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.
Chaos erupted in Bangkok, Thailand, on Wednesday when a giant sinkhole suddenly appeared in the middle of a busy street, swallowing three vehicles in seconds. Videos of the road falling into a pit have gone viral. The incident unfolded around 7 a.m., according to the Royal Thai Police. When the massive sinkhole opened up, disrupting traffic flow, an urgent evacuation warning was issued. Nearby facilities, including a hospital and a police station, were immediately cleared out as a precaution. According to reports, the sinkhole measured an estimated 98 square feet on the surface and stretched about 160 feet deep, creating…
A video of singer D4vd’s concert in late August has gone viral after social media users speculated that Celeste Rivas was captured at the event. The clip, recorded in Maryland, shows a girl on the balcony who closely resembles the dead 15-year-old. In the video, the girl can be seen wearing a black tube top, similar to the clothing Celeste was wearing when her body was found. The discovery was made inside the trunk of D4vd’s abandoned Tesla on September 8, just a day after her birthday. The car had been towed three days earlier from the Hollywood Hills area,…
A taxi operator was charged after he allegedly trafficked a 16-year-old girl whom he met while on duty. The teen was reportedly misled into prostitution late last year after she ran away from home and encountered Andre Catnott, who was at the time employed as a ride-share driver. Catnott, a resident of Longwall, Stony Hill, was transporting the teen in November 2024. Reports say that during their interaction, he learnt she had run away from home. According to investigators, he offered her an opportunity to work as a model for his massage company, convincing her with the promise of employment.…
Former Miss Universe Jamaica contestant Tyra Spaulding was found dead months after publicly sharing her suicidal thoughts. Spaulding was discovered hanging by a pink curtain at her residence on Tuesday evening.The 26-year-old was found by her relatives, who have since plunged into grief. Reports say the curtain was tied around her neck. The Jamaica Constabulary Force’s Corporate Communications Network confirmed the incident occurred about 6:55 p.m., and police have opened a probe into what they are treating as a suspected suicide. The discovery is jarring because Spaulding was not only a contestant from the 2023 Miss Universe Jamaica competition but also someone…
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s family has officially extended as the couple welcomed their first daughter earlier this month. The music and fashion mogul announced the news herself, sharing both the baby’s name and birthdate in a celebratory Instagram post that quickly captured the attention of millions. “Rocki Irish Mayers. Sept 13 2025,” Rihanna wrote, confirming that she gave birth to a baby girl ten days ago in Los Angeles. The infant has two big brothers, RZA, born in 2022, and Riot Rose, who followed in 2023. With the addition of Rocki, the family now balances two boys and a girl, something both parents…
For many Jamaicans following the saga of TikToker June “Rosealee” Dixon, the spotlight has now shifted to her partner, Jakes, who has publicly declared his commitment to stepping up for their children. Jake’s efforts to prove stability and readiness as a parent have caught the attention of both supporters and critics online. Jakes, speaking with local media after the children were placed in state care, expressed that he was devastated after his children were taken away. Days later, he took a big step in purchasing some of the material he would need to secure a new home for his children with…
Multiple detainees at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office in Dallas were shot after gunfire broke out on Wednesday. Officials have only confirmed the death of one victim and the shooter. Authorities say the shooter, positioned on a nearby rooftop, began shooting around 6:40 a.m. The chaos ended when the gunman took his own life. He was confirmed dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. While no federal agents were harmed, police reported that three ICE detainees were struck. Two were taken to the hospital, and one died at the scene. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem denounced the shooting, describing the incident…
Questions surrounding the fatal police shooting of 22-year-old Jamar Farquharson in Clarendon have shifted from the events captured on camera to the legal authority under which officers carried out their operation. On Tuesday, the Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) confirmed that Farquharson’s name did not appear on the search warrant linked to the September 15 raid at his Cherry Tree Lane home. INDECOM Deputy Commissioner Hamish Campbell explained that while the search warrant was under the Firearms Act, and was meant to be executed at the Farquharson’s address, his name was not on it. He noted that warrants lacking clear details are…
The video of a young man opening a door for police officers with his hands visible, before he was later killed in what police say was a confrontation, ignited backlash at the Jamaica Constabulary Force. Amid those calling the fatal shooting unjust is the man’s mother, Lafay-Ann Wright. Wright came across the last image of her 22-year-old son, Jamar Farquharson, alive on social media. She initially thought it was someone else because his face was not captured in the footage, but later recognised Farquharson at his home in Cherry Tree Lane, Clarendon. Farquharson lived in the area, which is known…
Jamaicans are lashing out at the police after surveillance footage from an operation has gone viral, showing Jamar Farquharson surrendering moments before he was killed in what officers described as a shootout. Farquharson was at home on Monday, September 15, when members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force arrived at his Cherry Tree Lane residence in Clarendon. The video, now widely circulated, captures the 22-year-old mixologist carrying out ordinary tasks before the confrontation. At 2:34 p.m., cameras show him at home with a patty in hand, heading upstairs to his room. His housemate later confirmed he had just come from work.…