Prosecutors: Ghislaine Maxwell a “sophisticated predator”

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3 years ago

December 21, 2021

Closing arguments in Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex-trafficking trial began in federal court in Manhattan on Monday with a chilling message:

The closing arguments in Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex trafficking trial have been delivered with prosecutors describing the disgraced socialite as a “sophisticated predator”

Lawyers say she was a grown woman who preyed on vulnerable kids targeting those who were struggling with their own personal lives.

The court also heard that Maxwell “knew exactly what she was doing” at all times when she recruited and groomed young girls for Jeffrey Epstein.

Maxwell trial continues / Image: Supplied

Maxwell was arrested in July 2020 for alleged involvement in the sexual abuse of minor teenagers by Jeffrey Epstein

The pair mixed with many of the world’s elite including Prince Andrew, Bill Clinton and Donald Trump.

Meanwhile, Maxwell’s defence accused prosecutors of cherry-picking evidence “like a sensational tabloid”.

Four of her siblings attended court for the hearing on Monday walking arm-in-arm and speaking with their sister in French.

Maxwell was arrested in July 2020 for alleged involvement in the sexual abuse of minor teenagers by Jeffrey Epstein

Maxwell has pleaded not guilty to all of the charges and faces up to 80 years in prison if convicted.

Billionaire & engineer make history after world’s first private space mission

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3 hours ago

September 13, 2024

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A billionaire and an engineer have made history with the world’s first private spacewalk aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon capsule.

Jared Isaacman and Sarah Gillis stepped outside SpaceX’s Crew Dragon capsule for nearly two hours, tethered to the craft as it orbited Earth.

This risky mission tested new spacesuits and technology, pushing the limits of private space travel. #featured #trending

Money

What to expect for IPO markets

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9 hours ago

September 13, 2024

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With high interest rates and geopolitical uncertainty–what’s in store for IPO markets?

As the second half of 2024 begins, the IPO market is poised for a potential rebound after a sluggish start to the year.

With improving economic conditions and renewed investor confidence, more companies seem to be considering going public, creating market optimism.

However, challenges such as inflation and geopolitical uncertainties remain key factors to watch.

Dean Quiambao, a partner at Armanino joins Veronica Dudo to discuss what experts are predicting for the IPO landscape in the coming months and how businesses are positioning themselves for success.

#IN AMERICA TODAY #trending #IPO #IPOmarkets #ratecuts

Leaders

Harris, Biden & Trump unite for 9/11 ceremony

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21 hours ago

September 12, 2024

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New York City has marked 23 years since the 9/11 terror attacks that claimed nearly 3,000 lives and reshaped the nation.

Families of the victims gather at the 9/11 Memorial, keeping a sacred promise to remember the fallen with six moments of silence.

These moments mark key events from that tragic morning: the strikes on the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and the crash of Flight 93 in Pennsylvania.

Also a moment of unity on the campaign trail, as President Biden, Trump, and Vice President Kamala Harris came together at the 9/11 ceremony. #featured #trending