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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Olympic heroine dies young: Laura Dahlmeier passes away in Pakistan - what happened to her?
Olympic Star Laura Dahlmeier Dies During Tragic Mountain Accident in Pakistan Live Events Dahlmeier's Legendary Biathlon Career A Passion for the Mountains After Retirement FAQs (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Laura Dahlmeier, an Olympic and world champion in biathlon, has died at the age of 31 after a tragic mountaineering accident in Pakistan, as per a report. Her management company confirmed the news on Wednesday, as reported by was on a climbing expedition in the Karakoram mountains, one of the most remote and rugged ranges in the world, when she suffered severe injuries in an accident, as per the report. On July 28, around midday, she was caught in a sudden rockfall at an altitude of approximately 5,700 metres, and despite being an experienced and certified mountaineer, she sustained fatal injuries, according to the climbing partner, who was with her at the time, immediately called for help, as per the report. Rescue teams, both local and international, were dispatched, but the remote terrain and falling rocks made the mission extremely difficult, as per the report. A rescue helicopter was only able to reach the area the following morning, on July 29, but rescue workers then struggled to reach the former athlete due to the risk of falling rocks, as per the rescue workers then confirmed that Dahlmeier had passed on Wednesday, 30 July, as per the READ: Trump could pardon Diddy, Bad Boy boss may get full reprieve before sentencing She was a two-time Winter Olympic champion and seven-time world champion in biathlon, as reported by After being awarded two gold medals at PyeongChang 2018, she became the first female biathlete in history to win sprint and pursuit events at the same Olympic Games, according to the 2019, when she was 25 years old, Dahlmeier announced that she was retiring from competitive biathlon, since then, she had switched focus to mountaineering, a lifelong passion, as per the weeks before her tragic accident and death, she managed to climb the Great Trango Tower (6,287 m), and she was planning to climb Laila Peak next, as reported by READ: iOS 18.6 is live — change these 10 hidden settings now to supercharge your iPhone She died in a tragic mountaineering accident in Pakistan's Karakoram mountains after being caught in a rockfall, as per the was climbing near 5,700 metres in the Karakoram range.
Indian Express
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Diddy could walk free: Donald Trump ‘seriously considering' pardon as disgraced mogul makes another $50M jail release plea
Donald Trump is reportedly considering letting Sean 'Diddy' Combs enjoy the perks of a presidential pardon as the music mogul waits for his October sentencing. Diddy was found guilty earlier this month on two lesser charges, including transporting someone for prostitution, but dodged the bigger ones tied to sex trafficking and racketeering. If the pardon happens, it could wipe the slate clean, letting Diddy walk free. Back in April, a few insiders from Diddy's legal team hinted at exploring a presidential pardon, pointing to his old ties with Trump. Then in May, Trump weighed in, saying no one had approached him yet, but added he'd be open to looking into it if he felt Diddy had been treated unfairly. Now, an administration insider tells Deadline that the topic inside the White House has picked up. A few people close to Diddy have been quietly pushing for the pardon, even though his lawyers haven't officially stepped in. The idea is now being 'seriously considered' in the Oval Office. That said, the White House hasn't issued any official statement. And as always with Trump, nothing's real until he signs it. Also read: Sean 'Diddy' Combs found guilty in sex trial, but cleared of trafficking and racketeering charges Even when the Bad Boy producer managed to dodge the biggest charge, he wasn't granted bail, despite his lawyers pushing for house arrest. Diddy's been behind bars at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Centre since his September 2024 arrest, having tried and failed multiple times to get out on a $50 million bond. His final sentencing is set for October 3, and he's staring at a minimum 20-year prison threat. Sean Combs' lawyers, Marc Agnifilo and Teny Geragos, told the judge his case is unlike anything ever tried under the Mann Act. According to court papers accessed by Deadline, the team is once again offering a '$50 million bond secured by Mr. Combs' home in Miami,' along with tight travel and contact restrictions. Also read: Sean 'Diddy' Combs seeks release on $50-million bond ahead of sentencing The eight-week trial saw several ex-girlfriends, staffers, and even a pregnant Cassie Ventura testifying about drug-laced, violent sex parties. Still, due to a lack of solid evidence, the jury found him guilty on just two lesser charges. He walked free on the more serious ones, a big setback to the prosecution led by Maurene Comey (daughter of James Comey). She was sacked soon after the verdict by the Trump-led administration. Diddy's lawyers now argue the charges don't justify prison time, calling the case an unfair attack on a swinger lifestyle under an outdated law from 1910. They've also claimed he's being punished for hiring adult male escorts, even though, by their account, he never actually slept with them. On the other hand, Trump is also facing heat from his own MAGA base for not pushing the Justice Department harder on releasing Epstein files. The pressure has surged after a Wall Street Journal report linked Trump's name to those documents. In response, Trump is now suing Rupert Murdoch for $10 billion.
Black America Web
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
D.L. Hughley Rips 'Morally Bankrupt' Fans For Celebrating Diddy Verdict
Source: Michael S. Schwartz / Getty The moment Sean 'Diddy' Combs was found not guilty on the most serious charges in his sex trafficking and racketeering trial, we all should have expected social media to become an annoying place. We should have known the 'Free Tory' segment of the Black manosphere , as well as the same Black people who are still caping for R. Kelly and Bill Cosby, would erupt in celebration over what they consider vindication for the disgraced Bad Boy mogul. (I'm looking at you, Ray J and Boosie Badazz.) This is why it's gratifying to hear at least one Black male celebrity speak out against celebrations of the Diddy verdict. During a recent sit-down with TMZ, comedian D.L. Hughley expressed that while he doesn't believe Combs was guilty of everything he was charged with, people should be celebrating justice — if they truly think justice is what happened here — not the verdict itself. Hughley appears to be of the opinion that Diddy was overcharged, but he also acknowledged that the trial revealed 'stuff that is amoral.' 'I think that it's clear that Puffy wasn't charged for the things he did. He was charged in this vague, amorphous…the judge even during the trial, you could see he was having a hard time buying it,' Hughley explained. 'I think it shows two things: money will buy a great defense. I think if he's charged and he has a public defender, he's convicted.' 'They didn't charge him for domestic abuse. They charged him for all of these terms that they just couldn't prove,' he continued. As for the people who are celebrating Diddy's victory in court, Hughley didn't bother mincing words in explaining, essentially, that those people are trash. 'I think there are people who are morally bankrupt. I say that all the time,' he said. 'Even if Puffy wasn't convicted of the most serious [crimes], he still whooped a woman in front of everybody,' Hughley continued. 'Now he wasn't charged for that, and the feds wouldn't charge him for that. Obviously, the feds wouldn't be involved in something like that. But it speaks to who we are as a society. Even if he's not guilty of the crimes charged, he is a horrible dude. I can root for a man to get justice, that's different than celebrating this verdict. They're two different things.' Look, D.L. Hughley is not a legal expert — nor are most of the people who were in the streets acting like the ghost of Nelson Mandela was just freed from prison — but he seems to understand basic humanity perfectly well. So, there's that. See social media's reaction to the verdict below. SEE ALSO D.L. Hughley Rips 'Morally Bankrupt' Fans For Celebrating Diddy Verdict was originally published on
Indian Express
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Sean ‘Diddy' Combs gets standing ovation behind bars, sees 20% music spike, and rakes in millions with wild side hustle
Sean 'Diddy' Combs is set to be convicted on October 3, after being acquitted of the more serious charges he was originally accused of, including racketeering and sex trafficking, which the jury dismissed due to lack of evidence. As the disgraced music mogul remains behind Brooklyn bars, his bail denied, waiting for Judge Arun Subramanian to expedite the process, here's a look at how his wealth is holding up on the outside. Diddy, who once ruled the music game with his big, brash Bad Boy empire and launched several pop icons, still sits on a mountain of wealth, even as most of it now hangs in the balance pending the final ruling. Combs returned to the Metropolitan Detention Centre after the judge reminded his attorney, Marc Agnifilo, that he had 'full-throatedly told the jury that there was violence here. And domestic violence is violence. And you said this is a case that did involve violence,' according to CNN. Later, a spokesperson told the outlet that the rapper received a standing ovation when he made his way back to jail following the criminal trial that week. Prosecutors, on the other hand, are still prepping for a stronger comeback, accusing Combs of running a criminal enterprise involving threats, violence, forced labour, bribery, and more. Though experts suggest the absence of others allegedly involved, and Combs being the only one on the defence bench, may have given the jury just enough room for doubt. Also read: American pop star's desi wedding in India had Diddy performing with classical dancer, Rihanna as maid of honor; it ended in divorce over a text Way before Diddy was arrested following a DHS raid on his Miami mansion, the rapper had already started pulling back from his biggest business ventures. He stepped down as CEO of Revolt TV, which he founded in 2012, and later lost his Hulu deal to renew his iconic fashion brand Sean John. After Cassie filed a lawsuit last year accusing him of sexual violence, one that was later withdrawn after an out-of-court settlement, a CNN video surfaced showing Combs assaulting her. That clip was enough for New York City to revoke his ceremonial key and for Peloton to pull his music. Before things went south, Combs' Bad Boy Records was still very much in the game. In 2023, he dropped The Love Album: Off the Grid, his first solo project in two decades, and also released The Age of Pleasure, both bagging Grammy nominations. The label's still running, even as the legal storm continues to drive the label into loss. His son, King Combs, and close friend Kanye West recently dropped a track called 'Never Stop'. Also read: Who is Sean 'Diddy' Combs, acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering charges Despite all the legal heat, Diddy's still cashing in. His tracks continue to stream on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music. According to CNN, between April and May, right in the middle of his legal trial, his music actually saw a 20% spike in U.S. streaming, one of the biggest monthly jumps of the year, per Luminate. And it doesn't stop there. He's still pulling in millions while sitting in court. As reported by The Sun, since his arrest on September 16, Diddy has made around $4.1 million. A big chunk of that comes from his private jet, a Gulfstream G550 registered to his company, LoveAir LLC. The jet, rented out through Siever Air, has reportedly been sued by clients at least 126 times as of May 20. But that hasn't stopped it from flying. With luxury interiors and high-end service, customers have been paying around $32,597 for just a 1,186-mile trip.
Black America Web
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Cassie's Lawyer Praises Singer's Courage After Diddy Verdict: 'She Paved The Way'
Source: Neilson Barnard / Getty Despite Sean 'Diddy' Combs being acquitted of the more serious charges, Cassie Ventura's lawyer praised his clients bravery in helping this court get to trial even if the outcome isn't what they hoped for. 'This entire criminal process started when our client Cassie Ventura had the courage to file her civil complaint in November 2023,' Douglas H. Wigdor wrote in a statement published by Newsweek . 'Although the jury did not find Combs guilty of sex trafficking Cassie beyond a reasonable doubt, she paved the way for a jury to find him guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution.' Wigdor wanted people to remember that Cassie created a safe space for those who were also alleged victims of the Bad Boy founder to feel safe to come forward with their reported stories of abuse. While Diddy was not found guilty of racketeering and sex trafficking, he was convicted of two lesser prostitution charges and could face up to 20 years in prison, although several legal analysts find it hard to believe the 'Take That' ad-libber will get anything close to double digits. Wigdor noted that Ventura's decision to take the stand and face her abuser in court will help other sexual abuse victims. 'By coming forward with her experience, Cassie has left an indelible mark on both the entertainment industry and the fight for justice,' Wigdor's statement read. 'We must repeat — with no reservation — that we believe and support our client who showed exemplary courage throughout this trial.' 'She displayed unquestionable strength and brought attention to the realities of powerful men in our orbit and the misconduct that has persisted for decades without repercussion,' Wigdor's statement read. 'This case proved that change is long overdue, and we will continue to fight on behalf of survivors.' The singer made her allegations public in November 2023, accusing her Diddy of rape, coercion and years of physical abuse in a civil suit, that was quickly settled. SEE ALSO Cassie's Lawyer Praises Singer's Courage After Diddy Verdict: 'She Paved The Way' was originally published on
