Caribbean Life News Headlines Archive for August 9, 2024

US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken

Barbados

Barbados lone CARICOM country to participate in Americas Partnership

By Nelson A. King

New York City Mayor Eric Adams

NYC’s Asylum Application Help Center wins ABA’s Hodson Award for Public Service

By Nelson A. King

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro speaks during a march amid the disputed presidential election, in Caracas, Venezuela Aug. 3, 2024.

Caricom, sub grouping on Venezuelan elections

By Bert Wilkinson

Jamaica Consul General to NY Alsion Wilson addresses the official launching of the Caribbean Diaspora United in honor of Caribbean-American Heritage Month at Russo's on the Bay in Howard Beach, Queens.

Jamaica

JAMLEO celebrates Jamaica 62nd Independence Anniversary

By Nelson A. King

Patients who found their new home through NYC Health Hospitals’ Housing for Health initiative

Health

Housing for Health initiative houses over 1,200 patients, families

By Nelson A. King

Students showcasing their projects upon completing their training.

News

Humanitarian Mission in Berbice faces financial crisis despite notable achievements

By Tracey Khan

More from Around NYC

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‘Everyone is welcome here’: District 9 celebrates second annual Pride parade at Roberto Clemente State Park

little bay park

CM Paladino outraged by murder in Little Bay Park after teen was stabbed to death, dozens of scooter riders seen fleeing crime scene

NY: 2024 Presidential Election Day

Who’s on the ballot, where to vote and more: Brooklyn Paper’s guide to the 2026 primary election

Folarin Balogun goal USMNT Paraguay World Cup

2026 WORLD CUP: USMNT ride Balogun brace to historic 4-1 opening win over Paraguay