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Caribbean Community governments welcomed a United Nations Security Council resolution on Haiti that switches the mandate of an international group fighting heavily armed gangs to a suppression force, officials said Wednesday. This opens the door to greater resources and additional boots on the ground. Regional officials had feared that Russia and China would have vetoed the resolution that passed on Tuesday, but along with Pakistan, they simply abstained, allowing resolution […]

Trinidadian nursing educator Dr. Hazel Mary Sanderson Marcoux, Ed.D., RN, wants nurses to build strong legacies. In delivering the featured address Sunday, Sept. 14, of the Brooklyn-based Trinidad and Tobago Nurses Association of America, Inc. (TTNAA) 57th Anniversary Gala Luncheon and 33rd Scholarship Grant Award Ceremony at Russo's on the Bay in the Howard Beach section of Queens, Dr. Sanderson Marcoux said she has been giving much thought to the […]

Members of the Independent United Order of Mechanics, Friendly Society, Western Hemisphere, Incorporated (IUOM) in the New York Metropolitan area celebrated on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, their 268th Anniversary Service of Thanksgiving at the Church of St. Luke and St. Matthew (Episcopal) in the Bedford-Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn.  The Church of St. Luke and St. Matthew, at 520 Clinton Ave., was built 1888-1891, and has been a New York City […]

The United Methodist Men (UMM) at Fenimore Street United Methodist Church (FSUMC) in Brooklyn on Sunday, Sept. 21, celebrated what they described as a very successful "Men's Day" during the church's Worship Service. "It was a well thought-out, executed, and inspired Worship Service," FSUMC Pastor, the Rev. Roger Jackson, told Caribbean Life afterwards. "I am looking forward to seeing the continued growth and participation of the men in all areas […]

The Third Annual Caribbean Music Awards (CMA) was broadcast on Black Entertainment Television (BET) for the first time on Sept. 12. According to organizers, the event showcased the "unique and incredible voices of the Caribbean.” "This esteemed ceremony, unlike any other, celebrated trailblazers in Caribbean music who not only enrich our vibrant culture but also pave the way for future generations to flourish," said the Caribbean Elite Group (CEG), host […]

Guyana's President, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, fresh from a resounding victory for a second term in office, was greeted warmly at a meet-and-greet on Sept. 23 on the sidelines of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City. The Head-of-State delegation, which included First Lady Arya Ali, Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Hugh Todd, and Minister of […]

A taste of the Caribbean meets Asian-inspired dishes at CZEN Restaurant, a Brooklyn eatery serving a unique menu for nearly six years. Owner Al and his partners, who are of Jamaican, Haitian, and Barbadian descent, opened the restaurant to bring neighborhood-style flavors and a vibrant atmosphere to the Brooklyn neighbourhood. “Seasoned actually stands for Caribbean Zen,” Netfa Ricketts said. “We wanted to blend our roots and create something that reflected […]

As a student at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Jeremiah Lambert-Norfleet is a fierce debater on just about any topic. But after participating in a new program we introduced to improve communication across the CUNY system, Jeremiah concluded that maybe he’s a little too fierce at times. “Before the training, my instinct was to say, ‘Oh, you disagree with me? I’m going to prove you wrong with hardcore facts […]

West Indies were defeated once again, this time against minnows Nepal, by a humiliating 19-runs in their opening T201 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium to propel them to a 1-0 lead in the three-match Unity Cup series. Jason Holder and Navin Bidaisee shared seven wickets between them to limit Nepal to 148 for 8 from 20 overs, after being sent in to bat. In their run chase, Bidaisee was the […]