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From OJ onward, explore the less glamorous side of celebrity life and famous faces accused, vindicated and convicted.
The Wang Yaqiao Assassination Cases (1930s). AI-Generated.
**Wang Yaqiao: The Legendary Assassin of Republican China** In the turbulent years of early 20th century China, one name struck fear into the hearts of corrupt officials and foreign invaders alike - Wang Yaqiao (1889-1936), the mastermind behind the infamous "Axe Gang" and arguably the most formidable assassin in modern Chinese history. His dramatic life story reads like an Eastern thriller, blending revolutionary ideals, calculated violence, and unyielding resistance against oppression.
By Ibrahim Ghani7 months ago in Criminal
Thomas Partey, former Arsenal footballer, charged with rape and sexual assault
Five charges of rape and one charge of sexual assault Partey denies all the charges against him The former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, the Crown Prosecution Service said.
By SHYAKA MARS7 months ago in Criminal
Diddy Versicts: So What Happens Now???. AI-Generated.
The courtroom doors may be closed—for now—but the reverberations are just beginning. This week, Sean “Diddy” Combs, one of the most powerful men in music history, was convicted on two federal charges related to the transportation of women for prostitution. At the same time, he was acquitted of the much more serious allegations of racketeering and sex trafficking. For many, this split verdict only deepens the questions around his guilt, his empire, and his future.
By Kevin Browne7 months ago in Criminal
The Empire Crumbles: Diddy’s Dark Reign Exposed as Jury Deliberates His Fate
The air in the federal courthouse hung thick with a palpable tension, heavier than any bassline Diddy ever dropped. After seven weeks of harrowing testimony, graphic details, and a shocking glimpse into a world of alleged depravity, the fate of Sean "Diddy" Combs now rests in the hands of twelve jurors. As of this Monday morning, June 30, 2025, the jury has retreated behind closed doors, tasked with weighing evidence that could send one of hip-hop’s most iconic figures to prison for life. The very notion sends shivers down the spine of an industry once dominated by his seemingly unshakeable influence.
By Kelly Munala Brookes7 months ago in Criminal
The War That Wasn’t—Or Was It? The Fragile Line Between Peace and Provocation in the Trump Era
In a world already strained by economic instability, rising authoritarianism, and generational trauma, one phrase seems to echo louder than ever: World War III. It’s a phrase many of us grew up associating with distant nightmares and dystopian fiction. But in recent years, the line between imagined chaos and real-life events has blurred—and one man has stood repeatedly at the fault line of that tension: Donald J. Trump.
By In Conspiracy We Trust7 months ago in Criminal
Runaway: A Twist of Fate (2009) Review
Considering how the last game ended, I was fully expecting it to start with the great big rescue. Imagine my surprise when it starts with Brian’s funeral. I was further surprised when he was not only convicted of murdering Colonel Kordsmeier but also declared insane and put in a psychiatric hospital. Like, wow, that’s a lot to take in at once. Then it turns out Brian faked his death to escape the hospital to try and clear his name? Honestly, that sounds like something he would do. A welcome twist on the series’ formula is that Gina was much more involved this time. No longer is she a damsel in distress, but a playable character. And her breasts are actually covered for once, thankfully. There is some narrating the past, as per usual, but things do mostly take place in the present time with new, quirky characters.
By Allison 'AllieV' Van Oirschot7 months ago in Criminal
Trump says he 'may or may not' strike Iran as US evacuates diplomats from Israel
**Trump Says He 'May or May Not' Strike Iran Despite the US Evacuation of Israeli Diplomats** With a cryptic statement that he "may or may not" authorize military action against Iran, former President Donald Trump has once more stoked global tensions. The ambiguous remark came amid heightened geopolitical instability in the Middle East and coincided with reports that the United States has begun evacuating diplomatic personnel from Israel due to escalating security threats.
By GLOBAL NEWS7 months ago in Criminal
