5 h. ago Man missing since leaving for Dominican Republic to save marriage

Man missing since leaving for Dominican Republic to save marriage  NBC4 Washington

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64 h. ago This Smash Burger Pioneer Is Leaving Mission Street for Good

This Smash Burger Pioneer Is Leaving Mission Street for Good  Eater San Francisco

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3 d. ago American tourists in popular vacation spot face increased risk of being killed, robbed

The Dominican Republic receives updated travel advisory warning Americans about violent crime, robbery, homicide and sexual assault amid concerns over limited police effectiveness.

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4 d. ago PM Netanyahu Tells Iranian People ‘Hour of Liberation Is Near’ — Israel Will ‘Shatter’ Regime

The “hour of liberation” for the Iranian people is near, declared Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stating that Israel’s military operations against Iran — aimed at neutralizing its nuclear and missile threats — will leave the current theocratic regime “shattered.” The post PM Netanyahu Tells Iranian People ‘Hour of Liberation Is Near’ — Israel Will ‘Shatter’ Regime appeared first on Breitbart.

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1 week ago Report: Tampa Bay Rays' Wander Franco Charged with Illegal Gun Possession

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was charged with illegal gun possession in the Dominican Republic on Sunday. The post Report: Tampa Bay Rays’ Wander Franco Charged with Illegal Gun Possession appeared first on Breitbart.

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2 w. ago In Puerto Rico, a Rise in Detentions Under Trump Creates Unease

Federal authorities on the island have recently detained hundreds of Dominicans, who often share the same ethnic background, language and culture as Puerto Ricans.

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2 w. ago Accordions: From Eastern Europe to Latin America, with love!

The influence of Eastern Europe immigration in Latin America can be heard in the way the accordion was adapted and adopted in countries like Mexico, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Brazil and beyond.This week we take a deep dive into those traditions with our guide, Eduardo Díaz, former director of Latino cultural information for the Smithsonian Institution.Featured artists and songs:• Narciso Martínez, "Nix"• Carlos Vives, "Hijo de Vallenato"• Los Corraleros de Majagual, "La Pollera Colorada" • Luis Gonzaga, "Asa Branca"• Grupo Alma Serrana, "Puerto Tirol"• Francisco Ulloa, "El Farolito"• Tatico Henriquez, "La Invasión de Deiziseis"CreditsAudio for this episode of Alt.Latino was edited and mixed by Simon Rentner. Our project manager is Grace Chung. NPR Music's executive producer is Suraya Mohamed. Our VP of Music and Visuals is Keith Jenkins.

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2 w. ago SF Parks Alliance to Shut Down Amid Misspending Scandal, Leaving Partners in the Lurch

SF Parks Alliance to Shut Down Amid Misspending Scandal, Leaving Partners in the Lurch  KQED

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2 w. ago Rays shortstop Wander Franco's child sexual abuse trial begins with emphatic plea: 'Let justice be done'

Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was in court to begin his trial for child sexual abuse in the Dominican Republic on Monday.

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2 w. ago 3 young sisters reported missing in Washington after leaving home for visitation with father

3 young sisters reported missing in Washington after leaving home for visitation with father  ABC News

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2 w. ago Alert canceled for 3 young sisters reported missing in Washington after leaving home for visitation with father

Alert canceled for 3 young sisters reported missing in Washington after leaving home for visitation with father  ABC News

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2 w. ago Commentary: Missed chance to sweep Yankees leaves Dodgers in a precarious spot

Commentary: Missed chance to sweep Yankees leaves Dodgers in a precarious spot  Los Angeles Times

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3 w. ago Dominican Republic's first table grapes land in the United States for the first time

Dominican Republic's first table grapes land in the United States for the first time  FreshFruitPortal.com

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3 w. ago Dominican Republic table grapes land in the United States for the first time

Dominican Republic table grapes land in the United States for the first time  FreshFruitPortal.com

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3 w. ago Tim McGraw reveals how Faith Hill 'saved' his life and transformed his 'wild' ways

During an appearance on the "Tracy Lawrence's Road House" podcast, Tim McGraw opened up about his nearly 30-year-long marriage to Faith Hill and explained how she managed to save him.

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4 w. ago One man's effort to bring 'Sinners' to residents of the town where it takes place

The movie Sinners takes place in Clarksdale, Miss., but its residents can't watch it without leaving town. Now the movie is coming to them.

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