The ongoing Sean “P Diddy” Combs trial is kicking off in New York for the fourth week. Following the musician’s attack on his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, a hotel worker is scheduled to give testimony later today.
On surveillance footage from the 2016 InterContinental Hotel, disgraced music mogul Combs was seen attacking Cassie. The video shows Diddy striking Cassie before dragging her across the floor, which was previously shown to the jury.
However, the hotel employee is required to provide evidence under an immunity order. Non-involved in the case, attorney and former litigator Lisa Bonner asserts that a witness may benefit from an immunity order to support the prosecution’s case against Diddy.
The music mogul is currently facing a number of serious charges, including racketeering conspiracy, forced sex trafficking, fraud or coercion, and prostitution transportation. He has previously requested several bail requests, all of which have been rejected, and has denied all of his allegations against him.
The trial is advancing.
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Woman taken from the court
A woman yelled in the courtroom, and Judge Subramanian ordered her to leave.
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Who else will testify?
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Evidence-related issues are discussed by attorneys.
Prosecutors and defense attorneys are examining evidentiary issues before the jury enters the court.
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After the attack, Diddy offered hush money.
Diddy had attempted to bribe him, according to a former hotel security employee in court.
When Diddy was sitting in a chair, Israel Florez, who was present, noticed him “slouched down, like with a blank stare… like a devilish stare, just looking at me.” On the sixth floor, a woman called Florez when she was in distress.
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What transpired at the InterContinental Hotel?
In March 2016, Diddy was seen kicking Cassie as she lay on the floor at the InterContinental Hotel in Los Angeles.
Despite years of publicly defending Israel’s conduct at press briefings, former US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller’s claim that he believed Israeli forces had committed war crimes in Gaza has sparked outrage.
Colombia’s government is conducting a more peaceful response to its persistent narcotics crisis by paying farmers to raze coca crops, the drug’s main ingredient, to increase its cocaine production.
The most recent beneficiaries include Nicolas Caicedo and his son Alirio Caicedo. They staking their livelihoods on the persistent demand from organized crime a decade ago by planting coca in their fields.
The Caicedos are currently digging up those same crops, unsure of what lies ahead.
About 4, 000 additional Colombian families have entered agreements with the government to replace coca with cocoa and coffee.
The initiative is a part of a $4.4 million effort to reduce the supply of a substance that is credited with causing the nation unimaginable misery.
Armed groups frequently coerce Colombia’s rural communities into growing the illegal crop, with forests cleared to make way for the illegal crop.
Authorities are aiming to eradicate coca in three of Colombia’s most conflict-ridden regions, including the southwestern Micay Canyon, on 45, 000 hectares (111, 000 acres).
[Joaquin Sarmiento/AFP] Coffee and coca plantation farmer Alirio Caicedo
The Caicedos’ transition is a risky one for farmers.
Their new crops will flourish, but there is no guarantee that guerrillas and other armed organizations, whose profits are tied to cocaine, will be peaceful.
The Caicedos say they can expect to make about $800 per month from coca. They have received an initial payment of about $300 to begin growing coffee under the new scheme, with more coming in the near future.
Colombia’s first left-wing president, Gustavo Petro, pledged to end the “war on drugs” that had been the focus of the campaign that was widely associated with the double victimization of rural Colombians who live in the shadow of violence when he took office in 2022.
Colombia, the world’s largest exporter, has since experienced record levels of cocaine production as a result of continued demand in both Europe and the US.
Previous attempts to replace crops have failed, frequently hampered by violent armed groups’ protests and the government’s subsequent drying up.
Gloria Miranda, the head of Colombia’s illegal crop substitution program, rebuffed Gloria’s warning that it would be foolish to accept the new initiative as a “soil” as long as it is “cocaine” remains illegal on the market of 20 million people.
In his efforts to achieve “total peace,” President Petro has prioritized negotiations with armed organizations over military brawl, reversing the coca plant’s eradication.
Colombian police and soldiers guard a street in Argelia [Joaquin Sarmiento/AFP]
However, most discussions have failed, and Bogota has been put under more pressure since Donald Trump’s January return to the White House. Colombia’s participation in the anti-drug campaign is being reexamined by the Trump administration, and it has threatened to reduce the amount of military aid provided.
The crop replacement scheme may be abused, according to observers who are concerned about the high stakes.
Some farmers may “try to deceive” by accepting state funding while still growing coca, warned Pablo Daza, the government secretary for Argelia.
The chances are very high that we are wasting money, according to Emilio Archila, who oversaw a similar, ultimately unsuccessful program under former president Ivan Duque.
Miranda insists that “meticulous” satellite monitoring will ensure compliance, promising that anyone found in breach of the program will be kicked out.
Coca is primarily used as a source of cocaine, but its leaves are also used in Andean cultures as stimulants and teas that are thought to treat altitude sickness.
Colin Jerwood, a British punk rock star, tragically passed away at the age of 63 after a brief illness. The singer’s band, Conflict, shared the depressing news today, saying: “It is with a very heavy heart that Colin passed away after a brief illness.
We are aware of the difficulty of this news for his supporters.
They explained that they had set up a website where friends could post tributes to their friends, and that they “we appreciate that many of you might want to share your condolences.” You can contribute to this online memorial page created by us. You can also make memorial donations to charities in his name.
Colin Jerwood founded the punk collective Conflict.
Then, in response to Colin’s family’s heartbreaking request, they continued, “Colin’s family means the world to him, and he would like their wishes to be respected.”
“We ask that you refrain from attending his funeral. Your presence will be felt as his family reads any comments on the memorial page.
We appreciate you’ve continued to support Colin and Conflict.
Eltham, South London, was the original home of the punk band Conflict. The original lineup, which was formed in 1981, included Colin, Francisco “Paco,” Carreno, John, Steve, Pauline, and Paul a.k.a. ” Nobody who is nihilistic.
In the midst of the UK punk boom, Colin founded Conflict, which he was known for firmly opposed to fascism and animal rights.
Under Colin’s guidance, Conflict supported other bands like Hagar the Womb and Icons of Filth while also releasing music through their own Mortarhate Records label.
The death of the singer has had a significant impact on the punk rock scene, with both fans and other musicians paying tribute.
One reacted to X and said, “That’s sad news. Only once, in the early 1980s, was Conflict at the Chelmsford YMCA. one of my best professional appearances ever. RiP. “
Another person praised Colin & Conflict as being a great inspiration for their lives. He was the one who opened my eyes to the horrors of the meat industry and vivisection. He has saved many animals, and he has inspired me to become a vegetarian and now that I am, I want to thank him for it. Now, Colin, rest easy.
A third shared the sentiment that “their powerful lyrics & music will forever run through my veins.”
“Sleep easy now, beautiful man.”
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English amateur Tyler Weaver says qualifying for his first major is “up there with my biggest achievement”.
The 22-year-old will make his US Open debut at Oakmont, Pennsylvania, after earning a spot in qualifying on what is known as ‘golf’s longest day’.
US Open hopefuls played 36 holes at 10 venues across the United States and Canada in a bid to claim one of the 47 places available for the tournament which takes place from 12-15 June.
Weaver finished tied for third on 11 under to become one of three amateurs to qualify in Atlanta, where 17-year-old American Mason Howell led the way.
Major winners Zach Johnson and Jason Dufner were among those to miss out.
“This is definitely up there with my biggest achievement,” said the England Golf squad member.
“Playing in a major championship is a dream of mine and it still hasn’t quite sunk in that I will be teeing it up at Oakmont. “
Weaver, who is planning for his brother Max to caddie for him, is the son of former Flat jockey turned racing pundit Jason Weaver, who rode more than 1,000 winners over his career and won the 1994 2000 Guineas on Mister Baileys.
Weaver will prepare by competing in the Arnold Palmer Cup in South Carolina from 5-7 June, then “spend a few days getting ready for the Thursday” at Oakmont.
“I am extremely lucky to have the support network that I do, and none of this would be possible without them,” he added. “My family are just as excited as I am. “
Weaver, who is from Suffolk and is attending Florida State University, won the Cabo Collegiate title in a play-off in March.
That earned him an exemption into the World Wide Technology Championship PGA Tour event in Mexico in November.
Fowler and Homa miss out in play-off
England’s Matt Wallace also qualified on Monday, as the world number 88 ended the day on seven under to be one of seven qualifiers in Ontario.
However, American Ryder Cup players Rickie Fowler and Max Homa were among the big names to miss out.
South Africa’s Erik van Rooyen finished first in Columbus, with Fowler and Homa missing out in a five-man play-off as fellow American Cameron Young claimed the final spot.
Homa, 34, was the only player carrying his bag at the event having recently split from his caddie. Going to a play-off meant the world number 90 had to carry his clubs for 38 holes.
At Woodmont in Maryland, Ryan McCormick and Trevor Cone took the first two spots while Australia’s Marc Leishman and American amateur Bryan Lee prevailed in a play-off for the remaining two.
The Florida event was suspended because of bad weather so play will resume on Tuesday, and among those in contention is English amateur Luke Poulter, son of former world number five Ian.
Four spots are on offer at West Palm Beach and the 21-year-old was in fourth, thanks to a first-round 69, when play was halted.
Northern Ireland’s Graeme McDowell, the 2010 US Open champion, is also in contention after a first-round 70, but his compatriot Tom McKibbin missed out.
Aryna Sabalenka, the world’s number one, defeated Paris Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen 7-6 (3), 6-3 to advance to the French Open semifinals.
In the opening set at a half-full Court Philippe-Chatrier, Sabalenka went down early on Tuesday in her first defeat to Zheng in her seven career matches last month.
“I had no idea how I could break her back and reclaim the first set,” she said. Sabalenka, who moved one step closer to her maiden French Open title, said, “I’m glad I found my rhythm and won.”
“I believe there is a reason why we’re all here. That gorgeous trophy is something everyone desires. I’m glad I have a second chance to perform better than I did the first time.
I’m really hoping to be very proud of myself by the clay court season’s conclusion.
Zheng Qinwen, from China, makes a forehand turn to Aryna Sabalenka in their quarterfinal women’s singles match [Anne-Christine Poujoulat/AFP]
Zheng, a Chinese player, vying to emulate Li Na’s 2011 success at Roland Garros, crushed a powerful forehand winner to take a 2-1 lead, but Sabalenka fought back five games later and was denied on set point while up 6-5.
The 27-year-old top seed avoided the disappointment by avoiding the tie-break with errors before the players swapped breaks in a high-speed second set.
Sabalenka set up a semifinal fight with either 13th seed Elina Svitolina or four-time champion Iga Swiatek after a huge forehand winner put her 5-3 up.
Zheng Qinwen, China’s Sabalenka, makes a forehand return to the Roland Garros quarterfinal.
