Haiti
U.S. Hits Cap on Temporary Work Visas As Employers Seek 11 Million Workers
The USCIS offered 35,000 additional temporary work visas on May 18. By May 25, all visas not restricted by country had been taken.
Nearly 150 Haitian Immigrants Hop a Boat, Camp Out at Florida Beach House
A large group of approximately 150 Haitian migrants landed ashore on the private beach of a Summerland Key residence.
Hundreds of Haitian Migrants Smuggled, Rescued by Patrol in Florida Keys
Over 150 migrants were taken into custody for interviews and were processed for removal according to officials.
4 of Paul Farmer's Biggest Achievements As Global Health Patron Dies at 62
The U.S. philanthropist, known for trying to provide some of the world's poorest people with high-quality healthcare, died on Monday.
Why Haiti Has So Many Earthquakes Explained As Two Dead in Latest Tremors
Two powerful quakes hit Haiti's Tiburon Peninsula in the space of an hour on Monday morning, injuring more than 50 people.
More Than 100 Migrants Rescued From Boat Near Florida Shore
"The investigation regarding this incident remains ongoing," a CBP spokesperson stated. At least 20 of the Haitian migrants required medical attention.
Anonymous Donor Paid Ransom That Freed 3 Missionaries Kidnapped in Haiti
Recent accounts from the former hostages are the first acknowledgement that a ransom was paid following the October kidnapping of 16 Americans and one Canadian.
Man Linked to Jovenel Moïse Killing to Face U.S. Charges
One former Haitian official called the arrest of Mario Palacios "a step in the right direction."
Haiti PM Ariel Henry Flees Shootout Between His Security Team, Armed Group
One died and two others were injured in the sudden burst of violence, which occurred at a mass celebrating the country's Independence Day.
Haiti Struggles for Stability As Educated Class Flees Disasters, Unrest
"Haiti continues to face an escalation in criminal and political violence, which has led to 50% of the population facing food insecurity, including 1.2 million who are facing emergency deficiency levels," said the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR).
Haitians Stuck in Mexico's 'Open Air Prison' City See Asylum Claims Denied
Just 37 percent of Haitian migrants who filed asylum claims received refugee status, according to Amnesty International.
Father of 4 Missionaries Kidnapped in Haiti Says They're in Good Shape
The four kidnapped missionaries also had two other family members kidnapped, but they were released a few weeks earlier.
Missionaries Captured in Haiti Escaped at Night, Walked Miles Using Stars
"After a number of hours of walking, day began to dawn and they eventually found someone who helped to make a phone call for help," a group spokesman said.
Haitian Police Say All Kidnapped Missionaries Have Been Released
Seventeen members of the Christian Aid Ministries group were abducted by a Haitian gang in mid-October.
People Scoop Spilled Gas After Truck Explosion That Killed Over 50
This is the latest in a string of nationwide hardships, including a fuel shortage, 7.2 magnitude earthquake, and a presidential assassination--all in 2021.
Haitian Gang Releases 3 More U.S. Missionaries, Still Holds 12 for Ransom
Ohio-based Christian Aid Ministries released a statement Monday saying that the three missionaries released are "safe and seem to be in good spirits."
Miami Resident Detained in Connection to Haitian President Moïse's Murder
So far, more than 40 suspects have been detained in connection to Moïse's death, but police have not yet determined a motive.
Haiti Gang Head Allows Refueling for Week, Wants Prime Minister to Resign
G9 blocked entry into the terminal where fuel is stored and allocated last month, prompting a growing national crisis in the capital city of Port-au-Prince.
Haitian Priest Recalls Kidnapping with a $1 Million Ransom for his Return
"It's not easy. Every time we remember something. Every time we think about something… it is a part of my life," the priest said of his abduction.
Haiti PM Addresses Gangs and Kidnappings, Says Nation It Isn't Out of Fuel
"All those who take the Haitian people hostage, terrorize the population, are the enemies of the people....," Prime Minister Ariel Henry said.
As Recovery of Kidnapped Missionaries Continues, U.S. Says Haiti Needs Help
"...we are asked why our workers were in Haiti. We want others to enjoy the joy, peace, and redemption we have experienced," Christian Aid Ministries said.
Haiti Gets New Police Head as Hundreds Protest After Missionary Kidnappings
"We would like for public peace to be restored, that we return to normal life and that we regain our way to democracy," Prime Minister Ariel Henry said.
19th Colombian Suspect Detained In The Killing Of Jovenel Moïse
According to Superintendent Stephanie Lindsay of the Jamaica Constabulary Force, local Jamaican officials are still in the process of making calls to different embassies and ministers of foreign affairs to confirm details regarding the latest suspect.
Haitian Gang Threatens to Shoot American Hostages Unless Ransom Paid
The 400 Mawozo gang's leader also threatened Prime Minister Ariel Henry and the head of Haiti's National Police.
Woman Says FBI Did Little to Help After Haitian Gang Kidnapped Her Father
The FBI gave scant assistance to a U.S. woman in Haiti who was negotiating her father's release from a gang kidnapping.
Haiti Kidnappers Demand $1m for Each U.S. Hostage, Including 8-Month Baby
American and Canadian missionaries were returning from an orphanage in the capital Port-au-Prince when they were abducted by armed men on Saturday.
Protesters Block Miami Streets in Effort to Stop Haitian Deportations
Police on the scene began to make arrests after protestors refused to clear the entrance to Port Miami.
Haitian Workers Go on Strike, Leaving Streets Mostly Empty After Abductions
The kidnapped group included six women, six men and five children according to Christian Aid Ministries.
Haiti Kidnappings Live Updates: Miami Protesters Decry Haitian Deportations
Officials believe the 400 Mawozo gang is responsible for the recent surge in kidnappings in Hatiti.
U.S. Missionaries Kidnapped in Haiti Sent Message: 'Please Pray for Us'
The WhatsApp message reportedly read: "We are being held hostage, they kidnapped our driver. Pray pray pray."