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The shoes of victims of the deadly stampede. Photo: AP
Americas and the Caribbean

Stampede at historic fortress in Haiti kills 25 and injures dozens

Authorities in Haiti probe ‘severe overcrowding’ at Citadelle Laferriere following mountaintop crush.

Americas and the Caribbean

US offers US$3 million to breach financial fortress of Haiti’s gangs

Americas and the Caribbean

Explosive drones have killed hundreds in Haiti, including civilians: report

Americas and the Caribbean

Haiti’s future uncertain amid US threats, bloody gang conflict

Three US warships arrived in the ‌Bay of Port-au-Prince on Tuesday, reflecting the US ‘commitment to Haiti’s security, stability and brighter future’.

A man tramples on a US flag during a protest in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, on Friday. Photo: EPA-EFE
United Nations

UN hits out at global ‘apathy’ as it slashes aid appeal for 2026

UN unveils streamlined plan to raise at least US$23 billion to help 87 million people in the world’s most dangerous places.

United States

US pauses all immigration applications from 19 countries

The pause applies to people from nations that were already subjected to a partial travel ban in June.

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Americas and the Caribbean

Medical supplies, staff in short supply in Jamaica, Cuba in wake of record storm

Described as one of the strongest hurricanes ever recorded in the Atlantic, Melissa caused widespread damage in the Caribbean.

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People walk along a street destroyed by Hurricane Melissa in Black River, Jamaica, on Friday. Photo: EPA
Extreme weather

Video | Hurricane Melissa kills dozens in Haiti, Cuba and Jamaica

Even countries outside Melissa’s direct path felt the devastating effects of one of the strongest Atlantic storms ever recorded.

Natural disasters

Death toll rises as Caribbean nations dig out after Hurricane Melissa

Dozens are dead and missing after monster storm Melissa thrashes Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba.

Extreme weather

‘Don’t gamble with Melissa’: Jamaica awaits Category 5 ‘record’ hurricane

Catastrophic flash flooding, a metres-high storm surge and landslides are likely, authorities warn.

Hurricane Melissa, which has developed into a Category 5 hurricane, moves westward in the Caribbean Sea towards Jamaica. Photo: CIRA/NOAA via Reuters
Americas and the Caribbean

1 dead in Haiti as Tropical Storm Melissa lumbers through the Caribbean

‘The very warm waters and slow movement of this storm are a recipe for disaster,’ a hurricane expert has warned.

A man fishes on the waterfront in Santo Domingo on Wednesday as the Dominican Republic remains on alert for Tropical Storm Melissa. Photo: EPA
Americas and the Caribbean

UN Security Council approves new military force to battle Haiti’s gangs

The security force can deploy up to 5,500 uniformed personnel, five times the size of the current law enforcement mission.

Americas and the Caribbean

New president for Haiti as gangs threaten to topple government

Wealthy businessman Laurent Saint-Cyr assumes leadership of the transitional council, which has struggled to contain the country’s armed groups.

Americas and the Caribbean

Gangs burn iconic Haiti hotel that rose to international fame

Grand Hotel Oloffson, famed for inspiring books and hosting celebrities, destroyed as gang violence sweeps Port-au-Prince.

The famous Grand Hotel Oloffson in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. File photo: AP
Israel-Gaza war

Gaza the worst as violence against children hit ‘unprecedented levels’ in 2024, UN says

UN reveals catastrophic year for youth in conflict zones, with ‘grave violations’ including killing, maiming and sexual violence.

A Palestinian girl, wounded in an Israeli strike, receives treatment at Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City. Photo: Reuters
United States

Trump’s new travel ban takes effect, citizens of 12 nations barred from US

Ban comes amid rising tensions over the US president’s escalating campaign of immigration enforcement.

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Donald Trump

Trump bans nationals from 12 countries entering US, citing security concerns

Afghanistan, Haiti, Myanmar among 12 nations facing outright entry ban; seven additional countries to face heightened scrutiny.

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United States

US Supreme Court lets Trump revoke ‘parole’ status for migrants

This potentially exposes hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan, Cuban, Haitian and Nicaraguan migrants to rapid removal.

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Protesters block a loading dock gate of an immigration court outside the Varick detention facility in Manhattan. Photo: EPA-EFE
Taiwan

Beijing ‘flexible’ in courting Taiwan allies as Haiti, St Lucia attend summit

The Caribbean countries are among handful of nations with formal Taipei ties, but presence in Beijing signals pragmatism, analysts say.

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US-China relations

G7 slams China’s ‘dangerous’ moves in South China Sea, strongly backs Ukraine

Statement by foreign ministers gathered in Canada also highlights importance of ‘maintaining peace and stability’ across Taiwan Strait.

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US-China relations

Eyeing China, Rubio makes Central America his first trip as top US diplomat

Countering Beijing and ‘deepening economic partnerships’ to boost regional prosperity said to be on agenda in tour that starts in Panama.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is a long-time China hawk who has a history of engaging leaders in Latin America. Photo: Reuters
United Nations

207 Haitians killed for practising voodoo were abducted, hacked to death: UN

A gang leader, who accused the victims of poisoning his child, ordered the brutal ‘manhunt’ earlier this month.

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A woman cries outside her house after armed gangs set it on fire in the Post Marchand neighbourhood of Haiti’s Port-au-Prince on December 17. Photo: AFP
Aviation

Haiti swears in new prime minister as airliner hit by gunfire

All flights in and out of Port-au-Prince airport halted after Spirit Airlines jet struck by gunfire, injuring flight attendant.

United Nations

Haiti replaces PM, marking more turmoil in democratic transition process

Alix Didier Fils-Aime replaces Garry Conille, who had been the acting prime minister since June.

Americas and the Caribbean

UN ‘horrified’ as at least 70 killed in Haiti gang attack

Gangs have taken over the capital, and the country’s security and health systems are collapsing.

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Armoured vehicles used by Kenyan police rumble through the streets of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Photo: TNS
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

How newborn’s first cries gave Hong Kong nurse hope amid tragedy of Israel-Gaza war

Nurse Krystal So only medical volunteer from Hong Kong to be sent on Medecins Sans Frontieres humanitarian mission to Gaza Strip in May.

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Nurse Krystal So checks on a newborn baby at Gaza’s Nasser Hospital. Photo: Handout
Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Sartorial splendour in Paris: top 10 stylish Olympic uniforms to watch out for

From a kaleidoscope of Haitian colour, to the startling Czech entry that demands attention, some designers have truly outdone themselves.

Americas and the Caribbean

Haiti’s PM mobilises UN-backed Kenyan forces to reclaim capital from gangs

Gangs control 80 per cent of Port-au-Prince, and they have been blamed for killing or injuring more than 1,500 people.

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