Video shows moments before nightclub roof collapses in Dominican Republic

Video shows moments before nightclub roof collapses in Dominican Republic

An iconic nightclub in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, collapsed early Tuesday during a live merengue concert. The roof of Jet Set nightclub suddenly collapsed. Hundreds of people were present, including high-profile politicians and athletes. Officials reported that at least 66 died and over 160 others were injured. A video recorded shortly … Read more

Dominican Republic President Abinader re-elected to 2nd term

Dominican Republic President Abinader re-elected to 2nd term

  Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader was re-elected on May 19 for another four-year term, an endorsement of his handling of the economy and tough policies toward migration from Haiti. The two nations share the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, but the much more prosperous Dominican Republic stands in stark contrast to its poverty and gang … Read more