On a bright and sunny Saturday at Woodbine Racetrack, jockey Patrick Husbands once again demonstrated his prowess, taking two of the three races he competed in. The day marked a special milestone for Husbands as he celebrated 30 years of riding at the famed racetrack, and his performance left no doubt that he deserves a […]
By Yolanda T. Marshall Sons of the East Written by Ifeoma Chinwuba. “Sons of the East intricately lays bare the dark underbelly of polygamy in an Igbo family in southeastern Nigeria. Beyond the brazen show of material opulence through international businesses, importations, master-apprentice relationships, and grandeur titles, lurks the beast of jealousy, chauvinism, covetousness, sibling […]
By Lincoln DePradine Dr. Akwatu Khenti is well known as an unabashed proponent and advocate of Pan-Africanism and pride in African history and culture, as well as an advocate of Black collective self-reliance, unity and empowerment among Africans on the continent, in Canada and the rest of the Diaspora. Khenti, who has had a name […]
Caribbean athletes showcased their prowess at the Wanda Diamond League in Doha, Qatar, with Bahamian 400m Olympic Champion Steven Gardiner and Jamaican long jump finalist Carey McLeod seizing victory in their respective events. McLeod, who had previously finished fourth at the Xiamen meet, demonstrated significant improvement to claim the top spot in the men’s long […]
In what has become one of the most talked-about conflicts in recent hip-hop history, Drake and Kendrick Lamar find themselves embroiled in a heated feud that may have recently taken a dangerous turn. Escalating to the point where law enforcement had to address it after a security guard was shot outside Drake’s Toronto residence. Their […]
The skies above Guyana saw a display of American military might on May 9th, as two Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet strike fighters conducted a flyover with the collaboration and approval of the Guyanese government. This display comes at a time when the small South American nation is embroiled in a heated border dispute with neighboring […]
By Lincoln DePradine Trinidadian-Canadian performer Henry “Cosmos’’ Gomez maintains a hectic schedule on the entertainment circuit, including the calypso fraternity. In this spring and summer season, he’ll be spearheading a series of activities as president of the Organization of Calypso Performing Artists (OCPA). “We have quite a few things happening,’’ Gomez, a former Calypso Monarch […]
The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA), a cornerstone of Canada’s advocacy for equity and opportunity within the Black community, faces significant scrutiny. Established in 1983 and celebrated for hosting the esteemed Harry Jerome Awards, the BBPA now confronts allegations that threaten its impressive legacy. In late April 2023, Chandran Fernando, a business owner and […]
Toronto’s famous Woodbine Racetrack is set to dazzle in the colours of Barbados as it hosts a special celebration on Saturday, May 18, 2024, dubbed “Patrick Husbands Day.” This event honors the illustrious 30-year career of one of Canada’s most celebrated jockeys, Patrick Husbands, whose contributions to horse racing have made him a household name, […]
Distress and crisis centers play a vital role in Canada’s public health strategy for preventing suicide, offering immediate assistance and resources during critical moments. During Mental Health Week, the Federal government announced a $4.5 million investment to bolster the capabilities of 26 organizations providing distress line services across the country. Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental […]
