Author: Opastaff
Since his deportation earlier this week, Hervé Laplante, better known as “Laplanta,” has safely arrived in Cap-Haïtien. Reports indicate that he has already made several public appearances in the city and appears to be in good spirits. While his future plans remain uncertain, his presence in Cap-Haïtien has drawn attention from both supporters and critics, as many continue to watch how he navigates this new chapter of his life. https://youtu.be/7QuRErY4A9Q
As predicted, Biggy Records has officially responded to the firestorm created by Haitian music star Widler Octavius (WID) after his cryptic and accusatory social media post on July 20 sent the Haitian Music Industry (HMI) buzzing. The label, owned by husband and wife team Alner and Marie Auguste, has now released a formal statement, showing they have no intention of letting this situation tarnish the brand they have painstakingly built. In their July 21 statement, Biggy Records made it clear that while they are “disappointed by the tone and content” of WID’s remarks, they remain focused on “integrity, artist development,…
Andy Byron, the now-former CEO of New York-based tech company Astronomer, didn’t just “step down” he was fired after his kiss-cam disaster with HR director Kristin Cabot turned a Coldplay concert into a full-blown corporate scandal. In what was supposed to be a sweet moment of crowd entertainment, the pair were caught mid-snuggle on the jumbotron at Gillette Stadium while Chris Martin, blissfully unaware of the nuclear fallout this was about to cause, quipped, “Oh, look at these two. All right, c’mon, you’re OK. Oh, what? Either they’re having an affair or they’re just very shy.” https://www.tiktok.com/@iamcheyna/video/7528127967722048823?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7513567257151243806 The clip, which…
Prominent Haitian businessman and political figure Pierre Réginald Boulos was arrested on July 18, 2025, by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents at his Florida residence. The news has sent shockwaves through both the Haitian diaspora and political circles, as Boulos has long been considered one of Haiti’s most influential figures in business and politics. According to reports, Boulos’ arrest is tied to alleged irregularities in his permanent residency application, with ICE officials citing discrepancies and possible nondisclosure of his political affiliations. Sources close to the investigation suggest that federal authorities are also reviewing his financial dealings and connections…
A dynamic collaboration is set to shake the Latin and World music scenes as “Bayo Bayo”, a vibrant new single with lyrics by Yvon “Kapi” André, music composed by Alex Mathieu, and vocals by the exceptional Alain Fleuriné, debuts on all digital platforms tomorrow. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4NA2XoGAcHI “Bayo Bayo” is a celebration of rhythm, culture, and musical craftsmanship, blending infectious Latin grooves with the rich textures of world music. The single highlights the artistic brilliance of three seasoned talents whose contributions to the Caribbean and global music landscapes are undeniable. Yvon “Kapi” André, the lyricist, is a pioneering figure in Haitian and Afro-Caribbean music. A founding member…
In what some might call a sad but unsurprising twist, Williamson Dossous, a 50-year-old man from Cape Coral, Florida, was arrested at Miami International Airport for allegedly attempting to smuggle a cache of firearms and ammunition to Haiti, a country already overwhelmed by violence and instability. And no, this wasn’t an outsider sabotaging Haiti. This time, it’s one of its own. According to federal investigators, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at PortMiami inspected a cargo container in January 2025 labeled “used household goods and personal effects,” destined for Cap-Haïtien. Inside, they found 10 pistols, 18 high-capacity magazines, and…
Hervé Laplante, yon figi byen koni nan medya ayisyen ak sou rezo sosyal, ofisyèlman depòte pou Ayiti apre plizyè mwa pwosedi legal. Yon vòl U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ki te pote plis pase 100 moun depòte ateri maten an nan vil Okap, epi Laplante te pami moun yo te retounen. Laplante, yo plis konnen sou non “Laplanta,” te deja arete pa ICE sou akizasyon fwod imigrasyon, epi li te kenbe nan sant detansyon Baker County nan Florid. Depòtasyon jodi a make egzekisyon yon lòd final pou retire li, yon jij imigrasyon te bay depi 18 Oktòb 2024. Daprè…
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Tucked into the heart of Port-au-Prince and draped in history, mystique, and artistic flair, the Hotel Oloffson was one of Haiti’s most iconic cultural landmarks. More than just a hotel, the Oloffson served as a living monument to the country’s tumultuous past, creative spirit, and enduring charm, until it was tragically destroyed by fire on July 6, 2025 during a violent gang attack. From Private Mansion to Literary Sanctuary Originally built in the late 19th century as a private home for the Sam family, one of Haiti’s prominent elite families, the building was transformed into a military hospital during the…