Music Mogul Diddy Faces Potential 14-Month Sentence Amid Prostitution Charges as Prosecutors Seek Extended Prison Time

New York — Attorneys representing Sean “Diddy” Combs are advocating for a reduced prison sentence of no more than 14 months following his conviction on two prostitution-related offenses. This appeal was submitted to U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian in a written document earlier this week. Combs, who had previously faced more severe charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking, was acquitted of those counts in July, but his current situation remains critical as he faces sentencing. Judge Subramanian has already denied bail for Combs, indicating a belief that imprisonment is necessary despite the recent exoneration. The … Read more

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Declares She Won’t Seek Reelection, Details to Follow

HOUSTON – Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has announced she will not seek reelection next year, marking a significant shift in the county’s leadership landscape. Hidalgo’s office confirmed the decision, stating that further information will be shared at a news conference scheduled for Tuesday. Elected in 2019, Hidalgo made history as the first woman to hold the position of Harris County Judge. Her tenure has seen her reelected in November 2022, with her current term set to end in December 2026. The move not to run for reelection comes as a surprise to many, given … Read more

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

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

UK’s Online Safety Act Sparks VPN Surge as Minors Seek to Bypass New Age Restrictions

LONDON, United Kingdom — The Online Safety Act officially came into effect on July 25, establishing new regulations aimed at protecting children from harmful online content, including pornography and materials promoting eating disorders. As a result, some of the internet’s most popular platforms, including Pornhub, X, and Reddit, are implementing or planning to implement age verification systems to restrict access for minors. The challenges posed by age-restriction laws have created a dilemma for websites that depend on user-generated content. Platforms like Reddit find it difficult to monitor and prevent underage users from accessing inappropriate material. … Read more