Latest news with #CoverImages
The Irish Sun
05-07-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Two popular apps loved by millions to shut down forever in DAYS – and you might be owed some cash
TWO popular apps used by millions of mobile users are set to shut down next week - and it might mean you're owed some cash. Mobile apps Pocket and Glitch will both close on 8 July. 3 But Pocket's Premium subscribers may be owed refunds for the remaining time left on their subscriptions Credit: Mozilla 3 The Glitch app, aimed at web developers, is also handing out refunds to its subscribers Credit: Glitch Pocket was removed from app stores in late May, when sales of subscriptions also stopped. But Pocket's Premium subscribers may be owed refunds for the remaining time left on their subscriptions. A subscription for the read-it-later app costs $4.99 per month or $44.99 (£32.99) per year. So if you paid for an annual membership that will not be fulfilled, you should expect some money to be deposited back onto the card you used for payments. READ MORE ON APPS Mozilla, which owns the app, said annual subscribers will receive their refunds after 8 July. No action is necessary - just wait for the money to land. It's worth noting that while the app will shut down next week, users will have until 8 October to download their saved data before all Pocket data is permanently deleted. The Glitch app, aimed at web developers, is also handing out refunds to its subscribers. Most read in Tech Those who forked out $96 (£70) for an annual Glitch Pro subscription and have paid time left will receive a refund. Users have until the end of the year to download their projects before all the data is wiped for good. Huge Global Data Breach: 16 Billion Accounts at Risk 3 No action is necessary - just wait for the money to land Credit: Cover Images
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Cassie bursts into tears as she recalls escort peeing in her mouth & Diddy's final texts as she's pressed on $20m payout
An audio recording of Cassie threatening 'I'm going to kill you' was played for the jury on Friday FINAL HUMILIATION Cassie bursts into tears as she recalls escort peeing in her mouth & Diddy's final texts as she's pressed on $20m payout Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SEAN "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura burst into tears moments before concluding her disturbing testimony on day five of Combs' federal sex trafficking trial. In a heartbreaking moment on the stand, Cassie said she would trade her $20 million settlement from Combs if it meant she never had to endure his drug-fueled sex parties through their 10-year relationship. 4 Cassie Ventura heading to day four of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' federal sex trafficking trial in New York City on Thursday Credit: Cover Images 4 Combs watches as defense lawyer Anna Estevao cross-examines Cassie Ventura on Friday Credit: Reuters 4 Cassie Ventura, one of Combs' alleged victims, and Combs at the Met Gala in New York City in May 2015 Credit: AP 4 Hotel security camera video showing Combs violently attacking Cassie in a Los Angeles hotel hallway in 2016 Credit: AP A very pregnant Cassie underwent her final day of grueling cross-examination on Friday as the defense tried to prove she willingly engaged in Combs' sick orgies called "freak-offs." She burst into tears as she recalled a male escort urinating on her and Combs allegedly beating her during the twisted parties where he forced her to have sex with other men while he watched. When pressed on the stand about the money she received from her lawsuit against Combs, Cassie wiped away tears as she said, "I'd give that money back if I never had to have freak-offs. "If I never had to have freak-offs, I would have agency and autonomy. I wouldn't have had to work so hard to get it back.' Cassie testified that she ended her relationship with Combs in 2018, but that the two stayed in touch even after he allegedly raped her while she was dating her now-husband Alex Fine. Combs reached out to congratulate on her pregnancy in 2019 and told her that she was one of the "greatest women in the world." The court saw one of his final texts to Cassie from March 2020, which read, "One day I hope you forgive me. "We're honestly lucky to be alive. We went hard. Please know I send this message with all respect to your marriage. Love.' Cassie testified that she never participated in another "freak-off," which had occurred weekly for years, after they split. It comes as… Cassie Ventura testified that Sean Combs became jealous and took her phone when he heard she was dating an NFL player He also took her phone after he heard she danced with Chris Brown, which Cassie denied on the stand An audio recording of Cassie threatening a man who secretly recorded a "freak-off" was played for the jury on Friday The judge became furious at lawyers when he found out Cassie, who is 8 months pregnant, might have to return to the stand next week Cassie revealed she was paid $20 million to settle her lawsuit against Combs Ex-hotel security guard Israel Florez testified on Monday about being offered cash after Combs attacked Cassie in 2016 Male escort Daniel Phillip took the stand to speak about how he was paid to have sex with Cassie in front of Combs Combs turned down a plea deal days before jury selection got underway CASSIE'S TESTIMONY Over her first two days of questioning by prosecutors, Cassie recounted details of multiple "freak-offs" and violent episodes. Cassie told the court Combs made incessant demands for orgies, which would last for up to four days as she took drugs including cocaine, ecstasy, and mushrooms to stay awake. She said she was terrified to refuse Combs' orders out of fear he would hurt her and share videos of the "freak-offs." An audio recording of Cassie threatening a man she suspected of having a "freak-off" video was played for the jury on Friday, where Cassie said, "I'm going to kill you, and then he's gonna kill you again." Combs faces five criminal counts, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, and transportation to engage in prostitution. The rapper has pleaded not guilty to all charges as prosecutors continue to paint him as the ringleader of a criminal enterprise. He has denied all allegations against him and insists he's only engaged in consensual sex. If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673. Read our Diddy trial updates blog for the latest updates from court...
Scottish Sun
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Cassie grilled on Kid Cudi and Michael B. Jordan flings as she insists she had to do Diddy ‘freak-offs' despite breakup
Cassie was also asked whether baby oil used in 'freak-offs' was laced with drugs 'IT WAS A JOB' Cassie grilled on Kid Cudi and Michael B. Jordan flings as she insists she had to do Diddy 'freak-offs' despite breakup Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SEAN "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura has been grilled on the stand about her flings with other celebrities while she dated the disgraced hip hop mogul at day four of his federal sex trafficking trial. Cassie dated rapper Kid Cudi and actor Michael B. Jordan throughout her 10-year relationship with Combs, which she claims sparked violent beatings and threats of blackmail from her ex-boyfriend. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Cassie Ventura heading to day four of Sean 'Diddy' Comb's federal sex trafficking trial in New York City on May 15, 2025 Credit: Cover Images 4 Combs takes notes as Cassie Ventura is under cross-examination on May 15, 2025 Credit: Reuters 4 Cassie Ventura, one of Combs' alleged victims, and Combs at the Met Gala in New York City in May 2015 Credit: AP 4 Hotel security camera video showing Combs violently attacking Cassie in a LA hotel hallway in 2016 Credit: AP Cassie, the government's star witness, has spent three days testifying about the abuse she suffered under Combs, including when he allegedly raped her when she was dating her now-husband Alex Fine. As the defense tries to prove that she was a willing participant in Combs' disturbing orgies he called "freak-offs," Cassie claimed she was forced to participate in the sex parties even when the two split up. She said she started dating Kid Cudi, whose real name is Scott Mescudi, while she and Combs were on a break from dating in 2011. As she was dating Mescudi, Cassie said she still had "freak-offs" with Combs because "it was a job" to her. She said during one of their "freak-offs," Combs found her burner phone that she used to communicate with Mescudi and allegedly beat her and threatened to expose videos of their sex parties. Despite Combs having relationships with other women throughout their relationship, Cassie testified that it was "scary" when he found out she was interested in other men, also including Michael B. Jordan. Jordan and Cassie had a brief fling when she was filming a movie in South Africa in 2015, which she says she started partly because she was getting back at Combs for being involved with another woman. It comes as… Sean Combs asked reporters 'How you doing' on a brief break on Thursday The judge became furious at lawyers when he found out that Cassie Ventura, who is eight months pregnant, might have to return to the stand next week Cassie said Combs raped her after they broke up in 2018 and that they had sex one more time voluntarily She said she suffered from medical issues after being forced to participate in "freak-offs" She recalled how Combs used his staff to control her and make sure she didn't escape after he beat her Ex-hotel security guard Israel Florez testified on Monday about working when Combs attacked Cassie in 2016 Male escort Daniel Phillip took the stand to speak about how he was paid to have sex with Ventura in front of Combs Combs turned down plea deal days before jury selection got underway CASSIE'S TESTIMONY Over her first two days of direct questioning by prosecutors, Cassie recounted the details of multiple "freak-offs," violent episodes, and accused Combs of rape. Cassie also told the court Combs made incessant demands for orgies, which took place weekly and would last for up to four days as she took drugs including cocaine, ecstasy, and mushrooms to stay awake. She said was terrified to refuse Combs' orders out of fear he would share videos of the "freak-offs," paired with his increasingly violent behavior and manipulative control. Combs is standing trial for five criminal counts, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, and transportation to engage in prostitution. The rapper has pleaded not guilty to all charges and has been stone-faced in court - besides a smile to greet his family - as prosecutors continue to paint him as the ringleader of a criminal enterprise. He has denied all allegations against him and insisted he's only engaged in consensual sex. If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673. Read our Diddy trial updates blog for the latest updates from court...
