A federal judge will sentence Diddy on Friday after his conviction for transporting male escorts across state lines for sexual encounters with his girlfriends. Prosecutors requested at least 11 years in prison and described the music mogul as unrepentant in a filing submitted on Tuesday. Diddy has remained in a Brooklyn federal detention facility since authorities arrested him in September 2024, and he faces a maximum 20-year prison term. Jurors acquitted him in July of racketeering charges and sex trafficking allegations that carried potential life imprisonment.
Prosecutors argued the sentence should reflect decades of violent behavior that caused lasting harm to victims. Letters from accusers detailed psychological damage and...
The United States faces a potential government shutdown on Tuesday, October 1, as Republicans and Democrats clash over funding legislation. Republicans propose extending 2024 spending levels through November 21, but Democrats reject the plan as harmful rather than neutral. The dispute centers on healthcare subsidies and program cuts that affect millions of Americans.
A shutdown would force federal agencies to cease non-essential operations while essential workers continue without pay. The Women, Infants and Children program would exhaust funds within days, and Head Start services for 10,000 children would halt immediately. Federal contractors might never receive back pay for work performed during the closure.
Democrats demand...
Nicki Minaj posted multiple tweets on social media that mocked Cardi B's single Magnet, but she deleted the messages shortly after publishing them. The posts used the song's alphabetical hook to criticize Cardi B's appearance, music career, and personal matters. Cardi B responded with her own tweets that referenced Minaj and remained visible on the platform after Minaj removed her original posts.
The exchange began when Minaj altered lyrics from Magnet to target Cardi B with references to surgery, legal issues, and pregnancy speculation. Cardi B countered with posts that mentioned Minaj's streaming activity and made personal accusations against the rapper and her family members. Minaj continued with additional deleted tweets about...
OpenAI and Shopify announced a partnership that enables direct purchases through ChatGPT without redirecting users to external websites. The collaboration introduces a Buy Now button within chat conversations when ChatGPT suggests products to customers. Shopify powers the transaction system and places its merchant inventory directly inside the artificial intelligence platform.
The initial launch limits the feature to single-item purchases in the United States, but the companies plan broader expansion. ChatGPT users can complete transactions for items ranging from athletic footwear to budget-conscious presents during product searches. The integration allows Shopify merchants to reach customers through one of the largest AI platforms...
Tyler James Williams has joined AbbVie's Beyond a Gut Feeling campaign to raise awareness about Crohn's disease. The Abbott Elementary actor told People magazine he wanted to share his inflammatory bowel disease experience to help others avoid his struggles. Williams received his diagnosis at age 22, but symptoms appeared years before doctors identified the condition.
The performer endured severe discomfort throughout portions of his career due to delayed treatment. His condition worsened to require three surgical procedures within a single year. Williams described feeling isolated during that period, and he experienced depression from believing he faced the challenge alone.
Williams has achieved remission through careful attention to...
Chipotle will add Red Chimichurri to its menu on Tuesday. The restaurant chain announced the new sauce on Monday and said staff will prepare it fresh daily at each location. The oil-based condiment combines roasted garlic, fresh cilantro, chili peppers, and citrus juice to deliver a spicy flavor.
The bright red sauce aims to complement existing menu options while appealing to customers who prefer bold flavors. Early reviews describe the chimichurri as zippy and spicy, with some comparing it to Mexican chili crisp. The addition follows the summer debut of Adobo Ranch as Chipotle continues introducing new sauces.
Rewards members can receive a free side of Red Chimichurri with any entree purchase on September 30. The promotional offer...
President Donald Trump presented a multistage proposal on Monday to end hostilities in Gaza through Israeli military withdrawal, hostage releases, Hamas disarmament, and establishment of an international transitional authority. The White House framework requires all captives to return within 72 hours of Israeli acceptance, while Israel would free 250 lifers and 1,700 Palestinians detained since Oct. 7, 2023. Trump appeared with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington and acknowledged assistance from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, Jordan, Egypt, Indonesia, Turkey, and Pakistan in crafting the agreement. The president warned that rejection by Hamas would result in full American support for whatever actions Netanyahu deemed...
A Michigan resident will serve 30 months in federal prison for threatening to murder conservative Christians with an assault rifle before the 2024 presidential election. Isaac Sissel, age 26, admitted guilt in April to sending threats across state lines through internet channels. Federal prosecutors from the Eastern District of Michigan announced the sentence on Monday.
Sissel established Reddit profiles with names such as ShootUpTrumpRally and PlanningToKillTrump before submitting an anonymous FBI tip on Nov. 2, 2024. His message warned of attacks against conservative Christian filth if Trump secured victory. The threat arrived two days before a Michigan Trump rally and three days before voters were scheduled to cast their ballots...
Federal authorities have seized 14 ancient Egyptian artifacts valued at several million dollars after a Maryland court determined smugglers brought them into the United States through fraudulent means. The collection features amulets, stone figurines, a vase, and a limestone funerary statue worth approximately $6 million that researchers believe came from archaeological sites near the ancient city of Memphis. Customs officers found the items between August 2020 and April 2021 while examining packages at airports in Anchorage, Cincinnati, and New York.
Smugglers disguised the shipments with false labels such as home decor and garden statues before sending them to private collectors in Maryland and other locations. Acting HSI Special...
