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World Bank Will Continue to Support Haitian Development Efforts

Since 2005, the World Bank has provided about US$250 million in grants to this Caribbean country.

Source : Topix.net | 24-Jul-2008 18:49

Jacques Bouillon of UN Anti-kidnapping Police Unit

Luis stood on the spot where six months earlier his and Vanessa's life changed. On the winding road up the hill, are wealthy homes with some of the best views of Haiti's capital, Port-au-Prince.

Source : Topix.net | 24-Jul-2008 18:47

Children at risk highlighted in United Nations' report

More than 60 children have been kidnapped in Haiti since the start of the year, according to a United Nations report.

Source : Topix.net | 24-Jul-2008 18:43

Invasive lionfish threaten native Caribbean fish
As if nitrates, acids, coral bleaching and increasing amounts of sediments were not enough, young resident Caribbean fish have to contend with ravenous, non-native lionfish. A new Oregon State Univers...
Source : Haiti Sun | 24-Jul-2008 16:06

Caribbean Contact Center & BPO Report 2008-2010 Published by Zagada Institute Projects Caribbean Outsourcing Talent Base Surpassing 100,000 by 2010
Updated Research From Zagada Institute Reveals Caribbean Fast Become a Dominant Nearshore Niche Player To American Firms Miami and Coral Gables, Fla. (
Source : Haiti Sun | 24-Jul-2008 15:01

Cherilus agrees to contract with Lions
Offensive tackle Gosder Cherilus agreed to terms on a five-year contract with the Detroit Lions on Wednesday night.Cherilus was the 17th pick in April's draft out of Boston College. He is expected to ...
Source : Haiti Sun | 24-Jul-2008 07:48

Lions, tackle Cherilus agree to 5-year contract
(AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)In this Feb. 23, 2008 file photo, offensive lineman Gosder Cherilus of Boston College runs a drill at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. Cherilus agreed to terms on a five...
Source : Haiti Sun | 24-Jul-2008 07:48

Dominica and Dominican Republic trade diplomats
SANTO DOMINGO. - Dominican Republic established diplomatic relations with the island-nation Dominica, in a ceremony held in the country's Permanent Mission before the United Nations. The joint commun...
Source : Haiti Sun | 24-Jul-2008 07:41

Philippines to send 320 peacekeepers to Liberia, Haiti
The Philippines will soon send a team of 320 military officers for the peacekeeping missions in strife-torn Liberia and Haiti, the country's military chief said Thursday. Of the peacekeepers, 165 are ...
Source : Haiti Sun | 24-Jul-2008 06:57

Over 300 RP peacekeeping troops to be sent to Liberia, Haiti
OFF TO LIBERIA, HAITI. Military Chief General Alexander Yano sees off 320 soldiers that will be sent to Liberia in Africa, and Haiti in Central America for peacekeeping missions sponsored by the Unite...
Source : Haiti Sun | 24-Jul-2008 06:43

Economic And Social Council Extends Mandate Of Ad Hoc Advisory Group On Haiti Through 2009 Substantive Session
The Economic and Social Council today extended the mandate of its Ad Hoc Advisory Group on Haiti through its 2009 substantive session and adopted three other resolutions and five decisions relating to...
Source : Haiti Sun | 24-Jul-2008 03:03