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Katt Williams Wins Legal Battle Over $1.7M Assault Lawsuit 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Katt Williams scored a major legal victory after beating a $1.7 million default judgment against him in a case brought by a woman who sued him for assault and battery back in 2016. 

Angelina Triplett-Hill filed a federal lawsuit against Williams in 2016, alleging he violently beat her on a film set while she was working as his personal assistant in 2014. She claims he struck her multiple times in the face, causing her to hit the ground and rendering her unconscious. Triplett-Hill claims the alleged attack caused severe injuries that left her hospitalized.  

A judge eventually awarded a default judgment of $1.7 million in Triplett-Hill’s favor after Williams allegedly ducked the suit.  

However, Williams’ attorney, Jeremiah Reynolds, persuaded Judge Christina Snyder to vacate the judgment, but the judge wanted the case settled. 

“Katt said he did nothing wrong and would never pay the woman a cent,” Reynolds said in a statement. “He accepted the risks and understood that the plaintiff would try to play on sympathy at trial to ask for even more money.” 

As reported by popular social media account lawyersforworkers, Williams’s attorney argued that neither police nor hospital records show evidence of Triplett-Hill’s alleged injuries. Additionally, they claimed the alleged victim wasn’t working for Williams and produced his real assistant in court and won the case. 

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Williams’ attorney continued, “At trial, we argued that the plaintiff had created a false narrative of working for Katt as his assistant and faked the incident. The plaintiff tried to play on the jurors’ emotions, supposed “power imbalances,” and did everything she could to try to bring in irrelevant and prejudicial evidence about Katt. Judge Snyder excluded it all.” 

Monica Praises Young Dro After Rapper’s Friend Laughs About Addiction Battle In Viral Interview 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Young Dro is receiving love for sharing his substance abuse story in a candid interview that went viral after an associate laughed at the rapper discussing his and his daughter’s drug addiction.  

Dro and T.I. sat down for an interview with “The Breakfast Club” on Monday (October 14).  Comedian K Dubb kept laughing as Dro opened up about his addiction struggles, continuing even when Dro admitted that he overdosed and revealed his daughter was also on drugs. 

“Aye, you finna get slapped,” Young Dro told K Dubb, sitting on the couch behind them. “I mean, we cool, but I’ll slap the s### outcha ‘bout that … I’m just telling you.” 

However, T.I. prevented a fight from breaking out, immediately stepping in to de-escalate the situation. Thankfully, the intervention worked, and Young Dro was able to explain how he beat his drug addiction. 

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Dro was widely praised online by social media users applauding him for his honesty, including fellow Georgia native and R&B songstress Monica.  

“We are all proud of you sharing your story, and your sobriety with the world in the hopes of saving lives!” she wrote on her Instagram Story. “You have always been a talented force! Many can’t see you but that another conversation! Just know the home team is proud!” 

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Fans Show Love To Young Dro & T.I.

Fans also showed love in the Instagram comment section of Young Dro’s interview clip.  

“Once he mentioned his daughter being on drugs, the laughter should have stopped,” said one fan while another urged, “Evaluate your circle! He laughed at your testimony the whole time then tried to blow your interview by pushing your buttons …. Whew, place him accordingly after this one.” 

T.I. was also praised for stepping in, with one person writing, “Shout out to TI for checking buddy. It was funny the first time but laughing at this man and his addiction especially while mentioning his children.. come on now that was wrong.” 

Meanwhile, K-Dubb, who appears in T.I.’s Da ‘Partments indie hood comedy movie, was unmoved. He reposted serval reactions to the interview, including one comment calling him “funny [as f###].”  

Bow Wow Catches Heat Over Claims Diddy’s Legal Woes Ruined Celeb Party Scene 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Bow Wow is facing backlash after commenting on the apparent void left in the industry and the lack of parties as Sean “Diddy” Combs fights racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking charges alongside multiple lawsuits accusing him of sexual assault. 

During a recent interview, Bow Wow claimed Diddy was “like the gatekeeper to the game,” and believes the industry is reeling amid his absence.  

“BET award weekend, like the past two, they just didn’t feel right,” he said on the “More To The Story” podcast with Rocsi Diaz. “There was no motion, there was no parties. There was nowhere to go.” 

Bow Wow also recalled a conversation with Jermaine Dupri about the “hole” in the industry and their shock at Diddy’s arrest.  

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However, his remarks didn’t go down well with social media users, many of whom claimed Bow Wow’s remarks were shockingly out of touch in light of the allegations Diddy faces. 

“I bet a lot of celebs just wanna continue partying with Diddy and don’t gaf about victims,” one person tweeted. “Bow Wow just the one celeb tone deaf enough to say it out loud.” 

Some questioned if Bow Wow could “read the room” and joked he was experiencing “freakoff withdrawals,” while another user pointed out, “PEOPLE WERE GETTING DRUGGED & RAPED.” 

“Poor thing got that Stockholm syndrome,” one person said. “‘Cause he been around the diddler since he was like 12.” 

Diddy Faces Fresh Allegations In Multiple New Lawsuits

Meanwhile, Bow Wow’s remarks were followed by six new lawsuits accusing Diddy of sexual assault filed by Tony Buzbee’s law firm on Monday (October 14). The lawsuits include one man accusing the fallen mogul and his associates of gang rape, another man claiming he was pistol-whipped and forced to give Diddy oral sex and a third who claimed Diddy assaulted him when he was just 16 years old.  

Diddy’s lawyers denied the allegations.  

“The press conference and 1-800 number that preceded today’s barrage of filings were clear attempts to garner publicity,” they said. “In court, the truth will prevail: that Mr. Combs has never sexually assaulted anyone—adult or minor, man or woman.” 

Diddy is charged with sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution. His trial is scheduled to begin in May 2025. 

Check out some other reactions to Bow Wow’s comments about Diddy below.

EXCLUSIVE: Diddy Accused Of Violent Rape At “One More Chance” Music Video Party  

By: London JennnCategory: News

Sean “Diddy” Combs was accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a lawsuit filed by Tony Buzbee’s law firm on Monday (October 14). According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, a Jane Doe accuser claimed Diddy beat and raped her during a party for the music video for “One More Chance” by Notorious B.I.G. in New York in 1995. 

Jane Doe claims Diddy asked to speak to her privately and took her to a bathroom where she expected an “innocent conversation.” Doe says Diddy began kissing her, leaving her “uncomfortable and confused.” She claims Diddy “advanced aggressively,” when asked to slow down.  

“When Plaintiff attempted to pull away, he violently struck her, slamming her head against the wall and causing her to fall to the floor,” the filing states. “Disoriented and in pain, Plaintiff tried to escape, but Combs hit her again, making it nearly impossible for her to move.  Combs then lifted her dress and raped her vaginally while she lay helpless on the floor. Plaintiff tried to resist, but her injuries and shock left her powerless.” 

Once the alleged attack was over, Doe claims Diddy threatened her, saying, “You better not tell anyone about this, or you will disappear.” Scared for her life, Doe remained in the bathroom “in a state of shock, fear, and shame” and in “intense pain” from the blows.  

She eventually left the bathroom and the party. Doe “kept the assault secret, fearing retaliation from Combs and Combs Business.” 

Jane Doe sought damages for physical injuries, emotional distress, psychological harm, anxiety, humiliation, physical and emotional pain and suffering, family and social disruption, and other harm. 

Diddy Denies Allegations: “The Truth Will Prevail”

The lawsuit was one of at least six filed by Buzbee’s law firm on Monday. Diddy’s lawyers denied the allegations. 

“The press conference and 1-800 number that preceded today’s barrage of filings were clear attempts to garner publicity,” they said. “Mr. Combs and his legal team have full confidence in the facts, their legal defenses, and the integrity of the judicial process. In court, the truth will prevail: that Mr. Combs has never sexually assaulted anyone—adult or minor, man or woman.” 

Diddy remains behind bars at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn following his arrest for sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution in September. His trial is scheduled to begin in May 2025. 

Man Claims Diddy Forced Him Into Van For “Traumatic” Drug-Induced Sex

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

A security worker claimed he was drugged and sexually assaulted by Sean “Diddy” Combs in August 2006. According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, attorney Tony Buzbee’s client sued Diddy for an alleged rape inside a van parked at the mogul’s East Hamptons property.

John Doe said he accepted a last-minute security job for an event hosted by Diddy. The plaintiff allegedly became Diddy’s victim after drinking drug-laced drinks at the party.

“As the event progressed, Combs targeted plaintiff and provided him with two alcoholic drinks throughout the night,” John Doe’s attorneys wrote. “After consuming the second drink, plaintiff began to feel extremely ill and leaned against his truck for support … Combs, by himself or through his agents/employees, previously laced the drink with drugs, including but not limited to GHB and/or ecstasy. This behavior towards plaintiff mimics a pattern of Combs and his agents/employees drugging unsuspecting victims in order to make it easier for Combs to sexually assault that person. Unfortunately, plaintiff was one such victim. A photograph of an exemplary container used by Combs and/or his agents/employees to insert GHB into alcoholic drinks is seen below.”

Diddy allegedly checked on John Doe after supplying the security worker with two drinks. The plaintiff believed Diddy was genuinely concerned but there were ulterior motives, per the lawsuit.

“[John Doe] soon found himself being forcibly pushed into an open van by Combs, an act that left him in considerable pain,” his lawyers wrote. “Once inside the van, plaintiff was held down by Combs, who overpowered him while he struggled to escape due to the effects of the drugs in his system. In a horrific turn of events, Combs sexually assaulted plaintiff by inserting his penis into plaintiff’s a### and sodomizing him, all the while dismissing plaintiff’s pleas for help by repeatedly saying, ‘You’ll be alright.’”

The alleged victim struggled to leave the party due to the drugs in his system. He “experienced a disturbing sensation as a lubricant-like fluid leaked from him.” John Doe informed his security firm’s supervisor what happened when he finally got home.

“Upon arriving home and showering, plaintiff noticed more semen discharge, which intensified his feelings of violation and revulsion,” the lawsuit noted. “In the aftermath of the assault, plaintiff struggled with intense emotional pain and mental health issues, feeling disgusted and deeply depressed. Plaintiff has experienced a significant impact on his personal life; he has never married and often struggles to maintain relationships due to the assault.”

John Doe sued Diddy for violating New York City’s Victims of Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Act. The Bad Boy Records founder’s lawyers denied the allegations.

“The press conference and 1-800 number that preceded today’s barrage of filings were clear attempts to garner publicity,” Diddy’s attorneys contended. “Mr. Combs and his legal team have full confidence in the facts, their legal defenses, and the integrity of the judicial process. In court, the truth will prevail: that Mr. Combs has never sexually assaulted anyone—adult or minor, man or woman.”

Diddy was indicted for racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution in September. He remains in jail awaiting trial.

Trippie Redd Blames Leakers For Unreleased Projects Amid Leaked Justin Bieber Collab

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: Rumors

Trippie Redd went “Dark Knight Dummo” on Twitter in a rant over his music being leaked over-and-over again.

On Monday (October 14), the Ohio rap innovator sounded off in a series of tweets after a fan page appeared to share unreleased music from his vault without his consent. While it appeared as though the page meant no harm, and was actually questioning when the song would be released, Trippie took the utmost offense to the query — which sent him down a wrecking path on his fans’ timelines.

“Stop leaking my music!” Trippie Redd exclaimed in a quoted reply to the fan page sharing a snippet of an unreleased song questioning why it wasn’t ever released. “Leaking old songs too…….. get a life.”

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Trippie’s frustrations continued to boil over as he was seemingly taunted by the same fan page, @ReddFiles, which shared a leaked version of a collab between the “F##k Love” rapper and Justin Bieber presumed to be titled “I’d Say.” Of course, he responded with anger, essentially blaming the account should the collab fail to drop, or flop upon release.

“If i don’t get another song with beiber yall fault wtf,” he wrote in the tweet. In another bombshell tweet, Trippie added, “My last 4 albums leaked a week before it came out. Don’t yall get tired of doing that s##t.”

Seemingly at his wit’s end, Trippie revealed how the rollout of his 2023 album MANSION MUSIK was apparently foiled by leakers while venting about the situation overall.

“Only reason mansion music wasn’t a 2 part album is cuz yall leak all the songs at once so i had to rush it out,” he wrote before adding. “Ts annoying atp.”

Despite blowing his top on Twitter over leaks, Trippie ended up switching social media platforms and jumped on Instagram to promote his collaboration with late Chicago rapper Juice WRLD. In a post he shared with a teaser of the video, which he directed in partnership with well-known music video director Dotcomnirvan, Trippie showed love to his fallen rap counterpart by saluting him with the slogan elevated by his loyal fanbase and 999 following.

“@juicewrld999 I love you kid ;( video directed by me & @dotcomnirvan. LLJW THE PARTY NEVER ENDS !” Trippie wrote in the caption of the post.

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Diddy Accused Of Inspecting Minor’s Genitals As “Rite Of Passage”

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Sean “Diddy” Comb was accused of sexually assaulting a minor in a lawsuit filed by Tony Buzbee’s law firm on Monday (October 14). According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, a John Doe said he was molested at one of Diddy’s white parties in the Hamptons.

John Doe was invited to Diddy’s party through a mutual connection in 1998. The alleged victim, who was 16 years old at the time, saw it as his chance to break into the music industry.

The plaintiff met Diddy at the party and took a photo with the Bad Boy Records founder. Diddy allegedly “took an interest in John Doe and wanted to talk to him.” They went to a more private area and discussed John Doe’s career prospects. They engaged in what John Doe called a “pleasant conversation” before an “unexpected turn.”

“Combs abruptly told John Doe that he needed to drop his pants,” the alleged victim’s lawyers wrote. “John Doe, caught completely off guard, confusingly asked Combs to repeat himself. Combs made himself clear. He instructed John Doe to drop his pants and expose his penis so that Combs could inspect it, explaining it was a rite of passage and the route to becoming a star, and also as a way to prove himself. ‘Don’t you want to break into the business?’ Doe immediately felt uncomfortable, froze and did not know what to do. Combs remained calm and stood in front of him and stretched out his hand in a cupped position. Out of fear, anxiety and the imbalanced power dynamic between himself and Combs, John Doe then dropped his pants and exposed his penis as Combs previously instructed.”

The attorneys continued, “Combs moved closer and grabbed John Doe’s penis and genitals with his hand. He firmly cupped and held onto John Doe’s genitals for an extended period of time. During this time, Combs moved his hand in such a fashion to manipulate John Doe’s genitals, squeezing and feeling them. Doe was only sixteen. Combs abruptly then let go of John Doe’s genitals and told him that his people would be in touch. Combs continued with his party as if nothing had happened, but for John Doe, everything had changed. John Doe eventually recognized Combs sexually assaulted him by and through his power and influence over John Doe because he knew John Doe wanted to become a star.”

John Doe was afraid to report what happened due to Diddy’s power and notoriety. The plaintiff said he still experiences humiliation and shame over the incident.

Diddy’s lawyers denied the allegations.

“The press conference and 1-800 number that preceded today’s barrage of filings were clear attempts to garner publicity,” they said. “Mr. Combs and his legal team have full confidence in the facts, their legal defenses, and the integrity of the judicial process. In court, the truth will prevail: that Mr. Combs has never sexually assaulted anyone—adult or minor, man or woman.”

The alleged victim sought damages for pain and suffering, mental anguish, physical impairment and emotional torment. John Doe sued Diddy for violating New York City’s Victims of Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Act.

Diddy was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution in September. His trial is scheduled to begin in May 2025.

Diddy’s Bodyguards Accused Of Pistol Whipping Man & Forcing Oral Sex

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

A former advisor for Ecko Clothing sued Sean “Diddy” Combs for violating New York City’s Victims of Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Act on Monday (October 14). According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, the lawsuit accused Diddy of oral rape. The alleged victim filed the complaint as John Doe.

“On or around May 2008, plaintiff was in the stockroom at Macy’s flagship store at Herald Square in Manhattan when Combs and three of his bodyguards entered the stockroom,” his attorneys wrote. “Plaintiff came upon Combs and his bodyguards at a ‘T’ junction in the stockroom where plaintiff had very little room to maneuver. Combs was flanked by two large bodyguards to the left and one large bodyguard to the right. Immediately after turning a corner in the stockroom, plaintiff was hit hard around the base of the neck, possibly with a pistol. The blow forced plaintiff to his hands and knees. As plaintiff looked up, he saw that each of the bodyguards had guns in their waistbands. Plaintiff heard multiple voices call out things like ‘I’ll kill you.’”

The lawyers continued, “Combs approached plaintiff while plaintiff was still on his hands and knees and said ‘Suck my dick, Ecko,’ referring to the clothing line that plaintiff worked for. Combs thereafter forced his penis into plaintiff’s mouth and proceeded to forcefully, and brutally, o##### rape the plaintiff. Combs continued for at least two minutes until e##########. While o##### raping plaintiff, Combs grabbed plaintiff’s hair and made derogatory comments like ‘You like that, white boy?’”

The lawsuit claimed Diddy said something to the effect ‘shut up or I’ll kill you’ after finishing his attack. He left the stockroom and started passing out merchandise to a crowd in Macy’s. The alleged victim tried to report the assault to the store’s security but never received any help.

John Doe said Macy’s eventually refused to let him return to their Herald Square store. Roughly three weeks later, Macy’s CEO allegedly pressured Ecko to fire John Doe because the retailer signed a multi-million dollar deal with Diddy’s Sean John brand. Ecko fired the plaintiff.

“Plaintiff … believes that the report of the assault was destroyed or otherwise purged from Macy’s records, and no action was ever taken as a result of the report,” attorneys wrote. “Plaintiff ultimately had to move out of New York. Plaintiff still fears for his life as a result of the incident and the threats made against him on that day, including the fact that plaintiff was known to Combs by way of his work with rival clothing company Ecko.”

John Doe sought undisclosed damages. He is one of the multiple people suing Diddy after the Hip-Hop mogul was indicted for racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution.

T.I. & Young Dro Interview Goes Sideways Following Drug Addiction Jokes

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

T.I. prevented a fight from breaking out during his Breakfast Club interview on Monday (October 14). T.I. intervened when a member of his entourage laughed at Young Dro talking about drug addiction on the radio show.

“All these things happened,” Young Dro said. “The overdose. My daughter was on drugs. And career-wise, I wasn’t where I wanted to be.”

Young Dro reached his breaking point when a comedian named K Dubb kept giggling over the rapper’s addiction struggles.

“Aye, you finna get slapped,” Young Dro told K Dubb. “I mean, we cool, but I’ll slap the s### outcha ‘bout that … I’m just telling you.”

K Dubb responded, “You ain’t gon’ slap me now.”

Young Dro fired back, “Whatchu wanna do?”

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T.I. sprang into action, calming down his longtime collaborator before focusing on K Dubb.

“Hey, listen,” T.I. said sternly, pointing at K Dubb. “Both of y’all. All y’all. Everybody came in the m########### with me. Aye, look, everybody came in the m########### with me. Aye, look, remember who you came in with. Remember what we doing here, man. C’mon, man. Aye, get this s### together, bruh.”

T.I.’s warning stopped the verbal spat from spiraling out of control. It also allowed Young Dro to continue discussing how he overcame his drug addiction.

“All these things happened to where it made me want to actually seek something better,” he said. “So, when I took myself to rehab out in L.A., did a couple months out there. And it was cool. I got back out and I was still tempted to live that kind of life. But I saw what was in front of me and I was like, ‘This is more valuable than what’s behind me.’”

T.I. is scheduled to perform at 96.1 The Beat’s Jingle Ball in Atlanta on December 19. He claims it will be his final live performance.

Ka, Acclaimed Rapper & Roc Marciano Collaborator, Dead At 52

By: Justin IveyCategory: News

Independent Hip-Hop stalwart Ka, known for his DIY approach to music, passed away on Saturday (October 12). The late rapper’s loved ones disclosed his death via a statement on Monday (October 14).

“We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Kaseem Ryan (1972-2024), the rapper and producer known as Ka, who died unexpectedly in New York City on October 12, at the age of 52,” the statement read. “Born and raised in Brownsville, Brooklyn, Ka lived a life of service—to his city, to his community and to his music. As a 20-year veteran of the New York City Fire Department, he put his life on the life to protect his fellow citizens. Ka rose to the rank of FDNY captain and was a first responder on September 11, 2001 during the attacks on the World Trade Center. He leaves an extraordinary legacy as a recording artist, including eleven remarkable self-released solo albums. Ka is survived by his wife, mother and sister. We kindly ask that the privacy of Ka’s family and loved ones be respected as they grieve this incalculable loss.”

Ka, also known as Brownsville Ka, was a member of the ‘90s underground rap group Natural Elements. He left Natural Elements and largely flew under the radar until his career found a second life as a solo artist over the last 15 years or so.

The late artist reemerged in 2008 with his solo debut Iron Works and a guest appearance on GZA’s album Pro Tools. Ka developed more of a following in the underground rap scene thanks to two critically acclaimed albums – 2012’s Grief Pedigree and 2013’s The Night’s Gambit – and his collaborations with Roc Marciano.

Ka continued to release much-lauded albums over the past decade, typically using a direct-to-consumer model before making them available on streaming platforms. His most recent work, The Thief Next to Jesus, dropped in August through his website before getting a wider release in September.

Diddy And Associates Accused Of Gang Raping Man

By: Grouchy Greg Watkins (@GrouchyGreg)Category: News

The lawsuits against Sean “Diddy” Combs are starting to roll in thanks to attorney Tony Buzbee.

This time Diddy is being sued by a man who worked for a company called Royal Reigns Management.

John Doe claims he attended a party hosted by Diddy in October of 2021.

According to John Doe, multiple well-known artists attended the party, where drugs were being passed around.

John Doe claims he was offered what he was told was ecstasy by some of Diddy’s associates which he refused.

However, he did have one drink – which was allegedly laced with a powerful drug, becaue the man claims he became disoriented, and the room started spinning.

As John Doe attempted to leave the situation and find a safe space, a male voice told him to “hold on” and offered to help him.

The next thing he remembers is being in a bedroom.

“Despite being vaguely aware of his surroundings, he could not move, speak, or fight back. Plaintiff was paralyzed – feeling as if he was trapped in his own body. Multiple men began to sexually assault him through sodomy and other forced acts,” Buzbee explained.

John Doe claims he recalled seeing Diddy above him, naked lduring the assault.

He claims he was sodomized by at least three men.

According to John Doe, he could feel a difference in the size of the men, while he was being sodomized, which further confirmed there were multiple attackers.

“Combs used his titles and authority conferred by the Combs Business, including as CEO, Founder, and Chairman to facilitate and perpetuate the violent assault on Plaintiff, and to intimidate and force Plaintiff to keep quiet in subsequent years,” Buzbee alleged.

John Doe is still in therapy, attempting to recover from the trauma he experienced that night.

John Doe is suing for assault and battery, rape, criminal sexual assault and aggravated sexual abuse.

The latest lawsuit against Diddy is one of at least 100, that Tony Buzbee promised his firm would be bringing against the disgraced mogul.

Diddy is currently charged with three counts, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution.

According to prosecutors, between 2008 and the present, Diddy threatened, abused and coerced women and others into a variety of crimes.

He’s also accused of other crimes, such as kidnapping, arson, bribery and obstruction of justice.

Diddy is currently being held without bond at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.

Diddy Sued For Allegedly Assaulting Woman Under Threat Of Violence In Latest Jane Doe Lawsuit

By: Devon JeffersonCategory: News

Diddy has been targeted in yet another sexual assault lawsuit by an unidentified woman who’s being represented by the same lawyer handling cases for 120 other accusers, Tony Buzbee.

On Monday (October 15), TMZ reported that a new Jane Doe lawsuit had been filed against Diddy over an alleged incident that occurred in 2004. The woman claims she was just 19 years old and a freshman at a Brooklyn college at the time of the incident. Diddy reportedly threatened the woman with violence in order to carry out the assault, according to the lawsuit.

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The suit states that Doe was invited to Diddy’s photoshoot near her college campus, which she attended with a friend. After the photoshoot, they agreed to attend an after-party at a Marriott hotel in Manhattan. The woman claims she and her friend were forcibly taken into a separate room by a member of Diddy’s entourage after mingling briefly with guests.

When she questioned the man, he reportedly responded, “You know what you are here for.”

The lawsuit alleges that once inside, Diddy locked the door, provided them with drinks and pressured them to use cocaine that was laid out on a coffee table. The woman says she refused the drugs and as Diddy became increasingly aggressive, he began touching her and her friend without their consent. When they resisted, she claims Diddy ordered her friend to perform oral sex on him, threatening to kill them both if she didn’t comply. The woman alleges her friend complied while she pleaded with Diddy to let them leave.

Diddy then allegedly turned his attention to Jane Doe, forcing her to undress under threat of violence and sexually assaulting her. She claims the door eventually opened and the security guard who had initially escorted them in entered the room, allowing her friend to escape. The woman says she remained trapped as Diddy was still on top of her.

The lawsuit also alleges that Diddy got off her to speak with the security guard, who then left the room with Diddy. Before leaving, Diddy allegedly threatened her, telling her to stay or face violence if she tried to escape. She claims she sat alone in the dark room for about 30 minutes until a different security guard entered and informed her she could leave. She says she gathered her belongings and immediately called a taxi back to her dormitory.

Buzbee plans to file lawsuits against other celebrities who were complicit in the Bad Boy Records mogul’s alleged crimes. Buzzbee also launched a hotline for accusers, which he claims received over 12,000 calls within the first 24 hours of its operation. The latest lawsuit follows last week’s status conference in which a judge ordered Diddy to remained detained. Diddy’s trial date has been set for May 5.

Death Row Records Founder Harry-O Talks Politics, Redemption, Suge Knight And Snoop Dogg

By: Chuck Creekmur (@ChuckCreekmur)Category: Features

Harry O. The name rings bells.

Michael “Harry-O” Harris helped change the face of music as the co-founder of Death Row Records with Suge Knight. A South Central Los Angeles native, Harris made his in the drug trade during the crack-infested 1980s. Despite his 7-year run in the streets, Harris maintained an interest in the arts and entertainment.

In the early 1990s, Harris played a pivotal role in funding Death Row Records alongside Suge Knight, even though his connection to the brand was primarily financial and from behind the scenes. His influence helped the label become a dominant force, reshaping Hip-Hop forever. On other fronts, he worked with a young Denzel Washinton to bringing a play to Broadway, a revolutionary act at the time. Eventually, he’d wind up in jail, a 33-year commitment.

This interview brings together Chuck “Jigsaw” Creekmur and Grouchy Greg for an insightful conversation with Harry-O. Harry-O explains his transformative journey from incarceration to reentry, underscoring the mental preparation and self-education that ensured success. He also sheds light on how Donald Trump recognized his efforts but insists he’s riding with the hood. Harry-O tells Jigsaw and Grouchy about his thoughts on Suge Knight, Kamala Harris, and how he helped Denzel Washington launch his stellar career.

Chuck Jigsaw Creekmur: How have you readjusted? 33 years is a long time, and I would imagine a lot has definitely changed. How has your life been since you came home roughly three years ago? 

Harry-O: When you say readjusted, I think it’s different for different people. I mean, by that, I don’t mean I have no PhD on readjustment. I’m just saying that even before you readjust, you have to be somewhere. Mentally, you have to be prepared to reenter. And so that makes a difference. When it’s time to reenter how your readjustment goes. Once you get to a certain level of wisdom, you approach things differently. And so knowing that you’re going to come back home, praying that you come back home, you are always preparing to come back home. And so you have to educate yourself. I’m looking to connect and make things happen. Always been like that. 

Grouchy Greg: Now, I have a question for you. You bring up Opportunity Zones, which were introduced by Trump under the Trump administration. Do you have any leanings yet? Are you leaning towards him?

Harry-O: My concern is the community first and whoever supports that. I thanked Trump for letting me out. I done that. You know what I mean? Three years ago, I thanked him for that. I really meant that. I thank God every day for that. But when it comes to the community, I don’t play with that. So it’s about who has the policies or are willing to get behind policies that will affect our daily lives. 

Chuck Jigsaw Creekmur: What would you say are the demands that we should have for these political people? What are we asking for? 

Harry-O: The main thing is, and you know this, you can’t run a business without capital. You can have all the great ideas, but it’s going to take some resources to make Even the set up you guys have there happen. You can’t just sit around all day.  

Chuck Jigsaw Creekmur: No doubt, no doubt. I’m with you. So I wanted to shift gears just a little bit. Are you working on…I’m asking this very directly. Are you working on a story about your life? A movie really is what I’m thinking.

Harry-O: I’m going to break some news here. Of course, I’m working on my story, and it is funny because I’ve been working on it a long time. I got some people that stepped up and want to work with me on it and people that I’ve been working with for years and I respect their craft. And when it comes to how this story has to come out, because my story got different components to it, and you got to be careful not to glorify some of it, but you have to show the real. So you can’t show the real and not show the cautionary tale in that. So I got some people that you know that want to help produce and direct it.

Grouchy Greg: It got to be TDE, it got to be Top Dawg. It got to be Top Dawg. 

Harry-O: TDE, my folks too. But it’s people like Denzel, and we’ve been talking about doing some things, and my folks from Death Row, we got a documentary coming out, and it is going to be on the next level. It’s probably the most comprehensive documentary that’s ever been done about Death Row [Records]. And so I don’t really want to get all into it, but I just want you to know that it’s coming and it’s coming soon. It’s done. We just trying to figure out how we want to deliver it to the world. But that story is coming and I’ve just been blessed. I thank God for that to have people that feel that my story should be told. And we just trying to figure out should it be a series or which way it’s going to be because we got some pearls to drop. 

Chuck Jigsaw Creekmur: Yeah. Oh man. Now I got a million questions. So you famously gave Denzel his start on stage on Broadway. 

Harry-O: Yeah. I like to bring clarity to that because my guy [Denzel]…I don’t want [him] to show up there next week, and he is talking about [I started his career]. Know what I mean? So I just want to be clear, that’s my guy. I was blessed to work with him in the early days of his career. He was already acting and did a show or two, but we spent a couple of years together working on plays, and then that play actually was able to go to Broadway. So yeah, I was there in his early days and certain things parlayed from him being in that play. I think he started doing business with Spike Lee based on Spike coming to the play on Broadway and seeing him and they started working together. So yeah, it was a spark there.

Chuck Jigsaw Creekmur: Yeah, definitely. You and Death Row have a really complicated relationship.

Harry-O: Is there a better way to say that that’s the best way between the three of us? It’s crazy.

Chuck Jigsaw Creekmur: Isn’t one of the first things you did when you came home was get back right with the company because now Snoop owns it.

Harry-O: Yeah, we sat down at the time. We just talked about how we can collectively get it back. And it was just because I just feel like too many times we create companies and we just, like you say, should fought that. And we went into bankruptcy and got lost for years. So we just thought it was a chance to bring it back home, build it up, bring the family back, and for everybody can get their flowers.

It was something that was created with my investment years ago. I had decisions to make when you’re behind the walls, money started to disappear, so you got to make a sacrifice. I made a sacrifice to make sure that that company did what it did. And then once it started doing what it do, now everybody believes in it now. So big boys come in and they want to take it. They want and they got different ways they take it. You know what I mean? It is yours, but it’s not really yours. We can break that down. Where they come in and put in monies and distribution systems and just surround your IP [intellectual property].

And if people stop thinking like we did in the beginning, then they’re able to divide us and conquer us. And so Death Row is just a whole different story all by itself. You what I mean? Because Death Row should have been a multi-billion dollar company. And Godfather Entertainment actually was a parent company.

Chuck Jigsaw Creekmur: The irony that Suge is doing 30 years as you come home after doing 30 years, is crazy. How do you feel about the whole Suge situation? While you were locked up for 30 years, they basically took the company from you and then as you come home, he’s doing 30 years and you take the company back.

Harry-O: I had talks with him over the years when we was fighting and I would be like, man, what is this about? Why is this even happening, man? I mean, is this the legacy we want to lead to our families that we couldn’t figure this out, that we had to fight this out when we know how all this started? And then some people, they don’t see it until it’s too late and tragic.

Chuck Jigsaw Creekmur: Suge has a jailhouse podcast now and he talked about you this summer. I don’t want to speak for him, but the title of that particular podcast was “Dirty Harry.” And I didn’t fully understand why you would be mentioned, but he’s basically reminiscing on old stuff and Death Row is one of those things.

Harry-O: I’m just glad I wasn’t that guy when I was in prison. You what I mean, I always try to keep it positive. I always try. I try not to get into a name-calling. And especially about untruths. I mean I kept it 100 man. When I was in prison, man, whatever my cases were, I took responsibility for them. I did my time. I never put nobody in prison. I never spoke on nobody else. I never said it was this person’s fault, that person fault. I did my time. And while I was in there, it changed my life.

Some people can’t handle prison, and they can’t handle their loss. Everybody has their own karma. I have mines and everybody got their karma. So I don’t really talk about what other people went through or going through, you know what I mean? It’s like I, I’m trying to figure out how to make something work. You know what I mean? How can we work together and not get caught up in this bullsh#t? And I hate that. I hate to hear that. I saw what you’re talking about and it just like when you listen to it, it just like rambling. Keep your name, bro.

Chuck Jigsaw Creekmur : I guess they were just trying to get a rise out of people or trying to get people to listen or whatever, but But respectfully, you’re right.

Harry-O: I know that I changed and I pray that he changed. I pray that he changed, but that’s going to be up to him. Only God can open your heart up to be who you need to be. You know what I mean? And then prison ain’t no joke. You know what I mean? So, especially at this age, it’s a different thing. And like I say, he was out there. Death Row is one of them situations that everything about it made it what it was. Does that make sense?

Grouchy Greg: Yeah.

Harry-O: Like Suge Knight did what he did. And Dr. Dre did what he did coming out of NWA. Snoop Dogg got introduced to the game, D.O.C., Warren G, Dogg Pound, Jewel, [Lady of] Rage. So many people helped build this company and not just one person. I think it just got promoted as it was one person’s effort. And anytime I see revisionist history where people try to say this person and this person, only thing that matters, that’s disheartening to me because how could you forget the family that helped create everything that is. And so that’s what it is.

And we done lost the Nate Dogg and we done lost Tupac unnecessarily. We lost great artists that everybody pumped in everything they had. No one person could say I did that.

Aoki Lee Simmons Quits Modeling Over “Annoying” Comparisons To Mom Kimora

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Aoki Lee Simmons announced her intention to leave the modeling world after repeatedly being told she doesn’t meet the industry’s beauty standards.

In a candid Instagram video shared over the weekend, the daughter of Kimora Lee Simmons and Russell Simmons said, “I think I’m probably wrapping up modeling soon… It’s hard to go somewhere and get told over, over and over, ‘No, no, no, you’re not pretty enough,’ that’s not a fun time… it’s a hard industry.”

Simmons, a Harvard graduate, reflected on the difficulty of constantly being compared to her mother, an iconic fashion figure who rose to prominence as a teenager with high-profile brands like Chanel, Fendi, and Valentino.

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“It feels like one big fat comparison all the time,” she said. “Like, OK, not as good. I get that. My mom is always going to be a way better model than me. But it’s just annoying to have that comparison sometimes.”

Kimora Lee Simmons had a stellar modeling career, walking the biggest runways and gracing the covers of top fashion magazines like Bazaar and Elle.

Aoki, however, seems eager to step away from the shadow of her mother’s legacy and carve out her own path.

Adding to her decision to step back from modeling, Aoki also told her followers that she did not secure a spot in the upcoming Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.

Still, she remains optimistic about future opportunities, noting that she is already exploring her options outside fashion.

Having earned her degree in international relations from Harvard, she is now pivoting toward a potential career in the government sector.

Derek “Big D” Pearson: Shaping the Future of Independent Artists in 2024

By: Brxton LeeCategory: Music News

The music industry is an ever-evolving space, with labels merging, new trends emerging, and independent artists rising to claim their piece of the pie. In this shifting landscape, a familiar name has stepped out with renewed purpose: Derek “Big D the Weatherman” Pearson.

After an illustrious career at Roc Nation, which recently decided to fold its label in August, Pearson found himself at a crossroads. But rather than dwell on the changes, he chose to seize control of his future, launching his own venture—Implify Creative Group.

Guided by his deep faith and relentless passion for the music industry, Pearson’s new company, Implify Creative Group, aims to empower independent artists who are often left without a roadmap. Pearson recognized a growing problem: while more artists are seeking independence, many lack the knowledge and guidance needed to effectively navigate the industry’s complexities. As he put it, “Too many artists are throwing darts aimlessly, missing key steps along the way.”

With Implify Creative Group, Pearson combines his decades of experience in Marketing, Promotion, and Artist Development to provide a robust suite of services tailored specifically for independent artists. The firm specializes in:

What Implify Creative Group Offers

  • Artist Development: Helping artists cultivate their identity, sound, and image in ways that resonate with both the industry and fans.
  • Digital Marketing: Strategically positioning artists on platforms to increase visibility, engagement, and growth in the digital realm.
  • Product Management: Offering a full-service approach to launching and managing artists’ projects, ensuring they make the most impact.

A Career Built on Experience and Passion

Pearson’s journey in the music industry began in 1996 at Geffen Records, where he laid the foundation for a successful career. He then moved on to Universal Republic and Cash Money Records, gaining valuable experience and insights into the inner workings of the industry. Following this, he joined Empire Music & Distribution, one of the most influential independent distribution platforms, where he served as a Radio Promotions & Lifestyle Marketing Consultant.

During his time at EMPIRE, Pearson was instrumental in leading radio promotion efforts and designing lifestyle marketing strategies that aligned with urban music culture. He worked with a diverse array of artists, helping them build sustainable careers by securing radio plays, crafting grassroots campaigns, and developing innovative marketing strategies. His dual role allowed him to integrate radio airplay with on-the-ground marketing efforts, enabling artists to connect authentically with their audience.

Pearson’s career reached a pivotal moment during his seven-year tenure at Roc Nation. As VP of Promotions, he was essential in pushing the label’s artists to the forefront of the music scene. His primary responsibility was to ensure optimal radio airplay for Roc Nation’s releases. Leveraging his vast network of relationships with radio programmers, DJs, and influencers, Pearson secured crucial airplay for artists in key urban markets.

His ability to navigate the competitive radio landscape, particularly in hip-hop, R&B, and urban music, allowed him to craft highly successful promotional campaigns. He worked closely with program directors to time releases for maximum exposure, driving spins and creating buzz for the label’s singles. Pearson’s keen understanding of radio’s impact on an artist’s trajectory helped boost careers, making him an essential part of the promotion strategy behind many successful Roc Nation projects.

Today, Pearson’s extensive experience and reputation continue to influence his approach with Implify Creative Group, where he empowers independent artists to achieve success using the insights and strategies he honed throughout his career.

Looking Forward

The launch of Implify Creative Group comes at a time when the independent music scene is more vibrant than ever. Pearson’s move is not just a business decision—it’s a calling. “I’m bringing the same tenacity and passion into the independent space as I did when working at the label. I’m determined to help artists win,” he says.

For Pearson, this next chapter is an exciting one, full of promise and opportunity. He remains committed to helping artists avoid the common pitfalls of the industry while empowering them with the tools they need to thrive.

If you’re an artist looking for expert guidance, or you know someone who could benefit from the wisdom of a seasoned music executive, Pearson and Implify Creative Group are ready to collaborate. This is more than just a business—it’s a partnership aimed at building lasting careers in the music industry.

For more information, visit Implify Creative Group and join Derek “Big D the Weatherman” Pearson on this exciting new journey.

Derek “Big D” Pearson
Implify Creative Group

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Stormzy & Victoria Monét Move On From Past Loves With Rumored Romance 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Stormzy and Victoria Monét appear to have moved on from their respective ex-partners and into a new romance together after they were recently spotted canoodling in the U.K. 

The British rap icon and the R&B songstress were photographed kissing and hugging at London’s Heathrow Airport on Thursday evening (October. Photos shared by British tabloid The Sun show the pair gazing into each other’s eyes while locked in an embrace.  

An onlooker told the outlet Stormzy and Victoria Monét “looked absolutely smitten with each other.” They added, “They kissed and when he hugged her he picked her up in the air.” 

The budding romance comes just weeks after Monét announced her breakup from John Gaines, the father of her three-year-old daughter. 

“We originally preferred to keep this out of the public,” Monét said in a statement announcing the split. “But it is becoming more and more difficult to suppress.” 

She added, “Yes, we’ve seen all of the questions and extremely false accusations of our origin story and we thought long and hard about whether or not we owed it to anyone to explain where we are as we heal, since we understand how social media can magnify the truth or run far with untruths.” 

Meanwhile, in July, Stormzy and Maya Jama announced their breakup a year after rekindling their romance. 

“We’ve spent this past year trying our best to make it work,” the former couple said in a joint statement. “This final attempt required a whole lot of figuring out, relearning, and unlearning.” We tried, and it didn’t work, and that’s okay.”  

The reports of a blossoming relationship caught social media users off-guard. Check out some reactions to Stormzy and Victoria Monét’s PDA below. 

Rihanna Explains How Kids Are Teaching Her About Motherhood

By: AllHipHop StaffCategory: News

Rihanna, already a global icon in music and fashion, is now reveling in her role as a mother.

During an interview with NBC, the 36-year-old pop superstar opened up about navigating life with her two young sons, RZA, 2, and Riot, 1, whom she shares with rapper A$AP Rocky.

“It’s fun,” she said. “I literally enjoy it so much… I am just looking at them and living through them, and I’m amazed by every new discovery of theirs, even their boundaries.”

Balancing joy with the everyday challenges of raising two boys, Rihanna spoke about how parenthood is a learning process for both her and her children.

“They’re teaching me how to be their mom as much as I’m teaching them how to be in this world,” she revealed.

But even as her toddlers explore the world, sibling rivalry has already reared its head.

“It’s just hard to share toys and pacifiers,” Rihanna noted, adding that RZA shows a protective side whenever his baby brother cries. “He’s worried. He loves him, but it’s hard.”

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have been together since 2021.

Their relationship grew from a deep friendship, with A$AP recently reflecting on their long history in a profile for W Magazine.

The rapper revealed that he knew early on that Rihanna was someone he wanted to start a family with.

“I knew from when we were younger. We both did, I think. So it was only right when we got older. We just kind of reconnected.”

Donald Trump Allegedly Targeted In Another Assassination Plot

By: Mike WinslowCategory: News

Donald Trump’s rally in Coachella Valley was abruptly disrupted after law enforcement arrested a man suspected of planning to assassinate the former president.

Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies stopped 49-year-old Vem Miller on Saturday (October 12) at a checkpoint about a mile from the event, where the suspect was reportedly carrying a shotgun, loaded handgun and high-capacity magazine.

Fake media credentials and VIP passes also raised authorities’ suspicions.

According to law enforcement, the Las Vegas resident is believed to be linked to a far-right anti-government group and had intentions to kill Trump.

“We probably stopped another assassination attempt,” Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco said, emphasizing the importance of the intervention.

Deputies’ attention was first drawn to the counterfeit documents that Miller had, which appeared convincing but “unusual enough to cause alarm,” Bianco explained in a statement to the Riverside Press-Enterprise.

Authorities said Miller was intercepted before he could make it close to the rally venue.

He’s now facing multiple weapons charges, including possession of a high-capacity magazine and illegal possession of firearms, and is being held at a local detention center.

Law enforcement officials are continuing their investigation into Miller’s possible motives and affiliations, but as of now, no further plot details have been revealed.

The Trump campaign has yet to issue any remarks regarding the potential threat, and it remains unclear how the incident will affect future rallies.

Though this is the third reported assassination attempt against the former president, his rallies have continued to draw large crowds across the country. Saturday’s event in Southern California attracted thousands of attendees despite tight security measures.

But many attendees were left stranded after buses Trump promised would take them back to their cars failed to arrive.

Christian Combs Parties With Girlfriend Days After Supporting Diddy In Court 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Christian Combs was spotted blowing off steam with his girlfriend at the club just days after his father, Sean “Diddy” Combs, appeared in court. 

In footage circulating online, Christian is seen dancing with girlfriend Raven Tracy and pouring a shot into her mouth. At one point, Christian talks directly into the camera, stating, “I got the baddest girl in the world.” 

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On Thursday (October 10), Christian Combs was joined by siblings Quincy Brown, 33, Justin Combs, 30, Chance Combs, 18, and twins Jessie and D’Lila Combs, 17, at their father’s court appearance. The embattled mogul’s mother, Janice Combs, was also at the hearing to support her son, who she believes “is not the monster they have painted him to be.” 

In a statement, Janice Combs said her son had “made mistakes in his past”  but believes he’s being judged unfairly.  

At the hearing, Diddy was ordered to remain behind bars at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn despite offering a $50 million bond with GPS monitoring and visitor restrictions. His trial is scheduled to begin in May 2025. 

Meanwhile, in a recent legal filing, Diddy’s attorneys condemned the Department for Homeland Security over the “brutal” raids of his homes, particularly calling out the “excessive force” used against his sons Chrisitan and Justin. 

“One agent held a semi-automatic rifle to the head of Christian Combs,” the filing notes. “Another agent had a semiautomatic rifle with a laser site trained, and the orange dot visible, on the middle of the chest of Justin Combs.” 

Azealia Banks Drags Julia Fox Over Remarks About Kanye West Romance 

By: London JennnCategory: News

Azealia Banks went off on Julia Fox over remarks she made about her brief relationship with Kanye West. 

During a recent interview, Fox expressed regret over dating the rapper, claiming she was “used as a pawn,” during their weeks-long romance. 

Sharing her reaction online, Banks dragged Fox before criticizing Kanye West for dating white girls.  

“GIRL.. You literally were contracted for this Job thru a celebrity Madam in miami,” Banks began. “You knewwwwww u was there to be a comfort girl. Calling urself a “pawn” is giving urself waaaay too much credit… u wasn’t even on the chessboard sis. Lmaooo how long is this b#### gonna ride this ‘I ate chicken Alfredo with Kanye and he got me second hand birkin from @therealreal brick and mortar store,’ s### out?? B#### flew to Los Angeles and was flocking the streets looking for him while he was at nobu with drake. Lmao these white women are something else.” 

The polarizing rapper continued her rant, adding, “Kanye better learn his lesson about these white girls. They all have this f##### up sense of racist entitlement and foolishly think they’re some special coveted thing to him because they are white – not understanding that Kanye got all the white p#### in world already. Then when their ego’s get bruised they go trying to act like they’re somehow above him and too good for him. Lmao these b###### acting like they wrote Jesus walks… lmaooo.” 

Julia Fox On Her Relationship With Kanye West

In a recent interview for The Times’ Weekend Magazine, Fox claimed West went public about the relationship without her knowledge.  

“I regret that relationship so much. I hate it! It was only a few weeks but enough to last me a lifetime,” she said. “I was in probably the most uncomfortable position in my life and that’s saying a lot. I don’t want to be known for being anyone’s girlfriend.” 

Banks’ tirade continued, calling Fox a “famewhore” who wouldn’t stop talking publicly about Ye. She also called out Fox over alleged drug abuse before urging “Kanye stop promising b###### birkins.” 

She added, “Kanye has kids, you have photos of urself shooting heroin on the internet…little girls are impressionable.  you are a f###### liability Julia get the f### over it.” 

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