A Haitian lawmaker whose name surfaced on a list of inmates who fled the country's main prison the day of last year's earthquake was detained by police Thursday shortly after his flight from France landed at the capital's airport.
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Haiti plan to restore army faces UN hurdle
The top U.N. official in Haiti says the government's plan to restore the army will require a new agreement with the world body.
Haiti quake panel’s mandate ends
The mandate is ending for a Haiti reconstruction panel that was set up to coordinate donor aid after last year's earthquake.
Haiti closes orphanage for child neglect
Haitian authorities have closed an orphanage outside the capital following complaints of neglect and abuse from U.S. missionaries working in the troubled country.
Women still face gender gap in Latin American, Caribbean politics
In Latin America and the Caribbean, more women are in top jobs, and gender quotas in 14 countries help women climb the political latter. But parity is an elusive goal in most countries.
Dominican Republic to target illegal immigrants
The government of the Dominican Republic announced a new crackdown on illegal immigration Wednesday that will lead to the ouster of thousands of Haitians who escaped a devastating earthquake last year.
New Haiti government begins work
A day after being sworn-in at the broken presidential palace, Prime Minister Garry Conille sets about tackling myriad priorities.
Haiti turns to vaccinations a year after cholera struck
An international aid group announces cholera vaccination program with support from Haitian government.
Haiti PM and his govt are installed in ceremony
Haiti's new prime minister and his Cabinet have taken office with the task of rebuilding the quake-devastated Haiti.
Trial starts in alleged Haiti prison massacre
A trial has started for police officers accused of killing at least 11 inmates in a prison in southwestern Haiti following last year's deadly earthquake.