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Hispaniola death toll from Isaac climbs to 9

The death toll from Tropical Storm Isaac has climbed to nine after authorities in the Dominican Republic reported two deaths Sunday....

 

Isaac nears Haiti; Fla. residents told to prepare now

Tropical Storm Isaac

Tropical Storm Isaac headed toward the Dominican Republic and Haiti on Friday, continuing its march across the Caribbean and prompting Florida officials to urge residents to prepare now.

 

Team USA romps in Olympic tuneup

Kevin Durant had 24 points and 10 rebounds to lead the U.S. Olympic basketball team to a 113-59 victory over the Dominican Republic on Thursday night in an exhibition game.

 

Irene may hit hurricane status Monday

Authorities posted warnings for Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic as forecasters predicted Tropical Storm Irene would strengthen into a hurricane Monday.

 

Haiti aid chopper crashes, two Americans killed

Two Americans were killed when their helicopter, which was participating in aid and recovery operations in earthquake-hit Haiti, crashed in the Dominican Republic, aviation authorities said on Friday.

 

World Baseball Classic: Netherlands' 3-2 win stuns Dominicans WBC Standings

Missing an injured Alex Rodriguez and several other stars, the Dominican Republic was punchless at the plate.

 

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