Tourism & Safety: Royal Caribbean is extending its suspension of ship calls to Labadee, Haiti, through June 2027, with common substitutes including Samaná in the Dominican Republic. Expat Life: A new guide breaks down how healthcare works in the DR—public vs. private systems—and what expats should know before they arrive. Tourism Education: The Defense Ministry, MITUR, and UN Tourism team up to expand vocational training for tourism workers, including student and teacher mobility. Culture & Music: DADA in Ridgewood hosts Afro-Dominican roots and Latin jazz this weekend, spotlighting artists like Leo Genovese and Julieta Rada. Well-Being: The Dominican Republic ranks 64th in the World Happiness Report 2026, scoring 6.093/10. Education Policy: The ADP warns the new Penal Code could limit teachers’ functions and submits observations to deputies. Women & Sports: Cabarete Butterfly Effect wraps with a record 190 participants from seven countries, centered on women’s empowerment and a major beach cleanup. Heritage Tourism: FEDA and CEA launch a sugar-industry heritage tourism route in Hato Mayor, linking historic mills and museums. Immigration & Culture: Dajapón Fest 2026 celebrates 70 years of Japanese immigration with food, martial arts, and Bon Odori at Japanese Colony Park in Dajabón. Sports Events: Santo Domingo 2026 Games logistics ramp up as Las Américas airport prepares for thousands of arrivals starting July 17. Earthquake Preparedness: INTEC hosts a forum urging stronger building safety standards and earthquake preparedness. Education & Law: ADOMA and FORLEX Academy promote debate on administrative sanctioning law and how it should protect rights in public services.