The party is over, but Haiti learned important lesson from World Cup warmup loss | ANALYSIS
Les Grenadiers were less than 10 minutes away from a second straight victory before Peru scored twice in three minutes to steal a 2-1 win, spoiling the Haitian show.
Sunrise Airways launches inaugural flight from Newark to Cap-Haïtien
Maternal health support organization expands services to Long Island and New Jersey
Community First Equity announced its continued expansion from Brooklyn into Long Island and New Jersey, to bring culturally responsive maternal health resources and support to more Haitian families.
‘Stronger Together’ Haitian celebration brings needed relief, hope to Ohio community
Columbus celebrates Haitian Heritage Month with a night honoring leadership, resilience and community unity.
Haiti lights up Florida blue and red in 4-0 rout of New Zealand ahead of World Cup
The victory not only boosted Haiti’s confidence ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup but also energized fans eager to see Les Grenadiers return to soccer’s biggest stage in more than half a century.
Laurena Finéus’ “Cautionary Tales” turns landscape into a metaphor for freedom
Brooklyn-based Haitian-Canadian artist Laurena Finéus explores migration, memory and freedom through immersive landscapes in her first New York City solo exhibition.
Sunrise Airways opens a new air bridge between Cap-Haïtien and Newark with inaugural flight
Sunrise Airways launched direct service between Cap-Haïtien and Newark Liberty International Airport, strengthening ties between northern Haiti and the New York–New Jersey Haitian Diaspora.
Grenadiers’ sole Haiti-based player lands in US after visa delay
Haitian fans across the world are ecstatic to hear news of Woodensky Pierre’s arrival, since Haiti-based players have been scarce on the national team in recent years.
Haiti police graduate 1200 recruits, hours before 3 officers slain
The graduation ceremony held on May 29 came just hours before three police officers and a civilian were killed during an operation against the Gran Grif gang in the Artibonite Department, underscoring both the risks officers face and the urgent need for a security personnel boost.
‘Grenadye Alaso! Men mizik…’ World Cup inspires new music from Haitian musicians
Artists spanning generations and genres of Haitian music talent have produced an array of musical tracks. Together, they tell a larger story about national pride, strength, culture and hope at a time when Haiti continues to grapple with multiple crises.
Haitians switch soccer allegiances from Brazil as Grenadiers end World Cup drought
Haiti’s World Cup return has fans rallying behind the Grenadiers, even as hardship and violence continue across the country.
5 things Haiti needs to do in friendlies to be better prepared for World Cup | Analysis
Haiti’s two last preparation matches will help determine whether recent additions to the squad are ready for the sport’s biggest stage and whether several lingering concerns have been addressed.
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Boston Mayor, City Councilors honor Haitian Heritage Month with flag-raising ceremony
Boston community members raising the Haitian Flag during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. 
A group performing with traditional horns, an essential element of the ‘rara’ street band, during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. 
A joyful participant holding her Haitian flag during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. 
Boston community members raising the Haitian Flag during the flag-raising ceremony at Boston City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox. 
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune join city officials and community members for the Haitian Flag Raising ceremony at City Hall Plaza on May 15, 2026. Photo courtesy of the Mayor’s Office/John Wilcox.
HAITI NEWS
Haiti launches judicial units to tackle corruption, electoral fraud and sexual violence
While Haitian officials have presented the specialized judicial units as a historic step to combat gang crimes, corruption and sexual violence, human rights organizations warn that…
Haitian government accused of trying to tighten control over elections through controversial decree changes
The controversy arises as Haiti struggles to organize its first national elections in nearly a decade amid escalating gang violence, institutional paralysis, and a prolonged political transition. Several…
Ex-Mayor Michel Saint-Croix returns to lead Cap-Haïtien amid deepening sanitation crisis
Michel Saint-Croix, a business leader and political figure who served as mayor of Cap-Haïtien from 2006 to 2011, has returned to the post, replacing Angie Bell, who led…
‘They took Josué from me,’ mourns father of 11-year-old caught in crossfire in Haiti
Moments later, he heard a gunshot and his son calling for him, crying, ‘Papa, papa.’ Josué had been hit, struck in two fingers on his right hand. Another…
New York City residents will get a chance to purchase $50 World Cup tickets
New York City residents will soon have a chance to buy $50 tickets to select World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium through a city-run lottery.
Haiti’s Northwest turns to sea travel as gangs block roads, but operators say soaring fees threaten key alternative
Wisner Désir, a 24-year-old boat captain who has worked in maritime transport for seven years, said operators are demanding fairer regulations and lower fees. Several boat owners accused…
Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti
DIASPORA NEWS
Naïka releases Haitian Creole version of ‘One Track Mind’ following fan demand
French-Haitian singer Naïka has released a Haitian Creole version of “One Track Mind,” the konpa-inflected hit from her debut album ECLESIA, after fans rallied around the…
New York and New Jersey attorneys general subpoena FIFA over World Cup ticketing practices
New York and New Jersey officials are investigating FIFA after fans reported misleading seat assignments and sharply rising ticket prices ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Haitian Flag Day celebrations showcase culture, music and resilience | PHOTOS
Photos and highlights from Haitian Flag Day celebrations, including Haitian Cultural Exchange in Brooklyn.
Dave & Buster’s to host Haiti World Cup watch parties in South Florida
This is a way to connect with families in the large Haitian immigrant community and show them how much we understand the significance of the moment and care…
Marly Métayer runs for slain daughter’s Coral Springs commission seat
A month and a half after the killing of Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Métayer, her mother, Marly Métayer, has entered the race to fill the commission seat…
FIFA’s big experiment may have made the World Cup too big for its own good
The 2026 World Cup will be bigger than ever, but critics say more teams and games could test fans, players and FIFA’s prized tournament.
