fadul, stating that he will not enter into debates, but took the opportunity to call for social awareness about autism. During his participation in the Soberano Awards, Ozoria expressed that, beyond the controversy, the important thing is […]
Miami, FL - Dominican artist Dariel Amant, known as "El Amante", presents his new single “Mi Corazoncito”, a soft and enveloping Latin R&B song in Spanglish that mixes romance, vulnerability and a modern urban vibe. "Mi Corazoncito" is now available on all digital platforms. With a warm production, intimate melodies, and a catchy chorus, "Mi […]
On the afternoon of this Sunday, the city of Santo Domingo vibrated to the rhythm of color and the joy of the National Carnival Parade. The event brought together more than 150 comparsas from all over the country, as well as invited international delegations, showcasing the cultural and folkloric richness of the Dominican Republic. Among […]
Edward Montas, a young disabled man belonging to the group Tribu Aborigen de Puerto Plata, surprised the attendees during the national carnival parade by parading in a wheelchair. Despite his physical limitation, Montas assured that “limits are in the mind”, demonstrating that disability is not an obstacle to actively participate in the cultural traditions of […]
A Mexican couple from Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico, expressed to De Último Minuto their excitement about visiting the Dominican Republic for the first time and being able to witness the national carnival parade. The couple explained that, upon researching the country's tourist attractions and beaches, they discovered that a national carnival parade is celebrated, so […]
Although the Central Electoral Board has not officially kicked off the presidential pre-campaign for 2028, the Dominican political scene shows unequivocal signs of early activation. The main parties are moving as if the contest were underway, multiplying events, refining speeches and appealing to polls to legitimize positions, in a context where public opinion is beginning […]
A country can ignite from a chat: WhatsApp sets the agenda before the media. A single forward surpasses any headline. In the digital age, the real information crisis doesn't ignite in the newsrooms of a media outlet, nor on the front pages of newspapers: it begins in a simple WhatsApp chat. Before any media outlet […]
In the Dominican Republic, presidents don't fall because of the opposition. They fall because of something more intimate and devastating: their own family. When corruption shares the same last name as the presidential band, it ceases to be a case and becomes a sentence. It's not a contract that is judged: it's the entire credibility […]
In 2015, an internal crisis within the Dominican Liberation Party (PLD) forced the leadership of that organization to promote a constitutional reform to enable President Danilo Medina, who had been elected in 2012 through a constitution that prohibited consecutive re-election. Medina was eligible to try to return in 2020, that is, after a period, a […]
For days, Leonardo Aguilera has been the target of a campaign as evidently coordinated as it is poorly executed. Defamation, slander, and half-truths circulate on networks and certain media with suspicious synchronicity. Who's sending them? Who's biting their nails? The formula is old: fabricate scandals where they don't exist, repeat lies until they seem like […]
By the end of December 2025, a total of 2,432,540 workers contribute to the Dominican Social Security System (SDSS), generating 2,527,123 contributions registered in the system, according to the most recent Statistical Bulletin of the Contributory Regime published by the Social Security Treasury (TSS). The report, prepared from the administrative records of the Single Information, […]
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic received $887.6 million in remittances in February, 9.6% less than the amount received in January of this year ($982.8 million), and also $29.4 million less compared to the same month of 2025, the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD) reported this Sunday. The BCRD indicated that this reduction in […]
Caracas.- The acting president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, informed this Saturday of the entry of 300 million dollars to a recently created fund for "social protection" from an "extraordinary sale" of fuel oil, a fuel derived from petroleum. In an act broadcast by the state channel Venezolana de Televisión (VTV), the Chavista leader assured that […]
New York.- The United States Department of Energy (DOE) announced this Friday that it will begin releasing oil from its strategic reserve at the end of next week, with a first phase of 86 million barrels of crude oil. In a statement, the DOE notes that it has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for […]
Washington.- The United States Treasury Department announced this Thursday that it will temporarily authorize countries to purchase Russian oil that is in transit, in order to contain the escalation of crude oil prices, caused by the war in Iran. The Secretary of the Treasury, Scott Bessent, announced the measure on his X account and estimated […]
Do you think you know everything? Science and history continue to reveal surprising data that shows the world is full of mysteries and curiosities. These facts, supported by scientific research, can change the way we see reality. 1. Humans and bananas share part of their DNA Although it may sound strange, humans share some genes […]
Santo Domingo.– The Miss and Mister of Dominican Republic organization officially launched its concentration week, marking the beginning of a new stage in the country's beauty pageants. Alejandro Martínez, one of the event directors, reported that throughout the week the candidates will participate in various activities, including talent competition, "head to head" dynamics, interviews with […]
Bogotá, Colombia.- The Minister of Tourism, David Collado, inaugurated the Dominican stand at the tourism fair La Vitrina de ANATO, which began this Wednesday in Bogotá, Colombia and will run until Friday. Accompanied by businessmen, bankers, diplomats and other sector actors, Minister Collado cut the ribbon, after assuring that he will continue making his greatest […]
Madrid, Spain.- Dominican journalist Cristian Santana presented a new installment of his program Sabor de la Calle, this time broadcasting from the city of Madrid, where he toured some of the most emblematic gastronomic points of the Spanish capital, combining local tradition with the authentic flavor of the Dominican community abroad. During the tour, Santana […]
Miami, Florida. — In a context where artificial intelligence redefines competitiveness globally, Dominican Jack Mateo, developed a strategic agenda at the Miami Dade College (MDC), focused on training in AI applied to the business sector. The AI expert held a meeting with Pedro Santos, Executive Director of Emerging Technologies at MDC, in which initiatives aimed […]
If anything has been highlighted by the prolonged Haitian crisis, it is the historical debt that the Dominican Republic has with its own border. The provinces that guard that line of more than 390 kilometers not only face the direct consequences of the collapse of the Haitian state, but have also been, for decades, forgotten […]
Without a doubt, the tourism sector represents one of the greatest successes of the governments of President Luis Abinader, an area that he already knew well before his arrival at the Presidency of the Republic, due to his experience as a local businessman. Since his swearing-in in August 2020, the Tourism Cabinet was implemented, coordinated […]
This July 4th, the United States commemorates the 249th anniversary of its independence, a date that marks the beginning of a nation forged in the fight for freedom, civil rights, and self-determination. Since then, this feat has been celebrated in multiple cultural expressions that exalt patriotic pride and the sense of national belonging. However, on […]
Today we proudly and gratefully celebrate the fourth anniversary of De Último Minuto, a project that was born with the firm conviction of transforming the way information is reported in the Dominican Republic. In these four years, we have witnessed —and been protagonists— of a revolution in digital journalism, marked by immediacy, technological innovation, and […]
On the eve of celebrating the fourth anniversary of De Último Minuto, we reaffirm our commitment to innovation, technology and, above all, to you: our readers. We are driven by the constant desire to evolve, to do things differently and to keep up with the times. Therefore, today we present two new products that will […]
Santo Domingo.- Singer Martha Heredia, winner of Latin American Idol in 2009, announced the birth of her son and asked for prayers for his health, as the newborn is admitted to a medical center.
Through a message posted on her Instagram account, Heredia shared her feelings and the hope that accompanies her in this new chapter of her life.
"Working hard in my career without giving up because I am waiting for you at home with dad to give you a decent life full of love and family peace, with all the hopes of becoming that example of perseverance that guides you on the right path, my son, and you grow up seeing mommy and daddy fighting and working for you," wrote the artist.
Heredia also expressed his gratitude to God amidst the difficulties he faces.
“En medio de tantas pruebas Dios sigue siendo fiel, mostrándome su amor y su misericordia. Llegaste para enseñarme que hay que ser fuerte y confiar en el propósito divino. Les pido muchas oraciones, no pido más, yo confío en el Señor y siempre ha sido fiel”, agregó.
agregó Heredia.
The interpreter, who is in a relationship with the Mexican singer Gerardo Lares, had revealed her pregnancy in May of this year. Although she did not offer details about the baby's health, her followers and colleagues in the artistic world have expressed messages of support and solidarity.
Santo Domingo. – The communicator Milizen expressed her emotion after receiving her first nomination at the Soberano Awards 2026, calling this achievement a boost to continue developing quality proposals on national television. "It's a mix of emotions, I have many butterflies. It's my first nomination and my first time on the red carpet on this […]
Santo Domingo. – Actress Carlota Carretero was awarded the Soberano award for the Performing Arts during the 2026 Soberano Awards ceremony, in recognition of her outstanding career and contributions to national theater. Carretero, considered one of the most respected figures in the Dominican scene, received the statuette amid applause, solidifying a career marked by interpretative […]
Santo Domingo.– The artist and communicator Amara La Negra expressed her emotion and gratitude after receiving the award for Outstanding Communicator Abroad at the Soberano Awards on Wednesday night, where she also announced her return to music. "For me it is an honor and a pleasure to be able to receive this award... it feels […]
Caracas.- The acting president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, announced this Wednesday that she declared March 17 as the National Baseball Day in the country, to commemorate the first victory of a national team in the World Baseball Classic after the final played this Tuesday with the United States. During an event at the Miraflores presidential […]
São Paulo.- At least eight people died this Wednesday during a police operation against drug trafficking in favelas in the center of Rio de Janeiro, the regional government reported. The action launched by the special operations battalion led to the death of Claudio Augusto dos Santos, known as Jiló, one of the leaders of drug […]
Caracas.- General-in-chief of the Venezuelan Army Gustavo González López, sanctioned for human rights violations by the U.S. and the European Union (EU), became the new head of Defense of the country, replacing Vladimir Padrino López, the longest-serving minister of Nicolás Maduro who could not prevent Washington from capturing the Chavista leader. González López, 65 years […]
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