Shigeru Ishiba to Become Japan’s Prime Minister Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Tokyo, September 27, 2024 – Shigeru Ishiba, former defense minister, has been elected leader of Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), positioning him as the country’s next prime minister. Ishiba will succeed Fumio Kishida, who is stepping down following corruption scandals that impacted the party’s approval ratings. Ishiba, 67, is set to face major domestic challenges, […]
Hurricane Helene Strikes Florida as a Category 4 Storm: Latest Updates and Projected Path
Tampa, September 27, 2024 (The Clarity Times) – Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend region late Thursday night as a formidable Category 4 storm, with sustained winds reaching 140 mph. The storm unleashed catastrophic conditions, including life-threatening storm surges and widespread flooding across the Gulf Coast. As of Friday morning, over one million […]
Haiti Calls for Global Solidarity and Justice at UN Assembly: President Leblanc’s Bold Vision for the Future.
New York, September 26, 2024 (The Clarity Times) – In a powerful address before the 79th General Assembly of the United Nations, Haiti’s President of the Presidential Transition Council, Edgard Leblanc Fils, made a compelling plea for international solidarity, global justice, and meaningful support for Haiti’s ongoing struggles. Speaking to world leaders, he outlined both […]
Bombshell: NYC Mayor Eric Adams Indicted in Federal Corruption Scandal – Impact on the Democratic Party Looms
NEW YORK (The Clarity Times) – September 25, 2024 – In a stunning turn of events, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted by a federal grand jury, making him the first sitting mayor in the city’s history to face criminal charges while in office. Although the indictment remains sealed, sources familiar with […]
Missouri Executes Marcellus Williams Despite New DNA Evidence: A Shocking Case of Potential Innocence
In a highly controversial case, Marcellus Williams, a 55-year-old Black man, was executed on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, in Missouri, despite DNA evidence casting doubt on his guilt. Williams was convicted in 2001 for the murder of Felicia Gayle, a former journalist, but had always maintained his innocence. Recently, the top prosecutor in St. Louis […]
Florida Braces for Hurricane Helene: Early Prescription Refills Approved
Tallahassee, Fla. September 24, 2024: – As Florida prepares for the potential impact of tropical storm Helene, Governor Ron DeSantis has issued Executive Order 24-209, allowing early prescription refills for residents in 56 counties. This measure ensures access to essential medications ahead of the storms, especially with pharmacy closures likely. Under this order, Floridians can […]
Ballerina Michaela DePrince and Mother Elaine DePrince Die Within 24 Hours of Each Other
Michaela DePrince, a celebrated ballerina known for her work with Boston Ballet, passed away unexpectedly on September 10, 2024, at 29. Just 24 hours later, her mother, Elaine DePrince, died during a routine medical procedure at 77, unaware of her daughter’s death. The family confirmed that the two deaths, though close in time, were unrelated. […]
AGOM’s 3rd Annual Gala to Drive Change and Celebrate Haitian Culture
New York, September 18, 2024 – The Alliance Gonaïvienne d’Outre-Mer (AGOM) announces its 3rd Annual Gala, scheduled for Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Bentley’s Night Club in Brooklyn, New York. This high-profile event will be a vibrant celebration of Haitian culture while raising essential funds for sustainable development in Gonaives, Haiti. AGOM’s gala has become […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Arrested and Denied Bail on Racketeering and Sex Trafficking Charges
NEW YORK, September 17, 2024 – Sean “Diddy” Combs has been arrested and held without bail following serious charges of racketeering and sex trafficking. Federal prosecutors accuse Combs, 54, of leading a criminal enterprise involved in forced labor, kidnapping, and sex trafficking. The indictment reveals Combs allegedly used his influence to control and abuse women, […]
Tragedy in Miragoâne: 24 Dead, Dozens Injured in a Tanker Explosion
Miragoâne, Haiti, September 14, 2024 – A devastating tanker explosion in southwestern Haiti has claimed the lives of 24 people, with over 40 others injured, many suffering severe burns. The explosion occurred in the locality of Calbabasier, in the town of Miragoâne, when a fuel truck carrying petroleum products overturned. Witnesses reported that some victims […]
Tito Jackson, Jackson 5 Member and Brother of Michael Jackson, Dies at 70
September 16, 2024 – The Clarity Times – Tito Jackson, a founding member of the iconic Jackson 5 and brother to Michael Jackson, has passed away at 70, his family confirmed on Monday. His sons TJ, Taj, and Taryll shared their heartbreak on social media, saying: “It’s with heavy hearts that we announce that our […]
False Claims of Haitians Eating Dogs Debunked: U.S. Law Strictly Bans Dog and Cat Meat Consumption
West Palm Beach, FL – September 17, 2024, (The Clarity Times): – In a shocking turn of events, former President Donald Trump and his running mate, JD Vance, have been accused of falsely claiming that Haitian immigrants in the U.S. are eating dogs. However, this accusation is not only unfounded but also directly contradicted by […]
Celebrity Corner: Prince Harry, Matt Damon, and José Andrés Headline 2024 Clinton Global Initiative
New York, September 23, 2024 – The 2024 Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) will take place in New York on September 23 and 24. Key speakers include Prince Harry, actor Matt Damon, and World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés. This year’s theme, “What’s Working,” focuses on effective solutions to global issues like conflict, inequality, and food […]
Breaking News: Renowned Ballerina Michaela DePrince Dies at 29
Boston, MA, September 13, 2024 – (The Clarity Times) – In a tragic turn of events, Michaela Mabinty DePrince, the internationally acclaimed ballerina known for her inspiring journey from war-torn Sierra Leone to the global stage, passed away at age 29. The cause of death has not been disclosed. Michaela DePrince’s remarkable story began in […]
World News: Haitian National Police Welcomes Reinforcements: Jamaican and Belizean Troops Join Fight to Restore Order in Haiti”
Port-au-Prince, September 12, 2024 – The Clarity Times: – The Interim Director General of the Haitian National Police (PNH), Mr. Rameau NORMIL, officially welcomed a new contingent of police officers and soldiers from Jamaica and Belize on Thursday, September 12, 2024. The reception took place at Toussaint Louverture International Airport, attended by several high-ranking officials […]
Celebrity Corner: Cardi B Welcomes Third Child Amid Divorce from Offset
New York, NY, September 12, 2024 – (The Clarity Times): Female rapper Cardi B has a new reason to celebrate despite the challenges in her personal life. The 31-year-old rap superstar welcomed her third child on September 7, 2024, just over a month after filing for divorce from Offset. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Cardi shared […]
Bill Clinton Set to Reveal Post-Presidency Secrets in New Memoir Citizen this November
New York, September 12, 2024 — The Clarity Times: – Former President Bill Clinton is set to release his highly anticipated memoir, Citizen, on November 15, 2024. This compelling new book provides a detailed and candid look at Clinton’s life after his presidency, revealing his continued impact on global affairs and philanthropy and personal reflections […]
Ex-Governor Surrenders: Press Freedom Advocates Demand Swift Justice for Journalist’s Murder
New York, September 11, 2024 — The Clarity Times: – A coalition of press freedom groups has called for a swift and impartial trial after former Philippine governor Joel T. Reyes surrendered to authorities, ending his years as a fugitive. Reyes is connected to the 2011 murder of broadcast journalist Gerry Ortega, a case that has […]
World News: From “Shithole Countries” to “Eating Pet Animals”: Trump and Vance’s Remarks Endanger Haitians Living in the U.S.
Port-au-Prince, Haiti | September 10, 2024 | Clarity Times: – The Ministry of Haitians Living Abroad (MHAVE), led by Minister of Foreign Affairs Dominique Dupuy, has strongly condemned the recent remarks by former President Donald Trump and Vice President-select JD Vance, targeting the Haitian community in Springfield, Ohio. The comments, particularly Vance’s offensive remarks about […]
Breaking News: The National Haitian American Elected Officials Network Condemns Senator JD Vance’s Remarks on the Haitian Community
Orlando, FL | September 12, 2024, | Clarity Times: – The National Haitian American Elected Officials Network (NHAEON) strongly condemns Senator JD Vance’s recent remarks about the Haitian community in Springfield, Ohio. In a statement released today, NHAEON denounced Vance’s comments as inflammatory, baseless, and harmful to the Haitian American community. “As elected representatives of […]