Author: Opastaff

If the golden era of Konpa music is seen as a venerable institution of talent, Johnny Frantz Toussaint, known affectionately as TiFrè, stands out as a distinguished graduate, composer, and hitmaker of that epoch. Starting his illustrious career in the 1970s, TiFrè initially joined the ranks of the revamped Shleu-Shleu during the transformative era of mini-jazz in Haiti, which threatened to overshadow the big band style before its resurgence. TiFrè’s journey began as a guitarist with the regrouped Shleu-Shleu, helmed by Dada Djakaman, following the departure of the original group members like Tony Moise. His tenure coincided with some of…

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Juicing: Kale, Carrots, Celery & Parsley. Juicer 1 pack carrots1 stalk celery1 pack kale1/2 pack parsley WHAT FRUITS AND VEGETABLES TO USE FOR JUICING?Some of the most popular vegetables are carrots, cucumber, celery, kale, spinach, beets, and romaine. The most popular fruits to use in juicing are lemons, oranges, apples, and limes. Other add-ins are fresh ginger, parsley, chlorella, and turmeric. WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES IN A JUICE CLEANSE? Kale – insanely low in calories, powerful anti-oxidant with anti-inflammatory properties, and helpful for arthritis and autoimmune diseases Spinach – the beauty of spinach lies…

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Growing up, my family’s dining room table was governed by a set of strict rules that shaped our mealtime etiquette. Wash your hands before sitting at the table. Say grace before eating. Keep your elbows off the table. Use the proper utensils for each course. Chew with your mouth closed. Do not take food from someone else’s plate. Politely excuse yourself before leaving the table. In today’s fast-paced world, the tradition of gathering around the family table for meals is diminishing. Many working families find it challenging to coordinate meal times, often opting to eat individually or dine out instead.…

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3rd day of Gang War in Grand-Ravine Tuesday the situation was very tense in the neighborhood of Grand-Ravine, in Martissant where there is a situation of panic and fear among the residents while continues since 3 days of deadly clashes between heavily armed rival gangs, which have already claimed several lives… These clashes began Sunday after the death of “Roro” a bandit who was trying to take command of the gang of Junior Decimus, aka “Tet kale”, one of the main gang leaders of the area, arrested last December. According to several witnesses automatic gunfire was heard throughout the day…

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UPDATE: Victims identified in case of Middletown asylum-seeker accused of murder. A criminal complaint obtained by News 12 says Marc Saint Vilus and Rosbert Myrtil were killed in the incident at 33 Ruth Court. Their roommate, 30-year-old Kenol Baptiste, who was also seeking asylum from Haiti, has been arrested and charged with murder. FIRST ON FOX: A Haitian migrant now accused of killing two roommates in New York was paroled into the U.S. after booking an appointment on the controversial CBP One app — which has been expanded by the Biden administration to allow tens of thousands of migrants to enter the…

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When confronted about cheating, many individuals tend to offer similar explanations and excuses. Here are ten common things a cheater might say in a relationship: “They were never there for me.” Cheaters often claim emotional neglect as a justification, suggesting their partner’s absence or lack of attention drove them to seek affection elsewhere. “You’re always too tired for me.” This excuse shifts the blame to the partner for being too exhausted, often from work or daily responsibilities, to spend quality time together. “I felt lonely.” Loneliness is a typical reason given, implying that the cheating was a result of feeling…

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Jacques Yves “Jeanba” Jean-Baptiste, a pivotal figure in the Haitian music scene and a founding member of the legendary Shleu Shleu Compas Direct band, passed away at the age of 77 on Friday, March 22. His daughter, Christina Jean-Baptiste, confirmed his passing, noting that he was surrounded by family at the time of his death. Jean-Baptiste, who was also deeply involved in his Brooklyn community as a member of the East 25th Street Block Association and an original NYPD 67th Precinct Block Coordinator, was known not only for his musical talent but also for his commitment to his neighborhood. As…

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By DÁNICA COTO Updated 4:36 PM EDT, February 21, 2024 Share SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — An attorney for Haitian President Jovenel Moïse’s widow, who was indicted in his assassination, told The Associated Press on Wednesday that he believes the accusations against her are politically motivated. U.S.-based attorney Paul Turner said he was surprised by media reports this week detailing the indictments against Martine Moïse and dozens of other suspects including the former prime minister and the ex-police chief. He also questioned whether the judge’s report is real or has been finalized, noting that Haitian government officials did not…

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By DÁNICA COTO and EVENS SANON Updated 4:02 PM EDT, February 20, 2024 Share PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — A judge in Haiti responsible for investigating the July 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moïse has indicted his widow, Martine Moïse, ex-prime minister Claude Joseph and the former chief of Haiti’s National Police, Léon Charles, among others, according to a report obtained Monday. The indictments are expected to further destabilize Haiti as it struggles with a surge in gang violence and recovers from a spate of violent protests demanding the resignation of current Prime Minister Ariel Henry. Dozens of suspects were indicted…

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Triple Green Smoothie blender ½ cup frozen cut-leaf spinach½ cup frozen cut-leaf kale½ cup frozen pineapple½ cup frozen mango1 ½ cup alkaline water In a blender, combine the spinach, yogurt, pineapple, avocado, and green tea. Blend 1–2 min., until smooth. Add more green tea to adjust consistency as desired. Divide between 2 glasses. Calories208kcal10% Fat15.0g23% Saturated fat2.0g10% Carbs16.0g5% Sodium54mg2%6.0g sugar 8.0g fiber 7.0g protein 1mg cholesterol This recipe isVegetarian Vegan Gluten-free Nut-free Egg-free Wheat-free Drinks

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