Damian Williams, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced his resignation effective December 13, paving the way for Donald Trump's nominee Jay Clayton to assume the role. Williams, known for high-profile cases against figures like Bob Menendez and Sam Bankman-Fried, leaves behind a strong legacy.
The city of Las Cruces, New Mexico, settled for $20 million with the family of Teresa Gomez, a grandmother fatally shot by a police officer in 2023. The lawsuit alleged misconduct and excessive force, with the officer now facing a second-degree murder charge.
Former football star Spencer Pearson has been sentenced to life in prison after brutally stabbing his ex-girlfriend 15 times, leaving her paralyzed. The attack, which also injured her mother, occurred outside a Florida restaurant in June 2023.
Methanol poisoning in Laos has claimed six international tourists' lives, including Australian teens Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles, after they consumed tainted drinks while backpacking in Vang Vieng. The tragedy has raised international alarms about alcohol safety in the region.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte sparked outrage by claiming she ordered an assassin to target President Marcos Jr. and key allies if she is killed, later insisting the remarks were exaggerated.
Kanye West is being sued by former America's Next Top Model contestant Jenn An, who alleges he sexually assaulted her during a 2010 music video shoot. The lawsuit claims West strangled and forced oral sex on Jenn while making disturbing comments about "art."
Dawn Richard, a former member of Sean "Diddy" Combs' music groups, has accused him of sexual abuse, mistreatment, and violence, claims he denies as baseless. Combs, currently jailed on multiple charges, faces growing allegations from other individuals of misconduct and exploitation.
Disgraced urologist Darius Paduch was sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing male patients, including minors, over more than a decade at prestigious NYC hospitals.
A hacker using the name Altam Beezley has leaked explosive testimony in the Matt Gaetz scandal, including allegations of sex with a 17-year-old and drug involvement.
Kim Kardashian introduced Tesla's humanoid robot, Optimus, to her followers through playful Instagram videos, showcasing its ability to mimic gestures and play games.
Jake Paul's controversial victory over Mike Tyson sparked a frenzy as fans linked the fight to an eerie Simpsons episode where Tyson's animated counterpart loses to Homer Simpson.
Rumors about Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei being seriously ill or poisoned have surfaced online, but no official confirmation supports these claims.