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The Haitian Senator, Mr. Steven Benoît has made it clear that he does not recognize the Government Evans Paul.

Senator Steven Benoît has always remained very vocal in criticizing the public institutions in Haiti. Recently, on February 3rd, he has said that he does not recognize the constitutionality of the government of Prime Minister, Paul Evans. The ministers who compose Evans cabinet, were appointed by illegal and unconstitutional means, not constitutionally approved by the Parliament presently defunct. They were appointed without receiving their discharge of the Superior Court of Auditors and Administrative Disputes (CSC / CA) as required under the constitution. Earlier on another occasion, he had mentioned that the government under the leadership of President Michel Martelly and Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe was the most corrupt government that the country has ever had. The present Senate is 'de facto' as with only 10 existing members it cannot sanction the government.

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Here is a picture of sculptor and painter, Ludovic Booz who was born on June 16, 1940 in Aquin.

Ludovic Booz (Born June 16, 1940 - Died February 2, 2015) was a Haitian painter and sculptor who sculpted bronze busts of several Haitian presidents. Some of his works have been exhibited in France, Suriname and Israel. This gifted artist had worked under Antonio Joseph at the "Centre D'Art, and around 1960 he studied at the academy of fine Arts. In a note of deepest heartfelt sympathy to his departed soul, the Haitian National Pantheon Museum (MUPANAH) mourned his departure as a great loss to the Haitian culture. On this occasion at MUPANAH, the Director General of the Pantheon Michèle G. Frisch recalled some of his remarkable creations like 'Arms', 'Indien Inconnu', the busts of Dumarsais Estimé at Port-au-Prince, Hector Hyppolite to Pont Morin and Magloire Ambroise on the place of Jacmel.

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Here is a picture of the Haitian chemist Maya Hyppolite as she feels at home creating organic products for the face and body.

Maya Hyppolite-Williams, a Haitian chemist with a Masters Degree in cosmetic science is the founder and owner of Morganna's Alchemy. Simplicity and results are the main drivers behind the success of Morganna. Her products can be divided into three main categories: Phytotherapy (healing with plants), Dermatology (skin healing) and Cosmetics (skin moisturizing). Her business started almost one decade ago when she was working for some major cosmetic companies. One day her aunt complained her of some facial infection and flu-like symptoms of the side effects of Botox treatments. She prepared a cream for her aunt in own kitchen and that came out with such magic healing power that she never had to look back. Today that product is the number one selling item as wrinkle reduction cream (Morganna's Elixir).

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Here is a picture of the new Director General of MHAVE, Patrick Edouard Valme

On Wednesday, February 4th, Patrick Edouard Valmé has taken charge as the new Director General of MHAVE. He was received in his new office by Olivier Pieriche, the Minister of Haitians Living Abroad (MHAVE). While accepting his new responsibility, the minister reminded him of the ardent determination and dedication that his new assignments call for to overcome every challenge and obstacle in the future. However, removing these obstacles would be never difficult because the ministry will always stand by the side of MHAVE. They will strive for one common objective of national interest. In his speech, Edouard Valmé confirmed own solidarity with the Diaspora mechanism and expressed his commitment to implement Ministry's policy towards the Diaspora for maintaining sustainable development.

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Here is a picture taking during a caching course held in Haiti by Haitian Hockey Federation.

The Haitian Hockey Federation had organized its inaugural coaching course in Haiti, under the guidance of Shiv Jagday from January 16th to January 20, 2015. Shiv Jagday is an FIH accredited coach who originally hails from Punjab in India. He was a former Canadian and USA national team coach with an exposure of a basic junior to the extreme Olympic and World Cup level. The objective of this course was to introduce the delicacy of the game to the players, 42 trainee coaches and some persons interested in the game with knowledge of administration. The course was well received by all the participants. The participants were fascinated by the teaching techniques and the coaching experience of the Coach Shiv. Several media were present to report the activities.

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Here is a picture of Haitian Prime Minister Paul Evans as he was participating in Jacmel Carnival in 2015. He calls for serenity and solidarity, on the Carnival of Jacmel.

Carnival in Jacmel has been always rich in culture, an all-day outdoor event within an ideal climate. It is the home of regional and national carnival celebration where you can visit local historic places or simply indulge in the delightful beaches or enjoy the amazing Haitian cuisine, legendary work from local artists. On February 8th, 2015, thousands of Haitians and foreigners were present to witness this popular extraordinary carnival event. The Haitian Prime Minister Paul Evans, who was also present there had reminded that celebrating any culture reflects the spirit of peace and joy that people have within their mind. The people of Haiti would confirm this to the world community with the celebration of colorful carnival at Jacmel.

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Here is a picture of Minister of Justice in Haiti, Mr. Pierre-Richard Casimir and forty judges making 5th promotion of EMA

Recently on 6th February, the Minister of Justice and Public Security (MSPJ) Pierre-Richard Casimir in the presence of other important government officials at a meeting with the graduates of the 5th class of the School of Magistrates (EMA), has announced the names of the forty graduate magistrates as new judges qualified for the appointment. The minister explained the responsibilities of their coveted posts and informed that their appointment will begin March 1, 2015 onwards. The forty graduate magistrates who received the promotion orders as judges on this occasion would receive certificates containing favorable comments on merits from the superiors. Earlier, before President Martelly came to the power, there were only 20 numbers of judges who could qualify from EMA for appointment. President Martelly raised the number to 40.

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The former Special Representative of the Organization of American States (OAS) in Haiti, Ricardo Seitenfus made the news once again by stating that the presence of United Nations in Haiti is illegal. MINUSTAH is operating in Haiti illegally.

Recently at a round table conference on Haitian election, Ricardo Seitenfus, the Brazilian professor and the former Special Representative of the Organization of American States (OAS) in Haiti has said that the existence of the United Nation in Haiti is illegal, because the presence of MINUSTAH in the country contravenes the Haitian constitution and some treaties signed by the country. And thus, the immunities that the UN enjoys, is illegal too. Earlier, professor Seitenfus had criticized the role played by MINUSTAH and Haitian friends groups in the matter of resolving political crises in Haiti. Nearly $8.6 billion have been spent on the UN mission's operation in the country, but unfortunately, different international communities, particularly MINUSTAH are persistently repeating the same mistake.

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Raoul Peck to direct the ambitious project "The Young Karl Marx". This is a movie tracing Marx and Engels' journey to complete Communist Manifesto

The Haitian filmmaker Raoul Peck is on board to direct "The Young Karl Marx,"-- a drama chronicling the period between 1830-1848, including Karl Marx's time in Paris before being expelled to Brussels, his turbulent youth and friendship with Friedrich Engels. The film, set against the backdrop of the 1848 rebellions, is an ambitious project which depicts the completion of Marks- Engel's Communist Manifesto that gave birth of the labor rights movement. The title characters will be played two German actors: August Diehl (famous for Night Train to Lisbon) as Karl Marx, and Alexander Fehling (well known for Inglorious Basterds) as Engels. The film is a joint production of Agat Films and Peck's own Velvet Film with supports of Artemis Prods in Belgium and Rohfilm in Germany. The script is co-authored by Peck himself and Pascal Bonitzer.

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Presentation of queens and kings of Carnival for the National Carnival 2015, Nou tout se Ayiti.

On Sunday, 15 February, President Martelly in the presence of several important ministers and government dignitaries inaugurated the National Carnival 2015 on the theme "Nou tout se Ayiti" (or "We are Haitians") at the National Palace. Minister Raton who is the Minister of Culture and also the Honorary President of the Carnival, took the opportunity to congratulate the Head of the State for his dedication and determination in successfully organizing the biggest cultural event of the country. The President reciprocated his thankfulness to the organizers and revelers for cultivating solidarity and exposing the talents of Haitian artisans. A successful, organized Carnival is helpful in attracting tourists and investment in the country.

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