Photo courtesy: Ajamu Photography By Lyndon Taylor Romain Virgo’s electrifying performance at the Crown Hill Theatre in Brooklyn as part of his US tour for “Gentle Man” was nothing short of mesmerizing. The reggae artist captivated the audience with a solid 1 hour and 25-minute set that left everyone spellbound and craving for more. From […]
Editorial credit: Johnny Silvercloud / Shutterstock.com By Pearl Phillip The intricate concepts of redistricting and gerrymandering can uphold and challenge the very essence of democracy, and this election year is a prime example of that as New York deals with its new district lines. Gerrymandering and redistricting, which occurs every ten years in New York […]
Editorial credit: Tada Images / Shutterstock.com By SEC Public Affairs Office The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that it filed charges against Marc Henry Menard in the Eastern District of New York for allegedly defrauding more than fifty individuals, many from the Haitian-American community, of at least $1.65 million. According to the SEC’s complaint, from […]
By USC Center for Health Journalism The Pilgrim’s Pride chicken factory in Moorefield, West Virginia, has a history of dangerous working conditions, from spinning saw blades to grabby conveyor belts to sharp metal hooks and knives. Those conditions have consistently endangered its immigrant workforce, reports 2023 National Impact Fund grantee Allen Siegler of Mountain State […]
By CAW Staff Writer In the ever-evolving fashion landscape, one trend continues to reign supreme season after season: bold prints. From the enchanting allure of wallpaper florals to the untamed ferocity of leopard print and the whimsical charm of boho-chic patterns, bold prints have become the ultimate statement-making staple in every fashionista’s wardrobe. Celebrities and […]
By Arthur Piccolo The ongoing dispute between Exxon, Chevron, and Hess presents a critical opportunity for Guyana to secure a fair and prosperous future. However, President Ali’s decision to remain neutral and his failure to renegotiate the terms of the contracts with these oil giants betray the nation’s potential. It is time for Ali to […]
Editorial credit: Paola Garcia 1 / Shutterstock.com By Xavier Medina Vidal and Christopher Chambers-Ju | The Conversation Mexico will have its first woman president following a landmark vote on June 2, 2024. After an election period marred by violence, ruling Morena party candidate Claudia Sheinbaum, a former Mexico City mayor, emerged as the victor with about 60% of […]
Photo: Roger Archibald, Esq. By Pearl Phillip Listen to the interview with Roger Archibald, Esq. here: 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 […]
Yoni Epstein. Photo courtesy: Jamaicans.com By Jamaicans.com Jamaican entrepreneur and the founder of itel International, Yoni Epstein, 44, has been honored with the Anthony N. Sabga Award for Caribbean Excellence, the most prestigious corporate award in the Caribbean, and named the 2024 Entrepreneurship Laureate. Itel is the largest domestic business process outsourcing (BPO) and customer […]