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By EVENS SANON (Reporting) PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Haiti’s newly selected Prime Minister Garry Conille and Haiti’s police chief visited the country’s largest hospital on Tuesday, after authorities said they took control of the medical institution over the weekend from armed gangs. Haitian Police Chief Normil Rameau told a news conference Monday that police took control of the Hospital of the State University of Haiti, known as the General Hospital in Port-au-Prince, on Sunday night after months of escalating attacks from armed groups. Haitians will “wake up one morning and find the operation done, the bandits stopped, and neutralized,” Normil…
US President Joe Biden : “We are shocked and saddened to learn of the horrific assassination of President Jovenel Moïse and the attack on First Lady Martine Moïse of Haiti. We condemn this heinous act, and I send my most sincere wishes for the recovery of the First Lady Moses. The United States offers its condolences to the Haitian people and we stand ready to assist as we continue to work for a safe and secure Haiti.” António Guterres Secretary General of the UN v “The Secretary General condemns in the strongest terms the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse of…
One of my favorite Haitian foods is stew turkey and today I’ve decided to share my recipe with you. Haitian turkey is one of those meals you can’t go wrong with. It will take you about an hour to an hour and a half depending on what you plan on making it with. Stew Turkey 2 pounds Turkey Wings (Cut up in chunks)2 lime (to clean the meat)1 cup vinegar (to clean the meat)1 large onion (sliced)1 tbsp salt2 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp tomato paste2 sprigs thyme1/2 green bell pepper (sliced)1/2 red bell peppers (sliced)2 tbsp Haitian Epis (You can…
A Haitian migrant accused of raping a 15-year-old at a Massachusetts shelter has been released on bail — despite a request from federal immigration officials to keep him in jail. Cory Alvarez, who had been held without bail since his March arrest, was freed on a measly $500 bail on Tuesday after the Plymouth County Superior Court ignored a request from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to keep the suspect in custody, the Boston Herald reported. Alvarez was released following a dangerousness hearing, a spokesperson with the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office told The Post Friday. “We then requested that Alvarez be…
By ELLIOT SPAGAT and REBECCA SANTANA Updated 3:59 PM EDT, June 28, 2024 Share SAN DIEGO (AP) — About 300,000 Haitians already in the United States will now be eligible for temporary legal status allowing them to remain in the U.S. and work because conditions in the strife-torn Caribbean nation are considered unsafe for them to return, the Homeland Security Department said Friday. The decision marks a major expansion of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and won praise from many in the Haitian and immigration advocacy community. The TPS designation was created by Congress in 1990 to prevent deportations to…
1. Signing a lease for an apartment that’s completely yours – no parents, no siblings, no roommates, no boyfriend or girlfriend, just you. It doesn’t matter if it’s the smallest studio in existence, because it’s still yours. 2. Doing something that’s terrified you your entire life – it can be as drastic as skydiving or as seemingly low-key as signing up for an acting class. If it terrifies you, it’s a huge step to take. 3. Going through a painful breakup and refusing to let it drown you; instead, deciding to find growth and strength from it. 4. Asking for…
During a vibrant summer night in Brooklyn, DJ Michaël Brun led an enthusiastic crowd of 8,000 at the BAYO festival, an event named after his popular song “Bayo,” which means “To give” in Haitian Creole. This year’s festival, held on June 15, was a significant gathering, aiming to be a central celebration for the diaspora, with attendees waving flags from Haiti, Jamaica, Guyana, and Trinidad. Brun, a Haitian and Guyanese musician, initiated BAYO in 2016 inspired by a visit to Gonave Island where he helped with a school music program. The festival has since evolved, with each year aiming to…
In the world of art and entertainment, your wardrobe is more than just a collection of clothes—it’s a form of self-expression and a crucial aspect of your public persona. How you dress can speak volumes before you even utter a word, offering a powerful means of introducing yourself. For artists, making the right choices in attire can enhance your image and ensure you leave a lasting impression. Fashion Do’s for Artists 1. Stay True to Yourself: Your outfit should be an extension of your personality. Choose clothing that reflects who you are and resonates with your artistic identity. Ensure that…
With their 15th studio album, Happy 69th Compas, Haitian band ZENGLEN proves yet again why they remain a cornerstone in the world of Compas Direk. Released on July 12, 2024, the album serves as a heartfelt tribute to Nemours Jean Baptiste, the genre’s founder, while also showing off ZENGLEN’s enduring creativity, polished musicianship, and adaptability in a modern landscape. From start to finish, the 11-track collection balances cultural reverence with forward momentum. This is not just a nostalgic love letter to Compas’ beginnings, it’s a proclamation: the genre is alive, thriving, and evolving. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_n_M8fvFKJp8QmUjadK25-D_7wSKbGMGGM&si=VD38KE7a4NURNghD Tracklist: Happy 69th Compas Hommage à…