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Mayoral Candidate Andrew M. Cuomo celebrated Haitian Flag Day with community members at a street fair in Brooklyn. The former New York Governor was joined by Assembly Member and Brooklyn Democratic Chair Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn and Council Member Farah Louis, the daughters of Haitian immigrants. "Our diversity is our strength, and the Haitian community is an important and vibrant part of the fabric of this great city," Cuomo said. "It […]

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has called on the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to ensure that the unique structure of West Indies cricket is fairly represented in qualification plans for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. CWI President Dr. Kishore Shallow stressed the importance of inclusion. "The Caribbean has consistently overachieved at the Olympics, showcasing world-class talent. Now, as cricket re-joins the Olympic program, our young […]

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has appointed 33-year-old veteran Barbadian all-rounder Roston Chase as their new West Indies Test captain, while his countryman, 32-year-old Jomel Warrican, will serve as vice-captain. The eagerly anticipated announcement was made following a recent meeting at Kensington Oval, at which Chase was unanimously approved by the CWI Board of Directors. CWI chose Chase over five other candidates for the job: John Campbell, Tevin Imlach, Joshua Da […]

Vincentians in New York on Sunday got a sample what is expected to be in store for them for Vincy Mas 2025, as the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Carnival Development Committee (CDC), partnering with the Brooklyn-based St. Vincent and the Grenadines Diaspora Committee of New York, launched the national festival in Brooklyn amid much fanfare. The 2025 Vincy Mas will begin on Friday, June 27, culminating on Tuesday, July […]

International Soca powerhouse Kes the Band will light up the legendary Budweiser Stage in Toronto on June 14, 2025, marking a historic moment for Caribbean music and culture in Canada. "Toronto was one of the very first cities we toured outside of our home, Trinidad & Tobago — and it's held a special place in our hearts ever since," Kes told Caribbean Life on Friday. "This city represents so much […]

Belize officials say Stann Creek Ecumenical College athletes demonstrated "remarkable resilience, grit, and heart in the face of adversity" at the Penn Relays Carnival at Franklin Field Stadium, University of Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia. Gary Francisco and Erian Jang, head coach and assistant coach, respectively, of Stann Creek Ecumenical College, a high school in Belize, told Caribbean Life on Sunday, May 18, that the Belize male track team made a" historic […]

The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) said on Tuesday, May 6, that Jamaica Carnival 2025 shattered previous records, with the island recording its highest-ever visitor arrivals for the annual celebration. Preliminary data from the Ministry of Tourism indicate that between April 22 and April 27, 8,571 visitors arrived in the country, a 15.5 % increase over the same period in 2024. The ministry said that total passenger arrivals climbed to 16,958, […]

In a historic ceremony on May 18, Pope Leo XIV was inaugurated as the 267th leader of the Roman Catholic Church, becoming the first American-born pontiff. The Mass, held in St. Peter's Square, drew over 200,000 attendees, including global dignitaries and religious leaders. Cardinal Timothy Dolan is the Archbishop of New York and one of the most prominent figures in the Roman Catholic Church in the United States. He attended […]

A classic summertime drink! Fresh pineapple chunks along with field-ripe strawberries, and a kiss of lemon. Perfect for children, and add a bit of rum or vodka, and your adult friends will be in a party mood. You’ll Need… 1 large ripe pineapple (cubed) 1 lb strawberries 8-10 cups of water 1 lemon 3/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon Mixed Essence 1 teaspoon Angostura bitters Notes! Please follow along with the […]