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Luke Combs apologizes to woman hit with costly legal bill for selling unofficial merchandise

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:28 GMT

(CNN) — Luke Combs is trying to do right by a Florida woman who was reportedly ordered to pay $250,000 for using his likeness on unofficial merchandise.“This is not something that I would ever do,” the “Fast Car” singer said on TikTok Wednesday.Combs said he found out about the lawsuit after a news station in Tampa, Florida reported that Nicol Harness had been sued by his representatives for selling merchandise on Amazon that featured the country star. In total, Harness said she sold 18 Combs-themed tumblers for $20 each, and was sued for copyright infringement in Illinois federal court.Combs said that should not have happened.“It’s 7:27 a.m. here in Tennessee. I woke up at 5 a.m. to use the restroom, and the first thing I saw is this, a woman that’s being sued by me for $250,000,” he said, adding that he had been unaware of the lawsuit.Harness said the lawsuit notification landed in her junk folder while she was in the hospital, dealing with heart issues. She had missed the de...

Local mayors show sign of support against hate amid rise of antisemitism

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:28 GMT

Local South Florida mayors and leaders gathered on Thursday at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation to denounce rising antisemitism at Jewish institutions, social media, and across the community. Since the attack on Israel by Hamas on October 7th, South Florida has seen an increase in antisemitic crimes. The Jewish community in South Florida and across the world are facing alarming levels of antisemitism, resulting in local leaders to come together to unite against hate. ‘We are getting over 300% of rise of antisemitism. It’s just unbelievable what’s happening locally and around the world. It is the deadliest attack on Jews since the holocaust,’ said Ariel Bentata, the board chair at Greater Miami Jewish Federation. The mayors also made reference to the congressional hearing on antisemitism and the testimonies that were given last week.‘I’m heartbroken and i’m deeply concerned about the safety of our beloved community in Israel and here at h...

13-year-old boy charged with attempted homicide of store employee in Pembroke Pines appears in court

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:28 GMT

A 13-year-old boy accused of shooting a cashier multiple times during an attempted robbery at a convenience store in Pembroke Pines faced a judge. Joshua Munoz appeared in court, Thursday afternoon. His mother, father, step-father and a private attorney were also in court with him. During his court appearance, a judge ordered that Munoz be held in juvenile detention for the next 21 days. Munoz was charged with attempted homicide, possession of a firearm by a juvenile and armed robbery. In addition, he had an active felony warrant for armed robbery, so that charge was applied as well.The shooting happened Tuesday afternoon at the Pasadena Drive Thru Food Store, located in the area of University Drive and Pasadena Boulevard.According to the arrest report, Munoz wanted to enter the food store but was denied by the clerk because the business was drive-thru only. The juvenile then followed the victim, pulled out a gun and demanded that the clerk “Give me everything you got.̶...

Appeals court again upholds gag order barring Donald Trump from commenting about judge’s staff

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:28 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — A New York appeals court has again upheld a gag order that bars Donald Trump from commenting about court personnel in his civil fraud trial, ruling Thursday that the former president’s lawyers used the wrong legal mechanism to fight the restriction.A four-judge panel in the state’s mid-level appellate court ruled Thursday that Trump’s lawyers erred by suing trial Judge Arthur Engoron, who imposed the gag order in October after Trump disparaged his law clerk.Instead, the appellate judges wrote, Trump’s lawyers should’ve followed the normal appeals process by asking Engoron to reverse the gag order and then, if denied, fighting that decision in a higher court.The appeals court ruling came a day after testimony wrapped in the 2½-month trial in New York Attorney General Letitia James’ lawsuit. Closing arguments are scheduled for Jan. 11 in the case, which threatens Trump’s real estate empire. Engoron said he hopes to have a verdict by ...

South Florida braces for continued wet and windy weather

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:28 GMT

The wet and windy week persists as South Florida experiences more rain on Thursday. The region remains caught between high pressure to the north and a stalled front to the south, creating damp and dreary conditions.Despite wild winds sweeping through Hollywood on Thursday morning, locals and visitors alike braved the elements for a walk. Some even appreciating nature and the waves. “The waves are beautiful, I can’t wait to see the sunrise and see the contrast between the peaceful sun against the rest of this place,” said one tourist. Not everyone, however, shared the same sentiment. Visitors from Canada, escaping freezing temperatures, found the windy conditions less than ideal for outdoor activities. A couple from Finland said although the weather “stinks” they’re glad it’s at least warmer than their home country. Hollywood Beach experienced persistent wind and light rain throughout the day, accompanied by impressive waves. While the waves ...

Subject who barricaded self inside storm drain in SW Miami-Dade taken into custody

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:28 GMT

After an hours-long standoff, a subject who barricaded himself inside a storm drain in Southwest Miami-Dade was taken in custody.Miami-Dade Police arrived at the scene at Southwest 117th and 131st Avenue, Thursday morning.7News cameras captured the subject peeking out of the storm drain and going back into hiding once he saw officers. According to police, at around 3 a.m., officers attempted to pull over a vehicle that was seen driving recklessly but the subject fled the scene. After evading police the first time, another officer spotted the subject driving erratically and tried to stop him. The subject then stopped his vehicle and jumped into a canal near Graceland Memorial Park South. After jumping into the canal, the subject then barricaded himself inside the storm drain.The subject was taken in custody and was placed on stretcher. A black car in the area was towed. It is unclear what charges he may be facing. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on...

Security robot will patrol part of downtown Portland

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:28 GMT

PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — An autonomous security robot is now patrolling part of downtown Portland.Portland city officials and their community improvement partners gathered on Tuesday to unveil a new mural. The mural, located at Southwest Ankeny and 4th Avenue, was created in hopes to help revitalize and elevate the area and bring back a sense of community.Unico Properties and Portland Street Art Alliance introduced Radiance, a 120-foot mural, as part of the Ankeny Triangle Improvement Project and sits on the walls of the U.S. Bancorp Tower parking garage. The piece was done by local artists KSRA and They Drift and was inspired by the neon signage in Portland.Along with support from the city, Portland Clean and Safe clean sidewalks removed graffiti and picked up trash daily. They said they worked with law enforcement and noted a significant decrease in crime over the year.“We looked at reported crime for assault, vandalism, theft and in November, we a saw a 50% decrease last m...

European leaders approve opening of accession talks for Ukraine

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:28 GMT

European leaders have approved the opening of accession negotiations for Ukraine, European Council President Charles Michel announced Thursday.Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán left the room when the decision on enlargement was taken, according to a national official and a EU diplomat who were both briefed on the discussion. This allowed for an unanimous decision from the European Council. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the news was “a victory of Ukraine … a victory that motivates, inspires and strengthens.”Michel hailed the decision, achieved despite fierce opposition from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, as “a clear signal of hope for their people and for our continent” in a statement on X, formerly Twitter.European leaders were quick to celebrate the move.“Historic day! Against all odds, we achieved a decision to open accession negotiations with #Ukraine and #Moldova,” Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas said.Finnish Prime...

UK’s Cameron hits back after Israeli ambassador rejects two-state solution

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:28 GMT

LONDON — David Cameron branded comments by Israel’s ambassador to the U.K. ruling out a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict “disappointing.”Speaking at a parliamentary committee hearing on Thursday afternoon, the British foreign secretary — a former prime minister brought back into government last month — downplayed Tzipi Hotovely’s interview and insisted a separate Palestinian state was “still possible.”Hotovely told broadcaster Sky News that there was “absolutely no” prospect of Israel’s government agreeing to a two-state solution — which would involve the recognition of a Palestinian state.In a wide-ranging hearing with lawmakers in the U.K. House of Lords, Cameron was asked whether he believed Hotovely was speaking “on instruction” from her government.“I don’t know, is the answer. I read the transcript and it is disappointing,” he said.Cameron added: “I don’t think ...

Frédéric Michel quitte l’Élysée pour un groupe privé suisse

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:43:28 GMT

Frédéric Michel rejoindra au 1er janvier 2024 le groupe MCH, un groupe de marketing et d’événementiel qui organise le salon du marché de l’art de Bâle, en Suisse. Le conseiller spécial en stratégie et communication auprès d’Emmanuel Macron depuis septembre 2022 sera notamment en charge de la communication du groupe, selon un communiqué publié jeudi sur LinkedIn.L’un des actionnaires principaux de MCH est Lupa Systems, un fonds d’investissement contrôlé par James Murdoch, dont Frédéric Michel était l’un des associés avant son arrivée à l’Elysée.La rumeur du départ de Frédéric Michel circulait depuis de longs mois — il était même un temps annoncé pour le mois de juillet dernier. Le Figaro avait révélé en novembre dernier que l’ex-lobbyiste avait sollicité la Haute autorité de la transparence de la vie publique dans la perspective d’un éventuel retour vers le privé, ce qui ne l’avait pas empêché d’assurer à nos confrères : “Je sais que je ne suis pas sur le départ.”Succédant à l’a...