Haitian American filmmaker Rachelle Salnave explores dual citizenship, identity and belonging in new documentary
Filmmaker Rachelle Salnave set out to reclaim her Haitian citizenship. What she found along the way became a documentary about family, identity and what it means to belong to two worlds.
Sunrise Airways launches inaugural flight from Newark to Cap-Haïtien
Haiti women’s national soccer team rallies back for 2-1 win over New Zealand in friendly
The 2–1 win over New Zealand was the match in which the players showed they have started to adapt to Sundhage’s system and are on their way back to their best level.
The party is over, but Haiti learned important lesson from World Cup warmup loss | ANALYSIS
Les Grenadiers were less than 10 minutes away from a second straight victory before Peru scored twice in three minutes to steal a 2-1 win, spoiling the Haitian show.
Fort-Liberté residents demand action as new landfill remains closed
Every day, garbage trucks from Fort-Liberté, Ouanaminthe and Ferrier communes unload waste near the facility while authorities wait for a critical piece of equipment needed to begin operations.
How Voodoo overcame suppression and became a democratic force in Benin
Benin’s democratic stance reflects the resilience of Vodou, a religion suppressed under dictatorship but later recognized as national heritage.
Senate approves $70 billion immigration enforcement funding bill
The Senate approved a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding bill after rejecting efforts to permanently block a controversial Trump settlement fund.
6 Haitian restaurants to check out across New York
From Crown Heights to Jamaica, Queens, these Haitian-owned restaurants are helping define how Haitian food is experienced across New York City.
Maternal health support organization expands services to Long Island and New Jersey
Community First Equity announced its continued expansion from Brooklyn into Long Island and New Jersey, to bring culturally responsive maternal health resources and support to more Haitian families.
‘Stronger Together’ Haitian celebration brings needed relief, hope to Ohio community
Columbus celebrates Haitian Heritage Month with a night honoring leadership, resilience and community unity.
Haiti lights up Florida blue and red in 4-0 rout of New Zealand ahead of World Cup
The victory not only boosted Haiti’s confidence ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup but also energized fans eager to see Les Grenadiers return to soccer’s biggest stage in more than half a century.
Laurena Finéus’ “Cautionary Tales” turns landscape into a metaphor for freedom
Brooklyn-based Haitian-Canadian artist Laurena Finéus explores migration, memory and freedom through immersive landscapes in her first New York City solo exhibition.
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Boston Mayor, City Councilors honor Haitian Heritage Month with flag-raising ceremony
Boston community members raising the Haitian Flag during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. A group performing with traditional horns, an essential element of the ‘rara’ street band, during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. A joyful participant holding her Haitian flag during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. Boston community members raising the Haitian Flag during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune join city officials and community members for the Haitian Flag Raising ceremony at City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox.
HAITI NEWS
Haiti launches judicial units to tackle corruption, electoral fraud and sexual violence
While Haitian officials have presented the specialized judicial units as a historic step to combat gang crimes, corruption and sexual violence, human rights organizations warn that…
Haitian government accused of trying to tighten control over elections through controversial decree changes
The controversy arises as Haiti struggles to organize its first national elections in nearly a decade amid escalating gang violence, institutional paralysis, and a prolonged political transition. Several…
Ex-Mayor Michel Saint-Croix returns to lead Cap-Haïtien amid deepening sanitation crisis
Michel Saint-Croix, a business leader and political figure who served as mayor of Cap-Haïtien from 2006 to 2011, has returned to the post, replacing Angie Bell, who led…
‘They took Josué from me,’ mourns father of 11-year-old caught in crossfire in Haiti
Moments later, he heard a gunshot and his son calling for him, crying, ‘Papa, papa.’ Josué had been hit, struck in two fingers on his right hand. Another…
New York City residents will get a chance to purchase $50 World Cup tickets
New York City residents will soon have a chance to buy $50 tickets to select World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium through a city-run lottery.
Haiti’s Northwest turns to sea travel as gangs block roads, but operators say soaring fees threaten key alternative
Wisner Désir, a 24-year-old boat captain who has worked in maritime transport for seven years, said operators are demanding fairer regulations and lower fees. Several boat owners accused…
Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti
DIASPORA NEWS
How one Haitian mom’s journey put son on path to become NYC’s Health Commissioner
“Growing up was, if there was ever something that I felt like I couldn’t do, my mom would say, ‘You have the blood of Dessalines in…
Wyclef Jean to perform at FIFA World Cup Toronto countdown concert
Toronto’s concert lineup also includes Canadian rock singer Bryan Adams, Moroccan-Canadian artist Nora Fatehi, producer Sanjoy and French-Ivorian singer Vegedream. FIFA said additional artists and special guests will…
Haiti’s World Cup participation welcomes a myriad of fashion choices
Seven Haitian designers have created their own versions of the Haiti soccer jersey ahead of the country’s first World Cup appearance in 52 years.
Japanese-Haitian tennis player Naomi Osaka brings couture flair to French Open opener
Naomi Osaka wore a couture-inspired outfit at the French Open before winning her opening-round match in Paris, saying athletes are “in show business.”
Mayor Mamdani names Haitian American Edwin Raymond as New York City sheriff
Haitian American former NYPD lieutenant Edwin Raymond, known nationally for challenging policing practices inside the department, has been appointed sheriff of New York City by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Naïka releases Haitian Creole version of ‘One Track Mind’ following fan demand
French-Haitian singer Naïka has released a Haitian Creole version of “One Track Mind,” the konpa-inflected hit from her debut album ECLESIA, after fans rallied around the song’s Creole…
