Dominican officer arrested, accused of sexually assaulting Haitian woman at airport
During a visa check, law enforcement officers thought her son’s visa was fake.
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List of Haitian artists speaking out in canal conflict, donating funds
Haitian comedian Blan Deronette, apparently caught in a real emotional maelstrom over the canal crisis, is releasing a song dedicated to the people of Ouanaminthe.
Haitian government officially wades into Haiti-DR canal conflict
The remarks at the 78th United Nations General Assembly elevates the contentious canal project far beyond the small towns of northern Hispaniola, signaling the significance of the canal as a sovereignty issue for Haiti.
Haitian unity in canal conflict scrambles Abinader’s political ploy | OPINION
The Haitian farmers are intent on completing the canal on November 18, the anniversary of the 1803 Bataille de Vertieres, when Dessalines’ guerilla army trounced Napoleon’s well-equipped French troops to win the war for freedom that created the world’s First Black Republic.
US pledges 100M as world leaders rally behind Haiti’s plea for force
Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry remains resolute in his belief that a multinational force is the key to resolving the gang problem.
Haiti’s women’s soccer team conquers Costa Rica 1-0 in DR
For the past two years, both Haiti’s men’s and women’s teams have played their home games in the Dominican Republic due to safety concerns stemming from gang violence in Port-au-Prince.
Eight things to know about the controversial Haiti-DR canal
Here’s what The Haitian Times has gathered from available documents and Joseph Moïse, a construction coordinator based in Ouanaminthe.
The Haitian genocide the world must call by its name | Opinion
The lowest estimated death toll from the Parsley Massacre, about 9000, counts more victims than Srebrenica. Yet, the Parsley Massacre has not been classified a genocide of Haitians.
Canada sanctions target more prominent Haitian businessmen
These Haitian entrepreneurs are prohibited from traveling to Canadian territory under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. The latter are also subject to a general ban on transactions with Canadian citizens or institutions, the freezing of assets following the economic regulation targeting Haiti.
Haitian gangs, marching under new coalition, demand PM’s resignation
In July, gang members reached an agreement under “Viv Ansanm,” which suspends armed battles between gang groups, particularly the “G9 Group” and the “G pèp Group.”
“Haiti cannot wait,” Biden says in urging UN to send force to Haiti
Biden’s appeal comes after yet another surge in violence due to relentless gang attacks on residents since August, leading to mass displacement and new fears for Haiti’s security.
One island. Two nations. Worlds apart? Behind the rhetoric distancing Haiti and the Dominican Republic
Haiti and the Dominican Republic share Hispaniola, but have taken different paths that makes for a tense relationship.
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‘Not your river,’ Haitians say to Abinader over Dominican border controversy
In March, Haitian farmers near the river resumed the canal’s construction to irrigate their crops and consume in daily living. Dominican officials asked them to stop. They refused.
Third Caricom attempt fails to solve Haiti’s political stalemate
PORT-AU-PRINCE — A Caricom leader says Haiti’s current government, led by Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry, must do more in negotiations to address the ongoing governance crisis in the country. Ralph Gonsalves, Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines,…
The Diaspora
Minnesota boxer finds recipe for latest success in his Haitian roots
Sands, born Douhdon Jean Noel, has never been to Haiti. Never tasted soup joumou. Doesn’t have a ton of Haitian friends. And yet, he’s developed his…
Claims portal opens for EminiFX investors, setting off fresh fears for some
Castleman also released a document detailing the process, along with a user portal, for investors to claim amounts due to them, this week.
10 takeaways from EminiFX crypto Ponzi scheme, $153M recovered
In 2022, the price of Bitcoin was on a downward trajectory, with a big crash in early May. By the time I was appointed, there were over $40…
EminiFX CEO Eddy Alexandre starts prison term in Pa.
The court-appointed receiver plans to hold a town hall about the EminiFX funds on YouTube on Wednesday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. Eastern.
Haitian pride at the New York Labor Day carnival | PHOTOS
A float under the banner of Banboche Mas led the Haitian presence at the 2023 Labor Day Carnival’s signature parade along Eastern Parkway Monday.
Scenes from the Labor Day kids carnival | PHOTOS
While no costumed mas band dedicated to showcasing Haiti appeared on the route, revelers of all ages were seen sporting the country’s bicolore were spotted in the crowds.…