Author: Opastaff

Born in 1985 in Port-au-Prince, Alain Fleuriné is a singer and performer illustrated in the register of Gospel and evangelical music. In the tradition of evangelical singers, he began music and forged a spirit of creation and enterprise very early on. At the age of barely 7, he began to sing in the choirs of several churches and little by little, he got closer to the entities of the Compas groups. He quickly became one of the most sought-after Gospel singers. Alain has carved out a reputation for himself with the gospel group “El Shama” and flies to the United States in…

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In today’s digital landscape, where gossip can spread faster than facts, the line between free speech and reckless defamation has never been more fragile. The case of Grammy-winning artist Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, known worldwide as Cardi B, versus bloggers Latasha Transrina Kebe (popularly known as Tasha K) and Starmarie Ebony Jones, is a stark reminder of how damaging misinformation can be, and the serious legal consequences that follow. According to court documents filed in the Northern District of Georgia, Cardi B accused the defendants of a relentless smear campaign. The allegations include defamatory claims that she was a prostitute, a…

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It is with the most profound sadness that we announce the passing of Marthe Solon, Sanders Mother. Marthe was one of Harmonik’s biggest supporters, she was known as the groups Godmother. Her passion for life was always evident but it was her love for her children and family that made her such a beautiful soul. Today is a day of great loss for the group but most importantly for Sanders and his family. We offer him our love and support in this difficult time and we ask the fans to say a prayer for his family. The loss of a…

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Port-au-Prince, Haiti – October 22, 2018 marked a moment of deep sorrow in the Haitian music community as popular singer Roody Roodboy announced the death of his mother, Marie Sanette Voltaire Dauphin, just days after she had celebrated her 52nd birthday. According to reports, Dauphin began feeling unwell and was taken to Bernard Mevs Hospital in Port-au-Prince. Family members say she was advised to return the following day for further evaluation with a general practitioner. Before she could receive the necessary care, she suffered a sudden cardiac episode that claimed her life. The news of her passing sent shockwaves throughout…

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Avocado Breakfast Sandwich Who says eating clean is boring? 1 avocado1 green bell pepper1 red bell pepper1 jalapeño1 cup white vinegar 1 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)1 yellow bell pepper (optional)1 orange bell pepper (optional)2 slice whole grain oats bread BreakfastMexican

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Ron Duprat is a well-seasoned executive Chef, having cooked for varying establishments such as the Pelican Bay Foundation and the Montauk Yacht Club. He has cemented himself as an expert in exotic flavors—often incorporating his own Haitian Creole influences with French-Asian Fusion cuisine. Ron always likes to keep vanilla bean, saffron, truffles, Spanish olive oil and chocolate on hand, and his favorite thing to make is his signature flourless chocolate cake. A high school stint working at his cousin’s catering business launched Chef Stephan Berrouet Durand’s culinary career. Since his early childhood, Chef Stephan always loved food and preparing it,…

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Raised in a religious family, Jean Mary CLERMANSO logically made his musical debut, especially vocals, in a church by offering a gospel atmosphere. At the same time, he seized every opportunity that presented itself to listen to Compas, through the program “Le Petit Bal du Samedi Soir”. Deciding to get into music more seriously, he regularly used his cousin’s guitar to soak up the first chords. Of course, his parents did not take a positive view. Moreover, they came to tear him away from his first performance he was giving in Pemel, near Fond des Nègres with a local group. This was not enough to…

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A high-stakes legal battle has erupted in the Southern District of New York, where Cardi B’s former manager Klenord “Shaft” Raphael, along with WorldStar Marketing Group and KSR Group, has filed a lawsuit against the Grammy-winning rapper and her current team. The complaint seeks at least $10 million in damages, alleging breach of contract, unjust enrichment, defamation, and tortious interference. According to the filings, Shaft and his companies played a pivotal role in transforming Cardi B from an outspoken Instagram personality into one of the most successful female rappers of her generation. Before their professional relationship began in 2015, Cardi…

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MIAMI, FL – It’s no secret. Yole Dérose, the Haitian diva with over 20 years of career under her belt, is suffering from cancer diagnosed in the bone marrow. Multiple myeloma is a disease that requires constant medical care and frequent hospitalizations. “After 4 years of treatment, it is very possible that a bone marrow transplant will be the next step. Without health insurance, the cost is exorbitant,” reads the gofundme account created by her sister Karline Ledan-Pierre. Suffering from multiple myeloma with AL amyloidosis, a pathology characterized by an “intramedullary malignant plasma cell” proliferation, Yole Dérose needs $150,000 to…

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Please be advised that the following content includes graphic material that may be disturbing to some viewers. Viewer discretion is strongly advised before proceeding. This content may contain scenes of violence and intense situations which are intended for mature audiences only. In Lauderdale Lakes, a confrontation captured by body cam and surveillance footage ended in the fatal shooting of 42-year-old Haitian club owner and promoter, Pedro “Lucky” Pierre by a Broward Sheriff’s deputy. The incident, which unfolded at a local apartment complex, started when deputies responded to a disturbance. The body cam video revealed Pedro Pierre becoming aggressive towards…

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