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Local event highlights Indo-Caribbean music
On March 23, Flushing Town Hall in Queens, in collaboration with the Ragini Festival, hosted Indo-Constellations, a night celebrating the rich musical traditions of the Indo-Caribbean diaspora, specifically the countries of Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, and Fiji. The event featured the following artists: Ben Parag, a Guyanese American vocalist who blends Bollywood classics with chutney… Read More
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Guyanese nationals honored with Caribbean Impact Awards
Guyanese nationals are by far some of the most accomplished immigrants living in New York. They have worked hard, played by the rules, and achieved the American dream. As such, five compatriots whose contributions continue to inspire generations to come were honored on March 20 for their outstanding achievements at the 2025 Caribbean Life Impact… Read More
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No time for poll
Any lingering hopes that Jamaicans had that the island would soon become a republic like some of its Caribbean neighbors have been sorely dashed with the governing Jamaica Labor Party (JLP) saying a key referendum vote to change the constitution will not be held alongside general elections scheduled for later this year. Minister of Legal… Read More
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Kohli, Salt power RCB to victory in IPL Opener Vs KKR
Virat Kohli made a tremendous start in the Indian Premier League (IPL) Tournament with a 30-ball half century as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated the defending champion Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets in the opening match of the series at Eden Gardens. Kohli secured Bengaluru’s run chase of 177-3 in 16.2 overs with an… Read More
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Rachel Watts: Leading the charge for Arts Education in New York City
For over four decades, Arts Connection has been a beacon of arts education in New York City, ensuring that public school youth have access to quality arts programming. At the helm of this mission is Rachel Watts, the executive director of Arts Connection, whose personal journey with the arts has shaped her commitment to the… Read More
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Caribbean private sector upset about proposed tariff on Chinese ships
A normally conservative regional umbrella organization has told US trade authorities that any surcharge on Caribbean port calls by ships built in China could be devastating for regional trade. Grenadian Patrick Antoine, president of the Private Sector Organization (CPSO) of CARICOM has asked the US Trade Representative for time to present the region’s case against… Read More
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Visita guidata al nuovo polo d’infanzia di via Verolengo
In via Verolengo 29, nel cuore di Borgo Vittoria, si sta lavorando al cantiere per la realizzazione del nuovo polo d’infanzia 0-6. Sabato 29 marzo, accompagnati da esperti e dall’assessora alle Politiche Educative e Giovanili Carlotta Salerno, è in programma un tour al cantiere aperto a cittadini, istituzioni e famiglie per vedere in diretta lo stato di avanzamento dei… Read More
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Biennale Democrazia 2025 apre al Carignano con Alessandro Barbero
Ha preso il via questo pomeriggio al Teatro Carignano la nona edizione di Biennale Democrazia, dal titolo ‘Guerre e Paci’, con un dialogo tra lo storico Alessandro Barbero e la studiosa Manuela Ceretta sul conflitto e la pace nella storia. All’uscita, il pubblico è stato sorpreso dal flashmob dei giovani di Democrazia Futura. La giornata… Read More
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Dancehall ‘Kings’ to perform in NYC
The three contenders for the “King of the Dancehall” title – Yellowman, Beenieman and Vybz Kartel – are scheduled to perform in New York City this spring. Kartel, born Adidja Palmer, the self-proclaimed “World Boss”, is set to perform at Reggae Fest, slated for the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Friday, April 11. A second… Read More
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Caribbean immigration advocates, lawmakers rally for $165M for legal services
Caribbean immigration advocates and lawmakers on Monday rallied in Albany for an investment of $165 million in the State budget for immigration legal services and infrastructure. The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC), partners, legal service providers, immigrant New Yorkers and allies rallied at the New York State Capitol in support of the Access to Representation… Read More
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