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Diddy assaulted teen boy, 17, after telling him ‘I’ll make you a star’ at drug-laced baby oil sex party, lawsuit claims

DISGRACED rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs allegedly assaulted a 17-year-old aspiring musician after telling him he would make him a star, a lawsuit claims.

The music mogul has been hit with seven new abuse claims made by four men and three women made public on Sunday and Monday.

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The fresh abuse claims are alleged to have happened between 2000 and 2022[/caption]
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Combs in court a sketch in September[/caption]
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Combs is currently imprisoned in Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center[/caption]
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Combs is also facing criminal charges of racketeering and sex trafficking[/caption]

One new suit claims Combs laced the baby oil used at his ‘Freak Off‘ parties with a date rape drug.

Over 100 civil claims have been brought against Combs while he also faces criminal charges for sex trafficking and racketeering.

He denies the allegations.

The new claims allege abuse by Combs in New York, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas dating back to 2000 but mainly in 2022, the accusers’ lawyer Tony Buzbee said on Facebook.

Some of the fresh lawsuits said unidentified celebrities also assaulted the accusers.

One new accuser said he was abused when he was a 17-year-old aspiring artist making small talk with Combs.

The pair were at a 2022 party in a Manhattan hotel penthouse – when Combs told him that “he could make him a star.”

The complainant, known anonymously as “John Doe”, said Combs drugged him with a drink he handed him when he arrived.

The lawsuit claims that Combs was known for dosing his guests with the date-rape drug GHB, mixing it in drinks and body oils, the New York Daily News reported.

The accuser says he went looking for bathroom when he started feeling strange – instead claiming to find a bedroom where several people were having group sex “including Combs, and another artist he recognized”.

Combs allegedly grabbed the underage boy’s hand and forced him to lay down and molested the teen’s genitals “for an extended period of time” trying to get him aroused.

The teen then managed to get away from Combs after saying he needed to use the bathroom and called a friend to pick him up.

Another of the new plaintiffs claims she was just 13 when Combs drugged and assaulted her at an after party for the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards in New York.

She said Combs and an unnamed male celebrity raped her while an unnamed female celebrity looked on.

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Combs held high-society white parties with famous celebrities[/caption]
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Cops raided Combs’ LA mansion in March[/caption]

The woman claims the attack happened after Combs shouted: “You are ready to party!”

She claimed Combs tried to force her to perform oral sex, but she fought him off before grabbing her clothes and leaving the bedroom, “roaming naked through the house looking for the exit.”

The lawsuits were filed in the Southern District of New York late Sunday, Deadline reported.

In response to the lawsuits, Combs’ lawyers referred to a statement addressing Buzbee’s earlier lawsuits.

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 latest lawsuits come after Combs demanded to know the names of his alleged victims when he was hit with six fresh allegations last week.

One of the lawsuits alleges Combs “brutally, orally raped” a man working for a rival clothing company in a Macy’s store, while another alleged victim claimed Combs groped him at a party in 1998 when he was just 16.

Buzbee’s firm said it represents more than 150 of Combs’ accusers.

In the past several weeks, Combs has been hit with a flurry of additional claims of sexual assault, rape, violence, and manipulation by accusers ranging from music hopefuls to complete strangers.

Some of the allegations made against Combs claim they took place at the infamous ‘Freak Off’ parties he held over the years.

At the parties, Combs would allegedly film high-profile guests as they had sex with prostitutes who he flew out from around the country and use the video as blackmail.

Combs is currently being held in Brooklyn’s notorious Metropolitan Detention Center and has been denied bail twice.

He posted on Instagram for the first time since he was arrested and slammed with sex trafficking charges to wish his two-year-old daughter Love a happy birthday.

Combs’ trial date for the criminal charges of sex trafficking and racketeering has been set for May 5 next year.

He has pleaded not guilty to the charges with one of his lawyers Erica Wolff saying the claims are “false and defamatory”.

Diddy's downfall

By Forest McFarland, Senior News Reporter

BEFORE Sean “Diddy” Combs’ arrest on Monday night, it had been highly speculated that the rap star would find himself in custody after he was repeatedly hit with disturbing accusations – and had two of his mansions raided by the feds.

His mounting legal troubles finally came to a head on September 17, when he was charged with three federal counts, including sex trafficking, for allegedly forcing victims to take part in drug-fueled sex parties he called “Freak Offs.”

Hours before his arrest, The U.S. Sun exclusively revealed the feds investigating Diddy were secretly liaising with Tupac Shakur murder prosecutors on gangland activities.

The development also came after Diddy was named 77 times in documents submitted by prosecutors in the Tupac murder case.

Aside from the Tupac probe, Diddy was already facing a slew of lawsuits, including one he settled with his ex, Cassie Ventura, after she accused him of rape and abuse.

Disturbing hotel surveillance video from 2016 showed Diddy chasing Cassie down and then punching, kicking, and beating her in a hallway.

Two months earlier, in March 2024, two of Diddy’s mansions were raided by federal investigators, who seized three AR-15s, drugs, and 1,000 bottles of lube which were part of his “Freak Off” supplies.

In addition to his federal criminal charges, Diddy also faces a handful of lawsuits with allegations of sexual assault, harassment, and sex trafficking dating back to the early 1990s.

Music producer Rodney ‘Lil Rod’ Jones filed one suit in February 2024, claiming Diddy forced him to hire sex workers and participate in sex acts while he worked on his latest album.

Diddy has denied any wrongdoing and pleaded not guilty to the federal sex trafficking charges against him, but his battle is far from over.

He faces life in prison if he’s convicted on all counts.

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Some of the claims are alleged to have happened at ‘Freak Off’ parties Combs held[/caption]

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Home Depot says it understands frustration with self checkout after shopper says worker yelled order at them ‘like TSA’

HOME DEPOT has admitted the chain understands shoppers’ grievances when it comes to the self-checkout.

Self-service machines are a feature in supermarkets and warehouses nationwide, but not all customers enjoy using the machines.

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A Home Depot shopper has shared their frustrations when it comes to self-checkouts (stock)[/caption]

One Home Depot shopper likened the experience to measures often seen at airports.

Carl Thomas claimed that using the machines at the hardware store was “like going through the TSA line,” according to an X post.

He also blasted the chain over how workers apparently communicated with shoppers.

Carl claimed that a lady yelled at him when giving directions.

And, it appears the ordeal has put him off using the self-service machines as he threatened to shop at a rival.

“Gonna be driving a little farther to Lowe’s now,” he said.

A Home Depot spokesperson responded to the post and sought to address the shopper’s grievances.

“I understand your frustration with the self-checkout,” they said.

“Thank you for sharing your experience. We will use this feedback as an internal coaching opportunity.”

The U.S. Sun has approached Home Depot for comment.

Carl isn’t the only shopper who has aired frustrations regarding the self-service machines.

Others have claimed that they feel like workers for having to check out their own items.

Responding to another customer, Home Depot said installing self-service machines was designed to streamline the shopping experience.

A shopper was left questioning the purpose of self-checkout machines after employees were reportedly scanning items.

Latest self-checkout changes

Retailers are evolving their self-checkout strategy in an effort to speed up checkout times and reduce theft.

Walmart shoppers were shocked when self-checkout lanes at various locations were made available only for Walmart+ members.

Other customers reported that self-checkout was closed during specific hours, and more cashiers were offered instead.

While shoppers feared that shoplifting fueled the updates, a Walmart spokesperson revealed that store managers are simply experimenting with ways to improve checkout performance.

One bizarre experiment included an RFID-powered self-checkout kiosk that would stop the fiercely contested receipt checks.

However, that test run has been phased out.

At Target, items are being limited at self-checkout.

Last fall, the brand surveyed new express self-checkout lanes across 200 stores with 10 items or less for more convenience.

As of March 2024, this policy has been expanded across 2,000 stores in the US.

Shoppers have also spotted their local Walmart stores restricting customers to 15 items or less to use self-checkout machines.

Home Depot is not the only chain that has come under fire over self-checkouts.

Lowe’s shoppers have threatened to boycott the retailer after the machines were rolled out in store.

One was so incandescent with fury that they threatened to pay more for an item at another store – just so they didn’t have to use the machines.

Target has also been criticized over measures the chain has rolled out, which were intended to boost self-checkout efficiency.

Stores across the US now limit shoppers to scan a maximum of 10 items.

But, some customers with larger carts have complained how this leads to longer waiting times in store.

Others have claimed they were forced to count the number of items in their cart to prove they were within the quota.

Shoppers have pointed out how some Walmart stores have introduced quotas on the number of items that can be scanned at self-checkout.

Customers have shared pictures on social media from inside Walmart stores that show signs saying “15 items or less.”

It has sparked fury, with some threatening to boycott the chain as a result.

But unlike Target, it doesn’t appear to be a policy that has been rolled out nationally.

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Kate Middleton set for break to spend time with Prince George, Princess Charlotte & Prince Louis before poignant event 

THE half term holidays are currently underway for many families across the UK – including in Princess Kate and Prince William’s royal household.

The Princess of Wales, 42, is said to be having a short break with Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six – with a relatable celebration taking place.

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Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis are currently on their two-week school half term[/caption]
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The Prince of Wales is expected to scale back his engagements for some family time[/caption]

The three children broke up for their two-week break from Lambrook School in Windsor on Friday October 18, and they won’t go back until November 4.

Prince William is expected to undertake few public engagements compared to last week, where he did three major visits, in order to spend time with the family.

Currently King Charles and Queen Camilla are undertaking their royal tour Down Under in the monarch’s first major international tour since his cancer diagnosis in February earlier this year.

Royal Editor at The Times Kate Mansey said on her Royals with Roya and Kate podcast: “It was probably not be very diplomatic for William to be doing anything too showy to detract from it.”

And there will be some exciting activities planned for George, Charlotte and Louis.

According to GB News, the three children are likely to spend time around Halloween with their cousins during their fortnight off school.

It is also expected that they will spend time with Kate’s parents, Carole and Michael Middleton.

Grandma Carole previously revealed on Instagram how much Halloween has meant to her over the years.

On her Party Pieces page in 2022, she shared: “Halloween is an Autumn highlight for me. I can still remember the fun and frights from my own childhood; the chance to dress up, decorate pumpkins and go trick-or-treating!”

She also shared how she had grown pumpkins that year and that she was looking forward to decorating them with her “loved ones.”

While Kate and William haven’t ever shared photos of the kids in costumes, they have been spotted trick-or-treating on doors in London in the past.

Meanwhile, the kids’ aunt Pippa – Kate’s younger sister – is also a fan of Halloween, and described it in her 2012 book as a “wonderful excuse to let your imagination run riot.”

The Wales kids’ cousins include Arthur, five, Grace, three, and Rose, one, from Pippa and husband James Matthews, and Inigo, one, from James Middleton and wife Alizée Thevenet.

They also have Archie, five and Lilibet, three, from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, but they are based in California.

Kate’s next appearance

It is thought that Kate’s next appearance could come in November following the half term break.

In September, the mum-of-three revealed that she has finished her chemotherapy treatment.

Princess Kate had announced her cancer diagnosis in March and said she would be taking a break from royal duties to focus on her health.

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The Wales family are expected to spend time with Carole and Michael Middleton[/caption]
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George, Charlotte and Louis are expected to celebrate Halloween with the kids of Pippa Middleton and James Matthews, and James Middleton and Alizée Thevenet[/caption]
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The family often go to their countryside home, Anmer Hall in Norfolk, for UK-based holidays[/caption]

Kate said: “Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus.

“Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.

“I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can.”

Kate will appear at some engagements in the coming months including charity events that are close to her heart, it is understood.

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Kate announced in September she has finished her chemotherapy treatment[/caption]

It has also been reported Kate hopes to join the Royal Family at the annual Remembrance Sunday service at the Cenotaph on November 10.

Kate recently joined William in a surprise public appearance to meet victims of the Southport attack.

It was her first public engagement with her husband since her cancer diagnosis – with the last time they took up duties together the Princess’ carol concert last December.

Kate is also planning to host her annual Christmas concert after completing chemotherapy.

Inside Kate Middleton's love of Halloween

IN 2019, Kate Middleton was spotted at the self-service checkout in her local Hardwick brand of Sainsbury's buying fancy dress costumes for George and Charlotte.

Resident Kate Carter told OK Magazine back in 2020: “She was with the children, and she looked lovely. She is absolutely beautiful, and the children were beautiful. They were so well behaved.”

Royal commentator Katie Nicholl, author of The New Royals, added: “The kids love Halloween and Kate very much gets in the spirit and takes them out trick or treating.”

Kate is known for her down to earth nature and being a hands-on mum, and some of her favourite things to do with the children during the holidays is baking, painting pottery and arts and crafts. 

“It’s very important to Kate for her children to have a childhood that is similar to her own,” Katie said.

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Port progress ‘pier’-fectly on track: Laem Chabang sailing ahead

Laem Chabang Port’s third development phase is sailing ahead, now reaching around 45% completion, with Pier F poised to debut by late 2027, Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri confirmed. This ambitious project forms a cornerstone of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) Development Plan and is among the top 15 infrastructure priorities under the Paetongtarn Shinawatra …

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Banking on gains: Thai banks ‘interest’ed in profit uptick for 2024

Thai banking sector profits have seen a modest uptick for the first nine months of 2024, buoyed by rising interest and fee incomes. Yet, the backdrop of swirling economic uncertainties has kept banks on their toes, continuing to stash away hefty reserves for potential loan losses. The pack of 10 Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) …

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Thai man steals from friend to buy ring to win back ex-wife

A Thai man surrendered to the police after stealing more than 100,000 baht worth of valuables from his friend‘s home in Chon Buri province, allegedly to buy a gold ring to win back his ex-wife. The victim, 42 year old Tharathep, filed a complaint at Na Jomtien Police Station after catching his former colleague and …

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Amazing themed restaurants in Bangkok you can’t miss

Bangkok’s dining scene is all about fun and flair. If you’re hunting for a meal that’s as unique as the atmosphere, these themed restaurants are where it’s at. Whether you’re into quirky cafes or want to dive into an immersive dining experience, these spots promise something unforgettable. Let’s break down the coolest themed restaurants in …

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Iranian man caught impersonating police to rob tourists in Bangkok

Officers in Bang Rak apprehended an Iranian man impersonating a police officer to search tourists’ bags and steal cash. The suspect was finally caught at the Sadao checkpoint while attempting to flee to Malaysia. Police Major General Samart Phromchat, with local officers and immigration police, arrested 53 year old Ghiasi Arefhossein on charges of theft …

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Andaman Riviera set to ‘pave’ the way with final report in February

The ambitious Andaman Riviera project, a 50 billion baht (US$1.5 billion) initiative to construct over 600 kilometres of new roads along Thailand’s Andaman coast, is set to see its final report completed in February. The Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning (OPT) confirmed the development yesterday, October 21. Chaiwat Sangkhaphak, OTP Division Director …

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