Author: Opastaff
The Haitian music world is mourning the loss of Dieudonné Larose, a singular voice whose passion, intensity, and spiritual conviction left a permanent mark on konpa and Haitian popular music. Larose passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 80, in a hospital in Quebec, Canada, where he had been living for several years. Larose’s musical journey was anything but ordinary. He emerged almost unexpectedly, embracing music with the same devotion one might enter religion. From the beginning, he carried words and sounds straight from the gut, channeling emotion, drama, and the imponderables of stardom. In his early…
B.E. Relations Publishing is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved client, the iconic Haitian singer, community health advocate, and registered nurse Anna Pierre, whose life’s work touched not only stages across the world but families and vulnerable communities who relied on her compassion and leadership. Her passing was confirmed this morning by her daughter. Born in Haiti as the third child in a family of nine, Anna Pierre immigrated to the United States in 1981 and built a life in South Florida rooted in education, service, and creativity. She earned her High School Diploma and Practical Nursing…
Carel Pedre, a prominent Haitian media personality, entrepreneur, and digital content creator, is currently being held under an immigration hold while a separate criminal case remains pending in the state of Florida. The development marks a significant shift in the matter, as the situation now involves federal immigration authorities in addition to the state criminal court system. According to court records, Pedre is facing a charge under Florida Statute 784.03(1)(a)(1), classified as Touch or Strike Battery, Domestic Violence. The charge is listed as pending trial. No adjudication has been entered, no conviction has been recorded, and no sentence has been…
Oliduret has officially released his new single This Could Be Us, now available on all major streaming platforms. The record, which dropped on December 19, delivers a smooth and emotionally grounded blend of Afrobeat and reggae while exploring the realities of modern relationships. Built around warm melodies and a laid back groove, “This Could Be Us” draws inspiration from the familiar phrase “this could be us, but you’re playing.” Instead of leaning into frustration alone, Oliduret reframes the message as an invitation to choose intention, consistency, and emotional presence over games and mixed signals. The song speaks directly to situations…
Carel Pedre, a prominent Haitian media personality, entrepreneur, and digital content creator, is currently facing a pending criminal charge in the state of Florida related to an alleged domestic incident. According to court records, Pedre has been charged under Florida Statute 784.03(1)(a)(1), classified as Touch or Strike Battery, Domestic Violence. The charge status is listed as pending trial, with no bond amount set, indicating that the case has not yet been adjudicated and no conviction has been entered. Under Florida law, Statute 784.03(1)(a)(1) applies when a person is accused of intentionally touching or striking another person against their will. When…
Jean Wilson Brutus, a Haitian national, died while in the custody of U.S. immigration authorities, adding his name to a growing and troubling list of individuals who have lost their lives inside immigration detention centers. His death has sparked concern, grief, and renewed scrutiny of detention conditions, medical care, and accountability within the U.S. immigration enforcement system. Brutus was being held under the authority of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, commonly known as ICE, at the time of his death. As with many cases involving deaths in ICE custody, initial public information has been limited, leaving family members, advocates, and…
A federal criminal case filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts has pulled back the curtain on what investigators describe as a large scale, long running scheme to exploit the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly known as SNAP. The case centers on two small retail stores operating out of the same building at 1549 Blue Hill Avenue in Mattapan, Massachusetts, and alleges that their owners trafficked food stamp benefits for cash and other prohibited items while presenting their businesses as legitimate neighborhood grocery stores. At the heart of the case are Antonio Bonheur, owner of Jesula…
In a sweeping move that is reigniting controversy over U.S. immigration policy, former President Donald Trump has signed a new proclamation expanding travel and visa restrictions on several countries, with Haiti bearing the brunt of the crackdown. The proclamation, signed on December 16, 2025, reaffirms and intensifies the existing full travel ban on Haiti. It bars Haitian nationals from entering the United States under most visa categories, including family-based immigration, work visas, and temporary travel. The administration cites “national security and public safety concerns” as justification for the continued ban, claiming deficiencies in Haiti’s ability to share reliable identity and…
Haitian rapper Fantom, born Daniel Darinus, was arrested by Dominican Republic immigration authorities on December 7, 2025. The arrest was carried out by the General Directorate of Migration (DGM), which has not yet released an official statement explaining the reasons behind the detention. Early reports suggest that the incident may be tied to issues regarding Fantom’s immigration status, not a criminal offense. Fantom’s legal status remains unclear as of the latest updates. He has not been formally charged, and there has been no public confirmation of any pending legal process or deportation timeline. This is not Fantom’s first encounter with…
In a bold move that truly embodies the spirit of unilateral government action, the current administration has apparently decided the TSA should moonlight as an immigration enforcement agency. Yes, the same TSA that confiscates your water bottle and swabs your laptop for explosives is now helping identify and detain undocumented immigrants. Because obviously, the next natural evolution of airport security is to start dabbling in immigration law enforcement. No need to check with Congress. No votes needed. No messy public debates. This all happened quietly, seamlessly, and, let’s be honest, sneakily. The TSA, originally formed to prevent terrorism after 9/11,…