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On Saturday, May 24 at the inaugural Memorial Day Ceremony, the Brooklyn-based Caribbean-American Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (CACCI) bestowed honors on several Caribbean-born military veterans. The veterans, who served either their native country or the United States, including Arden Tannis, a former inspector in the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force; Tannis's Barbadian-born wife, Dr. Arlette Tannis, an erstwhile member of the Barbados Defense Force; Daton […]

One of the Caribbean Community's longest-serving and most senior heads of government has called for formal talks with Haitian gang leaders, saying continued attempts to wipe them out rather than engage them will lead to nothing positive. Roosevelt Skerrit, the Prime Minister of the Eastern Caribbean nation of Dominica since early 2004, argues that the time has come to sit down with the slew of very violent gang leaders in […]

Mayor of the City of New York, Eric L. Adams, on May 23, presented Consul General Michael E. Brotherson with a Proclamation acknowledging the country's invaluable contributions during a spirited flag-raising ceremony at Bowling Green Square, Manhattan. "One thing I've learned is that Guyanese do not hesitate to tell you they're Guyanese. You look at my administration, and you see a reflection of the diversity and the beauty of this […]

On Your Toes Dance Studio is proudly celebrating 15 years of serving the East Flatbush, Brooklyn community. Director Althea Holmes, who was born in Brooklyn to a Jamaican mother, told Caribbean Life that On Your Toes Dance Studio has become “a beloved neighborhood institution, dedicated to enriching the lives of young dancers and their families.” Since opening its doors in 2010, Holmes said On Your Toes has “remained true to […]

Authorities in Trinidad are moving with haste to implement Florida-style stand-your-ground laws as a means of fighting violent felony crimes, including home invasions, authorities said this week. Attorney General John Jeremie told reporters that the new administration, which won general elections in the federation with Tobago in late April, is in a hurry to pass such a law by mid-year as it is listed as a cabinet priority. If and […]

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has introduced legendary fast bowlers Sir Curtly Ambrose and Courtney Walsh to mentor some of the region's up-and-coming players. This is part of CWI's ongoing commitment to nurturing regional talent, and both legends are actively engaging with West Indies Academy players at the Coolidge Cricket Ground (CCG) in Antigua. The mentorship program started on May 21, with robust discussions led by Sir Curtly, who shared personal […]

Ishan Kishan's unbeaten 94 off 48 balls helped Sunrisers Hyderabad defeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their penultimate game of the Indian Premier League. Kishan smacked 5 sixes and 7 fours as Hyderabad scored a huge 231-6. In reply, Bengaluru were bowled out for 189 in 19.5 overs, a defeat that will harm their chances of finishing in the top two of the table. While the team has already qualified for […]