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Diddy Returns Key to NYC

Diddy Returns Key , to NYC. New York City Mayor Eric Adams presented the Key to the City to Sean "Diddy" Combs in September 2023. Earlier this month, Mayor Adams asked the rapper to give it back after 2016 security footage of Combs assaulting his ex, Cassie, surfaced, NBC News reports. . The footage shows Combs chasing Cassie down a hotel hallway, grabbing her near the elevator, throwing her to the ground and kicking her twice. He then proceeded to drag her on the ground by her sweatshirt. In a letter addressed to Diddy, Adams asked for the Key to the City to be returned and said he "was deeply disturbed" by the footage, NBC News reports. I strongly condemn these actions and stand in solidarity with all survivors of domestic and gender-based violence, NYC Mayor Eric Adams, via letter to Diddy. Our city has worked tirelessly to make sure survivors are heard and seen by our administration, NYC Mayor Eric Adams, via letter to Diddy. Diddy has since honored the mayor's request and returned the key. He also released a video apology, calling his "behavior" in the footage "inexcusable.". Five lawsuits alleging "sexual assault, sexual trafficking" and "other criminal activity" have been filed against Diddy since November, NBC News reports. Federal agents searched his properties and seized his phones in March after a warrant was issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon Next Movie 'RIP' Lands a Home at Netflix | THR News Video

Matt and Ben's latest team up is headed for Netflix! The streaming service has acquired the rights to 'RIP,' the thriller costarring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. Damon and Affleck's production company, Artists Equity, is behind the project which is being directed by Joe Carnahan. Plot details for the film are still being kept under wraps but is aiming for a fall shoot.

Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Quinta Brunson Call Out Pat McAfee & Harrison Butker During 2024 ESPY Awards | THR News Video

Venus Williams, Serena Williams and Quinta Brunson seemingly called out Pat McAfee for his previous comments about WNBA star Caitlin Clark and they definitely called out NFL player Harrison Butker during the 2024 ESPY Awards. Serena, who hosted the award show, was joined by Venus and Quinta on stage for a special segment celebrating this year's rise in popularity of women's sports, thanks in part to Clark.

Fever Wins 3rd Straight Game With Help of Caitlin Clark’s Double-Double

Fever Wins 3rd Straight Game , With Help of Caitlin Clark’s Double-Double. Fever Wins 3rd Straight Game , With Help of Caitlin Clark’s Double-Double. On June 19, Clark had 18 points, 12 rebounds, six assists and four steals to secure the second double-double of her WNBA career, 'The Guardian' reports. Meanwhile, Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston each scored 22 points to help the Indiana Fever defeat the Washington Mystics 88-81. Meanwhile, Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston each scored 22 points to help the Indiana Fever defeat the Washington Mystics 88-81. Clark thanked her teammates for the successful night. . Clark thanked her teammates for the successful night. . A lot of the times, the people I’m guarding are getting back on defense, so I have a little more free rein of like going and chasing the ball while our bigs are probably boxing out and hitting a little bit more. , Caitlin Clark, via statement. So credit to them. I think we’re really good when I can get it off the rim and push in transition, so I take a lot of pride in trying to chase it down off the rim and then really go, Caitlin Clark, via statement. However, Clark is still battling turnovers. . She had six against the Mystics and currently has the most in the WNBA with 5.5 per game. Still, the Fever's momentum is surely welcome as the team continues to find its footing. Still, the Fever's momentum is surely welcome as the team continues to find its footing. The confidence that we’ve been able to build from the last three games is, you know, continue to take a step forward and learn each game, and if we do happen to lose one, how are we going to respond? , Caitlin Clark, via statement. That’s been a big thing for us, too. The last game we lost, we found a way to respond and string off three straight wins. I think we’ve gotten a lot better over the course of these last three games and we’re continuing to build on that, Caitlin Clark, via statement

Caitlin Clark Reacts to US Olympic Team Snub

Caitlin Clark Reacts , to US Olympic Team Snub. Clark was not chosen to represent America at the Olympics in Paris this summer. . Clark was not chosen to represent America at the Olympics in Paris this summer. . The 12 players who are reportedly on the roster for team USA are:. "A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner, Alyssa Thomas, Napheesa Collier, Jewell Loyd," . "A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner, Alyssa Thomas, Napheesa Collier, Jewell Loyd," . "A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner, Alyssa Thomas, Napheesa Collier, Jewell Loyd," . "A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner, Alyssa Thomas, Napheesa Collier, Jewell Loyd," . "A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner, Alyssa Thomas, Napheesa Collier, Jewell Loyd," . "A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner, Alyssa Thomas, Napheesa Collier, Jewell Loyd," . "Kelsey Plum, Jackie Young, Sabrina Ionescu, Chelsea Gray and Kahleah Copper," according to HuffPost. "Kelsey Plum, Jackie Young, Sabrina Ionescu, Chelsea Gray and Kahleah Copper," according to HuffPost. "Kelsey Plum, Jackie Young, Sabrina Ionescu, Chelsea Gray and Kahleah Copper," according to HuffPost. "Kelsey Plum, Jackie Young, Sabrina Ionescu, Chelsea Gray and Kahleah Copper," according to HuffPost. Clark, who was named WNBA Rookie of the Month in May, . shared her reaction to the news on June 9. . I know it’s the most competitive team in the world and I know it could have gone either way. I’m excited for them. , Caitlin Clark, via statement. I’m going to be rooting them on to win gold. I was a kid that grew up watching the Olympics. It will be fun to watch them, Caitlin Clark, via statement. I’m going to be rooting them on to win gold. I was a kid that grew up watching the Olympics. It will be fun to watch them, Caitlin Clark, via statement. "Honestly, no disappointment," she said. . I think it just gives you something to work for. You know, that’s a dream. Hopefully one day I can be there. , Caitlin Clark, via statement. I think it just gives you something to work for. You know, that’s a dream. Hopefully one day I can be there. , Caitlin Clark, via statement. Hopefully in four years, when four years comes back around, I can be there, Caitlin Clark, via statement. Hopefully in four years, when four years comes back around, I can be there, Caitlin Clark, via statement. The 12 they have selected are really great players so I think they’re in pretty good hands, Caitlin Clark, via statement. The 12 they have selected are really great players so I think they’re in pretty good hands, Caitlin Clark, via statement

Pat McAfee Apologizes for Calling Caitlin Clark "White B****" During Controversial ESPN Segment | THR News Video

Pat McAfee is apologizing for referring to WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark as a "white bitch" during a segment on his ESPN show. McAfee appeared on his ESPN show arguing that Indiana Fever star Clark is the singular reason behind the WBNA's surge in popularity and addressing claims that her race is what sets her apart. McAfee went onto say, "I would like the media people that continue to say, 'This rookie class, this rookie class.' Nah, just call it for what it is. There is one white bit*h for the Indiana team who is a superstar."

Fever GM Defends Caitlin Clark by Calling on WNBA to Clean Up ‘Targeting Actions’

Fever GM Defends Caitlin Clark by Calling on , WNBA to Clean Up ‘Targeting Actions’. During the Fever's recent 71-70 victory over the Chicago Sky, . During the Fever's recent 71-70 victory over the Chicago Sky, . Chennedy Carter unnecessarily hip-checked Clark while her back was turned, knocking her to the ground. Carter's teammate, Angel Reese, was seen applauding Carter after the foul. When reporters asked Carter about the foul after the game, she said, "I ain't answering no Caitlin Clark questions.". When reporters asked Carter about the foul after the game, she said, "I ain't answering no Caitlin Clark questions.". The following day, the foul was upgraded by the league to a Flagrant 1. The following day, the foul was upgraded by the league to a Flagrant 1. A Flagrant 1 is defined as "unnecessary and/or excessive contact committed by a player against an opponent.". Fever general manager Lin Dunn took to X to stand up for Clark, who has noticeably taken a beating from her peers. . 'There's a difference between tough defense and unnecessary — targeting actions!', Lin Dunn, Fever general manager, via X. It needs to stop! The league needs to "cleanup" the crap. That's NOT who this league is!!, Lin Dunn, Fever general manager, via X. Clark said that the fouling "is what it is.". I think at this point I know I’m going to take a couple of hard shots a game and that’s what it is, Caitlin Clark, via statement. So I’m just trying to stay in the game and focus on my team and focus on what’s important, Caitlin Clark, via statement. So I’m just trying to stay in the game and focus on my team and focus on what’s important, Caitlin Clark, via statement

Cassie Breaks Silence Following Release of 2016 Diddy Assault Video | THR News Video

Cassie is finally speaking out following her allegations against Sean "Diddy" Combs and the recent release of the 2016 video showing Combs physically assaulting her. The singer took to Instagram on Thursday to express gratitude for the support she has received in recent weeks and months saying, "The outpouring of love has created a place for my younger self to settle and feel safe now, but this is only the beginning. Domestic Violence is THE issue. It broke me down to someone I never thought I would become. With a lot of hard work, I am better today, but I will always be recovering from my past."

Cassie Ventura Speaks Out About Diddy Assault Footage

Cassie Ventura , Speaks Out About , Diddy Assault Footage. CNN reports that Cassie Ventura has publicly expressed her gratitude for the wave of support she received following the release of an explosive 2016 surveillance video. Thank you for all of the love and support from my family, friends, strangers and those I have yet to meet, Cassie Ventura, via Instagram. The outpouring of love has created a place for my younger self to settle and feel safe now, but this is only the beginning, Cassie Ventura statement, via Instagram. The 2016 video released by CNN shows Ventura being physically assaulted by Sean "Diddy" Combs, her boyfriend at the time. Domestic Violence is THE issue. It broke me down to someone I never thought I would become. , Cassie Ventura statement, via Instagram. With a lot of hard work, I am better today, but I will always be recovering from my past, Cassie Ventura statement, via Instagram. Ventura went on to urge others in abusive situations to seek support. . My only ask is that EVERYONE open your heart to believing victims the first time. It takes a lot of heart to tell the truth out of a situation that you were powerless in, Cassie Ventura statement, via Instagram. I offer my hand to those that are still living in fear. Reach out to your people, don’t cut them off. No one should carry this weight alone, Cassie Ventura statement, via Instagram. This healing journey is never ending, but this support means everything to me, Cassie Ventura statement, via Instagram

Angel Reese Ties WNBA Record for Most Consecutive Double-Double Games

Angel Reese Ties WNBA Record , for Most Consecutive Double-Double Games. Angel Reese Ties WNBA Record , for Most Consecutive Double-Double Games. On June 27, Reese, the 7th WNBA draft pick, had 18 points and 11 rebounds to secure her 9th straight double-double, according to Bleacher Report. . She's the youngest WNBA player to ever do so. The only other player to get that many consecutive double-doubles in a single season is Candace Parker. Although Reese's team, the Chicago Sky, lost 95-83 to the Las Vegas Aces, . the former LSU star has been on a double-double streak for a few weeks now. . the former LSU star has been on a double-double streak for a few weeks now. . Since the Sky's game against the New York Liberty on June 4, . Reese has averaged 15.8 points and 12.9 rebounds per game, according to Bleacher Report. On June 20, she had a career-high 18 rebounds in under 30 minutes against the Dallas Wings. The Sky won 83-72 that day. Reese will have a chance to break Parker's consecutive double-double record on June 30 against the Minnesota Lynx. The game starts at 3 p.m. ET

THR Charts: Jennifer Lopez on Top With 'Atlas' | THR Video

Sci-fi films are flying high on the chart this week. We’re breaking down the top streaming movies on today’s THR Charts: The Breakdown for Friday, June 21st.

Jennifer Lopez Cancels Tour To Be With Her Family | THR News Video

Jennifer Lopez just pulled the plug on her summer tour. Live Nation announced on Friday that the singer's entire This Is Me … Live Tour has been canceled, saying, "Jennifer is taking time off to be with her children, family and close friends." Lopez also shared the news with her fans via her On the Jlo newsletter. She wrote, "I am completely heartsick and devastated about letting you down. Please know that I wouldn' do this if I didn't feel that it was absolutely necessary."