Red Cross hopes Jamaica hurricane toll stays ‘low’, says disaster planning saved lives

GENEVA, Switzerland (AFP) — Disaster planning, including mass evacuations and prepositioning aid in Jamaica before Hurricane Melissa hit, explains the storm’s relatively low death toll, the Red Cross said Wednesday. A week after Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica as one of the most powerful storms ever recorded, the death toll on the island stands … Read more

Houses Being Swallowed by Floodwaters in Content, Manchester After Hurricane Melissa

Videos have gone viral of houses in Content, Manchester, being swallowed by rising water after the passage of Hurricane Melissa. The flooding forced residents to abandon their homes, and locals pleaded for help. In re severe flooding following the passage of Hurricane Melissa. The Water Resources Authority (WRA) issued a statement following the viral videos, stating that … Read more

TikToker Rosealee and Khandy’s Friendship Ends in Explosive War of Words

A heated social media feud has erupted between TikTok personalities Rosealee and Khandy, after their close friendship crumbled following a recent river trip. The outing included other well-known creators such as Akeam, Figure It Out, and Dyema. Videos from the trip had circulated widely on social media, showing the group enjoying themselves, including one clip of Rosealee … Read more

Operation Homebound Launches Third Year, Reuniting Minot AFB Airmen with Their Families for the Holidays

As the holiday season draws near, the spirit of giving and togetherness shines brightly through Operation Homebound, a remarkable initiative by the Minot Area Chamber EDC. Now entering its third consecutive year, this community-driven program continues its heartfelt mission—helping Minot Air Force Base (AFB) airmen and women travel home to reunite with their families during … Read more