Miesha Shakes wants to question Montia Sabbag about the recording and its investigation in her ongoing legal dispute with Hart.
Kevin Hart's former ****** istant Miesha Shakes wants Montia Sabbag, the woman involved in his 2017 ****** tape scandal, to testify in the comedian's lawsuit against her.
In court documents obtained by TMZ, Shakes said she wants to question Sabbag about the recording and the investigation that followed. She also plans to testify herself and call Hart as a witness.
Hart sued Shakes in December 2023 after she discussed his private life during an interview with blogger Tasha K, whose real name is Latasha Kebe. Shakes worked for Hart's company from August 2017 to October 2020. His complaint accused her of defamation and breaching a nondisclosure agreement. Hart denied her claims that he recorded a ****** ual encounter and faced criminal charges over it.
Shakes argues the agreement is invalid because Hart failed to meet obligations under it. Hart disputes that argument and says her comments damaged his reputation. In June 2026, he asked a judge to order Shakes to pay $50,000, citing the damages provision in their agreement.

#shakes #sabbag #wants #montia

A family trip to Dollywood took an unexpected turn for Britney Spears after footage from one of the park's rides sparked criticism online. The pop star documented her excitement while riding a spinning attraction during the outing with her sons, Sean Preston and Jayden James Federline. However, some viewers objected to her repeatedly yelling an expletive at the family-oriented theme park. One critic branded Spears "clueless and classless," while another accused her of deliberately attracting attention despite covering her face to avoid being recognized.
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Spears visited the Tennessee theme park with Sean and Jayden, sharing a rare photograph of herself posing between her two adult sons. The 44-year-old singer wore a striped top and denim miniskirt while covering much of her face with sunglasses and a mask. Sean and Jayden coordinated in white T-shirts and sneakers.
"Wow wow!!! I didn't know this place existed, so incredibly cool and exciting," Spears wrote on Instagram. She added that the weather was "extremely hot" and joked that her skirt was too big before declaring, "Family outings!!! DOLLYWOOD IS ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE!!!"

#family #Instagram

Halle Berry's daughter, Nahla Aubry, has defended her mother against child abuse allegations.
Last week, the Oscar-winning actress's ex-husband, Olivier Martinez, filed legal documents in which he alleged Berry had recently physically attacked their 12-year-old son Maceo.
A Los Angeles County judge granted the Unfaithful star a temporary restraining order, requiring Berry to stay 100 yards (91 metres) from him until the next hearing on 16 October.
The Catwoman actress denied all allegations made by Martinez, and in a declaration obtained by People on Wednesday, Nahla insisted Berry is a "loving and devoted parent".
"I never observed anything abusive about her parenting," the 18-year-old began. "I have never seen my mom hit, slap, choke, grab, or physically abuse Maceo in any way. I have never seen my mom place her hands around Maceo's neck, put him in a chokehold, restrict his breathing, or engage in any conduct remotely resembling the allegations that have been made against her."
Additionally, Nahla emphasised that Berry has "always made time for" her two children alongside her work commitments and "coordinates" their schedules so they can spend as much time together as possible.

#never #martinez

Former Bachelor Australia star and fitness coach Sam Wood will remain in jail after he was denied bail over alleged domestic violence offences.
Wood was arrested on Saturday at a beachfront property on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, and later charged with domestic violence ***** ault and strangulation.
His lawyer told the court on Thursday Wood may argue he acted in self defence during a family fight, but stressed he denies the strangulation charge.
The 46-year-old rose to fame in the 2015 season of the reality TV show and later became the public face of a popular online home fitness and nutrition brand, 28 by Sam Wood - from which he was dumped after his arrest.
Wood - who lives in Melbourne but was on holiday in Noosa - appeared via videolink at Maroochydore Magistrates Court where he applied for bail after five nights in custody.

#Fitness #violence #strangulation #former

Dolly Parton's estate has claimed that the late country music icon's nephew, Bryan Seaver, went to extraordinary lengths to evade being served with a summons—including allegedly draping barbed wire around the entrance to his property.
Seaver, who announced the "9 to 5" hitmaker's death on Aug. 25, was fired from his longtime role as head of security at Parton's properties on Sept. 16.
What followed was a bitter legal battle, with the entity tasked with protecting Parton's brand accusing Seaver of making threats of violence and vowing to destroy the singer's legacy. Seaver has fiercely denied the allegations against him.
On Oct. 2, he filed a motion asking the court to postpone a hearing scheduled for Oct. 9, claiming he had been unable to secure an attorney to represent him.
Dolly Parton's estate has claimed that the late country music icon's nephew, Bryan Seaver, went to extraordinary lengths to evade being served with a summons—including allegedly draping barbed wire around the entrance to his property. (Katherine Bomboy/NBC via Getty Images)

#seaver #late #nephew #went

Kevin Hart faced a new development in his ongoing legal battle with former **** istant Miesha Shakes, who wanted Montia Sabbag to testify in the case.
Sabbag became involved in the comedian's 2017 **** tape controversy and later sued Hart. Shakes now wanted to question her about that episode and the investigation that followed.
According to court documents, Shakes identified Sabbag as a potential witness in the Kevin Hart lawsuit.
Sabbag previously filed a $60 million lawsuit against Hart in 2019. She alleged that he recorded their **** ual encounter without her consent. Hart denied wrongdoing, and the case was eventually dismissed.
As per TMZ, Shakes wanted Sabbag's testimony as part of a separate dispute involving a non-disclosure agreement.

#montia

Kevin Hart's 2017 ***** tape scandal could resurface in court as Montia Sabbag may be called to testify in the comedian's ongoing legal battle. Sabbag, who was involved in the controversial recording, could now face questions about the incident and the investigation that followed.
Kevin Hart's former ***** istant Miesha Shakes is seeking testimony from Montia Sabbag in her legal dispute with the comedian, potentially bringing Hart's controversial 2017 ***** tape scandal back into the spotlight. According to TMZ, Shakes wants Sabbag questioned about the video and the investigation that followed.
Sabbag was at the center of the scandal after a video involving her and Hart became the subject of an extortion investigation. She has acknowledged that she appears in the recording but has denied any involvement in making it or in the extortion attempt that followed. Shakes now reportedly wants her account of those events to become part of the current proceedings.
Sabbag's potential involvement comes amid a separate dispute between Hart and Shakes over a non-disclosure agreement. Hart has accused his former ***** istant of violating the agreement by discussing his personal life in an interview with a blogger. Shakes has disputed that claim and argued that Hart failed to fulfill obligations under the agreement, which she says makes the deal invalid.
The two sides also disagree over who is responsible for damage to Hart's reputation. Hart has accused Shakes of harming his public image, while Shakes has argued that Hart's own actions have contributed to it, citing the ***** tape controversy among other examples. Shakes plans to testify in the case and wants Hart to do the same. The legal proceedings are ongoing.

#sabbag

Russell Brand appeared in court with his wife, Laura, ahead of his upcoming rape and ****** ual ****** ault trial. The comedian, who denied the charges, faced allegations from six women over a 10-year period between 1999 and 2009.
The case involved seven charges in total: three counts of rape, three charges of ****** ual ****** ault and one allegation of indecent ****** ault. Brand pleaded not guilty to all the charges, which related to allegations involving six women.
According to Metro, Brand arrived at Southwark Crown Court with Laura and a security guard for the first of two pre-trial hearing days. Laura wore a yellow suit and sunglasses, while Brand wore a grey suit, black trousers, a collarless shirt and brown boots, along with sunglasses. The couple did not speak as they entered the court.
Meanwhile, his trial was scheduled to begin on Monday, October 12, and could continue for up to 10 weeks. Brand remained on bail as the criminal proceedings moved forward.
Brand pleaded not guilty in February. As he arrived at court at the time, he told Sky News that he was feeling "blessed" and carried a blue book bearing the words "Holy Bible," with post-it notes attached inside.

#laura #charges

SPY trades up 14% year-to-date near $778, yet Burry calls the market in denial, which he views as the first stage before a 2000 or 2008-style collapse.
Burry's last known positions were puts on NVDA and PLTR, disclosed in November 2025, before he shut down Scion and stopped filing with the SEC.
Burry's denial stage has already started, and given his nine-month ceiling, the next phase could arrive within 270 days, possibly much sooner.
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Michael Burry posted a two-sentence market call on X early Tuesday, and unlike most market warnings that lack a timeline, this one gives a duration.

#stage #november

There's zero chance that Halle Berry and ex-husband Olivier Martinez will reach a compromise amid their battle over 13-year-old son Maceo, a source tells Star.
"The hatred between these two is off the charts," reveals the source. "There's years and years of ugly history."
On Thursday, October 1, People reported that the Unfaithful actor, 60, was granted a temporary restraining order against the Oscar-winning actress, 60, as well as modified visitation after he accused her of physically abusing Maceo.
"Olivier's accusing Halle of being dangerous and saying he needs to protect their son from her, which is something she vehemently denies," reveals the source. "She's furious and says all Olivier is doing is trying to alienate her son from her."
In documents obtained by Star, the Monster's Ball actress asked that their former custody agreement, which grants her 50/50 custody and tie-breaking authority, be reinstated and that Martinez be forced to attend court-ordered therapy sessions.

#star #actress

In her latest Instagram montage, pregnant Ciara treats maternity wear as a fashion playground, moving from slouchy streetwear to sheer black lace in under 20 seconds. Throughout the video, Ciara keeps her baby **** p front and center, and the pregnant styling never feels like an afterthought. Some of her looks drape the **** p in oversized layers, while others put it fully on display.
Ciara owns maternity fashion, and she showcases it with confidence on her social media. The clip plays over "Yes (ATL)", Ciara's single with Young Dro. Her caption reads, "Baby, you a Boss not a Wannabe."
The montage opens with a relaxed look. Ciara wears a black sleeveless zip-up vest over loose black shorts with white side stripes, while chunky black boots and dark sunglasses complete the outfit.
Next comes a sleeker option. Ciara, visibly pregnant here, wears a soft grey maxi dress that traces her baby **** p before flaring outwards at the hem. A faded denim jacket rests on her shoulders, and a chunky chain-link necklace adds edge to the outfit. She also wears a pair of sunglasses and cradles her **** p.
A heavily pregnant Ciara then shows that maternity fashion can lean into grunge as easily as glamor. Her third look is tailored and understated. The 40-year-old poses in a stone courtyard, wearing a black **** on-up shirt, a black miniskirt, and dark loafers.

#ciara #fashion #look

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly walking back their "hot-headed" comments about the royal family. Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, the Sussexes have made explosive claims against senior royals. A source has now claimed that the remorse has sparked talks of reconciliation, with the couple apparently considering an apology to Prince William.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reportedly plan to apologize to the royal family for remarks made during their explosive 2021 interview with Oprah Winfrey. A source told the Daily Express that the couple has been aware "that they would need to eat humble pie" following their UK return.
However, the insider continued, "Their one big regret about leaving the royal family for the US was their interview with Oprah, and Meghan knows her biggest mistake was her claim that a royal family member had discussed Archie's skin colour."
For more context, Meghan alleged that there were "concerns and conversations" within the royal family about what complexion her son Archie would have before his birth. The comments came after the Sussexes stepped down as senior royals and relocated to the US. As the couple would not reveal who made the remark, it created a fallout that forced Prince William to issue a denial to the press.
Speaking about the move, the insider added, "Harry was angry with his family at the time, and backed Meghan up, but they now realise what a low blow it was. They both know they're hot-headed and realise they took things too far, and they should have kept quiet." The source further shared that the Sussexes want a face-to-face meeting to address their previous remarks, where Meghan will apologize.

#sussexes

FKA Twigs has resolved her latest legal dispute with ex-boyfriend Shia LaBeouf.
The two came to an agreement before the case went to court, and the Two Weeks singer is now free to speak about her experiences during her relationship with the actor.
Twigs, whose real name is Tahliah Barnett, requested the dismissal of her case in the Los Angeles County Superior Court against LaBeouf after the two resolved a dispute over a confidentiality provision in their settlement agreement.
The dispute stemmed from a lawsuit Twigs filed against LaBeouf in December 2020. The former couple dated from around July 2018 to May 2019. Twigs accused LaBeouf of ***** ual battery, ***** ault and infliction of emotional distress, among other claims.
LaBeouf denied the allegations.
"Twigs stood up for something larger than herself, all female survivors of ***** ual abuse," her attorney Mathew Rosengart told People magazine.

#shia

In her latest Instagram montage, pregnant Ciara treats maternity wear as a fashion playground, moving from slouchy streetwear to sheer black lace in under 20 seconds. Throughout the video, Ciara keeps her baby ****** p front and center, and the pregnant styling never feels like an afterthought. Some of her looks drape the ****** p in oversized layers, while others put it fully on display.
Ciara owns maternity fashion, and she showcases it with confidence on her social media. The clip plays over "Yes (ATL)", Ciara's single with Young Dro. Her caption reads, "Baby, you a Boss not a Wannabe."
The montage opens with a relaxed look. Ciara wears a black sleeveless zip-up vest over loose black shorts with white side stripes, while chunky black boots and dark sunglasses complete the outfit.
Next comes a sleeker option. Ciara, visibly pregnant here, wears a soft grey maxi dress that traces her baby ****** p before flaring outwards at the hem. A faded denim jacket rests on her shoulders, and a chunky chain-link necklace adds edge to the outfit. She also wears a pair of sunglasses and cradles her ****** p.
A heavily pregnant Ciara then shows that maternity fashion can lean into grunge as easily as glamor. Her third look is tailored and understated. The 40-year-old poses in a stone courtyard, wearing a black ****** on-up shirt, a black miniskirt, and dark loafers.

#baby #montage

American Tower Corporation (NYSE:AMT) traded at around $165 on October 6, within five dollars of its 52-week low of $160.06.
The company keeps 45.41% of revenue as operating profit on a portfolio of communications towers leased to wireless carriers. A business that profitable sitting at a 52-week low is usually a disagreement about the future rather than the present.
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A tower is difficult to replicate for reasons that have nothing to do with engineering. Local authorities restrict where new structures can go, so an existing site near a highway or a dense suburb cannot simply be copied next door.
The economics follow from that scarcity. The first tenant on a tower covers the construction and the ground lease, and each additional tenant is close to pure margin. Gross margin of 73.77% is what that layering produces, and the 45.41% operating margin is what survives after the overheads.

#NYSE

Drake's representative denied speculation that he is expecting a child with former girlfriend Keshia Chanté, who announced her pregnancy on Oct. 6
Chanté is seven months pregnant with a boy, but has not publicly identified the father of her baby
Drake shares 8-year-old son Adonis with French artist Sophie Brussaux
Drake's rep is denying rumors that he's a father of two.
On Tuesday, Oct. 6, a rep for the Canadian rapper, 39, shut down rumors that the Certified Lover Boy artist fathered a child with fellow Canadian musician Keshia Chanté, 38.

#chant #rumors #adonis #french

Florida exempts a $600,000 IRA from Medicaid's $2,000 ***** et limit once the account enters payout status through RMDs or regular distributions.
Every IRA distribution counts as income against Florida's $2,982 monthly cap, and nearly all of it goes directly to the nursing home.
A named IRA beneficiary keeps the remaining balance out of probate, blocking Florida's estate recovery claim under Fla. Stat. § 409.9101.
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A Florida retiree entering long-term care with $600,000 in her IRA looks like an automatic Medicaid denial. A single applicant there can't hold more than $2,000 in countable ***** ets. Thankfully, Florida's IRA Medicaid rules leave a narrow opening: once a retirement account is in payout status, the state can exclude the balance from the ***** et count. This means withdrawals still count, each distribution is treated as income, and that income ends up paying most of her nursing home bill.

#Florida #once #account

Famed "Big Short" investor Michael Burry isn't letting go of his bearish views towards Wall Street.
"The stock market is quite obviously in its first stage of grief, denial," Burry recently wrote on X. "Per 2000 and 2008, this stage lasts 6-9 months."
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#burry #short #wall #jeff

The $110 billion merger of Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery closed on Tuesday after Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan denied a last-minute effort to halt the deal.
The new company — known as Skydance (SKYD)— brings the HBO Max and Paramount+ streaming services under one umbrella, roughly seven months after Paramount won a long bidding war with Netflix (NFLX) for Warner Bros.
The merger faced plenty of pushback and a long road to closing.
"The completed transaction unites two of media and entertainment's most storied companies, each with a history spanning more than a century, giving the combined business a rare legacy to build on," Skydance stated in a press release. "The aim of the combined company is to build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology."
The company's entertainment franchises span "Sopranos" to "SpongeBob SquarePants" and "Euphoria" to "Harry Potter." The portfolio also encompasses television networks CBS, CBS News, CBS Sports, CNN, TNT, TBS, Nickelodeon, and MTV, among others.

#build

Halle Berry spent Sunday with her son, Maceo, before asking a Los Angeles judge to restore the parenting arrangement she previously shared with ex-husband Olivier Martinez. Her request, filed Monday, Oct. 5, seeks a return to their 2023 agreement for 50/50 custody, Entertainment Weekly reported.
A temporary restraining order issued Oct. 1 changed Berry's parenting time but allowed her to continue seeing her son during specified daytime hours. The order covered both Martinez and Maceo, according to records reviewed by PEOPLE.
Martinez sought protection after alleging that Berry physically attacked Maceo during a Sept. 26 dispute. Her attorney, Marina Beck, denied his account and called the filing "entirely meritless and deliberately misleading."
Berry, 60, was accompanied on the Oct. 4 visit by her fiancé, musician Van Hunt. They spent time together one day before Maceo's 13th birthday.
An eyewitness told PEOPLE that Berry chatted with Maceo at a Los Angeles Sky Zone before he joined an indoor soccer game. She and Hunt watched from nearby. When a fan approached for a selfie, Berry declined because she was spending time with her child. TMZ also published BACKGRID footage of the trio shopping at Best Buy that day.

#hunt

Sarah "Fergie" Ferguson is keeping a close eye on the latest royal drama, with a source claiming she's looking to use the turmoil to her own advantage.
"Sarah is holding off on a book deal for now, figuring that by showing loyalty, or at least keeping her mouth shut, it's only fair that they cut her a break and help her with a path back towards respectability or, at the very least, a place to live," the source tells Examiner. "They don't need any more enemies."
As Examiner previously reported, King Charles III and Queen Camilla have both been enraged by the Tuesday, September 22 release of Swan Song: Diana, My Sister. In the tell-all, Princess Diana's brother, Charles Spencer, alleges the monarch "sounded giddily elated" after Di's 1997 death. The 62-year-old also claims Buckingham Palace denied the late Princess of Wales' funeral wishes.
Through an official statement released to Page Six, the king, 77, in an unprecedented move, suggested his former brother-in-law's account was clouded by "grief."
Days after the bombshell book hit shelves, Fergie, 66, shot down rumors she was writing her own memoir to People.

#king

Gisele Bundchen is soaking up quality time with her family in New York City. The supermodel was recently photographed on a relaxed day out with her 13-year-old daughter, Vivian, and the two looked more alike than ever. Their easygoing style quickly caught the attention of fans online. From long, wavy hair to laid-back denim looks, the mother-daughter duo made a simple stroll look effortless. The sweet outing offered a rare glimpse into their everyday family life.
Gisele Bundchen and her daughter Vivian enjoyed a family day out in the city. According to an X post, Bundchen was joined by her husband, Joaquim Valente, and Vivian, whom she shares with ex-husband Tom Brady. The group strolled down a leafy, sunlit street while fallen leaves dotted the sidewalk. Photos show mother and daughter chatting as they walked, with Vivian glancing toward her mom. The mood looked calm, cheerful, and completely unhurried.
Bundchen kept her look casual and comfortable. She wore a classic white tank top with loose, wide-leg jeans in a soft blue wash. A dark leather belt with a gold buckle added a polished touch. She completed the outfit with sunglasses, chunky sneakers, and a slouchy dark shoulder bag.
Vivian wore a cropped black tank top with relaxed, light-wash jeans. She draped a cream knit layer over her shoulders and carried her phone as she walked. Cozy tan slip-on shoes finished her outfit. Like her mom, she wore her long hair down in loose waves.
Known for making simple basics look effortless, Bundchen seems to have passed on the secret to Vivian. Both leaned into relaxed denim and a simple palette of white, black, and faded blue. Good jeans, a clean top, and comfortable shoes made for a stylish yet practical outfit for a walk around the city.

#bundchen #wore

Sarah Ferguson reportedly wants King Charles and senior royals to "throw her a bone" before she considers other options. The former **** ss of York was said to be delaying a tell-all while hoping for renewed royal acceptance.
A source claimed she still believed there was "a place for her within the royal family." However, the insider warned that continued exclusion could change her position. Her reported strategy mixed loyalty, leverage, and hopes for a royal comeback.
As per a Closer Online report, Sarah reportedly reconsidered her options. The source said Earl Spencer's memoir offered "a good reminder" of the disruption a royal tell-all could create. Moreover, the insider claimed Sarah's long history with the royals gave her considerable material. They said she could potentially do "a lot more damage to the King's legacy" than Spencer. Still, a spokesperson firmly denied a current memoir project. The representative said, "She is not writing a personal memoir."
However, the insider claimed Sarah Ferguson was keeping that possibility available while hoping for another route. The source said she was "holding off on a book deal for now." According to them, Sarah remained convinced "there's still a place for her within the royal family." She reportedly hoped loyalty would persuade King Charles and others to "cut her a break." That could mean "a path back towards respectability" or "at the very least a place to live." Meanwhile, the source said she still had "the tell-all up her sleeve" if that effort failed.
Additionally, the insider claimed Sarah was sending messages toward both Charles and Prince William. She was reportedly "imploring William and Charles to throw her a bone." The source added that she did not want to "go against the family if she can help it." Still, the report said Sarah could pursue other money-making opportunities if reconciliation failed. Those possibilities reportedly included reality television and rebuilding her social media profile. For now, Buckingham Palace had made no direct statement about Sarah. Meanwhile, senior royals had reportedly continued distancing themselves from the former York household.

#reportedly #royal

Michael Burry called the market's mood "denial," comparing it with 2000 and 2008 and suggesting that phase could last six to nine months.
Ray Dalio warned of a possible U.S. debt crisis within three years as rising interest costs crowd out spending.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent offered a contrasting outlook, saying growth and spending restraint would help the government start "bending the curve."
"The Big Short" investor Michael Burry warned on Tuesday that investors were in "denial" reminiscent of 2000 and 2008, hours after the Nasdaq closed at a record, while Ray Dalio separately cautioned that mounting debt could push the U.S. into a crisis within three years.
"The stock market is quite obviously in its first stage of grief, denial. Per 2000 and 2008, this stage lasts 6-9 months," Burry said on X.

#denial

Clark Howard calls Medicare Advantage plans "disadvantage plans," warning the new SCAN Costco HMO prioritizes cost savings over patient care through prior authorization denials.
In a serious illness year, a $0-premium Advantage plan can cost $6,807 more than Original Medicare plus Medigap Plan G, which caps costs at $283 annually.
Choosing Advantage at 65 may permanently lock you out of Medigap coverage if you get sick later, since most states allow insurers to deny or upcharge applicants.
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"Costco. Do you know what you're doing here? You know who you're messing around with?" Consumer advocate Clark Howard, usually one of the warehouse club's biggest fans, said that on his show on October 5.

#clark #plan #plans

Florida exempts a $600,000 IRA from Medicaid's $2,000 **** et limit once the account enters payout status through RMDs or regular distributions.
Every IRA distribution counts as income against Florida's $2,982 monthly cap, and nearly all of it goes directly to the nursing home.
A named IRA beneficiary keeps the remaining balance out of probate, blocking Florida's estate recovery claim under Fla. Stat. § 409.9101.
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A Florida retiree entering long-term care with $600,000 in her IRA looks like an automatic Medicaid denial. A single applicant there can't hold more than $2,000 in countable **** ets. Thankfully, Florida's IRA Medicaid rules leave a narrow opening: once a retirement account is in payout status, the state can exclude the balance from the **** et count. This means withdrawals still count, each distribution is treated as income, and that income ends up paying most of her nursing home bill.

#Florida

Halle Berry has asked a judge to restore the former child custody agreement she had in place with ex-husband Olivier Martinez over their son Maceo.
Last week, the French actor filed legal documents in which he alleged the Oscar-winning actress had physically attacked their 12-year-old earlier in the month.
A Los Angeles County judge granted the Unfaithful star the order, requiring Berry to stay 100 yards (91 metres) from him until the next hearing on 16 October.
The Catwoman star denied the allegations, and on Monday, her lawyer filed documents in which they requested a 50/50 custody agreement originally set up in 2023 be reinstated.
In addition, Berry claimed Maceo can be "angry and combative" when he returns to her home after spending time with Martinez.
"When Maceo would come home from his custodial time with Olivier, he would be angry and combative. It took Maceo two to three days to acclimate to being at home, and when he would go back to Olivier, the cycle would start all over again," she alleged, according to court documents obtained by People. "I also perceived Maceo to repeat disputes that Olivier and I discuss in private and take Olivier's side/position in that dispute."

#documents #home #custody #agreement

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Sen. Thom Tillis says in a new book that his deciding vote to confirm Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in January 2025 is the "biggest regret of my career" and that he also "should've stopped" Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from becoming Health and Human Services secretary in the early days of President Donald Trump's second term.
In "How to Lose Friends and Antagonize Presidents," to be published Tuesday, the North Carolina senator defends his decision at the time to not be "the lone voice in the wilderness" preventing Trump's nominees from confirmation. But Tillis makes clear he was always skeptical of allegations about Hegseth's turbulent management style, treatment of women and excessive drinking. Hegseth denied all the allegations.
"I know for a fact that there are others like me," Tillis writes, "Republicans who agreed to go along with the early demands of the Trump team no matter how ridiculous they were, believing that failing to do so would mean the end of their political career, and who now see that things have gone way too far."
He writes that he can count at least 30 of his GOP colleagues who have "expressed reservations (to put it mildly) about many of the president's actions in private. Then, when the reporters showed up with their cameras and microphones, they'd have nothing but nice things to say."
Tillis, who announced last year that he would not run for reelection in a "breaking point" with the president on his sweeping tax and spending cuts package, is publishing the book in his final months in office. He joins a long list of Republicans who have ratcheted up their public denunciations of Trump once they had less to lose politically.

#hegseth

Updated on: October 5, 2026 / 7:40 PM EDT / CBS News
Christa Pike, the death row inmate who last week survived Tennessee's attempt to execute her, remained hospitalized on a ventilator Monday, according to her attorney.
He said it was still unclear whether Pike would regain consciousness but urged the state to "take death off the table" by commuting her sentence, renewing an earlier request that the governor denied before her botched lethal injection.
"The least that could happen now is that we at least take death off the table and start looking for what the future could be for her," attorney Steve Ferrell, of the Federal Defender Services of Eastern Tennessee, told "CBS Mornings."
Ferrell added that he and the rest of Pike's legal team were "certainly willing to discuss that with the governor, with whoever could make that decision."

#pike #take #table #updated

Halle Berry is asking a Los Angeles court to restore the 50/50 custody arrangement she previously shared with ex-husband Olivier Martinez, alleging that their 12-year-old son, Maceo, returns from time with his father "angry and combative."
She is also asking to regain the tie-breaking authority she held under the 2023 agreement and wants the court to require Martinez to attend their ordered therapy sessions. Those requests put decision-making power and the stalled co-parenting process back at the center of the dispute.
Berry's filing arrives days after Martinez sought sole custody and obtained a temporary restraining order against her over allegations that she physically abused their son. Berry has strongly denied those accusations, turning the former couple's long-running co-parenting dispute into an even more complicated court battle.
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According to PEOPLE, Berry alleged that Martinez has repeatedly tried to align Maceo with him and against her when disagreements arise over their son's life.

#martinez #custody #parenting