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Cuba June 6, 2024

4 Russian ships to dock in Cuba next week

Four Russian vessels, including a nuclear-powered sub, will arrive in Cuba's capital, Havana, next week, officials said as they cited "historically friendly relations" with Moscow.

TRAVEL June 5, 2024

Hot honeymoon destinations: Bora Bora, Bali and more tropical, international spots for couples

Are you trying to decide where to go on a romantic getaway for your honeymoon? Destinations like Turks and Caicos are popular options among couples.

Christianity May 25, 2024

American missionaries killed by Haitian gang 'gave everything' for the people there: family

New details have emerged on American missionaries Davy and Natalie Lloyd, as well as Jude Montis, the local director of Missions In Haiti, Inc., who were fatally shot by gangs.

World May 24, 2024

American missionary couple killed in Haiti, agency says

Two American missionaries in Haiti were killed Thursday, a Christian nonprofit said. Missouri state Rep. Ben Baker said his daughter, Natalie, was one of the missionaries.

Caribbean May 22, 2024

Rare tornado hits Haiti, injuring more than 50 people and leaving hundreds homeless

The U.N. said a rare tornado has left more than 50 people injured and destroyed over 200 homes in the community of Bassin-Bleu in Haiti; 10 people were hospitalized after being 'seriously injured.'

Caribbean May 20, 2024

Haiti’s main international airport reopens nearly three months after gang violence forced it to close

Haiti’s Toussaint-Louverture airport, the country's main international airport, has reopened for the first time in almost 3 months after closing in March due to gang violence.

United Kingdom May 19, 2024

English courts consider nixing mandatory wigs for barristers amid concerns they're 'culturally insensitive'

Courts in England and Wales are weighing whether required wigs discriminate against Black barristers and might remove the traditional headpieces from the mandatory dress code.

Caribbean May 3, 2024

13 killed as heavy rains unleash landslide in Haiti

Following two days of heavy rains in Haiti, at least 13 people have died; Haiti’s Civil Protection Agency said a landslide caused the majority of the deaths.

Caribbean May 3, 2024

Families claim Americans are 'unjustly detained' in Turks and Caicos for possession of ammunition

Four Americans have been charged with illegal possession of ammunition in Turks and Caicos; currently they are facing 12 years in prison.

Caribbean May 2, 2024

Gangs in Haiti launch fresh attacks, days after a new prime minister is announced

Haitian gangs laid siege to several Port-au-Prince neighborhoods, exchanging gunfire with police for hours and burning homes as hundreds fled the violence.

Caribbean May 1, 2024

The unexpected announcement of a prime minister divides Haiti's newly created transitional council

After 4 out of 7 members of Haiti's transitional council announced they had chosen Fritz Bélizaire as prime minister, council members who oppose him are considering fighting the decision or resigning.