Photo: Jamaica Consul General Alsion Wilson Listen to the interview with Consul General Alsion Wison here: Dear Members of the Jamaican Diaspora Community, As Hurricane Beryl impacts our beloved homeland, Jamaica, we stand united in prayer and solidarity for the safety of all Jamaicans. I urge you to join me in fervent prayer for our […]
Three people lost their lives, and at least nine others were injured, with four in critical condition, after a pickup truck plowed into a group celebrating the Fourth of July holiday in New York City, authorities confirmed. The driver responsible for the tragic collision has been identified as 44-year-old Daniel Hyden from New Jersey. According […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens Climate change has emerged as one of our most critical global challenges, significantly altering weather patterns and increasing the frequency and intensity of natural disasters. The Caribbean region, known for its pristine beaches and vibrant cultures, is particularly vulnerable to these changes. This analysis explores how climate change is causing more […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens Guyana, a small nation on the northern coast of South America, is part of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and has been experiencing notable economic changes under Prime Minister Mark Phillips, who is also the first Vice President under President Irfaan Ali since August 2020. This analysis aims to provide a comprehensive overview […]
In an enlightening conversation, we welcomed Roger Archibald Esq, the newly appointed President of the West Indian American Day Carnival Association (WIADCA). With a career spanning over three decades, Archibald brings a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted connection to WIADCA. His journey with the organization began in the early ’90s when he served as […]
Photo: Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness By Harry Johnson | eTurboNews Jamaica’s Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has declared Jamaica a disaster area for the next seven days as Hurricane Beryl approaches the island. He made the announcement during a national broadcast on Tuesday evening (July 2). “After careful review of the trajectory […]
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters By Amy Zimmer, Chalkbeat Café-style seating. Deli-like grab-and-go meals. This is what school lunch looks like in nearly half of New York City’s middle and high schools. And soon, the rest will get similar upgrades. With $150 million in capital funding […]
Editorial credit: lev radin / Shutterstock.com Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a humanitarian program under U.S. federal law that provides temporary legal status and work authorization to nationals of certain countries experiencing extraordinary conditions such as armed conflict, environmental disasters, or other extraordinary and temporary conditions. Recently, the Biden administration extended the TPS program for […]
By Staff Writer Few topics ignite as much debate in workplace attire as the appropriateness of short skirts. As temperatures rise and the allure of summer fashion beckons, the perennial question persists: How short is too short for skirts in professional settings? The issue of short skirts in the workplace often transcends mere fashion; it […]
Listen to the “Injured By Fireworks?” podcast here: Governor Kathy Hochul reminded New Yorkers to keep safe while celebrating the upcoming July 4th holiday. As part of a multi-agency effort, the New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection, along with the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services’ Office of Fire Prevention and […]