racial profiling
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How Removing Juror #6 from the Diddy Case Is Setting Him Up for an Appeal
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal troubles have taken yet another dramatic turn, as attention now shifts from allegations and evidence to the jury selection process itself. Specifically, the removal of Juror #6 from the panel is stirring debate not just inside the courtroom, but across social media and legal circles. With so much at stake, many are asking whether this move could set the stage for an appeal — and some legal experts believe it absolutely could.
By In Conspiracy We Trust7 months ago in Criminal
Operation Rising Lion: Israel’s Unprecedented Strike on Iran Shakes the Middle East
Introduction: A Flashpoint Ignites On June 13, 2025, the Middle East was rocked by the most significant military escalation in recent history. In a surprise move, Israel launched a massive air operation—code-named "Operation Rising Lion"—deep into Iranian territory, striking at the very core of Iran's nuclear and military infrastructure. The targeted attack, which Israeli sources say aimed to dismantle Iran’s nuclear weapons program, is now being dubbed the most audacious Israeli military operation in decades.
By Mehtab Ahmad7 months ago in Criminal
Five dead in latest Israeli shootings of Gazans seeking aid, say local officials
According to officials in the area, "Five Dead in the Latest Israeli Shootings of Gazans Seeking Aid" According to Gaza health authorities, Israeli forces opened fire near an aid distribution point in Rafah, killing five Palestinians and wounding several others. The incident happened early on Sunday as people gathered to get desperately needed humanitarian aid in southern Gaza, where hunger and chaos were getting worse. Local officials said that when Israeli troops fired live rounds, the victims were unarmed civilians trying to get food supplies. The shootings are the most recent in a string of violent incidents that have occurred at aid collection sites, where thousands of displaced Gazans have been congregating on a daily basis in increasingly difficult circumstances. Gunfire broke out without warning, according to witnesses, causing panic and bloodshed. One local claimed, "People were just standing in line." The shooting then began. People fled in every direction. According to the Israeli military, individuals approached in a "suspicious manner" during restricted hours, and that soldiers fired warning shots. In a declared combat zone, troops had acted in accordance with protocol, according to a spokesperson. However, the Gaza Ministry of Health denied the Israeli account, stating that the victims were clearly civilians and did not pose a threat. A ministry statement stated, "These repeated attacks on people seeking aid are unacceptable and must stop." The deaths occur amid growing global concern regarding the accessibility and safety of humanitarian aid in Gaza. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) recently implemented hubs to manage the distribution system, which has been widely criticized for putting civilians in danger. Over 60 people have reportedly been killed and hundreds have been injured in the vicinity of aid centers since the GHF system was introduced at the end of May. In two weeks, the International Committee of the Red Cross received nearly 1,000 patients, many of whom had been shot near distribution areas. The aid delivery model isn't protecting the people it's supposed to help, according to warnings from the UN and humanitarian groups. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, stated that the targeting of civilians may constitute war crimes and called for a thorough investigation. Food collection has become a life-threatening ordeal, according to aid workers in Gaza due to overcrowding, disorganized distribution, and the presence of armed forces. A field coordinator for an international relief organization stated, "The situation is desperate." "For a bag of flour, people are putting their lives in danger." To lessen the likelihood of violence, officials with the GHF stated that they were looking into new approaches, such as direct distribution in neighborhoods, as well as reviewing security protocols. Despite this, difficulties with logistics and safety have necessitated numerous operations suspensions. In Gaza, the humanitarian situation is still dire. Many families are completely dependent on sporadic aid deliveries to survive with over 80% of the population displaced and critical infrastructure destroyed. Food insecurity is widespread, and hospitals are swamped. The shooting on Sunday occurred as Muslims were getting ready for the significant religious holiday known as Eid al-Adha. The celebrations were subdued by grief and hardship for many. “We have nothing,” said one mother of four. "We don't have any food, no place to sleep, and now they shoot us when we try to get help." There is a growing demand for accountability and aid system reform. Rights groups say that more civilians will die trying to survive unless drastic changes are made. A number of humanitarian organizations called on Israel and its partners to make sure that aid is distributed safely, openly, and in accordance with international law in a statement that they issued together. The statement read, "Every civilian death is a failure of humanity and a breach of responsibility." As the conflict grinds on and political efforts stall, the burden falls increasingly on local responders and ordinary people to manage the crisis. There is little hope left for those in Rafah and other besieged areas. One of the survivors of the shooting on Sunday stated, "We wake up every day not knowing if we’ll eat, or if we’ll live." This is not charity. It's a ruse."
By GLOBAL NEWS7 months ago in Criminal
Room 313 Is Never Booked
The Bellmoor Hotel was old, but not abandoned. It stood in the heart of a foggy New England town, with creaking wooden floors, ornate wallpaper faded with time, and a lobby clock that had stopped ticking sometime in the 1950s. The place had a charm—quiet, polite, always dimly lit.
By Muhammad Saeed7 months ago in Criminal
Vijay Mallya,The Rise and Fall of India's Fugitive Billionaire
Vijay Mallya was once known as the flamboyant “King of Good Times,” a title inspired by his luxurious lifestyle, love for parties, flashy attitude, and high-profile business ventures. As the chairman of United Breweries Group and founder of Kingfisher Airlines, Mallya was one of India’s most well-known and controversial business figures. But the same man who once graced Page 3 headlines for his lavish lifestyle eventually became a fugitive economic offender, wanted for financial fraud and defaulting on loans worth over ₹9,000 crore.
By Muhammad waqas7 months ago in Criminal
Operation Spiderweb: Satellite imagery shows Russian bombers destroyed in massive Ukrainian drone attack
The impact of Ukraine’s audacious drone attack deep inside Russia over the weekend has been captured in satellite imagery which suggests a number of strategic bombers were severely damaged or outright destroyed.
By SHYAKA MARS8 months ago in Criminal
Pablo Escobar
How a criminal empire emerged from poverty and ended in violence An Introduction The Medelln Cartel's infamous kingpin, Pablo Emilio Escobar Gaviria, was once the wealthiest and most feared criminal in history. He controlled 80% of the global cocaine trade at his peak, amassed an inflation-adjusted fortune of $30 billion, and was responsible for thousands of deaths. However, his legacy remains shockingly divisive in Colombia. Some people think of him as a vicious terrorist, while others think of him as a modern-day Robin Hood who built low-income housing and schools. This article investigates: Escobar's early life and how his ambitions were shaped by poverty. the global impact of the Medelln Cartel's rise to power. the brutal methods that made him powerful and sought after. His demise—how he was destroyed by rivals, law enforcement, and his own ego. Colombia's lasting scars and the war on drugs.
By Silas Blackwood8 months ago in Criminal
The Servant Girl Annihilator: Was America’s First Serial Killer the Real Jack the Ripper?. Content Warning.
I. A City Frozen in Fear The humid Texas night of December 30, 1884, carried the metallic scent of blood through Austin’s servant quarters. By dawn, the mutilated body of Mary "Mollie" Smith—a 25-year-old Black cook—would be discovered spiked to her own backyard fence like a butchered animal. Her skull had been crushed with such force that fragments of bone later turned up in the soil ten feet away.
By Cold Case Collective8 months ago in Criminal
