Caribbean Life News Headlines Archive for February 16, 2024

Yvena Despagne (on the left), curator of BYENVENI, takes students on a preview tour of the exhibition at the Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute. In the background, you can see Steven Baboun’s installation and photography artwork, part of the exhibition.

Arts & Entertainment

CCCADI explores Black futures through Black history, anchored in Haitian culture

By Nelson A. King

New York Attorney General Letitia James.

Business

James hails court decision on legal cannabis sales in NY

By Nelson A. King

Nigy Boy and Olympic Champion Usain Bolt exchange pleasantries in the VIP Lounge at the Super Bowl "Rise & Toast" half time party in Miami.

Music

Visually-impaired reggae singer makes waves on three-state tour

By Nelson A. King

Mayor of the City of East Orange, NJ Ted R. Green, addresses expatriates at the 57th Anniversary of Independence on City Hall Plaza.

Guyana

Guyana American Foundation to host 54th Republic Anniversary fundraiser at Woodbine Ballroom

By Tangerine Clarke

Caribbean American New York City Public Advocate Jumaane Williams.

Grenada

NYC public advocate celebrates Grenada’s 50th Independence Anniversary

By Nelson A. King

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Health

Youth suicide prevention : Recognize the signs

By StatePoint

From left, owners Nia Marie and Ashley Small at their luxury spa.

Business

Young entrepreneurs open Black luxury spa catering to women of color in Queens

By Tracey Khan

More from Around NYC

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Community leaders press for details on the new Bronx jail — and investment in keeping people out

Richard Swygert was convicted of murder on March 19 for a triple shooting that killed a 20-year-old Rosedale man in front of the notorious and now-closed Umbrella Hotel in Kew Gardens during the early morning hours of New Year's Day 2021.

Bronx man convicted of murder for 2021 New Year’s Day triple shooting at notorious Umbrella Hotel in Kew Gardens: DA

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Agency tasked with protecting workers says it needs more lawyers as Mamdani reverses campaign commitment to double its budget

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Agency tasked with protecting workers says it needs more lawyers as Mamdani reverses campaign commitment to double its budget