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.
Reports are circulating online that police officers turned up at TikToker Rosealee’s home to conduct a raid while she was away. According to her, she was unaware of any reason for the visit and only learned of the officers’ presence after the fact. She also criticised her sister for allowing them inside the house, arguing that if anything had been planted during the search, she would not be held responsible for the outcome. Rosealee went on to revisit an earlier incident in which police officers entered her residence and recorded her while she was undressed. The footage, which later surfaced…
Members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force are being accused of using excessive force on a man believed to be a bus driver, after a video of his arrest surfaced online. While the footage shows him refusing to comply, allegations have since emerged that he began resisting only after being hauled off a bus and struck with a gun. These claims were made by a woman said to be close to the situation, who attempted to clarify what happened after the video began attracting widespread criticism on Monday. The recording, filmed by the man’s screaming daughter, begins with the father appearing…
Andre “Squash” Whittaker escaped a lengthy sentence when the judge ordered him to spend two years and three months in prison for the gun-related charge. His sentence was handed down on Monday in the United States by Judge Roy Altman. Altman also gave him a three-year probation and ordered him to pay a US$100 fine. The 27-month sentence is more than the dancehall artiste was hoping for. His attorney, Samuel Rabin, had urged the judge to hand down a sentence of fewer than two years after his client pleaded guilty to a gun charge. However, the prosecutor, Jacob Koffsky, pushed…
TikToker Roy Q is reportedly under suicide watch in Canada after being exposed for having intimate relationships with men. The creator was initially rumoured to have taken his life over the weekend, a few days after photos and videos leaked online. The controversy began when his alleged ex-lover, a man, shared content with him online. Photos and videos showing him in close or affectionate moments with other men spread across social media within hours. In one picture, he was seen hugging a man from behind; in others, he posed alongside males in ways that viewers interpreted as intimate. These images led…
Regegae legend Jimmy Cliff suffered a seizure and pneumonia and then died at the age of 81. His passing was confirmed on Monday by his wife, Latifa Chambers, in a post shared on his social media pages. Her announcement also revealed that the seizure was followed by pneumonia, a battle he ultimately did not recover from. She expressed gratitude to all who supported him throughout his long journey. “To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career. He really appreciated every fan for their love,” the statement read. Jimmy Cliff,…
A policeman was arrested alongside three other men in a case of praedial larceny after they were found with goats on Sunday. The four men were travelling in a grey Toyota Probox motorcar along Morgan’s Pass main road in Clarendon when security forces intercepted the vehicle around 3:50 a.m. The officers who stopped the car noticed three goats inside and inspected the vehicle. Reports say that a prohibited firearm, a Glock 19 pistol containing 12 rounds of ammunition, was found. The search also led to the discovery of several items, such as a Samsung A3q smartphone, an Apple laptop, an…
Eleven people suffered injuries after a bear attack in British Columbia. The injured were members of a Canadian school group on Thursday afternoon. Among them is a teacher and a parent, whose injuries were described as critical. Two other members of the group sustained serious injuries from the animal. The bear, a grizzly, reportedly attacked a group of fourth and fifth-graders. The school group had been walking along a trail in Bella Coola when the grizzly suddenly came out of the forest. In those first seconds, several teachers did not hesitate to step in. According to the B.C. Conservation Officer…
For nearly two years, rumours of Baddies reality star Chrisean Rock and rapper Offset sleeping together while he was married to Cardi B have circulated. The allegations resurfaced with more force after Blueface claimed they were true in a recent interview. Blueface had made the allegations 2 years ago. Now, with him being fresh out of prison and back in the spotlight, he revisited the allegations during his appearance on The Bootleg Kev Podcast. He stood firmly by his initial claims that Offset and Chrisean had hooked up while Offset was still married to Cardi B. He also emphasised back then, as he did…
Jamaica is now facing a leptospirosis outbreak following the passage of Hurricane Melissa. Officials have already positively identified nine cases, and there are 6 deaths linked to suspected cases that have yet to be confirmed. Reports say that 28 people, including the 6 deceased, are currently classified as suspected or probable cases. These figures were recorded between October 30 and November 20. The announcement came from Minister of Health and Wellness Dr Christopher Tufton during a press briefing meant to update the country on how the health sector is coping after the storm. His message made it clear that the…
After taking a tumble off the Miss Universe pageant stage on Wednesday, Miss Jamaica Dr Gabrielle Henry suffered multiple injuries, including a head trauma. The hospitalised beauty queen was forced to withdraw from the 74th Miss Universe pageant after being thoroughly assessed and diagnosed in Thailand. Henry’s other injuries include a laceration to her chin and foot, according to a statement her family released on Friday. She was rushed to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for her head injury. Henry’s fall occurred during one of the most glamorous moments of the pageant, the evening gown preliminary segment. It became a frightening scene…