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.

Twenty-four-year-old Ky Lasheed Frost, the son of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta stars Kirk and Rasheeda Frost, has been named as the key suspect in the murder of 33-year-old rapper T-Hood. The entertainer was fatally shot at his Snellville residence in Georgia on Friday, August 8. According to the Gwinnett County Police Department, the shooting occurred during what they describe as a domestic dispute. Officers who responded to the scene found T-Hood, whose real name was Tevin Hood, suffering from gunshot wounds. T-Hood was taken to a hospital but did not survive. Police have detained one individual for questioning, though…

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The Jamaican social media community is reeling from the news of the passing of Neisha, a beloved TikTok personality. Neisha is known for her warm cooking sessions and light-hearted interactions alongside her partner, Owie. According to social media, followers noticed worrying changes in Neisha’s health after she had her baby. She appeared weaker on camera and spoke less. Some TikTokers described her condition as deteriorating, leading to a prolonged hospital stay. During her hospitalisation, she became the subject of online speculation and heated debate. Social media users flooded online platforms with messages of prayer and encouragement. Her stay has reportedly…

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A 12-year-old boy in Pennsylvania was arrested after he poured boiling hot water on his younger sibling in what he claimed was part of a so-called TikTok “Hot Water Challenge”. The incident, which took place on July 29, left the 9-year-old with severe burns to his neck and chest and sent him to the Lehigh Burn Centre in Allentown for urgent treatment. According to Lancaster Township Police, the older sibling heated water in a microwave before drenching his brother while he slept. He has since been charged with aggravated assault and recklessly endangering another person. The “Hot Water Challenge”, as…

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Sha’Carri Richardson has taken accountability for shoving her boyfriend, Christian Coleman, during an airport altercation that went viral. The US sprinter addressed the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport surveillance footage with smiles in a recent social media post, but many social media users are not pleased. Richardson shared that she has been doing a lot of self-reflection in a video posted on Instagram Stories about a week after her public spat in Washington State. In the clip, Richardson spoke broadly about learning from the situation without naming Coleman directly. Richardson said that reflecting on how she put herself in a risky, emotionally…

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Authorities in Oklahoma are racing against time to locate a young girl who vanished after a couple reportedly physically abused her and handed her over to a known drug dealer. On August 5, police arrested 39-year-old Ashley Ceejay Rowland and her partner, 40-year-old Joshua Denton, in connection with the disappearance of London Kerr. The pair are accused of severe mistreatment of London before her disappearance. The couple’s two other teenage children gave witness statements that described cruel punishments that included shooting the toddler with a BB gun, beating her with a wooden paddle, pouring hot sauce in her eyes, forcing her to…

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A deeply unsettling video making rounds on social media shows the tense moments after a man became trapped between a subway train and the platform in New York City. The clip was reportedly filmed over the weekend. According to witnesses in the footage, the man had been down on the tracks when he spotted an oncoming train. Witnesses did not mention his reason for being on the tracks but said he rushed toward the platform in a desperate attempt to save himself. However, the train struck him before he could make it up. The impact left him pinned against the platform’s edge. In the video,…

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Vybz Kartel’s ex, Tanesha Johnson, better known as Shorty, continues to face criticism from social media users. While she often ignores naysayers, Shorty clapped back at them in her recent livestream. Shorty was streaming live on TikTok on Friday when she addressed the most recent criticisms directed at her. Friday marked the launch party for her Likkle Addi’s EP, prompting many warm congratulations from supporters. Shorty was also well aware of the chatter from naysayers and acknowledged them with sharp responses. “Dem always a talk shit, and dem nuh know nothing bout mi; meanwhile, dem a talk, and mi a…

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Two people reportedly connected to the weekend murders of a policeman’s family were killed during alleged police confrontations early Monday morning. Among the suspects is a gang leader known as “Likkle Zullu”, legally named Andre Reid. Reid is reported to be the head of a criminal organisation called the Top Junglis/Katan Defence Force (KDF) Gang, which operates in Catherine Mountain, St James. Police have also identified Reid as the alleged mastermind behind Saturday night’s ambush along a section of Reading’s main road that left a police officer critically injured and claimed the lives of his spouse and young son. According…

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Jamaican TikTok personalities Rosealee and Ackeem have finally taken their online flirtation offline, going on their highly anticipated first date Friday night, an outing that has quickly turned into one of the platform’s most talked-about moments. For weeks, the pair have exchanged playful banter and flirty moments on TikTok. Their live streams have attracted waves of support from fans. One of their most memorable moments was when Ackeem showered Rose with gifts, sparking excitement among viewers. Rose was joyful when she reacted to her gifts and showed them off. However, not everyone has been thrilled about their connection, particularly Rosealee’s long-time…

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A violent confrontation inside a South Columbus Kroger in Ohio ended with a security guard losing part of his thumb after a man allegedly bit it off during a fight. The altercation happened on Wednesday at the Parsons Avenue store, where the guard had crossed paths with the suspect, 58-year-old L. A. Willis, multiple times before. In the guard’s 30 days on the job, he had dealt with Willis at least six separate times. Their last run-in became violent, prompting an onlooker to record the incident. Video of the altercation shows the two men fighting before they began tussling on the ground. A…

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