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ATC drops new center-channel monitors for pro studios
ATC dropped two new center channel speakers for high-end surround sound. The SCM105AC Pro and SCM105AiWC Pro are three-way monitors built to match their existing pro line. They use dual nine-inch woofers, a three-inch mid driver, and a one-inch tweeter, all made in-house. Each speaker gets power from a dedicated amplifier. The system pushes two hundred watts to the bass, one hundred to the mids, and fifty to the highs. A special crossover aims for perfect phase alignment and clear sound. The models share specs but have different mounting styles. One stands freely, while the other fits into a wall with a remote rack amplifier called the R1-350 Pro. These units work with other ATC monitors like the SCM110A Pro for full immersive setups...
Diddy eyes suing Netflix over stolen footage for documentary
Diddy might sue Netflix and 50 Cent over a documentary. Sean Combs is considering legal action against the streamer for the series The Reckoning, claiming it uses stolen footage. His spokesperson confirmed they are still weighing options. Combs is currently serving a thirty-month sentence in a New Jersey prison for prostitution related charges. He also faces many civil sexual assault suits and a new criminal probe in Los Angeles. His prison release date has shifted a few times without explanation, now listed for late May 2028. His lawyers previously sent a cease and desist, calling the show a hit piece. Netflix stated the footage was legally obtained and denied it was retribution, noting 50 Cent had no creative control. A filmmaker...
Man covers shift, stabbed dead on Christmas night
A guy got stabbed to death at work after covering a holiday shift. Edeedson Cine, 23, was killed behind the counter of a CVS on Long Island. He had gone in on Christmas after helping his family that morning. Police found him with a chest wound around seven in the evening. They arrested John Pilaccio, 43, for murder. The motive is still unclear, and surveillance video is being checked. Cine's father said his son always volunteered for tough jobs. CVS called it a senseless tragedy and is offering counseling. The police commissioner said their hearts go out to the family. A GoFundMe page remembers Cine as a remarkable young man devoted to service.
Trump to get Israel Prize, first non-Israeli honoree
Israel is giving its top prize to a foreigner for the first time ever. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced at Mar-a-Lago that Donald Trump will receive the Israel Prize. Netanyahu said the government broke tradition to honor Trump's contributions to Israel and the Jewish people. The award follows years of Netanyahu crediting Trump's policies. He cited moves like backing Israel at the U.N. and exiting the Iran nuclear deal. The decision was formally made by Israel's education minister. Trump called the recognition a great honor. The announcement comes after a recent ceasefire deal in Gaza. Netanyahu has repeatedly stated that no U.S. president did more for Israel.
Cop jailed over meme, sues for free speech rights
A retired cop got jailed for over a month because of a Facebook meme. Larry Bushart, 61, filed a federal lawsuit against Perry County, Tennessee, its sheriff, and an investigator. They arrested him for sharing a meme about a vigil featuring a quote from Donald Trump. Authorities claimed it threatened a school. Bushart was charged with threatening mass violence and held on a two-million-dollar bond. He stayed in jail for thirty seven days before the charge got dropped. His lawsuit says officials misrepresented the post and violated his free speech. He argues the arrest wrecked his finances and reputation. The case alleges the arrest was based on fear, not facts. Bushart is now seeking damages for the ordeal.
Olandria joins “It Girl” ranks, Bama Barbie slays
A Love Island USA contestant just made Wikipedia's official It Girl list. Olandria Carthen, known as Bama Barbie from Decatur, Alabama, joined a category with figures like Grace Jones and Ayo Edebiri. The Tuskegee University graduate gained fame during season seven for her style and relationship with Nic Vansteenberghe. Her team has pushed a high-fashion path beyond typical influencing. She walked for Sergio Hudson and attended major front row events. This recognition follows her inclusion in Cosmopolitan's Z-Stars class for trendsetters. The Wikipedia list defines an It Girl as having a unique magnetic appeal. Her placement there signals a major cultural impact from reality TV. It marks a shift from her previous work in elevators to...
Mom lost to cancer after the insurer cut her off
An insurance company dropped a cancer patient for missing payments, and she died. Torrance Mchie, a 28-year-old mother, passed away after her early-stage treatable cancer became terminal. Reports say her insurer cut her off over five thousand dollar monthly premiums, stopping her chemotherapy. She held on long enough to have one last Christmas with her young son. Her sister, Ashley Mchie, started a GoFundMe for treatment costs initially. The fundraiser, now aimed at supporting her son, has almost met its forty thousand dollar goal. Her death ignited fury online about healthcare profits over people. The case shows a system where losing coverage can have fatal consequences. The story underscores the brutal financial realities of serious...
Ye’s bucket list includes pole dancing, soap-making
Kanye West's bucket list is a bizarre mix of hobbies and real estate. A leaked list shows the artist, living quietly in Tokyo, wants to buy a Jamaica vacation home, learn a language, and make art. It also includes making his own soap, going skydiving, and trying pole dancing. The list emerged while he stayed out of the spotlight after his stalled album. It suggests a shift from music industry drama toward personal projects. These goals range from practical to wildly unexpected. Fans see this as a move toward a more eclectic life. The list highlights his known unpredictable nature. It contrasts sharply with his current low profile in Japan.
Kodak gifts mom a Haitian eatery, dream served hot
Kodak Black just gave his mom an entire restaurant for Christmas. The rapper set up a Haitian spot called Z Queen Cuisine for his mother in their hometown of Pompano Beach, Florida. This follows him getting the city's Key earlier this year for charity work, like paying rents and giving away AC units. His mom, called Z Queen, is a Haitian immigrant who raised him in the local projects. Owning a restaurant serving authentic food was her lifelong dream. Kodak has always talked up his love for her, but this gift literally puts her in charge. The move cements his reputation for helping his community and family. It shows his focus on giving back, especially to his mother, despite his often chaotic public persona. The new business means the...
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