Month: June 2025

What is considered the most significant cultural event in the twin-island federation of St. Kitts and Nevis reached new international heights last Wednesday night, June 4, with the highly anticipated launch of the St. Kitts-Nevis National Carnival, known locally as Sugar Mas, at Jasmine Caribbean Cuisine on 371W, 46th St. in Manhattan. Tourism and carnival officials said the vibrant event marked a "monumental moment in St. Kitts' ongoing efforts to […]

Global dancehall icon Sean Paul has joined forces with renowned streetwear brand Crooks & Castles’ merch line, celebrating Sean Paul’s legacy and the international influence of dancehall culture. “The capsule collection blends Sean Paul’s signature style with Crooks & Castles’ bold streetwear aesthetic,” Jamaican entertainment publicist Ronnie Tomlinson told Caribbean Life on Monday. “The limited-edition pieces will feature custom graphics inspired by Sean Paul’s lyrics, Jamaican roots and his impact […]

Ten calypsonians from the Dynamite Calypso Tent in Brooklyn, the sole Vincentian calypso tent in North America, competed Saturday night, June 7, before five judges in their bid to advance to the semifinal round of the National Calypso Competition in Vincy Mas 2025. The preliminary judging took place at a new venue, the auditorium of Nazareth Regional High School in East Flatbush, Brooklyn.   The calypsonians, half of whom are […]

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced the squads for the upcoming T20 International series against England and Ireland. It will be the first assignment for new captain Shai Hope. The three-match England series, which ran from June 6-10, saw the return of all-rounder Jason Holder. All-rounder Andre Russell also returned after recovering from an injury last year in the England series in Barbados, but he will only feature in the […]

Royal Challengers Bengaluru made history when they earned their first Indian Premier League title by defeating Punjab Kings by 6 runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Bengaluru finished runners-up in 2009, 2011 and 2016, but finally won. Bengaluru's victory concluded the 18th season of the world's most popular T20 tournament. Thanks mainly to Krunal Pandya's spell of 2-17 in 4 overs. "This win is as much for the fans as […]

The Hempstead Town Board and the Department of Community Affairs hosted their annual Caribbean Heritage Month celebration and awards presentation on June 6 at Senior Councilwoman Dorothy L. Goosby Plaza of the municipal building. During the spirited and patriotic commemoration, Town Clerk Kate Murray presented Proclamations to nationals from Guyana, Jamaica, Trinidad &Tobago, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico. They are Israel Gonzalez, Gabriel Espinal, Marie Durand, Zahid Razak, […]

Continent Brooklyn, located within the Indigo Hotel, offers more than just a dining experience; it celebrates Caribbean culture, culinary innovation, and visionary leadership in hospitality.  Aliya Huey, a seasoned hospitality professional with over 20 years of experience at some of New York City’s most esteemed establishments, is leading the venture. Born in the United States and raised in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica, Huey returned to the U.S. in 2001. Her distinguished […]

Brooklyn Council Member Farah N. Louis will host Juneteenth Holiday, June 19, Juneteenth Annual Central Brooklyn Celebration & Teen Entrepreneur Expo at Brooklyn Public Library, 10 Grand Army Plaza, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.  “Come celebrate Juneteenth with performances by Phresher and other organizations,” Louis, the daughter of Haitian and Bahamian immigrants, who represents the 45th Council District in Brooklyn, told Caribbean Life on Tuesday. “Enjoy youth entrepreneurship showcases, […]

Barbados The Barbados government has confirmed that a team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will join local regulators in inspecting the financial sector. Minister in the Ministry of Finance Ryan Straughn said that the IMF team will be joined by individuals from the Central Bank of Barbados (CBB) and the Financial Services Commission (FSC) in assessing the island's entire financial sector. Straughn added that the regulators would test the […]