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Sean Combs was acquitted of sex trafficking charges after a seven-week trial, with the verdict likely hinging on whether jurors believed he had the intent to coerce women into sex trafficking, which was difficult to prove beyond a reasonable doubt based on the evidence and testimonies.
The United States has stated that Israel has no intention to reoccupy Gaza, amid concerns over escalating violence in the region. The US has been in contact with Israeli officials to discuss the situation and has called for de-escalation and a ceasefire. The statement comes as tensions continue to rise between Israel and Hamas, with ongoing rocket attacks and airstrikes.
Major League Baseball upheld Astros pitcher Bryan Abreu's two-game suspension for hitting Adolis Garcia in Game 5 of the ALCS, but delayed it to the first two games of the 2024 season. While it's difficult to judge intent in the heat of the moment, the incident exposed weaknesses in MLB's on-field discipline model, particularly in the postseason. The league should allow more flexibility between umpire decisions and punishments, considering the uncertainty surrounding intent. The desire to police the game should not overshadow pragmatism, and in this case, the ejection from a pivotal game was likely punishment enough.