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Pompano Beach Murder: Two Men Indicted in 2019 Shooting of Clarens Calixte

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POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — Two men have been indicted in connection with the murder of Clarens Calixte, who was shot to death in December 2019. According to the Broward Sheriff’s Office, 32-year-old Benson Blaise and 32-year-old Derrick Jules face first-degree murder charges. The indictment follows an extensive investigation launched after deputies discovered Calixte unresponsive from gunshot wounds in an apartment building on December 20, 2019, shortly after 3 a.m. He was transported by Pompano Beach Fire Rescue to Broward Health North, where he was pronounced dead. Blaise, who was already in custody on unrelated charges, … Read more

Disney Faces Class Action Over Alleged COPPA Violations: Parents Urged to Seek Compensation for Children’s Data Privacy Breach

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NEW YORK — The Rosen Law Firm, a prominent national law practice, has launched an investigation into allegations that Disney has breached the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), which governs data collection from minors. The firm claims that Disney has improperly gathered personal information from children watching its videos on YouTube without obtaining necessary parental consent or notification. Parents of children younger than 13 who have viewed Disney’s content on YouTube may be eligible for compensation without any upfront payments due to the firm’s contingency fee structure. The Rosen Law Firm is gearing up … Read more

Chloé Zhao’s ‘Hamnet’ Triumphs at TIFF, Claiming People’s Choice Award in a Festival Packed with Riveting Stories

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Toronto, Canada — Chloé Zhao’s adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s acclaimed novel, “Hamnet,” has captured the People’s Choice Award at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), marking a significant achievement for the director. The award was announced during a ceremony held on Sunday, and it reflects the festival’s unique approach, allowing audiences rather than a jury to decide the year’s favorite film. At TIFF, attendees of public screenings cast votes for their top picks on the festival’s official website. “Hamnet” led the voting, triumphing over Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein,” which secured second place, and Rian … Read more

Uncovering Secrets: Lisa Bloom Discusses the Potential Impact of Epstein’s Birthday Album on Victims’ Cases

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NEW YORK — The birth of Jeffrey Epstein’s notorious birthday album has raised fresh questions in the ongoing battle for justice by his victims. Lisa Bloom, an attorney representing several of Epstein’s accusers, discussed the possible implications of this photo collection during a recent interview. The album, which supposedly contains images and messages from prominent individuals, could serve as a significant piece of evidence in the efforts to hold Epstein’s associates accountable. Bloom noted that the album paints a broader picture of the network surrounding Epstein, suggesting that not all who engaged with him were … Read more