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 […]
Helping the Jamaican Diaspora Think about voting in Elections in Jamaica By Leo Gilling There is ongoing debate about the Diaspora Jamaicans’ right to vote, with discussions taking place on radio stations in both Jamaica and the Diaspora, as well as in social settings like bars and domino dens, and regularly covered in newspapers. The […]
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, on June 15, shines spotlight on hidden tragedy In anticipation of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15), the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) highlights resources to help the public identify and report abuse, including scams and other fraud tactics targeting older adults. “Elder abuse remains a […]
Photo: (second from right): Chief Investment Officer at the Guyana Office for Investment, Dr Peter Ramsaroop. Department of Public Information By Department of Public Information The government’s ongoing transformative development is ensuring a successful and sustainable future for Guyana, which in turn, will propel the overall development and prosperity of the Caribbean region. This was […]
Editorial credit: lev radin / Shutterstock.com By NYC Comptroller Brad Lander A Message from the Comptroller Dear New Yorkers, Last month, Mayor Adams empaneled a Charter Revision Commission, ostensibly to review the City Charter and propose ways to improve City government. While there is good reason to doubt Mayor Adams’ motives for hastily appointing the […]
Photo courtesy: OECS By OECS Monday, May 27, 2024 — Themed “Advancing Together: Embracing Innovation for Sustainable Growth and Regional Integration”, the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States’ 43rd anniversary celebration will span the month of June. The official anniversary date is commemorated on June 18 every year. This year’s calendar of events aims to engage […]
By Will Grant | BBC A new government has been formed in Haiti as it tries to restore order in the violence-ravaged nation. The new cabinet completely replaces all the ministers from the government of the former Prime Minister, Ariel Henry, who was forced to step down earlier this year by gangs which control large […]
Photo courtesy: GIS By Fabian Belgrave Minister of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment, Charles Griffith, has reiterated that Government is committed to ensuring that young people succeed. Mr. Griffith was delivering remarks at the launch of the Youth Entrepreneurship Scheme’s (YES) Entrepreneurial Development Training Program for 50 young entrepreneurs at Sky Mall, Haggatt Hall, St. Michael, […]
Estate planning, often overlooked until it’s too late, is a crucial aspect of financial management. It’s a responsible action that ensures your wishes are effectively carried out. Among the essential tools in estate planning is the Power of Attorney (POA). This legal document grants someone the authority to act on your behalf in various financial […]