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Dominican-Haiti relations top Fernandez’s agenda in FranceParis. - The topic of Dominican-Haiti relations will be present in president Leonel Fernandez’s agenda in France, French diplomatic sources said Tuesday. Fernandez, who participated in the 14th Lat... (Haiti Sun)
Caribbean urged to keep up HIV fight
However the senior advisor at PAHO's Caribbean office, Dr Amalia del Riego, told BBC Caribbean that health officials remain concerned about the rates of infection in the region. (Haiti Sun)
itravel2000, a Travelzest Company, Teams Up With Martinique Promotion Bureau to Promote the Flower of the Caribbean
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Dec. 1, 2009) - itravel2000.com, Canada's premier online travel company and the Martinique Promotion Bureau/Comite Martiniquais du Tourisme have teamed up to encourage ... (Haiti Sun)
U.S. autos enter Dominican Republic duty free in 30 days
Santo Domingo. - The Free Trade Agreement with the United States and Central America (Dr-Cafta) will allow Dominicans to bring vehicles made in the U.S., or those whose parts are at least 35% original... (Haiti Sun)
Canada nominates new IMF executive director representing Canada, Ireland, Caribbean
Canadian Minister of Finance Jim Flaherty Monday announced the nomination of Tom Hockin as Executive Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) representing the constituency of Canada, Ireland ... (Haiti Sun)
Go sweet and spicy with Caribbean crab cakes
Bored with traditional crab cakes? Looking to add some big and bold flavors to the dish? Chef Cindy Hutson offers a tasty alternative with her Caribbean tropical crab cakes with mango papaya salsa. (Haiti Sun)
Anguilla emerges as new destination for incentives and meetings travel to the Caribbean
NEW YORK, USA -- Anguilla, the serene island paradise in the Caribbean, known for its tranquility, beauty and famed upscale resorts is developing new initiatives with substantial reasons for incentive... (Haiti Sun)
Dominican Republic’s ruling party got drug money, top official says
Santo Domingo.- The Presidency’s Adviser on drugs affirmed Monday that president Leonel Fernandez isn’t being provided “loyal” information on the two most wanted fugitives, and revealed that o... (Haiti Sun)
Caribbean jewel St. Bart's appeals to Francophiles, foodies, fashionistas
Wheels up at the island of St. Maarten and we skim across the waters of the French West Indies to St. Barthelemy - a tiny Caribbean jewel for Francophiles, foodies and fashionistas. The island is a... (Haiti Sun)
Christmas in Haiti
December is a time when most of us are busy bustling around for the Christmas holidays crossing gifts off our list, baking goodies and decorating our homes with wreaths and colourful lights.
(Topix.net)Dominican-Haiti relations top Fernandeza s agenda in France
The topic of Dominican-Haiti relations will be present in president Leonel Fernandez's agenda in France, French diplomatic sources said Tuesday.
(Topix.net)Annville family runs to raise money for Haiti birth center
Seven members of an Annville family will run in distance races in Florida next month to raise money for a medical facility in Haiti.
(Topix.net)Miami Conference on the Caribbean kicks off with focus on Haiti
Haiti's new prime minister will be the keynote speaker Tuesday night at the annual Miami Conference on the Caribbean, which gives special attention this year to the distressed nation recovering from back-to-back hurricanes.
(Topix.net)Farmville farmers raise $700,000 for Haiti
Farmville proves that digital goods could well be the most powerful tool for nonprofit funding.
(Topix.net)Blessing Health Service nursing director returning to Haiti on third medical mission
Mike Vansteel says it is opportunities like a mission trip to Haiti in January that reaffirm his decision to be part of the medical profession.
(Topix.net)A gathering storm
Something very important happened this Friday in Haiti, Oxfam published a report with the title: "A gathering storm, climate change and poverty in Haiti". It tells the story of a country deeply affected by hurricanes and tropical storms, which are predicted to get worse in the coming years. It is likely that hurricane's intensity could increase by 5 - 10% by around 2050, and it is predicted that rainy days will decrease.
(Topix.net)Lawrence University students to put Haiti music programs in spotlight with documentary
When cellist Carolyn Armstrong wanted to educate people about the music programs in Haiti where she volunteers, she arranged a slide show of sights.
(Topix.net)Deported Haitians return to Dominican city in less than 24 hours
Santo Domingo.- Most of the 80 undocumented Haitians repatriated on Friday, after being arrested in Santiago (north), returned to Dominican Republic, the Immigration authorities said. One of the Immi... (Haiti Sun)
Interpol joins hunt for Dominican Republic’s most wanted fugitive
Santo Domingo.- The hunt for Sobeida Feliz, implicated in the confiscation of US$4.6 million allegedly produced with drug trafficking, expanded to other countries after the authorities asked Interpol ... (Haiti Sun)
Italian chef missing at sea on Caribbean cruise
Colombian maritime authorities searched Sunday for an Italian chef believed to have gone overboard from a U.S. cruise ship off Colombia's Caribbean coast, officials and the man's family said.Angelo Fa... (Haiti Sun)
Ricky Nelson Remembered Tour Coming to Oasis of the Seas -- Nelsons to Headline Royal Caribbean’s Dec 5th Inaugural Sailing
Celebrity entertainers The Nelson Brothers announced The Ricky Nelson Remembered Tour starring Matthew & Gunnar Nelson will be headlining onboard Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis of the... (Haiti Sun)
Norwegian Dawn cruise ship breaks down after week-long Caribbean tour
BASSETERRE, St Kitts (CUOPM) -- The 2,500 passenger Norwegian Dawn, which visited St Kitts on Thursday, broke down on Friday on its way back to Miami after a week-long trip around the Caribbean. Passe... (Haiti Sun)
Haitian activists want Obama to address immigration goals
Haitian-American and immigrant activists who greeted President Barack Obama's election with high hopes are growing frustrated with the administration's failure to deliver one of their top goals. (MiamiHerald.com)
UN plane crashes in Haiti with 6-10 onboard
UNITED NATIONS -- (AP) -- The United Nations says a U.N. plane monitoring the border between Haiti and the Dominican Republic crashed with 6 to 10 military personnel on board. (MiamiHerald.com)
FHP trooper takes Haitian community under his wing
When Mass ended one recent Sunday morning, Florida Highway Patrol trooper Lt. Pasco ``Pat'' Santangelo stepped outside Notre Dame d'Haiti Catholic Church and began the usual post-service exchange of pleasantries and handshakes. (MiamiHerald.com)
AP misrepresents reality of Lavalas exclusion in Haiti elections - November 29, 2009
The Associated Press provides information that Haitian President Preval's LESPWA party was also banned from participation in the next parliamentary elections scheduled for early 2010.
(Topix.net)Haitian Toddler in Minn. to Have Tumor Removed
A 3-year-old girl from Haiti is in Minnesota for a surgery to save hey eyesight.
(Topix.net)Italian chef missing at sea on Caribbean cruise
By NICOLE WINFIELDAssociated Press Writer ROME (AP) - Colombian maritime authorities searched Sunday for an Italian chef believed to have gone overboard from a U.S. cruise ship off Colombia's Car... (Haiti Sun)
Italian chef missing at sea on Caribbean cruise
ROME (AP) - Colombian maritime authorities searched Sunday for an Italian chef believed to have gone overboard from a U.S. cruise ship off Colombia's Caribbean coast, officials and the man's family sa... (Haiti Sun)
Italian chef missing at sea on Caribbean cruise
Colombian maritime authorities searched Sunday for an Italian chef believed to have gone overboard from a U.S. cruise ship off Colombia's Caribbean coast, officials and the man's family said.Angelo Fa... (Haiti Sun)
Italian chef missing at sea on Caribbean cruise
ROME—Colombian maritime authorities searched Sunday for an Italian chef believed to have gone overboard from a U.S. cruise ship off Colombia's Caribbean coast, officials and the man's family sai... (Haiti Sun)
