Avellon Williams PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI- In the Cite Soleil slum, a gang attacked wood-and-tin homes and killed and raped hundreds of residents. In Port-au-Prince, one family of four was forced out of their neighborhood and lived on the streets until they were hit by a truck while sleeping. In the November accident, two brothers, ages 2 and […]
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Avellon Williams MEXICO- The Mexican government began imposing a 50% tariff on white corn imports on Saturday, a move aimed at boosting national production and preventing genetically modified corn imports. Published late Friday in the Mexican government’s official gazette, the measure will remain in effect until the end of the year. It coincides with a trade […]
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Avellon Williams AFRICA- The education system in Africa has a rich and complex history, deeply intertwined with the continent’s diverse cultures, colonial legacies, and aspirations for development. Throughout the centuries, education has played a crucial role in shaping the lives of African children and their communities, while also being influenced by external forces. Prior to the […]
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Avellon Williams TRINIADAD AND TOBAGO- Labour Day June 19th, 2023, in Trinidad and Tobago holds great significance in the country’s history, and a key figure associated with this day is Tubal Uriah Buzz Butler. Labour Day in Trinidad and Tobago traces its roots back to the early 20th century when workers’ rights and social justice issues were at the forefront of public consciousness. […]
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Avellon Williams KENYA- In the 2023-24 budget proposals presented to Parliament on Thursday, Sh49.9 billion will be allocated to agriculture. Compared to Uhuru Kenyatta’s last year in office, President William Ruto’s maiden budget of Sh3.68 trillion represents a 251 billion increase. Among the Sh49.9 billion, the State Department for Crop Development will spend Sh46.4 billion. Njuguna Ndung’u, the Cabinet […]
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Avellon Williams PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI- Several Caribbean leaders, including Haitian stakeholders, met in Jamaica yesterday to discuss the ongoing crisis in Haiti. The deteriorating situation in Haiti must be addressed, said CARICOM chairman Philip Davis. “We have come to help and not because the task is easy,” said Davis during the opening of the three-day meeting in […]
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Avellon Williams TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO- The stories of Indian indentured workers have been buried under the sands of time, forgotten, and neglected. But it is high time that we reclaim and resurrect these narratives, for they are an integral part of our shared history. In the annals of colonialism, the tales of Indian indentured workers are often […]
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Avellon Williams TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO- The Bermuda Triangle has been a topic of fascination and speculation for many years, captivating the imaginations of people around the world. However, in recent times, the so-called mystery surrounding the Bermuda Triangle has gradually lost its enigmatic aura as more information and scientific explanations have come to light. Over the […]
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Avellon Williams AFRICA- The history of Islamic dominance in Africa is a fascinating tale of cultural exchange, conquest, trade, and religious conversion. It spans over a millennium and has left an indelible mark on the continent’s history and societies. The Islamic influence in Africa began in the 7th century when Muslim traders from the Arabian Peninsula ventured […]
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Avellon Williams TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO- Dennis Francis, Trinidad and Tobago’s permanent representative to the UN, has been elected president of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly. In a General Assembly plenary session, Francis was elected by acclamation, as his candidacy was uncontested. In September 2023, he will take over from current General Assembly President […]
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