Plant-based diet tied to improved sexual health in men treated for prostate cancer

Plant-based diet tied to improved sexual health in men treated for prostate cancer

To listen to this now click here. A groundbreaking study published in the prestigious journal Cancer has unveiled compelling evidence suggesting that embracing a plant-based diet could significantly alleviate side effects and enhance overall well-being in men undergoing treatment for prostate cancer. Led by Dr. Stacy Loeb, a distinguished urologist and professor at NYU Langone […]

A step in the right direction

A step in the right direction

In the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), the recent decision to integrate transit fares across Durham, Brampton, Mississauga, and York Region is a monumental step towards creating a more accessible and sustainable transportation network. This move, set to take effect on February 26, addresses a longstanding issue that has burdened commuters with double fares, sometimes costing […]

Calypso Monarch competition or popularity contest?

Calypso Monarch competition or popularity contest?

When we heard that Machel Montano had decided to enter the 2024 Calypso Monarch competition in Trinidad, we were elated. This talented young man who has been performing since he was nine years old, had decided to use his well-established credentials as the dominant soca artist in Trinbago to help reignite young people’s interest in […]

‘Black Canadian history is Canadian history’

‘Black Canadian history is Canadian history’

Statement by the Prime Minister on Black History Month The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau issued the following statement on Black History Month: “Today marks the beginning of Black History Month. This month, we honour the achievements of Black Canadians, past and present, celebrate Black culture, and reaffirm our commitment to building a more diverse, welcoming […]

I’m BLACK and I’m proud

I’m BLACK and I’m proud

By Yolanda T. Marshall Being Black in Canada comes with many trials and tribulations. This is the shortest month of the year when organizations use the hashtag #BHM2024 before returning to their regular schedule. Black history is the knowledge everyone needs 365 days a year to combat the harmful persistence of white supremacy. I will […]

Trinis ready to ‘jam down de place’

Trinis ready to ‘jam down de place’

Editorial Listen to the editorial now. Our research couldn’t tell us when the word “Bacchanal” entered the Trinidad and Tobago lexicon, but there the word is used to describe any type of disorder: a fight, either physical or verbal; confusion, like a traffic jam; war; pestilence, and above all the upending of societal norms when […]

While the US and its Western allies fiddle, BRICS marches on

While the US and its Western allies fiddle, BRICS marches on

Listen to this article now By Carlton Joseph While the world focused on the destruction of Gaza and its people, Donald Trump’s bid to win the nomination to represent Republicans in the next U.S. Presidential election, war in Ukraine, and Biden’s relentless efforts to stop China’s economic rise (by imposing sanctions on high-end computer chips), […]

Celebrating Black History Month ‘The Better Way’ on TTC

Celebrating Black History Month ‘The Better Way’ on TTC

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) popularly known as ‘The Better Way’, has embarked on a special journey this February, and will celebrate Black History Month across its network. Under the  theme “Building on legacies: Celebrating Black excellence in Toronto,” the TTC is showcasing the work of eight remarkable local Black artists. Their art, scattered throughout […]

Guyana to serve on UN Security Council

Guyana to serve on UN Security Council

By Mr. Robert M. Persaud Foreign Secretary and Guyana’s High Representative for United Nations Security Council Affairs For the next two years Guyana will serve on the United Nations Security Council. The Security Council is the principal organ of the United Nations responsible for the governance of the world security order, including the maintenance of […]

Empowering young Black aspirants to the NHL

Empowering young Black aspirants to the NHL

By Anthony Joseph As the NHL’s Rogers All-Star weekend takes center stage in Toronto, it is essential to reflect on the progress and conversations that have shaped the League’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. One voice that has been instrumental in driving these discussions is Mark Fraser, the Director of Culture & Inclusion for the […]