Hurricane Milton Set to Strike Florida as a Category 3 Storm.
(Clarity Times) – Florida is preparing for another significant storm as Tropical Storm Milton intensifies and is forecasted to become a Category 3 hurricane by midweek. This comes on the heels of Hurricane Helene, which struck the state less than two weeks ago. Residents and officials are bracing for Milton’s projected landfall, which threatens to […]
Vance and Walz Face Off in Heated Vice-Presidential Debate, No Clear Winner Emerges
New York, NY, October 2, 2024 – The Clarity Times: – In a tightly contested vice-presidential debate on Tuesday night, both Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz delivered strong performances, though neither candidate emerged as the victor. Held in New York, the debate showcased a series of sharp exchanges, with Vance maintaining a calm, […]
Haiti’s Presidential Transition Council (CPT) Seeks to Dismiss Dominique Dupuy Amid Controversy at the UN
Port-au-Prince, Haiti – October 1, 2024 – Controversy erupted during the recent Council of Ministers session as some minority presidential advisors attempted to place the removal of Dominique Dupuy, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Acting Minister of Haitians Living Abroad, on the agenda. Concerns over her performance fueled calls for a leadership change, according […]
UN Security Council Unanimously Extends Mission to Restore Stability in Haiti Amid Ongoing Gang Violence
Port-au-Prince, Haiti – The Clarity Times: – On September 30, 2023, the United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted resolution 2751, renewing for one year the authorization for member states to deploy a Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti. This mission aims to help restore security in the country and facilitate conditions conducive to free […]
U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Former Haitian Politician and Gang Leader for Human Rights Abuses
Washington, D.C. – The United States has sanctioned Prophane Victor, a former Haitian parliamentarian, and Luckson Elan, leader of the Gran Grif gang, for their involvement in severe human rights abuses in Haiti. The sanctions, announced by the U.S. State Department, aim to hold both men accountable for fueling violence in the country. Victor is […]
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 […]
World Sports: Daniel Dubois Stuns Anthony Joshua with Fifth-Round Knockout
London, ENG – September 23, 2024- The Clarity Times: – Daniel Dubois shocked the boxing world with a devastating fifth-round knockout of Anthony Joshua at Wembley Stadium, retaining his IBF heavyweight title in front of 96,000 fans. Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) dominated from the outset, dropping Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) three times before delivering a […]
Haiti Advances Toward Elections with New Electoral Council Since 2016
Port-au-Prince, September 20, 2024 – The Clarity Times: Haiti has established a new Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) to organize long-overdue presidential and legislative elections, anticipated by 2026. This development comes less than two weeks after U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Port-au-Prince, urging Haiti’s provisional government to expedite the electoral process. Blinken emphasized that […]
Kenyan President Ruto Visits Haiti, Meets with Transition Council Amid International Peacekeeping Mission Challenges
Port-au-Prince, September 21, 2024 – The Clarity Times: – Kenyan President William Ruto visited Haiti today in a high-profile diplomatic mission, reinforcing Kenya’s leadership in the international effort to restore stability in the Caribbean nation. During the visit, President Ruto met with the Conseil Présidentiel de Transition (CPT) and engaged with Kenyan troops deployed as […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Suspends Presidential Campaign, Signals Support for Trump
Phoenix, AZ — August 23, 2024 — In a surprising turn of events, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Independent presidential candidate, announced the suspension of his campaign during a nationally televised speech from Phoenix, Arizona. Despite halting his bid, Kennedy will remain on the ballot in most states where he has already qualified. However, he […]
63-year-old Florida Man Arrested After Pulling Gun on Drivers in Port St. Lucie
Port St. Lucie, FL – August 20, 2024 – In a dramatic road rage episode, 63-year-old Paul Slane was arrested after allegedly threatening two individuals with a handgun. The incident, captured on video, occurred on Tuesday as Slane, driving a black Mercedes, aggressively maneuvered around a truck. He then stopped his vehicle, brandished a gun, […]
Ex-Haitian President Michel Martelly Exposed as Drug Kingpin in Explosive U.S. Sanctions
Washington, D.C., August 20, 2024: – In a stunning announcement from Washington, D.C., the U.S. has imposed sanctions on former Haitian President Michel Martelly for his alleged involvement in international drug trafficking. U.S. officials claim that Martelly used his political power to facilitate the transport of dangerous drugs, including cocaine, to the United States. In […]
Deadly Police Raid at Carrefour Rita: High-Profile Arrests Include Police Officers and Journalists
Port-au-Prince, Haiti (Clarity Times), August 17, 2024: – In the early hours of Thursday, August 15, 2024, a deadly police operation unfolded at the “Anvayi Hotel” in Carrefour Rita, a neighborhood in the northern part of the Haitian capital. Five individuals, including the notorious prison escapee Casalès Blanco, alias “Gwo Fanfan,” were killed during a […]
Deadly Escape Attempt at Saint-Marc Civil Prison: 15 Dead, 1 Inmate on the Run, 6 Hospitalized
Saint-Marc, Haiti (Clarity Times) August 17, 2024:- An attempted prison escape at the Saint-Marc Civil Prison resulted in the deaths of 15 inmates, with one successfully escaping and six others hospitalized. At the time of the incident, the facility held 534 detainees—477 men and 17 women—compared to 550 reported on August 15. A source within […]
Diplomatic Crisis: Haitian Leaders Boycott President Abinader’s Inauguration Amid Escalating Tensions
Port-Au-Prince (Haiti) (Clarity Times) August 16, 2024: – Haitian leaders have made the surprising decision to boycott the inauguration of Dominican President Luis Abinader on August 16, 2024, marking a significant low in the already tense relationship between the two neighboring nations. Prime Minister Garry Conille and Edgard Leblanc Fils, head of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential […]