PARTIDO RAIZ: Only 35% of households reach the minimum level for a decent living

Partido RAIZ recently held the fifth session of its Academy of Good Governance 2025 (ABG), focused on the theme “Social & Economic Impact.” The session was led by economist Mr. Herry Koolman, a professional with over 30 years of experience, who...

The cadushi: A symbol of strength in Aruba’s nature

0 Aruba’s landscape is filled with plants that not only contribute to the island’s beauty but also play an important role in maintaining a healthy environment. Some enrich the soil, attract pollinators, and support a balanced ecosystem. One of the...

California Lighthouse Maintenance Aruba: Temporary Closure for Major Restoration

The California Lighthouse maintenance Aruba project has officially begun this October. The island’s most famous landmark, located at Hudishibana, will remain closed to the public until late 2025. This temporary closure marks the start of a...

Dreading the cold weather? Here are 10 cruises for winter sun

When winter’s well and truly set in, the nights are long and your vitamin D — not to mention your mood — needs a boost, a cruise in the sunshine is the answer. Nip to the Canaries for a week of island-hopping or jump on a flight to Miami for a...

Less volatile

Caribbean advocacy organisation Ocan does not foresee any major changes in Dutch policy for the islands (see related story) after last week’s Second Chamber of Parliament elections. Projected narrow winner by votes D66 – tying in seats at 26 each...

Carentra collects all types of oil to protect the environment

0 On Wednesday morning, during a press conference, Prime Minister Mike Eman announced that the neighborhood clean-up project held every Saturday – Baki den Bario – will now continue in Bubali. This time, residents will not only be able to dispose...

Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort continues its legacy as Aruba’s only resort in the Top 40 Caribbean Resorts

0 Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort in Aruba has once again earned international recognition, securing a spot among the Top 40 Resorts in the Caribbean in the Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. It proudly remains the only resort in Aruba to...

 Colonialism’s Legacy Has Left Caribbean Nations Much More Vulnerable To Hurricanes 

1 Long before colonialism brought slavery to the Caribbean, the native islanders saw hurricanes and storms as part of the normal cycle of life. The Taino of the Greater Antilles and the Kalinago, or Caribs, of the Lesser Antilles developed systems...

Only months in: Secrets Baby Beach Aruba strengthens the economy

0 Despite opening recently, Secrets Baby Beach Aruba shows big impact. Based on data from its first three months of operation, the resort shows remarkable potential for job creation, tax revenue, and local economic growth. The findings provide a...

At HPE, our vision is to make networking truly cloud-native and AI-driven.” – Jacob Chacko, HPE Aruba Networking

CNME Editor Mark Forker sat down for an exclusive interview with Jacob Chacko, Regional Director, Middle East and Africa at HPE Aruba Networking, in an effort to better understand how their acquisition of Juniper Networks for $14bn can help them...

Ministry of VROMI and teatt sign agreement to strengthen cooperation on resources and food security

Historic multilateral agreement formalizes collaboration between Sint Maarten, Netherlands, Aruba, and Curaçao on environmental protection and sustainable development The Ministry of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure...

Ranked: Countries With the Largest Forests in 2025

Ranked: 35 Countries With the Largest Forests in 2025 See visuals like this from many other data creators on our Voronoi app. Download it for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key...

More than a thousand people have now completed Iberostar’s “Shoco Ambassador Training.”

0 The program, organized by Iberostar in partnership with Aruba Birdlife Conservation, is designed to educate participants on protecting the shoco, Aruba’s native burrowing owl, and promoting the conservation of the island’s natural environment....

A.T.A. strengthens commercial ties with key partners in the Netherlands

0 The Aruba Tourism Authority (A.T.A.) is strengthening its commercial relationships in Europe as part of its ongoing strategy to diversify tourism. During a recent visit to the Netherlands, the A.T.A. management delegation met with several key...

Member of Parliament Endy Croes: They don’t even understand!

AVP-Futuro coalition parliamentarians urgently need a course on the Kingdom Law process Member of Parliament Endy Croes explained that members of the AVP-Futuro coalition, with the exception of Mike de Meza, were completely lost during Tuesday’s...

Top 9 Last-Minute Winter Sun Escapes Under 6 Hours from NYC – December 2025 Picks

Winter in New York City can feel endless when you’re scraping ice off car windshields and dodging slush puddles in expensive boots. The city that never sleeps sometimes needs a serious break from the bitter cold and short, gray days that define...

How to Connect Ethernet: The Complete Guide for Secure and Reliable Networking

Have you ever faced lagging Wi-Fi, unstable connections, or security issues while working online? For cybersecurity professionals and business leaders alike, those small lags can mean productivity loss or even data risk. The solution? A solid...

Best Beaches for every month of the year

3.4K There’s a beach for everyone and for every month: from the stunning sands of Latin America, to the beautiful British coast, onwards to the Mediterranean and then down to a Pacific island paradise. JANUARY – San Juan del Sur Bay, Nicaragua...

HPE Drives Responsible AI and Modular Data Center Innovation Across MEA

Michael Langafal, Head of Technology & Business Development at Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) for the Emirates and Africa, shares insights on how the company continues to push the boundaries of innovation and sustainability at GITEX 2025—one of...

Parliamentarian Jennifer Arends-Reyes: “Excellence and commitment are key factors contributing to the success of our tourism industry”

Member of Parliament Jennifer Arends-Reyes attended the annual AHATA Excellence Awards 2025 ceremony — an event dedicated to honoring and recognizing outstanding achievements within Aruba’s tourism sector. During an evening filled with emotion,...