Haitian American education advocates call on city officials to open more transfer schools to support older immigrant students
Advocates urge NYC officials to open more transfer schools for older immigrant students facing enrollment hurdles.
Haiti State of Emergency
Haiti officials call for a state of emergency following a shocking jailbreak that freed thousands of inmates. The Haitian Times dives deep, exploring the roots of the crisis, the government’s response, and the riots gripping the nation.
Who’s running Haiti?
Haitians call on transitional council to prioritize security as president and prime minister are named
TPC holds secret swearing-in ceremony at Haiti’s National Palace, as Ariel Henry’s government officially departs
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KlassTour in Panama canceled; Joverlein Moise stolen song controversy unfolds | WOYYY!!!
KlassTour in Panama was canceled by ZC Production Team Woyyy!!! The group Klass is getting better, but that won’t be enough to ensure the end of its tour in Panama. Despite the group’s improving condition, the tour’s fate hangs in the balance. ZC Production Team, the tour producer, announced on May 1st the cancellation of…
Navigating Haiti’s capital turbulent terrain journalists provide insights
Haïti’s journalists endure daily risks, lacking adequate protection, and witnessing the toll of gang violence firsthand. Fear and stress prevail, especially since February 29 as criminal activities have instilled a climate of terror that affects all sectors of activity in the country. Journalists said they have to employ strategies to navigate danger, but their…
Renowned DP Express Hervé Bleus, first lead singer, passes away
Stepping into the spotlight, Hervé Bleus led an ornate and intricate musical transition, making his mark with the groundbreaking album “M pa pran kontak.” in which he is the improvised messenger, of a new music style.
NJSave: One application provides easy access to prescription, energy and other assistance through Department of Human Services programs
More older adults and individuals with disabilities in New Jersey are now eligible to save on prescription drug prices, Medicaid premiums, hearing aids, utilities and other household expenses using the NJSave application, thanks to an increase in income eligibility requirements.
Parade lawsuit gives view of Brooklyn’s Haitian movers-and-shakers
Here’s what to know about the players ahead of the hearing scheduled for Tuesday.
At least 12 dead in Cap-Haïtien after mudslide on hilly areas
Thursday afternoon, Pierre smoked a cigarette as he watched workers dig through a brown mass where Jerry might be submerged.
Haïti’s journalists brave unprecedented challenges as capital’s struggle against gangs’ grip | VIDEO
In the newsroom, journalists have to adapt their vocabulary to the current danger they are facing. For instance, instead of saying “armed gangs,” to describe the armed individuals they now say “armed civilians” to mitigate risks they might face reporting on the streets.
Cap-Haïtien residents gobble down lalo and tchaka on Agriculture Day food fair | PHOTOS
The women also had fried food such as pate kòde and marinad for sale and homemade drinks like kremas and more.
Haitian Heritage Month events to check out | Updated weekly
Explore our curated calendar of Haitian Heritage Month events showcasing Haiti’s rich culture and traditions.
4 Questions for Little Haiti Book Festival organizer M.J. Fievre
The Haitian Times caught up with M.J. Fievre, the festival’s coordinator, to get the inside scoop on this year’s festival and why promoting Haitian literary works is important.
Haiti’s new government, iffy as it is, should still connect with the people | Opinion
Alas, this lack of communication with the people is a time-worn pattern of Haitian leaders. No president or prime minister has ever done so adequately, opting instead to allow people to make up their own facts and create their own reality.
Residents help police apprehend two alleged Jamaican bad boys in Haiti
Francis, also known as Brukhand, had been identified as the most wanted individual in St. James Parish, a northwestern suburb in Jamaica.
How well do you know your Haitian history and culture?
Take our quiz and test your knowledge of Haitian history and culture.
QUIZ: Do you really know January 1st in Haiti? Test yourself!
Explore and test your knowledge of January 1st in Haiti with this captivating quiz. Discover unique traditions and festivities that make this day special.
Which Gede spirit are you? QUIZ
Find out which Gede spirit reflects your personality by taking our fun quiz in honor of the Vodou holiday Fet Gede.
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Catch up on the latest stories surrounding the investigation into the assassination of Jovenel Moïse including updates on the alleged involvement of Moïse’s wife, Martine Moïse, former Haiti president, Michel Martelly and more.
These stories are part of the Haitians in America series looking at Haitians and Haitian Americans across the United States. Financial support for this work is provided by the Ford Foundation.
Technical smarts, political savvy dot Haitian American engineer’s blueprint for success
Indiana court orders BMV to issue driver’s license to Haitians | BREAKING NEWS
In Wisconsin, a family of Biden parolees does well despite challenges
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Haitian National Police boosted with fresh batch of equipment
On its Facebook page on April 25, the Haitian police stated that the new materials and equipment are intended to help bolster the police institution’s operational…
UN program boosts northern Haiti farming through expanded local food purchase and distribution
Initially, the WFP solely distributed imported food. However, according to Bauer, the program has significantly shifted its approach, with 80% of the food it now serves in Haiti…
Gang violence exacerbates food insecurity in Haiti
Gang violence affects the entire economic fabric of the country. The repeated actions of these armed bandits have a very significant negative impact on agricultural production, which represents…
JetBlue, American Airlines to resume flights in Haiti in May
JetBlue’s one-way ticket prices from Port-au-Prince to Florida in May range from $USD 140 to $USD 190.
Over 500 displaced Haitian children and young adults receive free classes inside Port-au-Prince camps
Livres en Main, Abrite-toi wants to restore hope given the need for education that children suffer from in the context of gang violence in Haiti.
UN reports 53% increase in Haiti casualties
The surge in violence has left thousands dead or injured, with communities across Haiti facing an escalating humanitarian crisis.
Catch up on the latest gossip in the Haitian music and entertainment industry.
Artist Jay-B arrested on sexual assault charge in Haiti, lovers dispute blamed | #BREAKINGNEWS
Wyclef Jean calls for Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry to resign, draws ire
Why Tafa Mi Soleil saying ‘you can’t be Black and Christian’ may be right | Opinion
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Haiti national could lose 4 fingers, abandoned by Mexico employer/ WOYYYY
Abandoned by his employer after a work accident, Maxo Dorvil, a Haitian national faces the risk of losing four fingers following a workplace accident in Tijuana,…
Haïti stamps and paintings grace Mexico’s Postal Museum
Haitian stamps and paintings are on display at Mexico’s Postal Museum as part of a series commemorating 95 years of diplomatic relations between Haiti and Mexico. The displayed…
In Manhattan Haitian parade lawsuit, some see ‘childish’ failure to put community first
The annual “Ayiti Nou La Toujou” Haitian Culture Day Parade on Nostrand Avenue is still set for Saturday, May 11.
Top-ranked Haitian-owned restaurants in the DMV
Indulge in the DMV’s finest Haitian flavors!
Advocates want agent in DR deportation raid punished for allegedly raping Haitian minor
The Haitian Chancellery expresses in a note its indignation upon learning about the rape of the young girl and calls for justice to be served for the victim.
NYC Haitian Heritage Parade in jeopardy due to lawsuit injunction
The preliminary injunction blocks five defendants, who, according to court documents, currently have a permit to host the Haitian Heritage Parade in May, “from proceeding with[,] producing or…
