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Yamal scores on injury return as Spain thrash Saudi Arabia

ATLANTA, Ga. — The 2024 FIFA World Cup Group H campaign got a jolt of energy on Sunday, as the return of teenage prodigy Lamine Yamal unlocked reigning European champion Spain to a dominant 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Coming off a frustrating goalless draw against first-time qualifiers Cape Verde in their opening group fixture, the pre-tournament title favorites had faced growing scrutiny over their slow start and overreliance on possession without cutting-edge finishing. That narrative shifted completely within 10 minutes of kickoff, when Yamal — making his first starting appearance in two months after recovering from a hamstring injury — ended Spain’s 200-minute wait for a World Cup goal.

The Barcelona winger’s opening strike set the tone for a blistering first-half onslaught that put the game out of reach before the break. Mikel Oyarzabal, the in-form Real Sociedad forward, capitalized on two set-piece opportunities to double Spain’s lead in the 14th minute and extend the margin to 3-0 just three minutes later, sending Luis de la Fuente’s side into halftime with an unassailable advantage.

Sticking to his pre-planned minutes management for the injury-prone 18-year-old, De la Fuente withdrew Yamal at halftime, alongside Oyarzabal, to keep the pair fresh for upcoming group stage matches. Spain’s relentless attacking pressure did not let up, however, and the final blow came in the second half when a deflected effort off Saudi defender Hassan al-Tambakti slid into the back of the net for an own goal that rounded out the 4-0 scoreline.

The result catapults Spain (1 win, 1 draw, 4 points) to the top of Group C heading into the final round of group fixtures, setting up a high-stakes clash with two-time world champions Uruguay in Guadalajara next Friday. Uruguay, who entered Sunday’s play level on points with Spain, face Cape Verde later the same day in a match that will shape knockout stage qualification.

Sunday’s win also marked a memorable milestone for De la Fuente, who celebrated his 65th birthday with a statement performance that answered all critics who questioned his tactics after the opening draw. The Spanish manager made four changes to his starting lineup for the match, bringing in Yamal alongside Pedro Porro, Dani Olmo and Alex Baena, and the adjustments paid off immediately. The second half also gave valuable match minutes to returning injured players Nico Williams and Mikel Merino, who came off the bench to build up match fitness ahead of the knockout stage.

For Saudi Arabia, the result leaves the Asian side facing a do-or-die final group game against Cape Verde in Houston. The Arabian Falcons held Uruguay to a 1-1 draw in their opening fixture, but Sunday’s lopsided defeat has ramped up pressure on manager Georgios Donis, who voiced clear frustration after the match that two of Spain’s goals came from corner kick set pieces. A win against Cape Verde would see Saudi Arabia advance to the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time since the tournament was last hosted in the United States 32 years ago, but anything less will see them exit the competition early.

20 6 月, 2026
Brianna Lyston wins 100m in Holland

HENGELO, Netherlands — The 2024 FBK Games, a top-tier stop on World Athletics’ Continental Tour Gold circuit, delivered a standout performance from Jamaican rising sprint star Brianna Lyston on Sunday, who stormed to women’s 100m gold with a blistering 10.99-second finish against a -0.6m/s headwind. This remarkable result marks Lyston’s second sub-11-second 100m clocking of the 2024 outdoor season, coming just six days after she ran 11.18 seconds at the meet in Ostrava, Czechia — a progression that underscores her growing form ahead of major global championships. The former World Under-20 200m champion outpaced a competitive international field to secure the top spot on the podium. Host nation representative Minke Bisschops took home silver with a 11.08-second run, while Brazil’s Ana Azevedo rounded out the top three with a time of 11.26 seconds. Beyond the sprint, Jamaican athletes also made their mark in field events at the meet. Multiple Jamaican national champion Danniel Thomas-Dodd finished fourth in the women’s shot put, posting a best throw of 18.65m on the day. The event title went to home crowd favorite Jessica Schilder, the current world leader in the discipline, who unleashed a winning throw of 20.03m. Schilder beat her compatriot Jorinde Van Klinken, who took second with a 19.34m throw, while Portugal’s Jessica Inchude claimed third place at 18.83m. In the men’s discus throw, Olympic champion Roje Stona of Jamaica notched a fifth-place finish with a best throw of 65.22m. Germany’s Henrik Janssen took the event gold with a leading throw of 68.21m, followed by Chile’s Claudio Romero in second at 67.61m. Great Britain’s Lawrence Okoye secured the third spot on the podium with a 66.10m throw. The FBK Games continues to serve as a key preparation event for elite track and field athletes, offering high-level competition ahead of the year’s biggest global athletics events, with Lyston’s performance emerging as one of the weekend’s most notable highlights.

20 6 月, 2026
UWI mourns death of Emeritus Professor John Agard

PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD – The global environmental science community is mourning the loss of one of its most influential voices, Emeritus Professor John Agard, who passed away on Friday at the age of 71. The University of the West Indies (UWI), where Agard built a decades-long legendary career, has joined international colleagues and admirers in honoring the pioneering scientist’s extraordinary contributions to climate action, ecological conservation, and policy reform.

Described as a towering figure in tropical environmental science by UWI St Augustine Campus Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal Professor Rose-Marie Belle Antoine, Agard was far more than an academic. He was a brilliant innovator, a tireless community advocate, and a dedicated mentor who poured his energy into lifting up the next generation of environmental leaders. “A giant in the intellectual world, especially in relation to the environment and climate change sciences, he was committed to sharing his knowledge and worked just as tirelessly as a mentor,” Antoine said of the late professor.

As a leading scholar of Tropical Island Ecology, Agard’s work concentrated on two of the most pressing global challenges of our time: sustainable development and climate change, earning him widespread international acclaim. His impact extended far beyond the walls of academia, as he played a pivotal role in shaping foundational environmental legislation for the twin-island nation of Trinidad and Tobago. Among his key legislative achievements are the 2001 Certificate of Environmental Clearance Rules, the 2001 Noise Pollution Rules, and the 2001 Water Pollution Rules. He also helped drive the formal designation of critical protected areas across the country, including Matura Natural Park as an Environmentally Sensitive Area in 2004, Nariva Swamp as a Managed Resource Protected Area in 2006, and Aripo Savannahs as a Strict Scientific Reserve in 2007.

Agard’s influence reached a global scale through his contributions to landmark international environmental assessments. He served as a lead author for the Small Islands Chapter of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Fourth Assessment Report, published by Cambridge University Press. That report contributed to the IPCC sharing the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize with former U.S. Vice President Al Gore for advancing global understanding of anthropogenic climate change. He also took on lead author roles for two other award-winning global assessments: the Small Island Systems and Scenarios chapters for the 2005 Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (MA), which won the Zayed Prize for the Environment, and the Scenarios Chapter of the 2007 United Nations Environment Programme Global Environmental Outlook (GEO-4), where he served as coordinating lead author.

Closer to home, Agard co-led the groundbreaking Caribbean Sea Assessment (CARSEA) published in 2007 alongside the Cropper Foundation, a landmark study that shed light on ecological threats to the Caribbean marine environment. During his tenure as Chairman of Trinidad and Tobago’s Environmental Management Authority, he drove the development of innovative policy frameworks and governance systems, including the country’s first National Environmental Policy, laying the groundwork for decades of conservation work in the nation.

Agard, who was conferred the title of Emeritus Professor by UWI in 2023, was famously dedicated to his conservation mission. In a past interview, he described himself as someone who “doesn’t sleep in pursuit of his crusade,” a testament to his relentless commitment to protecting global ecosystems. In his own words, he summed up his life’s work simply: “My passion is to make the world a better place. To make my country a better place. To make my region a better place.”

20 6 月, 2026
David Collado launches “Dive Into Happiness” campaign to strengthen the promotion of Cabarete

Dominican Republic’s Tourism Minister David Collado has unveiled a groundbreaking international marketing campaign titled “Dive Into Happiness” at a launch event hosted in Miami, marking a key step in cementing Cabarete’s reputation as one of the Caribbean’s premier destinations for surfing and wind-powered water sports.

This latest initiative builds on a strategic tourism development framework rolled out several years ago, which branded Cabarete the official “Surf & Wind City” of the Caribbean. That earlier strategy was designed to put the Puerto Plata coastal town on both regional and global travel radars, positioning it as a top-tier hub for sports, adventure, and immersive experiential travel.

The campaign’s launch event drew high-profile professional surfers from both the Dominican Republic and Mexico, a deliberate pairing that aligns with the tourism ministry’s broader goal of bridging Dominican tourism offerings with key international audiences, while showcasing the full breadth of the country’s diverse travel attractions beyond its most well-known spots.

Through this new campaign, the Dominican Ministry of Tourism is doubling down on its effort to establish the country as the Caribbean’s leading multi-destination travel spot. Rather than only leaning into the nation’s iconic postcard-perfect beaches, the campaign shines a spotlight on niche, specialized destinations like Cabarete, which has already earned global acclaim for its unrivaled natural conditions ideal for surfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, and a wide range of other adrenaline-fueled water activities.

Industry analysts note the campaign delivers a much-needed economic boost to the Dominican Republic’s North Coast and the province of Puerto Plata as a whole. It also comes at a pivotal moment for national tourism leaders, who have made growing diversification of the country’s travel product and strengthening the unique identity of individual local destinations a core priority for long-term sector growth.

20 6 月, 2026
Dads celebrated at JCF Cadet Academy pre-Father’s Day event

KINGSTON, Jamaica — On a recent afternoon at the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Cadet Academy, a single sharp, purposeful salute carried far more weight than its symbolic form suggests. The gesture became the centerpiece of a heartfelt pre-Father’s Day gathering, crafted to honor the fathers, uncles, mentors, and all positive male figures who have stood by the academy’s young cadets through every step of their development. The event created a rare, vulnerable space where rising young men could publicly acknowledge the lasting impact these guiding figures have had on their lives.\n\nOrganizers set a clear mandate for the occasion: to honor, appreciate, and celebrate the men who embody the kind of responsible, values-driven leaders the cadets hope to become. Unlike many formal ceremonies, the celebration centered on open, genuine emotion, as father figures watched their cadets share firsthand how their consistent support has shaped their goals and characters.\n\nIn a striking display of community care, more than 70 male guests turned out for the event, and every single cadet at the academy was represented. For cadets who could not bring their biological father, a trusted uncle, older brother, cousin, teacher, or other positive mentor stepped in to fill the role. No young man was left without a guiding presence by his side. The gathered men formed a supportive circle around the cadets, offering quiet reassurance and demonstrating that the next generation has a network of reliable leaders to turn to as they grow into responsible adulthood. That collective, caring presence spoke louder than any prepared speech.\n\nCorporal Rome Miller, an officer assigned to the St Catherine North Policing Division, knows the impact of this support firsthand — he has two sons, Dante Miller and Tamari McKay, currently enrolled at the academy. Sharing his vision for the cadets, Miller said, “My hope is that they become successful, responsible, and happy men who make positive contributions to society. I want them to pursue their dreams while remaining grounded in their values.”\n\nFor Miller’s sons, having their father attend the celebration quickly became one of the most meaningful moments of their time at the academy. Dante noted that the casual, fun activities woven into the day made the experience even more special, saying, “Playing games while celebrating our father made the moment even more enjoyable.”\n\nOne of the most anticipated highlights of the day was a friendly father-and-son domino tournament. Teams of cadets and their male guests competed in a lively, good-spirited contest for the top prize. Beyond the excitement of competition, the event offered a natural opportunity to deepen connections and strengthen the bond between each mentor and cadet pair.\n\nIn a tangible expression of gratitude, every cadet presented their guest of honor with a custom gift basket. The gesture recognized the small, consistent acts of support that often go uncelebrated: attending Parent-Teacher Association meetings, showing up to offer advice during hard times, and providing steady support that helps young people thrive.\n\nDetective Inspector Rohan Knight, the event’s guest speaker, used his address to encourage attending fathers and mentors to keep up their critical work. “Fathers, I’m encouraging you to continue being prime examples to your children and even to other children who sometimes need mentors,” he told the crowd. He also stressed that open, consistent communication between male role models and young people is key, and reminded the gathered men that it is not a sign of weakness to seek guidance when facing difficult challenges with the young people in their care.\n\nDeputy Superintendent Tanecia Johnson, Principal of the JCF Cadet Academy, expressed overwhelming pride in how the day unfolded, noting that the event far exceeded her expectations. “The reason for having this event is because we wanted to create a safe space where our young men could truly recognise and celebrate the men who have consistently shown up for them without question and without fail,” she explained.\n\nJohnson added that the gathering served a broader public purpose as well: highlighting the critical value of positive male role models in modern society, and reinforcing just how much influence caring fathers and father figures have in shaping the next generation of responsible men.

20 6 月, 2026
Stokes to return as England captain for 3rd New Zealand Test – McCullum

LONDON — Just one week out from cricket’s most high-stakes encounter of the England-New Zealand Test series, head coach Brendon McCullum has confirmed that star all-rounder Ben Stokes will reclaim his position as captain for the series-deciding third Test at Trent Bridge, Nottingham.

Stokes was forced to sit out England’s lopsided 253-run second Test defeat at the Oval earlier this week, after he violated the team’s agreed curfew in the wake of England’s opening series victory at Lord’s earlier this month. Though benched for the international clash, the 35-year-old was cleared to represent his domestic side Durham, and turned in an eye-catching 95-run innings against Northamptonshire in the County Championship on Saturday.

Early Sunday, before the start of domestic play, both Stokes and fast bowler Gus Atkinson — the Surrey seaman also dropped from the England squad for his role in the curfew violation — were withdrawn from their respective domestic matches. The move immediately sparked speculation of an impending international recall, which McCullum confirmed to reporters at the Oval on Sunday afternoon.

“Ben will be back. He’ll be back and he’ll be captain,” said McCullum, a former New Zealand national captain himself. “I think everyone is excited about that, especially after seeing him hit some form for Durham. I’ve been speaking to Ben every single day since we had the incident and my assessment was that I was worried about him. To see him go out there and play some cricket and look like he was enjoying himself is really positive.”

Hours after McCullum’s announcement, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) officially confirmed both Stokes and Atkinson had been named in the 15-man squad for the third Test. However, the governing body also made clear that the pair had breached contractual rules requiring all England players to uphold strict standards of conduct at all times, acting in the best interests of English cricket. Both players received formal written warnings for their violation of team rules.

The ECB also released the findings of its full disciplinary investigation into the curfew breach, which ultimately led to a violent altercation at a London nightclub involving Saracens rugby player Totoa Auvaa. According to the ECB’s official statement, Auvaa was the aggressor who attacked Atkinson, and an England team security officer sustained injuries during the clash.

Crucially, the investigation cleared both Stokes and Atkinson of any wrongdoing connected to the confrontation. The ECB confirmed that “no blame should be attached to the players for violent conduct at the nightclub. Stokes was not involved in the altercation and did not witness either incident. The evidence the ECB has seen demonstrates that Atkinson was the victim of unprovoked attacks and did not retaliate on either occasion.” A separate review by England’s independent Cricket Regulator reached the same conclusion, finding the pair did nothing to provoke the incident.

The announcement also addressed ongoing speculation surrounding a reported rift between McCullum and Stokes in the wake of England’s underwhelming 4-1 Ashes series defeat in Australia back in January, when questions emerged about whether the successful leadership partnership could continue. The pair have worked together as captain and head coach since 2022, delivering a number of historic upset victories for the national side alongside underperforming runs in major tournaments.

When asked if the pair could still continue their leadership partnership effectively, McCullum pushed back on claims of tension. “We’ve worked together intimately for four years, we’ve achieved some cool things and we’ve let ourselves down in other things. We have robust conversations all the way through and that’s to be expected when you’re in positions of leadership. There’s mutual respect there. I’ve been very clear and very supportive of Ben throughout and particularly this week as well. I anticipate we’ll be able to work together really well with the week coming and I’m sure both of us still have that same vision for this cricket team.”

20 6 月, 2026
Christmas The Double Salary will be tax-free without a salary cap, according to Law 30-26

In a landmark legislative move that will deliver direct financial relief to working people across the country, the National Congress has formally passed Law 30-26, legislation that codifies permanent full tax exemption for the 13th-month salary, more commonly known as the annual Christmas bonus.

Unlike prior regulatory frameworks that imposed partial taxation on bonuses exceeding five times the national minimum wage, the new law makes clear that every worker will receive their full bonus amount with zero tax deductions, no matter how large the bonus payment is. To embed this protection in existing labor regulation, Law 30-26 adds a clarifying paragraph to Article 222 of the national Labor Code, explicitly reaffirming that the Christmas bonus tax exemption applies regardless of any salary cap.

Rogelio Hernández, a prominent labor law attorney, broke down the regulatory history that contextualizes this new legislation. He explained that before the passage of Law 204-97 in 1997, any portion of a Christmas bonus that surpassed five times the minimum wage was classified as a taxable supplementary benefit, requiring workers to pay income tax on that excess amount. While Law 204-97 first established full exemption for Christmas bonuses, the new Law 30-26 removes lingering regulatory ambiguity by formally reaffirming and entrenching this policy in binding statute.

“Now, under Law 30-26, the entire Christmas bonus is exempt, regardless of the amount. Whether a worker earns RD$500,000 or RD$1,000,000, they will receive the full amount as a Christmas bonus,” Hernández confirmed.

Beyond the Christmas bonus tax exemption, Law 30-26 includes a broad package of fiscal reforms designed to strengthen national fiscal discipline and buffer the domestic economy against ongoing global economic instability. Key additional provisions include flexible payment plans for taxpayers, generous discounts for early tax payments, a nationwide tax amnesty program running through December 2026, and updated adjusted tax brackets for both individual earners and legal business entities. Critics had previously warned that outdated indexing of income tax brackets would push more workers into higher tax brackets and force increased tax payments, a concern that the new legislation addresses through its updated rate structure.

The elimination of any partial taxation on Christmas bonuses puts an end to the long-standing issue of double taxation on worker compensation, a reform that labor advocates have championed for years to ensure working people retain the full benefit of their annual holiday pay.

20 6 月, 2026
The use of public force was necessary to remove the former president of the Cibao Oncology Center.

What began as a legitimate 2018 appointment to lead the Cibao Regional Cancer Institute (IORC) ended in a forced expulsion seven years later, after the former leader refused to step down following the end of his two-year term and now faces criminal charges for diverting public funds meant for vulnerable low-income cancer patients.

Héctor Antonio Lora Cruceta was formally named president of both IORC’s Board of Directors and its governing Board of Trustees on October 9, 2018, with a statutory term limit of just two years. When his tenure expired in 2020, Lora Cruceta refused to cede power, clinging to his position for an additional five years beyond his legal mandate. By October 2025, governing body officials had exhausted all administrative avenues to remove him, prompting the Board of Trustees to call an Extraordinary General Assembly on October 6 that year. During the meeting, members voted unanimously to install a new, legitimate Board of Directors led by Dr. Iván Alexis Mercader Mateo.

Rather than comply with the democratic decision of the board, Lora Cruceta — who stands accused of heading a criminal network that siphoned off millions of pesos in funding for low-income cancer care — launched a barrage of legal appeals to block the transfer of power. His obstruction dragged on for weeks, until authorities launched Operation Oncol4, arresting Lora Cruceta and his remaining allied board members and initiating criminal proceedings against the group.

Even after the unanimous vote to replace his leadership, Lora Cruceta and four other former board members — including his ex-wife Dilcia Vargas Sánchez, Thelma Sadi Rodríguez Báez, and Yanet Rodríguez — continued their efforts to reverse the outcome of the Extraordinary General Assembly. On October 23, 2025, the group filed a lawsuit seeking to invalidate the October 6 assembly, falsely claiming they still held legal authority to represent the institute. One week later, they filed a second civil suit to suspend the assembly’s results and request court-ordered asset sequestration of the board.

In the most damaging act of obstruction, on November 7, the ousted former leaders used an official bailiff’s order to block the transfer of the Cibaeño Cancer Foundation’s financial securities to major local banking institutions including BHD Bank, Banco de Reservas, and the La Altagracia Cooperative, as well as to other authorized entities. This action severely disrupted the day-to-day operations of the non-profit cancer institute, which relies on consistent access to its funds to deliver care to vulnerable patients.

It was not until October 15, 2025, that the legitimate new leadership was able to access the institute’s facilities. After repeated attempts to negotiate a voluntary transfer failed and Lora Cruceta and his allies refused to vacate the Board of Trustees’ premises, officials were forced to request intervention from state security forces to physically remove the illegal incumbents. Court documents supporting the use of coercive measures note that this intervention was unavoidable: up to that point, the ousted former leadership had actively blocked the legitimately elected October 6 board — comprising Mercader Mateo, Dr. Naly Antonia Cruz Ventura, Nicolás Edmundo de Jesús Guillén Guzmán, Edilma Inés Rodríguez Vargas, and Radhamés José Rosado Sánchez — from taking up their official posts and beginning their work.

20 6 月, 2026
The basic food basket has risen 534 pesos, representing 1.1% so far this year

Fresh official economic data from the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD) confirms that both the cost of the national basic family food basket and overall inflation have maintained steady upward trajectories through the first five months of 2026, placing growing financial strain on household budgets across the country.

By the end of May 2026, the average cost of the basic family food basket hit 49,268.36 Dominican pesos. This marks a 1.1% cumulative increase since the start of the year, equal to a 534.08 peso rise from the January 2026 average of 48,734.28 pesos. Price hikes have been observed across all income quintiles, with the highest-income fifth quintile recording the largest absolute increase at 1,378.43 additional pesos. Lower income brackets saw smaller but still notable increases: the lowest first quintile rose by 182.56 pesos, the second by 293.27 pesos, the third by 428.64 pesos, and the fourth by 529.15 pesos.

Inflationary pressure has also not been evenly distributed across the Dominican Republic’s regions. Between January and May 2026, the East region experienced the steepest rise in basic food basket costs at 681.43 pesos, followed by the North region with a 591.94 peso increase and the Ozama region at 552.34 pesos. The South region saw the most moderate growth, with an overall increase of just 265.58 pesos.

Overall national inflation has consistently outpaced the BCRD’s official target range of 4.0% ± 1.0% through the first five months of the year. Starting at 4.98% in January, inflation rose to 5.11% in April before climbing an additional 0.24 percentage points to 5.35% in May. Beyond food costs, rising prices for essential services and transportation have compounded increases to the overall cost of living.

In the services sector alone, monthly inflation hit 0.42% in May 2026, driven largely by higher prices for personal care services. Year-over-year, services inflation reached 6.6% through May when compared to the same period in 2025. When breaking down inflation drivers across sectors, transportation recorded the largest cumulative price increase in the first five months of 2026 at 2.16%, making it the top contributor to overall national inflation. It was followed by services at 0.42%, restaurants and hotels at 0.41%, and health care at 0.36%.

Not all sectors saw price growth, however. Five categories recorded modest price decreases through May 2026: recreation and culture (-0.98%), food and non-alcoholic beverages (-0.58%), communications (-0.16%), clothing (-0.10%), and furniture (-0.04%).

Overall, the sustained upward trend in core living costs and above-target inflation has eroded Dominican households’ purchasing power through the first half of 2026, creating ongoing financial challenges for families covering daily basic needs.

20 6 月, 2026
Summer arrives with high temperatures and rain: Indomet explains what will happen today

The Dominican Republic’s national weather authority, the Dominican Institute of Meteorology (Indomet), has released a detailed forecast for this Sunday, outlining a day of shifting weather conditions driven by two key atmospheric factors: a passing tropical wave and lingering Saharan dust. According to the agency’s official update, Sunday morning will be dominated by a muted, grayish, opaque sky across the country, a visual effect caused by high concentrations of wind-carried Saharan dust particles lingering in the upper atmosphere. As the day progresses, the approaching tropical wave will trigger dramatic weather shifts in the afternoon, bringing heavy downpours, sudden thunderstorms, and gusty wind conditions to a wide swathe of national territory. Hard-hit areas will include the capital metropolitan region of Greater Santo Domingo, as well as the eastern and central provinces of La Altagracia, El Seibo, La Romana, Hato Mayor, San Pedro de Macorís, Monte Plata, San Cristóbal, Monseñor Nouel, and Sánchez Ramírez, with adjacent localities also expected to see severe weather activity. Beyond the immediate daily forecast, Indomet also reminded the public that June 21 marks the official start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere – the astronomical event that brings the longest period of daylight and shortest night of the calendar year. Compounding the weather conditions, Indomet confirmed that unusually high temperatures will persist across most of the Dominican Republic, driven by both the seasonal shift to summer and the insulating effect of lingering Saharan dust in the atmosphere. To help residents avoid heat-related illness, the institute has issued public health guidance, urging people across the country to maintain consistent hydration, wear loose, light-colored lightweight clothing that reflects sunlight, and limit prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, particularly during the peak heating window between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

20 6 月, 2026