Haiti
Republic of Haiti is a country on the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, the Western Hemisphere's second-oldest independent country, (after the U.S.) and the world's oldest black republic. Haiti is roughly the size of Maryland. Port-au-Prince is the capital and the largest city. Haiti is mountainous, basically two peninsulas, separated by valleys and plains. The climate is tropical, with little variation in seasons. The land has mostly been deforested, but some mahogany, cedar, and coconut palms, avocado, orange, and mango trees still stand. Haiti also contains two large inhabited islands, Tortuga, off the northern coast, and Gonâve Island, lies in the gulf.
Bill Clinton and Ben Stiller to Co-Host Charity Event for Haiti
Bill Clinton is co-hosting an event in New York for The Stiller Foundation, which is building schools and other resources in Haiti.
Haiti Survivor: Girl Rescued Alive After 15 Days!
A 16 year old girl was found alive in Port-au-Prince, a fortnight after the Haiti's devastating earthquake. It's more than just a Haiti survivor tale.
Haiti Earthquake
Just a small note…
Earthquake in Haiti Aftermath
More than 200,000 people have died in the earthquake that devastated Haiti. Over three-quarters of the capital, Port-au-Prince, will need to be rebuilt according to authorities in the Caribbean country.
Haiti Quake Toll May Touch 50,000: World Struck by Shock and Grief
It's a race against time in Haiti where a 7 magnitude quake has shattered almost every dream.
Haiti Shaken By Massive Quake
A magnitude 7.0 earthquake has struck the Caribbean nation of Haiti.
Shakira Donates $400,000 to rebuild Destroyed Haiti School
Shakira’s Barefoot Foundation has donated $400,000 to help rebuild a nearly 100-year-old school that was damaged in the Haiti earthquake.
Wyclef Jean Says He Was Shot in Hand, Police Say Otherwise
Wyclef Jean once wanted to run for president of Haiti, but settled for voting in the election there on Sunday – he also had a bandage on his hand and claimed that he was shot.
Jean-Bertrand Aristide Departs for Haiti After Exile
At long last, Jean-Bertrand Aristide is returning to his homeland of Haiti, right before presidential elections in that country.
Haiti Cholera Outbreak Thought to Come from UN Troops
The cholera outbreak in Haiti has killed thousands, and now evidence points to U.N. peacekeepers as the source of the epidemic.
$1.5 Billion in U.S. Aid to Haiti Stalls Over Corruption Concerns
Haiti has been hit by an earthquake and cholera outbreak, and now a tropical storm is heading its way, but $1.5 billion in U.S. aid is being held up over concerns of corruption in the island nation.
Council Determines that Wyclef Jean Cannot Run for President
Wyclef Jean, who made waves and created hope after announcing that he was considering a run for the presidency of Haiti, was rejected by that country's electoral board.
Wyclef Jean Considering a Run at Presidency of Haiti
Wyclef Jean, musician and ambassador of Haiti, is considering making a run at the presidency in that country in the upcoming elections.
Michelle Obama Makes Surprise Visit to Haiti
On her first solo international trip, Michelle Obama made an unexpected visit to earthquake-devastated Haiti.
"We Are the World" Recorded in Spanish for Haiti
"We Are the World," already remade to help in Haiti, is now being remade in Spanish to lend even more assistant to the beleaguered country.
10 Americans Arrested in Haiti on Kidnapping Charges
A group of Americans was arrested while attempting to leave Haiti with 33 orphans whom they allegedly intended to set up for adoption with American families.
Haiti Government Receiving 1 Penny for Each Dollar in U.S. Aid
The corrupt Haitian government is receiving just one penny of every U.S. dollar spent to aid the stricken nation, which is a very good thing, indeed.
Big Stars Get Together to Help with "Hope for Haiti Now" Telethon
Haiti has seen money flooding in from celebrities around the world, and the most recent Haiti telethon was put together quickly to produce millions of dollars in aid for the country.
Nearly 400,000 to be Relocated in Haiti
The devastating earthquake that destroyed much of Haiti is resulting in the displacement of at least 400,000 Haitians who will be moved to camps outside urban areas.
Rush Limbaugh and Pat Robertson Slammed for Haiti Remarks
Following the earthquake that killed tens of thousands in Haiti, Rush Limbaugh and Pat Robertson were quick to make inflammatory remarks about the tragedy.
Celebrities Tweet to Help Haiti Earthquake Victims
Stars such as Ben Stiller, Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton are helping the people of Haiti via Twitter by instructing their followers to help.
Bill Clinton Welcomed as First-Ever U.N. Envoy to Haiti
Former U.S. President Bill Clinton yesterday became the first-ever special envoy to Haiti, where his popularity was evident.
Amazing Life-Changing Surgery Performed on Haitian Girl
In Miami Friday, surgeons gave a 14-year old girl an entirely new life by removing most of a 16-pound tumor that had disfigured and destroyed her face.
Bill Clinton is co-hosting an event in New York for The Stiller Foundation, which is building schools and other resources in Haiti.
Haiti Survivor: Girl Rescued Alive After 15 Days!
A 16 year old girl was found alive in Port-au-Prince, a fortnight after the Haiti's devastating earthquake. It's more than just a Haiti survivor tale.
Haiti Earthquake
Just a small note…
Earthquake in Haiti Aftermath
More than 200,000 people have died in the earthquake that devastated Haiti. Over three-quarters of the capital, Port-au-Prince, will need to be rebuilt according to authorities in the Caribbean country.
Haiti Quake Toll May Touch 50,000: World Struck by Shock and Grief
It's a race against time in Haiti where a 7 magnitude quake has shattered almost every dream.
Haiti Shaken By Massive Quake
A magnitude 7.0 earthquake has struck the Caribbean nation of Haiti.
Shakira Donates $400,000 to rebuild Destroyed Haiti School
Shakira’s Barefoot Foundation has donated $400,000 to help rebuild a nearly 100-year-old school that was damaged in the Haiti earthquake.
Wyclef Jean Says He Was Shot in Hand, Police Say Otherwise
Wyclef Jean once wanted to run for president of Haiti, but settled for voting in the election there on Sunday – he also had a bandage on his hand and claimed that he was shot.
Jean-Bertrand Aristide Departs for Haiti After Exile
At long last, Jean-Bertrand Aristide is returning to his homeland of Haiti, right before presidential elections in that country.
Haiti Cholera Outbreak Thought to Come from UN Troops
The cholera outbreak in Haiti has killed thousands, and now evidence points to U.N. peacekeepers as the source of the epidemic.
$1.5 Billion in U.S. Aid to Haiti Stalls Over Corruption Concerns
Haiti has been hit by an earthquake and cholera outbreak, and now a tropical storm is heading its way, but $1.5 billion in U.S. aid is being held up over concerns of corruption in the island nation.
Council Determines that Wyclef Jean Cannot Run for President
Wyclef Jean, who made waves and created hope after announcing that he was considering a run for the presidency of Haiti, was rejected by that country's electoral board.
Wyclef Jean Considering a Run at Presidency of Haiti
Wyclef Jean, musician and ambassador of Haiti, is considering making a run at the presidency in that country in the upcoming elections.
Michelle Obama Makes Surprise Visit to Haiti
On her first solo international trip, Michelle Obama made an unexpected visit to earthquake-devastated Haiti.
"We Are the World" Recorded in Spanish for Haiti
"We Are the World," already remade to help in Haiti, is now being remade in Spanish to lend even more assistant to the beleaguered country.
10 Americans Arrested in Haiti on Kidnapping Charges
A group of Americans was arrested while attempting to leave Haiti with 33 orphans whom they allegedly intended to set up for adoption with American families.
Haiti Government Receiving 1 Penny for Each Dollar in U.S. Aid
The corrupt Haitian government is receiving just one penny of every U.S. dollar spent to aid the stricken nation, which is a very good thing, indeed.
Big Stars Get Together to Help with "Hope for Haiti Now" Telethon
Haiti has seen money flooding in from celebrities around the world, and the most recent Haiti telethon was put together quickly to produce millions of dollars in aid for the country.
Nearly 400,000 to be Relocated in Haiti
The devastating earthquake that destroyed much of Haiti is resulting in the displacement of at least 400,000 Haitians who will be moved to camps outside urban areas.
Rush Limbaugh and Pat Robertson Slammed for Haiti Remarks
Following the earthquake that killed tens of thousands in Haiti, Rush Limbaugh and Pat Robertson were quick to make inflammatory remarks about the tragedy.
Celebrities Tweet to Help Haiti Earthquake Victims
Stars such as Ben Stiller, Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton are helping the people of Haiti via Twitter by instructing their followers to help.
Bill Clinton Welcomed as First-Ever U.N. Envoy to Haiti
Former U.S. President Bill Clinton yesterday became the first-ever special envoy to Haiti, where his popularity was evident.
Amazing Life-Changing Surgery Performed on Haitian Girl
In Miami Friday, surgeons gave a 14-year old girl an entirely new life by removing most of a 16-pound tumor that had disfigured and destroyed her face.