A columnist reflects on the passing of Gráinne Uí Mhaitiú, remembering her contribution to childhood memories through her work on the popular children's television program Bosco.
Haiti's major rum producers and bottlers are issuing warnings about the emergence of a 'new lost zone' as escalating gang violence severely impacts their operations. The instability threatens a vital sector of the Haitian economy.
Kenyan politician Kajwang' has stated that Kenya is not in a position to address Haiti's issues while the nation itself is grappling with internal struggles.
As the Supreme Court weighs the Trump administration's termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians, seniors are advocating for protections for their immigrant caregivers.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett has personal connections to Haiti, as two of her seven children were adopted from the country. This detail highlights a personal aspect of the Supreme Court Justice's life.
The Trump administration has dismissed all members of the National Science Board, drawing criticism from scientists who view the move as an attack on research. This decision sparked concerns about the future of scientific oversight.
A Belgian military aircraft came under fire while participating in a United Nations operation in Haiti. Investigations are underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The United Nations has issued a warning that a potential US-Israeli war on Iran could push more than 30 million people back into poverty. This stark projection highlights the severe humanitarian and economic consequences of such a conflict.
The Kenyan police mission in Haiti has garnered a positive response from local residents, with a video showing Haitians erecting barricades to prevent the officers' departure.
The U.S. State Department has updated its Level 4 travel advisory for Haiti, urging Americans not to travel to the island nation due to widespread kidnappings, gang violence, and rampant violent crime, including six-figure ransom demands.
More than six million Haitians are in urgent need of humanitarian aid, with the population described as being at a "breaking point." The head of the International Committee of the Red Cross delegation in Haiti warns that 1.4 million people are displaced and only 30% of health centers are operational.
European nations, led by France and the UK, are planning a multinational naval mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz. This initiative aims to ensure safe passage through the vital waterway, with Italy also expressing openness to contribute.
President Trump has stated that the "war" with Iran should end "very soon," suggesting that good things are happening and that both sides may meet for talks. He also claimed Iran has agreed to surrender uranium, referring to the conflict as a "small diversion."
A resolution to extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian migrants in the United States passed with the support of 10 Republican lawmakers joining Democrats.
A UN report indicates that gangs in Haiti are under pressure from ongoing crackdowns but are adapting their tactics. Despite efforts to curb their influence, the gangs continue to evolve.
A Democratic-led initiative to extend temporary protected status for Haitians is facing outrage and debate following a brutal hammer killing in Florida, which has fueled controversy over the immigration program.
Thirty people died after a panic broke out at Haiti's Laferrière Citadel, a popular tourist attraction, during celebrations for the fort's 19th-century founding.
At least 30 people are feared dead following a crush at a tourist event in Haiti, which was reportedly attended by many young people, according to the country's prime minister.
Donald Trump posted a graphic video of a woman's slaying, allegedly by a Haitian migrant in Florida, to argue for more stringent immigration policies. The migrant had previously been protected from deportation.
Donald Trump posted a graphic video allegedly showing an 'Illegal Alien Criminal from Haiti' beating a woman with a hammer, using it to criticize President Joe Biden.
As a new multinational force gathers in Haiti, estimates suggest that half of the country's gang members are children, often lured by promises of food and money.
Haiti’s Ministry of Women’s Conditions and Rights has condemned acts of sexual assault caught on video during a Festi Colour event on April 4, where young women and girls were reportedly groped, and has vowed legal action.
Thousands of people from Cuba, Haiti, Venezuela, and other countries are being deported by the Trump administration to Mexican territory, where they are trapped in an opaque limbo without legal status.
Haiti continues to face a surge in violent crime following its president's assassination five years ago, with drug gangs exploiting the power vacuum to recruit hungry, homeless children with promises of food, according to a British charity working on the island.
Haiti is grappling with an intensifying spiral of violence, with criminal gangs controlling parts of the country, leading to thousands of deaths and over a million displaced. A new military mission is being proposed to address the crisis.
Haiti is on maximum alert due to escalating violence, with the army mobilizing all personnel and canceling leaves. Over 5,500 violent deaths have occurred in less than a year as gangs expand their territorial control, and a Chadian contingent has arrived in Port-au-Prince.
An advance contingent of troops from Chad has arrived in Haiti to join a UN-backed force tasked with assisting Haitian security forces in combating powerful gangs controlling much of the capital, Port-au-Prince.
At least 70 people were killed in a weekend attack by the Gran Grif gang on the Haitian city of Petite Riviére de l'Artibonite, prompting the UN to call for urgent assistance to the country.
French-Haitian-US vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant is featured with her rendition of Sting's song "Until," taken from her 2022 album "Ghost Song." The track is highlighted as the "Song of the Day."
A review discusses Frankétienne's novel 'Eine Aufforderung zum Kampf', which portrays Haiti as a failed state through the eyes of an author who resisted dictators.
At least 70 people have been killed in attacks in Haiti, a country severely plagued by gangs that control much of the capital, with the death toll nearing 20,000.
A human rights group director has reported that at least 70 people have died in a massacre in Haiti, raising concerns about the escalating violence in the country.
The Haitian city of Petite Rivière de l’Artibonite has witnessed a massacre involving the Gran Grif gang and self-proclaimed vigilantes, leaving dozens dead and homes burned.
The United States has offered a reward of up to US$3 million and possible relocation for information regarding the financial activities of Haiti’s Viv Ansanm and Gran Grif criminal groups, which Washington has designated as criminal organizations.
The UN Human Rights Office reports that over 5,500 people have been killed in Haiti between March last year and mid-January due to escalating gang violence and the ongoing fight against it.
International forces are preparing to deploy to Haiti with the aim of combating the country's powerful gangs, raising questions about the effectiveness of past interventions.
Chad is preparing to deploy 800 police officers to Haiti as part of an international security mission aimed at combating widespread gang violence, with forces expected to begin arriving in June.
Daphy Michel, a Haitian asylum seeker who arrived in the U.S. in 2022 with temporary humanitarian protections, was found dead in a Pittsburgh bus shelter days after being released by ICE, marking the second immigrant death on the streets in similar circumstances.
Haitian International has announced that Chen Weiqun will retire from his position as Executive Director, marking a change in the company's leadership.
The court temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deporting some 6,000 Syrians and 350,000 Haitians who were granted Temporary Protected Status.
Three Haitian nationals have been remanded on charges related to illegal entry into Jamaica. The individuals were apprehended and are now facing legal proceedings.
More than a thousand people, including civilians and children, have been killed in drone attacks as the Haitian government battles criminal gangs, leaving residents in constant fear.
An informal housing network has emerged in the United States to protect Haitian illegal immigrants, who are living in fear of deportation following recent ICE operations.
The US Justice Department published additional FBI documents describing interviews with a woman who said President Donald Trump sexually assaulted her after she was introduced to him by Jeffrey Epstein.
Drone strikes conducted on a "large scale" by security forces and private companies in Haiti, as part of operations against gangs, have killed dozens of civilians over the past year.
A US appeals court has ruled that former President Trump cannot terminate protections for approximately 350,000 Haitians, upholding their right to remain in the country.
As a Kenyan peace force prepares to deploy, experts discuss the deep structural failures in Haiti and advocate for 'Haitian solutions for Haitian problems,' noting past international interventions have failed.
Discussions are ongoing regarding the nature and duration of Temporary Protected Status (TPS), particularly concerning its implications for Haitian and Syrian nationals. The articles aim to provide clarity on what individuals need to know about this immigration designation.
All Kenyan police officers deployed to Haiti as part of a UN-approved security support mission have left the country, following an unsuccessful attempt to address gang violence.
The final contingent of 150 Kenyan police officers has returned home after concluding their mission in Haiti. Their deployment aimed to assist in combating violent gangs in the Caribbean nation.
Donald and Melania Trump have called for Jimmy Kimmel's firing following a joke he made about the former First Lady, which they deemed offensive. Kimmel has since defended his comments, stating it was a light roast joke about their age difference.
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The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments in a case involving geofence warrants, which is widely considered a crucial test for the future of digital privacy rights. The ruling could redefine how law enforcement accesses location data.
Samuel Suffren's debut documentary feature 'Job 1:21,' focusing on a Haitian woman judged by religious texts rather than law, has won an award at the Visions du Réel film festival.
A new report indicates that Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders contribute $29 billion to the US economy, with these findings emerging before a Supreme Court hearing on a Trump-era bid to end protections for Syrians and Haitians.
The United Nations has launched an investigation into accusations of sexual exploitation and abuse against members of a multinational force deployed in Haiti.
Flights between the Dominican Republic and Haiti, which were suspended in March 2024 due to security concerns in Haiti, are expected to restart in May.
Haiti is grappling with a severe food shortage, with nearly six million people, or half of its population, facing the threat of hunger. The crisis indicates a widespread lack of access to adequate food supplies across the nation.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, which has been announced by former President Trump and welcomed by various international leaders. Despite the truce, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that the army would remain in southern Lebanon.
Torrential rains have caused severe flooding in the Dominican Republic and Haiti, resulting in at least 19 deaths and displacing thousands. The heavy rainfall led to school closures, reduced work hours, and power outages in the capital, Santo Domingo.
Law enforcement operations in Haiti have managed to slow the expansion of gangs in the capital, though progress is considered 'fragile' as criminal organizations adapt their tactics.
Haiti's Culture Ministry has fired employees following a stampede at a citadel that resulted in 25 deaths, with at least nine people, including police and ministry staff, arrested.
A UN expert report indicates that anti-gang operations in Haiti have slowed the expansion of armed groups in Port-au-Prince, though the threat persists and progress is uneven. Authorities, supported by drone strikes and self-defense groups, have curbed gang advances.
Haiti’s culture ministry has dismissed two officials following a stampede that resulted in 25 deaths. The dismissals come as part of the official response to the tragic incident.
Lower courts have blocked the Trump administration's efforts to deport Haitian immigrants, a move that has raised concerns among nursing homes facing workforce shortages, with the Supreme Court set to hear the case this month.
At least 30 people, many of them young, have died and dozens more are reported injured or missing following a deadly crush at a mountaintop fortress in Haiti. Officials are investigating the incident at the popular tourist site.
More than half of Haiti's 12 million inhabitants are experiencing food insecurity and require humanitarian assistance, exacerbated by gang violence, 1.45 million displaced persons, and increasing gender-based violence in the Americas' poorest nation.
A 51-year-old gas station worker in Florida was brutally murdered by a 40-year-old Haitian illegal immigrant who repeatedly struck her with a hammer, an incident that prompted Donald Trump to blame President Biden.
Rolbert Joachim, a Haitian illegal immigrant previously released by the Biden administration, has been arrested in Florida for allegedly bludgeoning a woman to death with a hammer.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced that Haiti has successfully met its economic targets. This assessment indicates progress in the country's financial and structural reforms.
A change of guard has occurred at the United Nations office in Nairobi, with the former Prime Minister of Haiti taking over leadership. This transition is part of a broader restructuring effort within the UN Nairobi operations.
A change of guard has occurred at the United Nations office in Nairobi, with the former Prime Minister of Haiti assuming leadership amidst ongoing restructuring efforts.
A United Nations probe has confirmed claims of sexual abuse against a Kenyan-led force operating in Haiti. The UN noted its limited ability to intervene as it is a 'UN-backed' rather than 'UN-led' mission.
Gang attacks have continued in Haiti's Artibonite region following a weekend assault that left at least 70 people dead, with armed men mounting further attacks days after the initial massacre.
Carlos Ruiz Massieu, head of the UN office in Haiti, announced brutal and coordinated gang attacks over the weekend, which led to at least 70 deaths. The UN rights office previously reported over 5,500 deaths from gang violence and security operations since March.
A recent attack by the Gran Grif gang in Haiti's Artibonite region has resulted in at least 16 deaths and the displacement of thousands of residents, who have been targeted by the gang previously.
At least 70 people were killed and 30 others injured in a massacre carried out by an armed gang in Haiti's western Artibonite region over the weekend. More than 50 homes were also set on fire during the attack.
Dozens of people have been killed as gang attacks continue to ravage western Haiti, occurring just ahead of the anticipated arrival of an international force.
A central Haitian town has descended into fire and bloodshed as warring gangs torch the area and unleash violence, marking the latest massacre in a nation reeling from five years of spiraling gang warfare.
The United States is offering a reward of up to $3 million for information leading to the disruption of the financial networks of powerful gangs in Haiti.
A pregnant Haitian woman accused of illegally entering Jamaica has been granted $1 million bail, drawing attention to immigration issues in the region.
More than 5,500 people have died in Haiti's ongoing gang wars in less than a year, highlighting the severe humanitarian crisis and escalating violence in the country.
Chad announced plans to send 800 security personnel to Haiti by June, following training, to assist with the security situation in the Caribbean nation.
The families of two journalists kidnapped in a gang-controlled area of Haiti are desperately pleading for any details regarding their whereabouts and condition, underscoring the dangerous environment for media in the country.
A UN human rights expert has urged the US not to deport Haitians back to their country, which is grappling with violence and famine, warning of a potential humanitarian catastrophe.
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Columnist Ronald Sanders argues that Haitians should not be forgotten or left stranded, calling for international attention and support for the ongoing crisis in Haiti.
Four men are accused in a South Florida court of plotting the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moise, an event that plunged Haiti into ongoing chaos.
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Drones operated by Haitian security forces and private contractors have killed at least 1,243 people and injured 738 others in less than a year, Human Rights Watch said Tuesday.
Human Rights Watch (HRW) reports that Haitian security forces and mercenaries have killed at least 1,243 people, including 17 children, with drone attacks over the past year.
Jury selection is set to commence in South Florida for five individuals charged in connection with the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse.
A D.C. Circuit appeals court has ruled against the Trump administration, upholding the protected status for 350,000 Haitians, allowing them to remain and work in the United States.
Donald Trump's recent rhetoric, including threats of tariffs and criticism of European defense spending, has caused new turbulence for EU and NATO security alliances. His statements are prompting discussions about Europe's ability to defend itself and its trade relations.
Andy Cohen was the inaugural guest at the Deadline Reality TV Summit, where he shared insights into producing and the future of The Real Housewives franchise, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
The U.S. Supreme Court delivered a significant ruling that weakened key provisions of the Voting Rights Act, limiting protections for minority voters. This decision has drawn criticism from civil rights groups and is anticipated to influence political redistricting efforts across the nation.
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments regarding the termination of legal protections for Haitian and Syrian migrants. Remarks made by Donald Trump concerning Haiti are expected to be a factor in the court's deliberations.
Internal emails, revealed in a California lawsuit and submitted to the Supreme Court, indicate that an administration researcher privately disputed claims about Haitians, suggesting facts were distorted to justify their deportations.
The U.S. Supreme Court is currently reviewing the Trump administration's plan to revoke Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian and Syrian immigrants. This decision could impact over a million individuals currently shielded from deportation.
Junior doctors have reached an agreement for a 6% pay increase, with their union president Jordan Tewhaiti-Smith hailing it as a significant achievement that avoided industrial action.
Kenya reiterated its defense of deploying police forces to Haiti during a session at the UN Security Council, amidst local protests in Port-au-Prince against the departure of the forces.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's attempt to force a vote on extending Temporary Protected Status for Haitian migrants for three years has drawn sharp criticism from Senate Republicans.
Chad has announced its commitment to deploy 1,500 troops to Haiti. This deployment aims to assist in combating the escalating gang violence in the Caribbean nation.
The Dominican Republic and Haiti are set to reopen their shared airspace in May, restoring flights between the two nations after a closure of more than two years. This decision aims to normalize air travel and relations.
Approximately six million people in Haiti are projected to experience severe food shortages due to ongoing gang activity, mass displacement, and a deteriorating economic situation.
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a bill aimed at shielding approximately 350,000 Haitians from deportation. This vote seeks to restore protections for Haitians, defying previous administration policies.
The US Senate voted down measures seeking to block arms sales to Israel and to rein in President Trump's war powers regarding Iran, with most Democrats supporting the efforts to halt the arms sales.
Gangs in Haiti are reportedly changing their operational tactics in response to increased pressure from security forces, though the results of police interventions remain unstable.
Torrential rains in northwest Haiti have killed at least 12 people, flooded agricultural land, and damaged hundreds of homes. A local hospital was also inundated by the floods.
An analysis suggests that for Kenya to achieve economic success akin to Singapore, it must avoid the political trajectory that has led to the current situation in Haiti.
Seven individuals, including several police officers, have been arrested in Haiti in connection with a deadly stampede at a historic fortress that resulted in 25 deaths. The arrests follow an investigation into the incident.
A deadly stampede at Haiti's Citadelle Laferrière on Saturday claimed at least 30 lives as crowds gathered for an annual celebration. Overcrowding and rainfall contributed to the tragedy at the historic fortress, with many young people among the victims. Officials are responding to the scene, and the death toll may increase.
José Andrés founded World Central Kitchen (WCK) after the 2010 Haiti earthquake, establishing it as a global relief organization that prioritizes dignity through food. WCK has since served over 600 million meals, acting as "first to the frontlines" in disaster zones worldwide.
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Donald Trump has caused controversy by sharing a graphic video depicting a woman's murder on Truth Social, reportedly as part of a series of posts aimed at instilling fear about immigrants and justifying mass deportations.
President Trump criticized the Biden administration for releasing a Haitian immigrant who is now accused of fatally bludgeoning a woman with a hammer at a Florida gas station last week.
A Haitian illegal immigrant, Rolbert Joachim, is accused of a fatal hammer attack in Florida, with DHS stating he had been released under current Biden administration policies.
Travelers are being advised to research popular cruise destinations such as Belize, Haiti, and Jamaica, which carry U.S. State Department travel advisories, before booking excursions ashore.
Over fifty police officers from Chad arrived in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, marking the first deployment of security forces from the African nation as part of a new multinational mission aimed at combating gangs.
Global stock markets, including major Indian indices like Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant rally, with Sensex jumping nearly 1900 points, driven by investor optimism and hopes for a swift resolution to the Middle East conflict following comments from Trump about leaving Iran soon.
Arnar Gunnlaugsson, the head coach for Iceland's men's national football team, has selected the starting lineup for their friendly match against Haiti in Toronto, Canada, featuring Gylfi and Aron.
A rights group reports that at least 70 people have been killed in what they describe as a 'massacre' in Haiti. The incident highlights the ongoing violence and humanitarian crisis in the country.
Lebanon has formally requested the Ukrainian embassy to hand over a suspected Mossad agent, adding a new dimension to regional intelligence activities. This development comes as a gang attack in Haiti has resulted in the deaths of at least 70 people and left 30 injured, highlighting severe security challenges in different parts of the world.
A deadly gang attack in Haiti's Artibonite region has killed at least 70 people and injured 30, with almost 6,000 displaced, according to human rights groups and initial reports. Multiple sources confirm the significantly higher death toll.
Intense gang violence erupted in Petite-Rivière de l’Artibonite, Haiti, as a powerful gang clashed with local vigilante groups, leaving a trail of destruction and casualties.
The U.S. government has announced a bounty of up to $3 million for information leading to the identification and disruption of the financial networks of Haitian gangs.
The United States is offering a reward of up to $3 million for information leading to the identification or disruption of the financial networks of powerful gangs in Haiti.
A UN report reveals that gangs are tightening their grip on Haiti, despite more aggressive policing efforts, exacerbating the country's security crisis.
A UN report indicates that gangs continue to expand their presence in Haiti, with 5,500 deaths reported. The United Nations also criticized cases of disproportionate violence by the police, with approximately 3,500 people killed during security force operations against gang members.
The US Supreme Court agreed on Monday to review the Trump administration's effort to remove temporary deportation protections for Haitians and Syrians.
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The Supreme Court will consider arguments regarding the Trump administration's efforts to terminate the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program for migrants from Haiti and Syria, a decision that could impact hundreds of thousands of migrants and other challenges to government immigration policies.
The Supreme Court will review Trump's effort to unwind legal protections for migrants from Haiti and Syria, and will hear arguments in the case next month.
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Donald Trump's nominee for a top diplomatic post, Jeremy Carl, has withdrawn from consideration following growing bipartisan backlash over his past controversial race and Israel comments, marking a setback for Trump despite initial support.
Haiti continues to lose control in its fight against gangs, with the potential use of armed drones and private military contractors highlighting the helplessness of a collapsing state.
The widow of Haiti's president, Jovenel Moïse, testified in a US trial, describing the details of his assassination as four individuals face charges of conspiracy related to the killing.
Martine Moïse, the widow of assassinated Haitian President Jovenel Moïse, gave harrowing testimony in the Miami trial of those accused of plotting her husband's 2021 murder, with prosecutors stating the assassination was driven by greed and a lust for power.
A Human Rights Watch report reveals that 17 children were killed by government drones in 10 months of offensives that resulted in no casualties among gang leaders
As aid efforts in Haiti face obstacles, questions arise about whether the deployment of attack drones and soldiers can effectively curb the escalating gang violence in the country.
Thousands of Haitians in Tapachula, Mexico, are experiencing prolonged uncertainty as funding cuts, US political pressure, and bureaucratic delays hinder their immigration process.