Author: Tatiana Tait

  • Teacher Terminated for Allegedly Hitting Students with Yardstick for Taking Too Long to Wash Hands

    Teacher Terminated for Allegedly Hitting Students with Yardstick for Taking Too Long to Wash Hands

    A mother is furious after claims that a teacher struck her child with a yardstick for taking too long to wash her hands, as reported by MIRROR.

    According to the mother, the incident took place at Sousa Middle School in Washington DC, where a teacher allegedly swatted her 14-year-old daughter’s bottom while she was washing her hands after a science project. The mother stated that the incident occurred just as the school bell rang, with the teacher urging her daughter to hurry up. The student later reported the incident to the school counselor.

    The District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) is currently looking into the incident. Janel Doy Johnson, the mother of the teenager, told FOX5 that there are reportedly additional allegations of inappropriate behavior involving the teacher. The student also alleged that the teacher placed a brush given by another student into his pocket, suggesting that he did this so she would have to reach into his pocket to retrieve it.

    In response, school principal Brittany Green-Pascal sent a letter to parents stating,

    “I am writing to make you aware that an allegation of corporal punishment has recently been made against a Sousa staff member. DCPS treats any allegation of employee misconduct with the greatest importance.”

    The letter also stated that the staff member has been put on leave and will not be returning to the school during the ongoing investigation, as reported by Fox5.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Regina Ventura, Cassie’s Mother, Scheduled to Testify During Week Two of Diddy Trial, Reports Reveal

    Regina Ventura, Cassie’s Mother, Scheduled to Testify During Week Two of Diddy Trial, Reports Reveal

    CNN has revealed that Regina Ventura, the mother of singer Cassie, may take the witness stand as early as next week. 

    Prosecutor Maurene Comey mentioned that Regina could be called to provide her account following the testimony of Dawn Richard, a former artist of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ girl group “Danity Kane.” As it stands, Regina Ventura’s appearance in court is anticipated. 

    However, the prosecution’s strategy for obtaining Regina Ventura’s testimony is still unclear, as is the nature of the questions she will be asked while under oath.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Joe Exotic’s Spouse Deported to Mexico Following His Release from Prison, Reports Say

    Joe Exotic’s Spouse Deported to Mexico Following His Release from Prison, Reports Say

    Joe Exotic, famously known as “The Tiger King,” is back in the news following reports that his husband was deported to Mexico shortly after his release from prison, as reported by TMZ.

    A representative for Joe confirmed to the outlet that Jorge Marquez Flores, 33, was deported to Mexico on Friday after being freed from a Texas prison. Just a day prior, the “Tiger King” star had shared on social media that Jorge was taken to an ICE Detention Center for a hearing regarding his status in the U.S. Ultimately, he was sent back to Mexico just hours later, according to sources.

    Joe and Jorge got engaged in October 2024 and later tied the knot in April while still incarcerated. Jorge was serving a sentence for immigration-related offenses, while Joe is facing a 21-year prison term for his role in a murder-for-hire scheme aimed at his former co-star Carole Baskin. Previously, Joe had mentioned that he and Jorge intended to leave the United States once they were released from prison.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Two New York State Troopers Stabbed by Female Carjacking Suspect While Attempting to Make an Arrest

    Two New York State Troopers Stabbed by Female Carjacking Suspect While Attempting to Make an Arrest

    Two New York State troopers were stabbed by a suspected female car thief near Buffalo on Saturday afternoon, according to officials as reported by the NY Post

    The incident took place around 3:25 p.m. when the officers approached a stolen vehicle at Crosby’s Gas Station in Bolivar. As they tried to arrest the driver, she resisted. She allegedly stabbed one trooper above the eye and the other in the head, said New York State Police.

    One of the troopers discharged their firearm but did not hit the suspect, police stated. The alleged carjacker was apprehended with minor injuries. The trooper who was stabbed in the eye was transported to Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester in serious condition. The investigation is still ongoing.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • CBP Officers Seize $875K Worth of Marijuana Hidden in a Shipment of Men’s Overalls

    CBP Officers Seize $875K Worth of Marijuana Hidden in a Shipment of Men’s Overalls

    US Customs and Border Protection officers in Baltimore seized $875,000 worth of marijuana that was hidden in a shipment disguised as men’s overalls, according to the NY Post

    On April 29, officers discovered over 200 pounds of the psychoactive substance concealed within 155 vacuum-sealed packages, as stated in a press release from CBP. The drug-laden packages were being sent via air cargo to Belgium and were labeled as “brace overalls for men / heavy duty workwear bib.”

    CBP noted that while the marijuana has a street value of approximately $875,000 in the US, its worth could potentially double or triple in Europe, depending on its potency. “Smugglers, including transnational criminal organizations, based in oversaturated marijuana markets, attempt to generate revenue by illegally exporting bulk shipments to markets across the globe,” Jason Kropiewnicki, the acting area port director for the Area Port of Baltimore, said in a statement.

    According to CBP, special agents from Homeland Security Investigations Border Enforcement Security Task Force are currently investigating the matter.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Ziploc Brand Hit with New Class Action Lawsuit for Misleading Packaging, Reports Say

    Ziploc Brand Hit with New Class Action Lawsuit for Misleading Packaging, Reports Say

    A class action lawsuit has been filed against Ziploc, according to the Kitchen. The resealable plastic bag brand is being accused of false advertising.

    Linda Cheslow, a resident of California, is suing Ziploc’s parent company, S.C. Johnson & Son Inc., for misleading packaging on Ziploc products. The lawsuit claims that the materials used in these products, which include polyethylene and polypropylene, have been scientifically shown to potentially release microplastics when exposed to extreme temperatures.

    Ziploc markets its products as safe for use in microwaves and freezers. 

    What Are Microsplastics?

    Microplastics are tiny plastic particles, measuring less than 5 millimeters. It can be harmful to the body if ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin, reports note. “There are some recent studies suggesting that microplastics have been found to contribute to strokes,” according to Dr. Alex LeBeau, a toxicologist and certified industrial hygienis. “However, critiques of other vascular-related studies have indicated a lack of associated health effects from the presence of microplastics.”

    A spokesperson for S.C. Johnson told USA Today in a statement, “We believe Ziploc products are safe when used as directed and the claims in this lawsuit are without merit.”

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Justin Bieber Declares He Is ‘Not Among’ Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Victims As the Rap Mogul Faces a Sex-Trafficking Trial

    Justin Bieber Declares He Is ‘Not Among’ Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Victims As the Rap Mogul Faces a Sex-Trafficking Trial

    At the height of Diddy’s trial, where he faces allegations of sexual trafficking, pop star Justin Bieber aimed to dispel rumors surrounding his relationship to the Hip Hop mogul. 

    “Although Justin is not among Sean Combs’ victims, there are individuals who were genuinely harmed by him,” the “Peaches” crooner’s rep told Page Six Thursday. “Shifting focus away from this reality detracts from the justice these victims rightfully deserve.”

    Last year, fans speculated that the 31-year-old “Baby” singer might have been a victim of Combs’ purported behavior. At that time, old videos of the two resurfaced, including one deemed “creepy,” in which they discussed the 48 hours they would spend together when Bieber was just 15. Another clip featured Combs urging the young pop star to keep the details of their time together a secret.

    “Where we hanging out and what we doing, we can’t really disclose, but it’s definitely a 15-year-old’s dream,” Combs, 55, can be heard saying in the clip.

    Initially, Bieber chose not to address the allegations directly, but sources told People that his primary focus was on his son, Jack Blues, and his wife, Hailey Bieber.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Melania Trump’s Statue Cut Off at the Feet and Stolen from Her Homeland of Slovenia

    Melania Trump’s Statue Cut Off at the Feet and Stolen from Her Homeland of Slovenia

    A bronze statue of former First Lady Melania Trump has been stolen in her home country of Slovenia, with a daring thief cutting it off at the ankles, according to the NY Post.

    The sculpture, which was secured to a tree stump in a field near Melania’s hometown of Sevnica, disappeared on Tuesday, as reported by Agence France-Presse. Authorities noted that the life-size statue had been cut off at the feet.

    “The theft was reported on 13 May and immediately police officers visited the crime scene and launched an investigation,” a police spokesperson said Thursday.

    This artwork, created by American conceptual artist Brad Downey, was put in place after a wooden statue resembling the First Lady was destroyed by arsonists in 2020. Downey expressed that he felt “a bit sad that it’s gone.” “My feeling is that it has something to do with the new election [of Donald Trump], but who knows, right?” the artist said.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Jadakiss Says He ‘Hates’ the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles After Years of Being Memed as the Cartoon Characters

    Jadakiss Says He ‘Hates’ the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles After Years of Being Memed as the Cartoon Characters

    Jadakiss is fed up with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comparison. For years, social media has poked fun at the rapper with memes and images portraying him as one of the beloved superheroes.

    While appearing on the Good PizzZa podcast, the 49-year-old sat down with fellow LOX member Styles P. When the host asked them about their favorite Ninja Turtle, Jada quickly replied, “I hate the f*ckin’ Ninja Turtles.”

    “They been callin’ me a Ninja Turtle for years,” he added. “Fuck Ninja Turtles! At least lemme voice one of them shits if I’m gonna be compared to ’em.” The comparisons were most prevalent when the rapper had his head shaved completely. However, he has now grown his hair back and wants to move beyond the Ninja Turtle nickname.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Woman Shoots Boyfriend and Fires Bullets Into Nearby Apartment After Finding Him Cheating

    Woman Shoots Boyfriend and Fires Bullets Into Nearby Apartment After Finding Him Cheating

    A woman is facing charges for allegedly shooting her boyfriend after finding him in bed with another woman, which resulted in bullets striking a nearby apartment and causing a family to seek shelter, according to KLAS.

    Jessica Kennedy, 34, is charged with attempted murder, child abuse, and domestic battery with a deadly weapon causing significant bodily injury, as per court documents. On Thursday, May 8, someone called 911 to report a shooting at an apartment complex near Fremont Street and Eastern Avenue. The caller whispered to a dispatcher, “Please come, someone is shooting,” documents said.

    Officers arrived to find a man injured in a nearby alley, according to their report. The man later informed the police that his girlfriend, identified as Kennedy, had shot him. A neighbor reported to the police that she heard multiple gunshots coming through the wall, nearly hitting a child. She and her son took cover under their kitchen table until the authorities arrived.

    Woman Admits to Shooting Boyfriend

    Another witness recalled hearing a man and woman arguing before the gunfire erupted. Surveillance footage obtained by the police captured Kennedy, banging on a door while holding a gun and saying, “You want to play with me?” before shooting. The woman then moved to another door, stating, “That felt good. Imma [sic] kill you [expletive]” before discharging another round, per the police report.

    Kennedy, who is a convicted felon and prohibited from having a firearm, told police that she had recently “purchased a handgun on the streets… for protection,” according to the documents. She said that when she returned to the apartment, she found the victim engaging in sexual activity with another woman. “Jessica described that she was upset about the situation and [admitted] to shooting the handgun into the apartment through the window.” The victim is expected to survive, police said. Kennedy’s bail is set at $50,000 records show.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?