In a significant move towards decolonization, Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley announced that the national coat of arms will be updated to replace the three ships of Christopher Columbus with the steelpan, the country’s national instrument. This change is expected to be implemented by Republic Day on September 24, 2024. The announcement […]
A new UNICEF analysis has revealed that approximately 466 million children—equivalent to one in five worldwide—now live in regions experiencing at least double the number of extremely hot days compared to six decades ago. This stark warning underscores the rapid rise in days exceeding 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit) and highlights the severe implications […]
By Lincoln DePradine Heman Bekele, a Black American science student, is one of the world’s latest inventors, joining the fight against one form of the deadly cancer disease. He has created a skin cancer-treatment soap that Bekele says “will be able to make a direct impact on somebody else’s life”. The invention by Bekele, who […]
In an era where political campaigns often mirror the divisiveness and chaos of the times, Kamala Harris and Tim Walz stand out with a refreshing, forward-looking, and joyful approach to American politics. Their campaign is not just a breath of fresh air but a clear contrast to the negativity and division that has come to […]
This summer, many Canadians, would have been taking road trips across the country: visiting relatives, reconnecting with friends, hiking through the Rockies, swimming in the Pacific, and marveling at Canada’s vast landscapes and rich history. However, their vacation, once a symbol of quintessential Canadian adventure, is now cast into uncertainty due to the severe impacts […]
By Anthony Joseph The video was startling—a spirited and colourful display of Carnival in China, accompanied by a note from a friend predicting that in five years, the Chinese would host a Carnival to rival Brazil’s. My friend skipped over Trinidad and Tobago, London, New York, and even Toronto, dismissing them as too small to […]
By Lincoln DePradine The federal Liberal Party government is about to launch a program to attract more students from Guadeloupe, Martinique, Cameroon, Senegal, Mali and other French-speaking countries to Canada. The new Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) – a partnership with designated French-language and bilingual post-secondary learning institutions – will be launched Monday, August […]
By Indira Tarachandra In 1971 Dianna Singh arrived in Canada from Guyana with her husband and the couple’s baby daughter. Three years later, estranged from her husband, Dianna went missing and her slain body was found on August 25, 1974. For half a century this case has remained cold. Dianna’s daughter was only four years […]
By Yolanda T. Marshall Here are some traditionally published books by Canadian authors for your back-to-school shopping lists. Stars in My Crown Written by Antonio Michael Downing and illustrated by Richy Sánchez Ayala. “Author and musician Antonio Michael Downing’s debut picture book is about big changes and big feelings and speaks to all kids experiencing […]
The stage is set for this year’s Impact Awards, where nine exceptional individuals will be honored for their outstanding contributions. As the third annual presentation, this year’s event promises to deliver an unforgettable experience, celebrating the best and brightest from diverse sectors. Below, we introduce this year’s awardees. Health: Dr. Everton Gooden began his tenure […]
