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Repairs resume on Massacre River canal as rains expose vulnerabilities in key infrastructure

Agriculture & Environment

Repairs resume on Massacre River canal as rains expose vulnerabilities in key infrastructure

Heavy rains damaged Haiti’s Massacre River canal, a key resource for farmers and nearby communities. Repairs are underway to strengthen its structure, prevent future flooding, and secure its vital role in irrigation. The canal symbolizes resilience and hope for the region’s agricultural future. The post Repairs resume on Massacre River canal as rains expose vulnerabilities in key infrastructure appeared first on The Haitian Times. Repairs resume on Massacre River canal as rains expose vulnerabilities in key infrastructure was first posted […]

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Kwik Kwak: Do you know these Haitian riddles?

Games

Kwik Kwak: Do you know these Haitian riddles?

Engage with Haitian folklore by guessing the answers to these classic riddles that reveal the ingenuity and spirit of Haitian oral traditions. The post Kwik Kwak: Do you know these Haitian riddles? appeared first on The Haitian Times. Kwik Kwak: Do you know these Haitian riddles? was first posted on November 23, 2024 at 9:00 am.

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Novelist Dany Laferrière takes center stage at Martinique’s literary celebration

Arts & Culture

Novelist Dany Laferrière takes center stage at Martinique’s literary celebration

Haitian-born author Dany Laferrière is the guest of honor at the third edition of Festival en Pays Rêvé in Martinique. This year’s festival brings together 16 writers from four continents, including acclaimed authors like Alain Mabanckou, Suzanne Dracius, and Tania de Montaigne, alongside three Martinican writers. Laferrière will present his latest work, "Un Certain Art de Vivre," alongside events promoting accessibility and inclusion. The post Novelist Dany Laferrière takes center stage at Martinique’s literary celebration appeared first on The Haitian […]

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US eases air travel ban on Haiti, opening flights to Cap-Haïtien 

Cap-Haitien

US eases air travel ban on Haiti, opening flights to Cap-Haïtien 

The FAA has lifted the flight ban to Cap-Haïtien, restoring travel to Haiti’s north, while gang violence keeps Port-au-Prince’s airport shuttered. Airlines like Sunrise Airways are adapting, but Haiti faces mounting pressure to address the ongoing crisis. The post US eases air travel ban on Haiti, opening flights to Cap-Haïtien  appeared first on The Haitian Times. US eases air travel ban on Haiti, opening flights to Cap-Haïtien  was first posted on November 22, 2024 at 11:01 am.

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Port-de-Paix play blends comedy and tragedy to inspire Haiti’s youth

Arts & Culture

Port-de-Paix play blends comedy and tragedy to inspire Haiti’s youth

A Port-de-Paix theater group captivated audiences with Respekte Paran W, a play urging youth to value parental guidance. Through humor and drama, ZKZ tackled issues like teen pregnancy and rebellion, inspiring families to unite for Haiti's future. The post Port-de-Paix play blends comedy and tragedy to inspire Haiti’s youth appeared first on The Haitian Times. Port-de-Paix play blends comedy and tragedy to inspire Haiti’s youth was first posted on November 22, 2024 at 11:27 am.

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From threats to gifts: How Haitian gang leaders added TikTok to their social media arsenal

Crime & Justice

From threats to gifts: How Haitian gang leaders added TikTok to their social media arsenal

While gang leaders flood social media with threats, social media companies have faced increasing calls to take action. Some human rights advocates believe that tech giants should implement stricter content controls for known gang accounts, noting that similar practices have been applied to other criminal networks in Latin America and beyond. The post From threats to gifts: How Haitian gang leaders added TikTok to their social media arsenal appeared first on The Haitian Times. From threats to gifts: How Haitian […]

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Russia, China block UN mission for Haiti amid rising gang violence

Crime & Justice

Russia, China block UN mission for Haiti amid rising gang violence

China and Russia have once again vetoed the transformation of the MSS into a UN peacekeeping mission, amid a week of violence in Haiti, which has seen at least 150 deaths, 92 injuries, and around 20,000 displaced, according to the latest figures from the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. The post Russia, China block UN mission for Haiti amid rising gang violence appeared first on The Haitian Times. Russia, China block UN mission for Haiti amid rising gang violence […]

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The sounds and sights of Gonaïves’ Vodou festival captivate audiences, challenge stereotypes and foster resilience

Arts & Culture

The sounds and sights of Gonaïves’ Vodou festival captivate audiences, challenge stereotypes and foster resilience

Under the glow of candles and vibrant lights, Gonaïves’ second annual Vodou festival celebrates Haitian heritage through music, dance, and rituals. While insecurity lingers, Vodou practitioners reject claims of gang ties, focusing instead on unity and resilience. Festival runs weekends through Jan. 6, 2025. The post The sounds and sights of Gonaïves’ Vodou festival captivate audiences, challenge stereotypes and foster resilience appeared first on The Haitian Times. The sounds and sights of Gonaïves’ Vodou festival captivate audiences, challenge stereotypes and […]

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Brooklyn’s Tadia Toussaint’s Emmy nod underscores her knack for elevating marginalized voices in NYC

Arts & Culture

Brooklyn’s Tadia Toussaint’s Emmy nod underscores her knack for elevating marginalized voices in NYC

Emmy-nominated filmmaker Tadia Toussaint sheds light on NYC’s housing inequities in her latest documentary. A Brooklyn native and former Haitian Times journalist, Toussaint blends advocacy and artistry. The post Brooklyn’s Tadia Toussaint’s Emmy nod underscores her knack for elevating marginalized voices in NYC appeared first on The Haitian Times. Brooklyn’s Tadia Toussaint’s Emmy nod underscores her knack for elevating marginalized voices in NYC was first posted on November 20, 2024 at 3:23 pm.

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