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US – A federal judge has ruled that a woman accusing Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual assault cannot proceed anonymously. The judge said Combs had the right to defend himself, and the public had a right to transparency in the case. The woman, who filed as Jane Doe, alleges Combs raped her in 2004 when she was 19. Her attorneys argued for anonymity due to fears of physical harm from Combs, but Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil noted Combs has had no contact with her for 20 years and is currently behind bars. She ordered the woman to refile under her real name by November 13 or face dismissal of her case.
Spain – Severe flash floods in Valencia, Spain, have killed at least 92 people, with dozens still missing. Up to 12 inches of rain fell in just hours in southern and eastern parts of the country, marking Valencia’s heaviest rainfall in 28 years. Emergency services are still searching for missing people. In Valencia, highways became impassable, vehicles were swept away, and a courthouse was converted into a temporary morgue as the toll is expected to rise further.
US – Justin Bieber faces a $380,349 property tax bill on his $16.6-million Coachella Valley home, with half due this month and the rest by April 2025. This news follows reports of his financial struggles. Bieber, 30, is allegedly considering suing former business managers for mishandling his money. Sources claim his team is divided over the lawsuit, citing Bieber’s spending habits as a concern despite his $300-million net worth. Insiders say his spending is “out of control” and that he’s surrounded by people who don’t prioritise his best interests.
Morocco – During a state visit to Rabat, President Emmanuel Macron stressed France and Morocco’s commitment to combating organised crime, drug trafficking, and illegal immigration through mutual trust and regulatory respect. Migration has strained relations between the two countries, with France reducing Moroccan visa approvals in 2021-22 to push for Morocco’s acceptance of deported nationals, sparking diplomatic tensions. Recent discussions focused on expediting the return of undocumented Moroccans to facilitate this process. Macron also highlighted the need to balance border control while encouraging cultural and other exchanges between the two countries.
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