by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

December 4, 2025

Shilo Sanders’ Legal Team Fires Back at Bank Transfer Allegations Following Bankruptcy Proceedings

States that he is "entitled" to profits that he earned after his initial filing of bankruptcy

After being accused by a bankruptcy trustee of making unauthorized bank transfers totaling approximately $250,000, former Colorado Buffaloes player Shilo Sanders’ attorney responded by stating that he is “entitled” to profits that he earned after his initial filing of bankruptcy.

According to USA Today Sports, attorney Keri Riley has requested that the bankruptcy court dismiss the trustee’s complaint against Sanders. In a court filing on Oct. 22, the Trustee, David Wadsworth, accused the football player of skirting bankruptcy laws by allegedly transferring funds between accounts. He is asking that the money be returned to the original account.

“All of the funds paid into, and subsequently out of Big 21 post-petition were post-petition earnings of the Debtor,” Shilo Sanders’ attorney stated in a recent court filing obtained by the media outlet. “The Trustee acknowledges in the Complaint that the Debtor was earning money from NIL Deals both pre- and post-petition. As alleged in the Complaint, the NIL Deals were and remain the Debtor’s primary source of income… While the estate is entitled to ‘proceeds’ or ‘profits’ from the assets of the estate, the law expressly excludes ‘earnings from services performed by an individual debtor after the commencement of the case.’”

In October 2023, the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers player filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy after being sued by a high school security guard over an incident from 2015. The guard, John Darjean, alleged that Sanders assaulted him at the school, causing him injuries. Sanders was a no-show for the trial, and Darjean was awarded a default judgment of $11.89 million. Sanders has yet to pay Darjean.

Sanders has also been sued by his former law firm over work done in the lawsuit brought by Darjean and in the bankruptcy case.

According to USA Today, Barnes & Thornburg LLP filed legal papers against Sanders on Nov. 17, alleging the firm is owed nearly $165,000 for services rendered.

by Jeroslyn JoVonn

December 4, 2025

Halle Berry Says Gov. Gavin Newsom ‘Should Not Be Our Next President’

Halle Berry says California Gov. Gavin Newsom “should not be our next president,” citing his veto of a menopause‑care bill.

Halle Berry is publicly blasting Gavin Newsom’s plans for a 2028 presidential run, saying the California governor “should not be our next president.”

The Academy Award-winning actress stunned the audience at the Dealbook Summit on Dec. 3 by criticizing Newsom during a speech on how women are treated in Hollywood and corporate America, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The Catwoman star highlighted Newsom’s veto of a menopause bill she had advocated for nationwide, which aimed to support research and education on women’s health.

“At this stage in my life, I have zero f–ks left to give,” Berry said, before drawing gasps from the crowd for her thoughts on Newsom.

“Back in my great state of California, my very own governor, Gavin Newsom, has vetoed our menopause bill, not one, but two years in a row,” she added. “But that’s OK, because he’s not going to be governor forever, and the way he has overlooked women, half the population, by devaluing us, he probably should not be our next president either. Just saying.”

Berry spoke on how women are often “devalued” as they age and feel pressured to maintain a more youthful appearance.

“Our culture thinks that at 59 years old, I am past my prime, and that women my age start to become invisible in Hollywood, in the workplace, on social media,” she said. “Women are pressured to stay forever 35. We’re complimented if we seem to be aging backwards or defying gravity, as if that’s even possible, and if we somehow manage to look younger than our years, it’s suggested that’s the gold standard that our worth should be measured by.”

Her remarks about Newsom came ahead of his scheduled appearance at the Dealbook Summit. The bill Berry referenced, AB 432, introduced by Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, aimed to improve and expand menopause care by requiring health insurers to provide guidance on menopause-related treatments and mandating training for healthcare providers. However, Newsom vetoed the bill for a second time in October—the same month he announced he is considering a 2028 presidential run, contingent on the 2026 midterm election results.

“Fate will determine that,” he said at the time.

by Sharelle B. McNair

December 4, 2025

Pete Hegseth Allegedly Pushed U.S. Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey Out Over Concerns Of Controversial Boat Bombings

Holsey announced his retirement in October 2025, saying after 37 years of defending the Constitution, it has been “an honor to serve our nation.”

A troubling report revealed Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth may have forced top U.S. Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey into retirement just one year into his tenure after expressing concern over the legality of the lethal strikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean, The Independent reports.

The report from The Wall Street Journal alleges Hegseth and Holsey, who oversees military operations in the Caribbean, had been at odds since the Trump administration started bombing the alleged drug boats during the summer of 2025. Holsey allegedly was concerned about the legal measures of the Caribbean operation and pushed back against parts of the mission that “fell outside of his direct control.” Hegseth reportedly grew frustrated with the admiral not moving fast enough to tackle the alleged drug traffickers.

Citing two Pentagon officials and former officials, the Secretary warned Holsey that when orders are made, he has no choice but to follow them. “You’re either on the team, or you’re not,” Hegseth allegedly said during a meeting held this year.

“When you get an order, you move out fast and don’t ask questions.”

Shortly after, Holsey announced his official retirement in October 2025, CNN reported. In a post on X, Holsey said Dec. 12 is his official retirement date after 37 years of defending the Constitution, calling it “an honor to serve our nation.” “Serving as your commander and deputy for the past 34 months has been a tremendous honor,” Holsey wrote.

“The SOUTHCOM team has made lasting contributions to the defense of our nation and will continue to do so. I am confident that you will forge ahead, focused on your mission that strengthens our nation and ensures its longevity as a beacon of freedom around the globe.”

Message from #SOUTHCOM Commander Adm. Alvin Holsey. pic.twitter.com/k0TdV49O0z
— U.S. Southern Command (@Southcom) October 16, 2025

Hegseth followed up with his own bouts of gratitude for Holsey’s service. “On behalf of the Department of War, we extend our deepest gratitude to Admiral Alvin Holsey for his more than 37 years of distinguished service to our nation as he plans to retire at year’s end,” Hegseth said in a X post.

As reports of tension behind the sudden retirement emerged, Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell pushed back, calling the narrative “fake news.”

“This is a total lie. Never happened. There was no hesitation or concerns about this mission,” he said in a post.

However, while Hegseth is being accused of “war crimes” for allegedly greenlighting the deadly strikes, killing over 80 people, and intensifying tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela, lawmakers and former officials are questioning the timing. Former Assistant Secretary for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Todd Robinson called the move “shocking.” “Having [Holsey] leave at this particular moment, at the height of what the Pentagon considers to be the central action in our hemisphere, is just shocking,” Robinson said.

Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA), the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, shared similar sentiments. “Never before in my over 20 years on the committee can I recall seeing a combatant commander leave their post this early and amid such turmoil,” the congressman said.

Hegseth’s controversial moves have prompted bipartisan lawmakers to launch investigations into the follow-up strike and the entire operation.

by Kandiss Edwards

December 4, 2025

Carmalitha Gumbs First Woman Ever Elected As South Fulton, GA, Mayor

Mayor-elect Gumbs pledged renewed transparency, community-based policing and economic development.

On Dec. 2, Carmalitha Gumbs, a longtime city council member, became the first woman to be elected mayor of South Fulton.

Mayor-elect Gumbs pledged renewed transparency, community-based policing, and economic development tailored to the city’s diverse neighborhoods. Gumbs, who will take office in January, said she sensed a shift the moment she walked into City Hall after her historic win, CBS News reported.

“This was not on my bingo card,” she said. “But the fact that we made history is overwhelming and exciting.”

Her campaign emphasized restoring public trust in a city that incorporated as recently as 2017 and has already seen three mayors in eight years. Gumbs made clear her top priority is to make government more open.

“We have to over-communicate. People shouldn’t feel blindsided or left in the dark,” she said.

On public safety, she plans to boost community policing, add mentorship for younger officers, and explore competitive pay adjustments.

“We have a very young police force,” Gumbs said, adding it needs stronger guidance to rebuild relationships with residents.

Democrat Carmalitha Gumbs Elected Mayor of South Fulton, Georgiahttps://t.co/eKAvTszH4o #Elections #2025Elections #Elections2025 #Georgia #CarmalithaGumbs #SouthFulton #RustyPaul #SandySprings pic.twitter.com/oXefVhgPjd
— TV-Recaps-Reviews 🇺🇦 (@tvrecapsreviews) December 3, 2025

Gumbs also laid out an economic vision that recognizes each district’s unique identity, from rural-style communities to entertainment hubs, with tailored strategies to attract business without sacrificing neighborhood character.

“We have to stop acting like two cities. We’re one city, and we have to promote our strengths,” she said.

To foster collaboration, Gumbs plans to host individual meetings with all city council members to coordinate goals and chart a path forward for her first 100 days in office.

Gumbs replaces incumbent Khalid Kamau, whose tenure as mayor was marked by no shortage of scandals, including multiple inquiries into misappropriated funds and unsanctioned travel.

Her election signals a turning point for the young city, one built with hope but marred by political instability. Gumbs said she is committed to healing division: “Even if you didn’t vote for me, I still represent you,” she told CBS News.

As South Fulton awaits its new mayor’s swearing-in, residents have high hopes that Gumbs turns campaign promises into action.

Terence Crawford, Canelo Alvarez, bellts,

by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

December 4, 2025

Terence Crawford ‘Ain’t Paying’ WBC ‘Sh-t’ After Title Is Stripped For Non-Payment Of Sanctioning Fees

Crawford responds, 'What makes you better than any of the other sanctioning bodies? What makes you better than the WBO, the IBF, or the WBA?'

Undefeated boxer Terence Crawford had his World Boxing Council (WBC) super middleweight title stripped for failing to pay the sanctioning fees to the boxing organization.

The organization announced that the champion is no longer the super middleweight titleholder. The other titles he owns, the WBO, IBF, and WBA, are not affected by this decision. WBC stated that Crawford, almost three months after beating Canelo Alvarez to become the undisputed champion on Sept. 13, has still not paid the sanctioning fee of approximately $300,000. They noted that the cost is typically 3% of the fighter’s purse, but they chose to charge only 0.6% since he allegedly made $50 million from the bout.

WBC stated that 75% of the sanctioning fee would go to the José Sulaimán Boxers Fund, which the Nevada Community Foundation administers. The mission of the fund is to assist fighters worldwide who need humanitarian assistance.

They also put Crawford on blast, claiming he has failed to “comply with express mandates of the WBC Rules & Regulations.” He allegedly has not paid the Boxer’s Bout Fees for his last two fights against Israil Madrimov and Saúl Álvarez. After sending multiple communications to the boxer, his manager, and attorney, they say that they received no response from any of them, not even acknowledging the communication effort.

So, due to the non-payments and the lack of responses, the organization “had no choice but to act, considering Champion Crawford had received ample notification and multiple opportunities to address and resolve the situation.”

The boxer did respond in a profanity-laced social media video post. Apparently, his failure to pay is not because he doesn’t have the money, as evidenced by his $50 million purse, but because he felt the organization had the audacity to demand more than the other sanctioning bodies. During the video, he called out the WBC president, Mauricio Sulaiman.

“I ain’t paying yo ass s**t!” he said in the video.

“What makes you better than any of the other sanctioning bodies? What makes you better than the WBO, the IBF, or the WBA? Everybody accepted what I was giving them, but you. You, the WBC, think that you’re better than everybody.”

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Disability Lawsuit, Senior Living Facility

by Sharelle B. McNair

December 4, 2025

HUH? HHS Adds New Remote Work Conditions For Disabled Employees, Leaving Folks Confused As Hell

Federal agencies are required to give reasonable accommodations (RA) such as providing interpreters and accessible technology to disabled workers unless the accommodations would result in “undue hardship.”

New conditions for disabled Health and Human Services Department (HHS) employees to have their remote work requests approved are leaving them confused, Government Executive reported.

A policy document that allegedly hasn’t been shared with the workforce in its entirety states that all requests for remote work, telework, or reassignment must now be approved by an official at the assistant secretary level or above. In the past, approvals had to be signed by Deputy Assistant Secretary for Human Resources and Chief Human Capital Officer, Thomas J. Nagy Jr. In addition, the new policy bans granting telework as a temporary accommodation without approval from an official at the same level.

Federal agencies are required to provide reasonable accommodations (RA), such as interpreters and accessible technology, to disabled workers, unless the accommodations would result in “undue hardship.”

The move resulted in major outcry from unions and disability advocates. Eric Pines of Pines Federal Employment Attorneys feels the new requirements will deter employees from applying for an RA. “If you are going to put the deciding level so high as the assistant secretary… you’re going to make it much, much harder, on a practical level, for reasonable accommodation requests to be handled in a timely manner,” he said.

According to Stat News, there are more than 3,000 pending RA requests in the system, including those from disabled employees who rely on them to function properly at work. The uncertainty has left some employees confused and panicking about job security.

HHS claims it needs roughly six to eight months to clear the current RA backlog at the CDC alone.

Pines says the action could open the doors for an abundance of discrimination lawsuits. “That would not be good for the agency because they’re going to have a lot of discrimination cases against them in the [equal employment opportunity] arena, and it’s not good for the employee because they are basically going to have to jump through many, many more hoops to get the accommodation that they either had in the past and was effective or they believe would be effective in the future,” he said.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a HHS agency, faced major backlash after requiring its employees to return to the office full-time amid a mandate from the Office of Personnel Management. However, the January 2025 mandate listed an exception for those “excused due to a disability, qualifying medical condition, or other compelling reason certified by the agency head and the employee’s supervisor.”

Officials from the American Federation of Government Employees Local 2883, which represents CDC employees, condemned the new requirements, placing some of the blame on the political climate. “We are looking at an agency that’s supposed to be at the forefront of public health, putting the health and safety of its workers with disabilities at risk,” local President Yolanda Jacobs said in a statement.

“Under this new policy, it seems like political appointees are practicing medicine without a license instead of allowing workers’ medical doctors to make the best recommendations for their patients.”

by Kandiss Edwards

December 4, 2025

Study: More Customers Giving Themselves 5-Finger Discount At Self-Checkout

The act of skipping scanning is driven by a mix of moral justification and a sense of entitlement.

A growing number of Americans are deliberately bypassing item scanners at self-checkout kiosks, “fighting” against corporate greed and causing retailers to take action.

According to a new study by Lending Tree, the act of skip scanning is driven by a mix of moral justification and a sense of entitlement. Regardless of motive, this spike in retail shrinkage has prompted major companies to invest heavily in advanced surveillance technologies and retailers to seek more aggressive prosecution strategies.

The widespread adoption of self-checkout machines, introduced by retailers to reduce labor costs, has inadvertently opened a new lane for shoplifters. Some instances involve simple human error, but a significant portion of inventory loss comes from intentional skip scanning, where customers fail to scan items while passing through self-checkout kiosks.

Researchers who study consumer behavior note that for many, the act of stealing at a self-checkout does not carry the same moral weight as stealing from a manned cash register because they perceive the crime as being against a faceless corporation.

Questions of ethics and morality come into play when individual cashiers or small business owners are victims. This behavior is sometimes referred to as “moral licensing,” which is a psychological justification for the behavior.

“Even though people know that stealing is wrong and most understand the risk they’re taking, tough times require tough choices, and lots of people are clearly willing to take a risk,” said Matt Schulz, an analyst at LendingTree.

Furthermore, the study suggests customers believe they are performing the labor previously done by an employee, and they are effectively owed some form of compensation.

Retailers have recognized that the losses incurred from self-checkout theft are negating the savings from a reduced workforce. In response, they have launched a full-scale counter-effort employing high-tech surveillance such as computer vision technology and advanced A.I. monitoring systems at checkout stations

In addition to technological safeguards, retailers have dramatically ramped up prosecution efforts. Instead of simply issuing warnings or barring customers, corporations are now pursuing charges for theft.

Some chains have even begun scaling back on self-checkout areas entirely.

by Jameelah Mullen

December 4, 2025

Glucose Monitor Malfunctions Linked To 7 Deaths, Over 700 Severe Injuries

Abbott's FreeStyle Libre is a device that measures glucose levels via a sensor applied to the upper back of the arm.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about malfunctioning blood glucose monitoring devices that have been linked to seven deaths and more than 700 serious injuries worldwide. The alert issued on Dec 2 notes that Abbott Diabetes Care glucose monitors worldwide provided users with incorrect glucose readings.

“If undetected, incorrect low glucose readings over an extended period may lead to wrong treatment decisions for people living with diabetes, such as excessive carbohydrate intake or skipping or delaying insulin doses,” the agency said. “These decisions may pose serious health risks, including potential injury or death, or other less serious complications.” The FDA notes in its alert.

The FDA considers this a “potentially high-risk issue” and says it will continue to update its website as more information emerges.

Abbott also issued a warning stating that 3 million FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors are affected. Libre3 readers and mobile apps are not impacted. No other Libre (FreeStyle Libre 14-day, FreeStyle Libre 2, FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus, or Libre Pro) or Abbott biowearables are affected by this issue.

“Abbott has identified and resolved the cause of the issue, which relates to one production line among several that make Libre 3 and Libre 3 Plus sensors. The company continues to produce Libre 3 and Libre 3 Plus sensors to fulfill replacement and new orders and does not expect significant supply disruption,” the company stated in a press release.

Abbott advises its customers to check whether their sensors are affected and to stop using the device and dispose of it immediately. The company also noted that among the 60 injuries reported in the U.S., none were fatal.

Patients can visit FreeStyleCheck.com to see if their sensors are affected and receive a replacement at no cost.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 38 million people in the U.S. are living with diabetes. The disease is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States.

by Cedric 'BIG CED' Thornton

December 4, 2025

Los Angeles Clippers Nix Chris Paul In Middle Of Night During Road Trip

'Just Found Out I’m Being Sent Home'

Earlier this year, NBA point guard Chris Paul stated that this would be his last season in the league, before making a triumphant return to the team he led for six years, the Los Angeles Clippers. However, the Clippers gave him an early exit from the franchise after cutting him during the team’s recent road trip.

At 3 a.m. on Dec. 3, the veteran alerted the world that he was being “sent home” by the Clippers while the team was in Atlanta, ending his storied Clippers career in a way that no one could have predicted. In a now-deleted social media post, the world found out that Paul had played his last game for the franchise.

“Just Found Out I’m Being Sent Home”

Can confirm as Chris Paul says on his IG that he has been told he is being sent home from Atlanta where the Clippers play on Wednesday. pic.twitter.com/EITdJ9hzLt
— Ohm Youngmisuk (@NotoriousOHM) December 3, 2025

The team’s top executive, Lawrence Frank, President of Basketball Operations, released a statement confirming the release.

“We are parting ways with Chris, and he will no longer be a part of the team,” Lawrence said in a written statement. “We will work with him on the next step of his career. Chris is a legendary Clipper who has had a historic career. I want to make one thing very clear. No one is blaming Chris for our underperformance. I accept responsibility for the record we have right now. There are a lot of reasons why we’ve struggled. We’re grateful for the impact Chris has made on the franchise.”

The Clippers are having an awful season, with a losing record of 5-16. Although the team is doing poorly, it can’t be blamed on Paul, as he is not a starter and was averaging a career-low 2.9 points and 3.3 assists while playing only 14 minutes a game off the bench.

NBA reporter Chris Haynes did state that the player was being labeled a “negative presence” on the team and wanted to meet with the team’s coach, Tyronn Lue, but was denied that opportunity before Frank met with the point guard.

Sources: Weeks ago Chris Paul requested to have a meeting with Tyronn Lue to discuss allegations of being a negative presence on team. Lue refused to meet with him. Lawrence Frank traveled to Atlanta to deliver news of parting ways. Paul desired final season to be with Clippers.
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) December 3, 2025

living wage, basic needs, struggle, families

by Kandiss Edwards

December 4, 2025

Single Americans Need Almost 6 Figures To Live Life Comfortably

As inflation rises so does the cost of comfort.

Single American households will need an annual salary of $80,000 to $90,000 to be considered financially comfortable in 2026.

This figure serves as the baseline for financial security and reflects the rising costs of housing, transportation, and other necessities across the country, according to GoBankRates.

This rising income baseline reveals that for many households, the cost of comfort has escalated dramatically in recent years. Financial comfort, according to SmartAsset, is the ability to follow the 50/30/20 budget rule. This budgeting method dictates a clear allocation of net income to maintain stability:

50%: Dedicated to needs (rent/mortgage, groceries, utilities, and transportation).
30%: Allocated to wants (discretionary spending, entertainment, and non-essential purchases).
20%: Committed to savings and debt repayment (retirement accounts, emergency funds, and credit card debt).

The $80,000 to $90,000 baseline represents the minimum income level at which the average household can reliably adhere to this model. The model allows people to save for the future while meeting all immediate obligations and needs.

While the $80,000 to $90,000 figure serves as a national average, the necessary salary for comfort varies based on location and family size. Living in high-cost metro cities would significantly increase the required income amount.

In many major U.S. cities, a single adult navigating the expensive rental market and high transportation costs may need an income of at least $85,000 annually to be secure. Consequently, a family of four in these same high-cost cities could face a minimum salary requirement approaching $200,000 to maintain a comfortable standard of living while also effectively funding a retirement account.

Analysts projected the 2026 figure while accounting for an estimated inflation rate of around 3% to 4%, which continues to erode purchasing power. This persistent inflation, coupled with sustained higher interest rates, forces households to earn more money simply to maintain their current economic standing, raising the financial bar for millions of Americans.