Friday, June 13
British mountaineer Kenton Cool has etched his name in Everest history, scaling the peak for a record 19th time, the most by any non-Sherpa climber. The 51-year-old reached the summit on Sunday, accompanied by Dorji Gyaljen Sherpa, who completed his 23rd ascent.
Amid escalating violence, Israeli strikes in Gaza have resulted in over 250 deaths since Thursday, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis. Despite international appeals for a ceasefire, Israel continues its military operations, while a prolonged blockade has led to severe shortages of food, fuel, and medical supplies, pushing Gaza towards famine.
Influencer Ed Krassenstein reported a visit from the Secret Service after posting "8647" on X, interpreted as a call to remove Trump. This followed a similar incident involving former FBI Director James Comey, who was also questioned for a social media post with the same numbers. Trump accused Comey's post of suggesting assassination, while Comey denied any violent intent.
According to information publicly available, Prince Harry met Combs only once and never attended any of his parties or concerts. In 2007, Prince Harry posed for photographs with Prince William, Combs and Kanye West after the two rappers had performed at the Concert for Diana at Wembley Stadium in London.
Karen Friedman Agnifilo, wife of Diddy's attorney, consulted with his defense team during Cassie Ventura's explosive testimony in the sex trafficking and racketeering case. The defense aims to undermine Ventura's victim portrayal, presenting explicit messages to suggest willing participation. Ventura insists coercion and fear fueled her involvement, detailing emotional manipulation, assault, and rape by Combs.
Kevin O'Leary has strongly criticized Donald Trump's proposed tax plan, specifically targeting the expansion of IRS audit powers related to the expired Employee Retention Credit (ERC). O'Leary argues this provision unfairly targets small businesses, potentially harming those who acted in good faith during the pandemic. He urges lawmakers to revise the legislation, warning of its potential consequences.
