Shannon Sharpe, a renowned NFL player and media personality, is facing a lawsuit alleging sexual assault and manipulation. The lawsuit, filed in Nevada, claims a nearly two-year relationship with a woman, now 21, that included alleged rape and the non-consensual recording of sexual encounters. The plaintiff seeks over $50 million in damages, while Mr. Sharpe denies the allegations, calling it a “shakedown” and accusing the plaintiff’s lawyer of using similar tactics in past cases. The case highlights the intersection of fame, power, and allegations of sexual misconduct within the sports world.
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Citadel CEO Ken Griffin criticizes President Trump’s policies, asserting that his aggressive approach is harming the US economy and international relationships. Trump’s actions, including trade tariffs and threats against the Federal Reserve, have eroded the reputation of US assets, resulting in a significant devaluation of the US dollar relative to the euro. This economic instability, Griffin argues, creates a zero-sum game where everyone loses, and risks long-term damage to America’s global standing and brand. He expresses deep concern over the damage inflicted on the US reputation, drawing parallels to the administration’s attacks on institutions like Harvard University.
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In a move mirroring EU policy, Switzerland has expanded its sanctions against Russia. This includes prohibiting advertisements in eight more Russian media outlets, bringing the total number of sanctioned organizations higher. The updated sanctions also reflect amendments to the list of 158 individuals and entities facing financial restrictions. These actions align Switzerland with the EU’s 16th sanctions package and subsequent decisions. The State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) announced the changes.
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A proposed US-brokered peace deal, reportedly including US recognition of Crimea and Russian-occupied territories since 2022, represents a near-total capitulation to Russia’s demands. This would effectively reward Russian aggression and establish a new global paradigm where territorial gains are legitimized through force. The deal also includes the lifting of US sanctions on Russia and increased US-Russia cooperation, significantly bolstering Russia’s economic and military capabilities. Ukraine’s rejection of this proposal is understandable, as it would effectively erase its sovereignty and dismantle the post-war European order. The only remaining hope lies in Europe’s independent defense of its values.
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A 2021 federal judge ruling deemed the case against Ameen dubious, leading to his release. However, ICE subsequently initiated deportation proceedings, ultimately deporting him to Rwanda under the Biden administration. This deportation, based on weak evidence, marks Ameen as the first deported to Rwanda under the Trump administration’s policies. The article questions whether Ameen will receive restitution or face a similar fate to Abrego Garcia, left stranded abroad.
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Nineteen-year-old Jose Hermosillo, a U.S. citizen with intellectual disabilities, was mistakenly arrested by Customs and Border Protection in Arizona and detained for ten days. Despite providing proof of his citizenship, Hermosillo was initially charged with illegal entry after reportedly claiming to be a Mexican citizen and signing a sworn statement, actions his family attributes to his cognitive impairments. Following national attention and intervention from the Arizona Attorney General, the charges were dropped, and Hermosillo was released. The incident highlights concerns about the handling of individuals with intellectual disabilities within the immigration system.
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Lori Vallow Daybell was found guilty of conspiracy to commit murder in the death of her husband, Charles Vallow. The jury’s verdict followed deliberations concluding that Vallow Daybell and her brother, Alex Cox, plotted Vallow’s murder to facilitate her marriage to Chad Daybell and gain life insurance proceeds. Prosecutors presented evidence suggesting a premeditated killing, while Vallow Daybell, representing herself, maintained her husband’s death was a tragedy. This conviction adds to her existing life sentences for the murders of her children and Chad Daybell’s wife; sentencing in this case will occur following a subsequent trial.
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Despite White House claims of imminent success, President Trump’s “90 deals in 90 days” trade initiative yielded zero results, mirroring a broader pattern of unfulfilled promises. Numerous assertions portraying Trump as a master dealmaker, repeated by administration officials and media personalities, directly contradict his lack of significant legislative achievements. This persistent myth of Trump’s negotiating prowess ignores his consistent failure to broker major deals, even on issues he prioritized. Ultimately, his record reveals a stark disconnect between self-proclaimed abilities and actual outcomes.
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Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders requested federal disaster relief funds from former President Trump after devastating tornadoes, despite previously opposing federal intervention. Trump rejected her initial request, citing his belief that states should handle such situations independently. Sanders subsequently appealed the decision, highlighting the catastrophic damage and loss of life. This reversal marks a sharp contrast to her past statements against “big government” and aligns with Trump’s broader agenda of reducing federal spending and potentially abolishing FEMA.
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