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Nicki Minaj's $20 million Hidden Hills mansion nearly went to auction over a $503,318 debt before her last-minute payment
Nicki Minaj narrowly avoided a forced sale of her $20 million Hidden Hills mansion after paying a $503,318 court judgment on January 22, 2026. The payment came just before a judge was expected to decide whether the California property could be auctioned to recover the money owed to a former security guard.
Man found a note in his kitchen. Now he’s suing OpenAI over what ChatGPT allegedly told his wife
A North Carolina man says he found a note that made him fear his wife was planning to poison him. He is suing OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT helped develop and conceal the plan.
Mark Cuban shared rent with 5 roommates at 24, survived on canned food before becoming a billionaire; here's how he managed his expenses
Cuban recalled that his credit cards were taken away during that period and his food expenses were extremely limited. He even survived on canned food, instant ramen and peanuts. He said that he learned about business by observing his bosses and their superiors, using his early jobs to understand how businesses operated.
Why Paris Jackson is seeking $600 million from Michael Jackson’s estate nearly 17 years after his death
Paris Jackson has filed a petition for a $600 million transfer to the Michael Jackson Family Trust. She claims that the estate's executors have not followed the distribution schedule set in Jackson's will. Legal disputes have prevented the full funding of the trust and reduced payments to beneficiaries. The estate representatives deny Paris's allegations and note that over $200 million has been distributed thus far.
IRCTC hotels case: Delhi court defers formal framing of charges against Lalu, others
A Delhi court has adjourned the framing of money laundering charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family members. The judge stated that all accused, except those exempted, must be present at the next hearing. The Enforcement Directorate's case involves the alleged IRCTC hotel scam, with nine of the sixteen accused facing charges. The investigation indicates no political vendetta against Lalu Prasad, despite defense claims.
What to know about Brazil's Bolsonaro's departure to the US after his electoral defeat
Flavio Bolsonaro, a Brazilian senator, fled to Miami with his family after losing the presidential election. He had been under investigation for corruption and faced passport seizures ordered by the Supreme Court. His father, Jair Bolsonaro, had previously claimed electoral fraud without providing evidence. Despite allegations of voter suppression, the electoral results were widely accepted by political leaders around the world.
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Pakistan's high court judge resigns, cites 'executive's growing control' over judiciary
Justice Mohsin Akhtar Kayani tendered his resignation to President Asif Ali Zardari, becoming the fourth judge of the superior judiciary to resign following the controversial amendments.
Child rape convict's sister Nicki Minaj gets into Trump’s close circle, but can the US president pardon him?
Rapper Nicki Minaj expressed her support for President Donald Trump during a recent rally in Michigan. Minaj, who is not a US citizen, revealed her citizenship paperwork is in process. Her brother, Jelani Maraj, is serving a lengthy prison sentence for child rape, raising questions about presidential pardons. Trump's authority to grant clemency does not extend to state law convictions like Maraj's.
Miguel Olivares, accused of raping and killing 19-year-old University of North Carolina student Faith Hedgepeth in 2012, sentenced to life in prison
Miguel Salguero Olivares has been convicted of raping and murdering 19-year-old Faith Hedgepeth in 2012. The conviction was based on a DNA match obtained from Olivares after a traffic stop for intoxicated driving in 2021. Hedgepeth was a student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and was found dead in her apartment. Prosecutors highlighted the brutality of the crime during the trial, speaking of extensive injuries.
Rhode Island sues Meta over alleged tolerance for scam advertising
The suit, filed by Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha in Providence Superior Court, accuses Meta of unlawfully profiting from and participating in the creation of billions of dollars in scam advertising - even as it assured its billions of users that it was working diligently to protect them.
How one archaeologist’s drawings became an over 100 million dollar smuggling scandal
In 1959 British archeologist James Mellaart published drawings of a royal Bronze Age treasure that he said he had seen in a house in Izmir, Turkey. Three years later a Turkish newspaper accused him of smuggling artifacts worth an estimated one billion lira ($110.8 million, based on the 1962 exchange rate of nearly 9.02 Turkish lira per 1 US dollar) out of the country. The objects were never found and researchers question whether the Dorak treasure was real, stolen or a fabrication.
Volkswagen bet on Xpeng to save its China business. It's not going to plan
Volkswagen’s ID. UNYX 08 electric SUV sold poorly, achieving only 267 units per month since its launch. The automaker initially aimed for 3,622 monthly sales but consistently missed this target. Local competitors have gained an advantage by offering advanced technology at lower prices, which has hindered Volkswagen's sales efforts. Despite these challenges, Volkswagen continues to pursue aggressive sales goals for the upcoming UNYX 09 sedan.
Halle Berry custody battle: Actress opposes son Maceo, 13, testifying in court as judge approves his appearance at October 16 hearing
Halle Berry's custody battle with ex-husband Olivier Martinez got intensified, before a court hearing on October 16 that will involve their 13-year-old son, Maceo. A Los Angeles Superior Court judge ruled that the teen can testify in proceedings related to a restraining order, but only on the issue of that request. Berry has denied Martinez's allegations regarding physical abuse and questioned the appropriateness of their son appearing in court.
Saket court dismisses CJP leader Ratna Singh's plea seeking FIR against police over alleged restraint
Saket Court recently dismissed an application from Ratna Singh seeking an FIR against police personnel. The court stated that the application lacked an appropriate affidavit and did not specify any public servant. Singh claimed she was wrongfully confined while attempting to attend a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The court found that her allegations pertained to cognizable offences, which were not addressed correctly in the application.
‘What ‘no palm oil’ labels tell consumers and what they don’t
India cannot spend Rs 11,040 crore building a domestic oil palm economy while allowing brands to turn the same crop into a warning sign. The cost of that contradiction will be paid by smallholders.
SC orders enhanced beat patrolling in Delhi, verification of public transport vehicles' drivers
The Supreme Court has mandated enhanced beat patrolling in Delhi, particularly near educational institutions. It emphasized strict verification of drivers and assistants in public transport vehicles to increase safety. Additionally, the Court called for monitoring through dedicated control room command centres for effective crime response. Citizens are encouraged to report grievances, and regular engagement meetings will be instituted by the police.
Inside Hollywood's biggest plot twist: How Paramount closed $110 billion Warner Bros deal to create Skydance
Paramount Skydance finalized its acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery for $110 billion after a prolonged bidding war. Following the merger, shares of Skydance began trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker 'SKYD'. The deal faced scrutiny and opposition from various Hollywood figures and state attorneys general concerned about job losses. Regulators permitted the transaction despite legal challenges, including lawsuits from the Writers Guild of America.
Supreme Court seeks responses from CEC Gyanesh Kumar, ECI officials over plea on decision-making procedure
The Supreme Court has sought replies from Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and officials of the Election Commission of India (ECI) regarding their decision-making methods. Allegations of unilateral actions, stemming from a newspaper report, prompted the court's request. Highlighting the need for adherence to the proper statutory protocols, the court stated that decisions lacking majority consensus must be substantiated by the ECI.
No verdict, no final ruling: What happens next in the Lindsay Clancy murder case as lawyers fight over a retrial
Lindsay Clancy's murder trial concluded without a verdict and has entered a new legal phase. The court is now weighing arguments regarding the possibility of a retrial or case dismissal. Clancy's defense is challenging the nature of the mistrial and the conduct of the jury. Prosecutors have not yet decided on pursuing another trial or seeking a plea agreement.
Landlord wanted to start law office, sought tenant’s eviction; Delhi HC upheld it for this reason
Tenant ordered to evict as landlord wants to open a law office and proved his bona fide need in Delhi High Court. In this case the landlord's grandfather gave it on rent but his family members needed the property to open a law office as there were three lawyers in their family.
In Brazil, frustration over cost of living undermines Lula's reelection bid
Kleyton Zacarioto, a butcher, expresses frustration with high food prices impacting household budgets ahead of elections. Incumbent President Lula highlights improving economic indicators like falling unemployment amidst voter dissatisfaction. Senator Flavio Bolsonaro argues that the economy has worsened, stating that families are financially strained. Lula's recent measures to boost disposable income have had little effect on voter sentiment.
'I eat politicians for breakfast': TN Seshan’s famous words are back amid SIR controversy; when the former CEC challenged the Centre & fought EC power battle
The phrase “I eat politicians for breakfast”, famously associated with former Chief Election Commissioner TN Seshan, is back in focus amid the latest controversy over the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. The debate has renewed attention on past instances of differences within the poll panel, including Seshan’s 1993 legal battle against the appointment of two Election Commissioners and Ashok Lavasa’s dissent over Model Code of Conduct complaints during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
Delhi HC directs police to decide on bank unions' protest site ahead of Sept 28-30 strike
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court mandated police to locate a new site for the protest organized by bank employees, due by September 28, following the rejection of the Jantar Mantar application. The United Forum of Bank Unions has organized a nationwide strike from September 28 to 30, set to disrupt services across the nation, while pushing for a five-day work week and improved pension plans.
8-year-old Washington girl found dead floating in overflowing bathtub after neighbor reports water leak; mother faces serious charges
A Washington mother has been charged with multiple felonies following the tragic discovery of her daughter in a bathtub. Reports indicate that Johnson left her child unattended to go to work. After a water leak was reported by a neighbor, emergency services found the young girl unresponsive. Johnson stated she tried to reach her sister for help, but had no cell service.
India probes LG, Samsung over alleged tariff evasion on imported OLED TV parts
India is investigating LG Electronics and Samsung for allegedly paying lower tariffs on imported display parts of high-end TVs, five sources told Reuters, putting under scrutiny the premium entertainment devices both South Korean giants
How one email cost a 77-year-old retiree $390,000 and his retirement plans
Jeffrey Maas, a 77-year-old retiree, lost his life savings after falling for a scam. He received a fake email about an antivirus charge that led to a phone call with a scammer. Maas was manipulated into believing he had to buy gold to reverse a fraudulent deposit. He filed a lawsuit against his bank and the precious metals dealer for negligence.
‘Vote chori’ is treason, Rahul Gandhi says; Opposition targets EC over SIR report
Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP, RSS, and Election Commission of treason regarding electoral roll manipulations. Allegations arose after reports indicated dissent among Election Commissioners concerning procedural decisions. Abhishek Manu Singhvi criticized the Chief Election Commission's leadership as misleading and harmful to democracy. Additionally, Arvind Kejriwal and Abhishek Banerjee called for the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner and an investigation.
Trump and Xi see tensions flare over AI, trade and Iran but still seek stability
Trump and Xi are set to meet in Washington as the US-China relationship remains marked by intense competition over AI, trade and technology. The leaders are expected to seek stability rather than a major breakthrough, with Iran, Taiwan and tariffs also on the agenda.
Behind the Modi-Xi border thaw, India's dependence on Chinese imports, especially rare earths, keeps deepening
India faces a significant trade deficit with China, importing substantially more goods than it exports. Chinese firms offer superior price and tech competitiveness, impacting Indian industries. India relies heavily on China for critical inputs like rare earths, affecting various sectors.
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