Category: Haiti News
Overview: Konpa has gone through a variety of phases over the past 70 years as new technologies, talent and trends emerged. But whether the music comes from a band with…
Overview: Haiti squandered key chances and tactical decisions in a 0-0 draw with Honduras to open the final round of World Cup qualifying as host. Sports reporter Onz Chéry breaks…
Overview: Haitian music legend Jean Yves “Fanfan” Joseph walks us through konpa’s evolution, from its birth in Haiti to its global reach—and current challenges. A founding member of the iconic…
Overview: NJ residents can now get birth control from pharmacists without visiting a doctor under a new state law. New Jersey residents now have a faster, simpler way to access…
Overview: Jimmy “Barbecue” Chérizier mocked the U.S. after it announced a $5 million reward for his capture. His viral video response sparked a debate over whether Washington is genuinely serious…
Overview: Following the safe release of eight hostages—including Irish missionary Gena Heraty and a young child—kidnapped on August 3 by the “Viv Ansanm” gang in Kenscoff, St. Damien Pediatric and…
Overview: A federal judge ruled Friday that the Trump administration’s attempt to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians is unlawful, protecting about 500,000 people from potential deportation. The decision…
Overview: Affordability remains one of the biggest barriers to homeownership, especially for first-time buyers in New York. But down payment assistance programs—grants, forgivable loans, deferred-payment loans and low-down payment mortgages—can…