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Aerial view of the pavilion at the Peoples Temple compound in Jonestown, Guyana, where more than 900 members of the cult, led by Reverend Jim Jones, died from drinking cyanide-laced Kool Aid, Nov. 25, 1978.

Row over Jonestown mass suicide site

By Bert Wilkinson

President of the Guyanese Essequibians Organization of America, Mr. Indarjeet Paul, fourth from left, poses with members of the organization at the annual Christmas party last Saturday at Liberty Palace in Richmond Hill. Kimberley Persaud, second from left, served as emcee.

Queens

CG Brotherson lauds ‘Guyanese Essequibians’ for the spirit of community, unity, and joy at Christmas party

By Tangerine Clarke

Walter Greene and Rebecca Moses attend The Fragrance Foundation Media Connections Brunch at Melba's Harlem on Sept.07, 2022 in New York City.

Fashion

Guyanese fashion journalist passes at 74

By Vinette K. Pryce

Dr. Gill, is a passionate radio host and founder of her online radio station.

Books

Guyanese-born community leader reflects on journey and nonprofit mission

By Tracey Khan

Jamaican Canadian Keondra Tomlinson-Gayle, right, is being presented with her certificate of Ghanaian citizenship by President President Akufo-Addo after being sworn in among more than 200 Afro-Caribbean citizens at a ceremony on Nov. 19, 2024, in Accra, Ghana.

More than 200 Afro-Caribbean Diaspora members obtain Ghanaian citizenship

By Tangerine Clarke

Kimbesha Campbell stands proudly at one of her outdoor events, serving from her food truck.

Business

From Berbice to Georgia: Kimbesha Campbell’s journey to bring Guyanese cuisine to the South

By Tracey Khan

Originally from humble beginnings in Guyana, Rampersaud has built a successful career through hard work and determination.

Business

Entrepreneur Jennifer Rampersad: From humble beginnings to financial empowerment pioneer

By Tracey Khan

Prime Minster of the Antigua and Barbuda H.E. Gaston Browne speaks onstage during Global Citizen NOW 2024 at Spring Studios on May 01, 2024 in New York City.

Antigua

Caribbean RoundUp

By Devika Ragoonanan

Grenada

Severe flooding in Grenada

By Bert Wilkinson

The Beaton Family in front pew: Husband Douglas Beaton, second from left, with son Kevin to his right; daughter Denica to his immediate left; and Minerva's sister-in-law, Joy MGowan, right, who is married to Minerva's brother, Neil McGowan.

People

Hundreds pay last respects to Guyanese community worker Minerva Beaton

By Nelson A. King

Sybil 'Gee Gee' George (fourth from left) surrounded by attendees at her first gala.

People

Gee Gee George: Empowering communities through radio and philanthropy

By Tracey Khan

Giyana’s consulate staff at Shri Lakshmi Narayan Mandir on Liberty Avenue in Queens, during an Oct. 19 outreach. From left, Indranie Persaud, Donna Christophe, Vanessa Ward, Kwesi Smith, Nacifa Watson, Akilah Huntley-Olius, (Diaspora Unit Head) Joe Yussuff, Naraine Lutchman, Jeff McNaughton, (second row) Consul General Michael E. Brotherson, Leanna Paul, Karen Persaud, Daby Sukhandan, and Fazia Khusial.

News

Georgetown to utilize NY diasporans’ skills

By Tangerine Clarke

Guyana

Guyana police scandal

By Bert Wilkinson

After playing an intense game, the Morant and Berbice volleyball teams pose for a picture.

Sports

All ages, all seasons: Volleyball teams unite Caribbean players in Queens

By Tracey Khan

Stacey Mollison, president and CEO of Libra Management Group.

Business

Guyanese national organizes four-day business and investment conference

By Bert Wilkinson

Former Prime Minister of The Bahamas Hubert Minnis.

Bahamas

Caribbean RoundUp

By Devika Ragoonanan

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