By: Ron Cheong | Photos courtesy: Ron Cheong Former Hon Consul General Danny Doobay Presents Ambassador Hinds with a Plaque of appreciation for his work creating bridges in the Diaspora The Plaque reads in part: In appreciation of His Excellency Dr. Samuel A.A. Hinds years of exemplary Leadership and Service to Guyana and the Guyanese […]
By: Janet Howard The recent Community Unity Breakfast on Saturday, July 12, hosted by the Caribbean Diaspora United (CDU), marked a pivotal moment in the movement to unify New York’s ethnically diverse Black communities. Drawing nearly 500 attendees from the Caribbean Diaspora, African American, Continental African, and other ethnic groups, the event reflected CDU’s core […]
By Caribbean Business Report The Fire One Calypso Tent has once again secured the Calypso Monarch title with Dezral, the defending Monarch retaining his crown. His winning songs were “The Kaiso Goat” where he paid tribute to calypso greats including the Mighty Pelay and his dad the Mighty Pep who has won the title a […]
Photo credit: SaintLuciaFirst Emerle Tisson, representing the Bank of Saint Lucia has been crowned Carnival Queen 2025. The National Carnival Queen Pageant took place at the Pavillion in Rodney Bay. Tatiana Clovis-Freitas Miss Saint Lucia Tourism Authority was the 1st runner-up with Kertrina Oculi, Miss JP Chenet as the 2nd runner-up. Miss Bank of Saint […]
By Chris Tobias | Photos courtesy of Kendell Julien Each year, Prospect Park in Brooklyn becomes a vibrant hub of culture, music, and unity as the Caribbean diaspora, including you, gathers for one of the most anticipated events in New York City—John John Day. This year, on Sunday, July 13, 2025, the beloved celebration marks […]
By Janet Howard As Caribbean communities grow in size and influence across the United States, the importance of unity, cultural preservation, and civic engagement has never been more pressing. At the heart of these efforts is Caribbean Diaspora United Inc. (CDU), an organization steadfast in its mission to uplift the Caribbean community through advocacy, action, […]
By Julie Carrington, GIS Individuals in the cultural and creative sectors are urged to submit their best creative business ideas for a chance to win a grand prize of $30,000 and access to business mentorship in the Marcus Garvey Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition. The contest was officially launched during a press conference yesterday in the CARICOM […]
June marks Immigrant Heritage Month when New York City honors the invaluable contributions of its immigrant communities. With over 3 million foreign-born residents, the city is a testament to the enduring spirit and resilience of immigrants who have shaped its history and continue to define its future. The NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) […]
By Richard Hugh Blackford, jamaicans.com | Photo Source: Facebook In the mid to late 1950s, the Jamaican music scene was dominated by two giants: Duke Reid, with his Trojan sound system, and Clement “Sir Coxsone” Dodd, the force behind Downbeat. Both men played pivotal roles in shaping the trajectory of local music. But there was another towering figure whose influence […]
By Staff Writer, jamaicans.com Born on 28 May 1953 in Smithville, Clarendon, Fae Audrey Ellington has spent over five decades shaping Jamaica’s cultural and media landscape. A celebrated broadcaster, actress, educator, and national commentator, Ellington’s voice and presence have become fixtures in Jamaican public life. Her contributions to the arts, journalism, and education have earned […]