Fuel Costs Hit: Aruba confirms a sharp jump in gasoline and diesel prices from Aug. 12, with premium unleaded up to 290.9 cents/liter and ULS diesel to 286.3 cents/liter—raising the cost of a typical 30-liter fill by about 7.50 florins. Waste Logistics: The Bureau City Inspector (BCI) will coordinate “Cuida Aruba” cleanup logistics on Aug. 28–29, guiding residents at collection points, monitoring illegal dumping, and stressing proper waste separation. Rehab Care Gap: Horacio Oduber Hospital director Jacco Vroegop says Aruba still lacks a full multidisciplinary rehabilitation facility, even as HOH has invested in nearby Aqua Windies to expand services. Business Momentum: DEZHI reports 242 new business permits in the first half of 2026, with activity spanning real estate, construction/technical installations, food retail, e-commerce, and more. Trade & Supply Diversification: Aruba will join HUB Cámara Santo Domingo 2026 on Sept. 9–10 to build regional trade ties, especially with Dominican Republic partners. Tourism & Culture: A documentary, “Through the Lens: Desmond Ridderstap…,” premieres Aug. 19 at the National Library, exploring street photography and island identity. Industry Human Side: An Aruban fisherman with 30+ years at sea says catches have dropped over the past decade as competition increases.