Author: Kera

A proud Jamaican with a keen eye for powerful stories, I am a writer driven by the art of telling tales that inspire, inform, and captivate. With a deep passion for delivering news that resonates, I make it my mission to offer a refreshing perspective on the world around us. Whether diving into global headlines or exploring the vibrant world of entertainment, I am dedicated to providing transparent, credible, and thought-provoking content. My work bridges the gap between local insights and international conversations, offering readers a unique blend of perspectives that keep them engaged and informed. Join me on this journey where storytelling meets authenticity and news becomes a source of inspiration.

A 7-year-old was abducted while his father abandoned him, an incident all caught on a nearby surveillance camera. The kidnapping happened at gunpoint in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, last Friday, July 11. The child, Jamal White, was riding his bike outside his home with his father, Jamal White Sr., around 7 p.m. when a white Jeep first drove by them, only to make a U-turn and pull into their driveway. In the unsettling footage, two men jump out of the vehicle and run toward the pair. One man with a gun runs toward the father, and the other goes after the boy.…

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President Donald Trump underwent a thorough medical check-up after noticing mild swelling in his lower legs. The checkup led to a diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency. The announcement was made Thursday by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who shared the details from a medical report issued by Trump’s physician, Capt. Sean Barbabella. The 79-year-old’s examination included vascular studies and ultrasounds that confirmed the condition. Chronic venous insufficiency occurs when the veins in the legs are unable to efficiently return blood to the heart. Reports confirmed that though it may sound serious, it’s a relatively common issue for people in…

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Following the arrest of two caregivers, the Jamaican Constabulary Force has named a pastor a person of interest in connection with the mummified remains of Viola Destin. Police have been investigating Destin’s death after her corpse was found in a Westmoreland home on July 6, almost two years after she died. The two caregivers, 54-year-old Gena Robinson and 49-year-old Lavern Wedderburn, were charged with concealing the elderly woman’s death, and now police are seeking a clergyman whom the caregivers had reportedly turned to for advice regarding Destin. The Jamaican pastor, identified as Delroy Jones, is said to be a resident…

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A restaurant employee is now fighting for her life in Colombia after being shot in the head by an armed man. The gunman entered her workplace in the La Paz district. According to a report, the female worker is 27-year-old Adaluz Pérez Santana, who worked at Arroz Paisa, located at Carrera 12E and Calle 108 in the southwest of Barranquilla. In the footage, the establishment appeared to be empty, save for the worker and the gunman. The video begins with the suspect standing near a counter where the woman is busy doing something. It is unclear if they interacted at…

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An attempted kidnapping was caught on camera, showing a Florida man who wanted to abduct a store employee after reportedly robbing her workplace. The employee narrowly escaped her captor after fighting him off when he tried to force his vehicle in St. Augustine. Reports identified the abductor as 31-year-old Michael Tundidor. He was arrested after his kidnapping attempt when officers intercepted him later that day. According to the surveillance footage and police reports, on June 29, Tundidor robbed a store around 2:30 p.m. and dragged a female employee from the business. He brought her outside to the parking lot, where…

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It has been revealed that the elderly woman whose corpse was kept in bed for nearly two years after her passing had not one but two carers who reportedly played a role in covering up her death. Initially, when law enforcement was made aware of Viola Destin’s corpse, 54-year-old Gena Robinson was arrested. Now, another Westmoreland woman, identified as 49-year-old Lavern Wedderburn, has also been formally charged in connection with the incident. Reports say that both women were caring for 69-year-old Viola Destin, who was sickly. The elderly woman passed away in the Old Hope district in 2023. Nearly 2…

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A video has surfaced showing a man robbing a Los Angeles restaurant with what turned out to be a fake gun. The robbery took place on the 1700 block of South Western Avenue, where 41-year-old Christopher Hall entered the business while several people were dining. He was scantily dressed and carried a bag. Upon reaching the cashier, Hall partially revealed a handgun from the bag, seemingly to make his intentions known. The cashier appeared to respond calmly and walked through a rear door, possibly to retrieve money. Shortly after, Hall entered the restricted area, where a second staff member was…

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A potential robbery spree was prevented when Jamaica Constabulary Force officers caught up to a car wash attendant who stole a vehicle from his place of employment. The carjacking in May Pen, Clarendon, led to a car chase and a crash in Mandeville, Manchester. The series of events kicked off when a Honda Stepwagon went missing at a May Pen car wash on Tuesday. Preliminary reports say that the car was dropped off around 3 p.m. by the owner. Shortly after, the owner was alerted that the vehicle was taken from the property by a worker without permission. The vehicle…

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A video of a violent incident involving a taxi operator and a JUTC bus has surfaced online. The pair was travelling along the Half-Way Tree Road on Tuesday afternoon when the taxi operator allegedly lost his temper and vandalised the Jamaican Urban Transit Company (JUTC) bus. The Jamaica Observer reported that a witness, who was travelling on the bus, said the road rage incident began when the taxi driver pulled up to a bus stop to pick up passengers. According to the passenger, the JUTC bus arrived shortly after and also pulled in to collect commuters. When the bus driver…

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Four people were killed and several others injured in a fire allegedly started by a man driven by jealousy after he discovered his former partner was now dating his friend. Reports say the suspect threw a Molotov cocktail inside an apartment in a fit of rage. The arson suspect, 23-year-old Lontray Clark, was arrested last week in Chicago for the deadly blaze in the Austin district. Along with claiming four lives, the fire on June 26 injured several others and left dozens displaced. Reports confirmed that neither Clark’s former girlfriend nor his friend was killed in the attack. A family…

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