By Stephen Weir “La dolce vita” — the Italian expression for “the good life” — isn’t always easy in the Caribbean these days, what with American tariffs, extreme weather around the world and political turmoil. However, la dolce vita is going Caribbean this fall, as ITA Airways, Italy’s national airline, prepares to fly Italians directly […]
Marjorie Michel arrived in federal politics as a first time MP, but the Liberal’s rapid rise to Canada’s health ministry was preceded by decades of work behind the scenes in government, diplomacy and political organization. Elected in Papineau in 2025 to succeed former prime minister Justin Trudeau, Michel was appointed Health Minister by Prime Minister […]
Onslaught: when the experiment escapes, survival becomes personal By Janet Grant Something is refreshing about a movie that does not spend too much time apologizing for what it is. Onslaught, directed by Adam Wingard, is a loud, violent, and unapologetically pulpy action-horror film that throws an Army sniper, genetically engineered super soldiers, and a protective […]
FAN EXPO: fandom takes over Toronto By Janet Grant – photos by Melissa Cruzz Held August 27–30 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, this year’s event marked its 30th edition, with celebrities, comics, gaming, anime, merchandise, panels and cosplay filling both the North and South Buildings. But one word kept coming to mind throughout the […]
Art Museum showcases ‘Carnival Blues’ By Neil Armstrong Photos by Nila Gupta As the busy carnival weekend approaches, enthusiasts will be able to participate in “Carnival Blues,” a celebratory cycle of programming over two days to mark the conclusion of the exhibition “Land. Sea. Sugar. Salt.: Terrestrial and Aquatic Contemplations of the Caribbean,” at Art […]
By Neil Armstrong An organization committed to advocating for vulnerable and marginalized individuals and communities will host a town hall meeting focused on changes to Canada’s Bail and Sentencing Reform Act and informing people of their rights. ResQ Youth International, which believes that “knowing your rights is the first step toward protecting them,” is inviting […]
Black Londoners urged to give blood for sickle LONDON, England – Thousands of people living with sickle cell disorder in London are being urged to help raise awareness of the condition this month, while Black African and Black Caribbean communities are being encouraged to donate blood. The appeal comes as NHS London marks Sickle Cell […]
Runner: a fast, fun action ride By Janet Grant Runner is a fast action movie that knows its audience: a dangerous mission, a countdown clock, gunfire, car chases, and two unlikely partners forced to work together. Directed by Scott Waugh, the 97-minute action-comedy stars Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson as a mismatched pair racing across […]
A family doctor offers more than treatment For people balancing work, family responsibilities and the demands of settling into a new community, visiting a doctor or nurse practitioner can easily become something reserved for emergencies. Health professionals, however, say primary care should be part of regular health maintenance, not simply a response to illness. A […]
West Indies will need to navigate another qualifying campaign before they can secure a place at the 2027 Men’s ODI World Cup, extending a difficult period for one of cricket’s most decorated teams. The two-time World Cup champions are currently ranked 10th in the ICC ODI standings and cannot move into the automatic qualification places […]
