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AMERICANALMANAC (Lynn Jenkins) - Jada Pinkett Smith seeks court-ordered mental exam for man suing her over alleged threats

Jada Pinkett Smith asked a Los Angeles court to order a mental health exam for the man suing her for $3 million, tying the request to his own emotional-distress claims. Pinkett Smith moved for an extensive psychiatric evaluation of plaintiff Bilaal Salaam after he accused her of threats, pressure, and a campaign of retaliation that […] The post Jada Pinkett Smith seeks court-ordered mental exam for man suing her over alleged threats appeared first on American Almanac .

Jada Pinkett Smith asked a Los Angeles court to order a mental health exam for the man suing her for $3 million, tying the request to his own emotional-distress claims. Pinkett Smith moved for an extensive psychiatric evaluation of plaintiff Bilaal Salaam after he accused her of threats, pressure, and a campaign of retaliation that he says wrecked his health and forced him overseas. She denies the claims. The Daily Mail reviewed the previously filed complaint and reported the defense motion seeking the exam. Salaam, a musician who says he was friendly with Will Smith for four decades, filed the intentional-infliction-of-emotional-distress suit in November 2025. He wants $3 million. Pinkett Smith’s filing argues he put his own mental and…Open

What is the connection between the lawsuit filed by Bilaal Salaam and the March 27, 2022, incident at the Academy Awards?
Salaam’s complaint ties the conflict back to Will Smith’s attack on Chris Rock at the Oscars. Salaam claims the friendship soured when he refused to provide "crisis management" for Will Smith after that night. While Will Smith later apologized for the incident and stated his actions were based on his own history, Salaam alleges that his refusal to help with the aftermath triggered the retaliatory campaign and subsequent threats from the Smith family.
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How does the defense motion for a mental health exam describe the scope of the proposed evaluation for Bilaal Salaam?
The defense motion requests a structured evaluation lasting approximately five to six hours (not counting breaks). The evaluation is intended to include a psychiatric interview, a mental status examination, and standardized psychological testing. The motion specifies that the exam will not include any physical examinations or any procedures that are painful, protracted, or intrusive.
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What health and personal consequences does Bilaal Salaam claim to have suffered as a result of the alleged actions of Jada Pinkett Smith?
Salaam claims that the stress caused by the Smiths' actions resulted in a 100-pound weight gain, high blood pressure, and Type 2 diabetes. Additionally, he alleges that he was forced to live outside of the United States for a year and a half because he feared for his safety, which resulted in losing day-to-day time with his children and the end of a long-term romantic relationship.
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What specific allegations did Bilaal Salaam make against Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith in his November 2025 lawsuit?
Bilaal Salaam, a musician who claims to have been friendly with Will Smith for four decades, alleges that the Smith family launched a "retaliatory campaign" against him after he refused to provide "crisis management" services following the March 2022 Oscars incident. Salaam claims he turned down the work because he believed the tasks would be illegal, unethical, or morally compromising. He further alleges that during a September 2021 gathering in Calabasas, California, Pinkett Smith became verbally aggressive and warned him that he could end up "missing, or catch a bullet" if he continued to speak about the family's personal business. He also claims she demanded he sign a non-disclosure agreement and that an associate later warned him to end the feud before he got physically hurt.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Ken Jacobs) - Comedian Reggie McFadden, known from ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm,’ dies at 57

Reggie McFadden, the stand-up comic who reached TV audiences on “In Living Color” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” has died at 57 in Tanzania, his family confirmed. McFadden died in Tanzania, where he had lived for about 18 years, after the U.S. State Department notified his family of the death. His sister, author Bernice McFadden, confirmed […] The post Comedian Reggie McFadden, known from ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm,’ dies at 57 appeared first on American Almanac .

Reggie McFadden, the stand-up comic who reached TV audiences on “In Living Color” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” has died at 57 in Tanzania, his family confirmed. McFadden died in Tanzania, where he had lived for about 18 years, after the U.S. State Department notified his family of the death. His sister, author Bernice McFadden, confirmed the news to The Hollywood Reporter, and USA TODAY reported the family’s account as of an Oct. 5, 2026 update. The family did not yet know the date or cause of death. That gap left a familiar working comic’s final chapter unfinished for fans who knew him from 1990s sketch and sitcom stages. Born and raised in Brooklyn, McFadden built his act in New York before moving to Los Angeles. Wider…Open

Who are the surviving family members of the late comedian Reggie McFadden?
He is survived by his sons Jaron and Myles, his mother Vivian, his sisters Bernice and Misty, and his brother Kris. His sister, author Bernice McFadden, confirmed the news of his passing to The Hollywood Reporter.
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How did Reggie McFadden begin his career in the comedy industry?
Born and raised in Brooklyn, McFadden built his act in New York before moving to Los Angeles. He gained wider recognition in 1991 through HBO’s "Def Comedy Jam," which served as a launch pad for his national career.
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What was Reggie McFadden's professional background in Tanzania and what album did he release in 2025?
While living in Tanzania, McFadden identified himself as the owner of Olduvai Records, which he described as a gold-mining and entertainment production company. In May 2025, he released an album titled "Enjoy, Vol. 1" through Olduvai Records.
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What were some of the notable television shows and films that Reggie McFadden appeared in during his career?
McFadden appeared in the HBO series "Curb Your Enthusiasm," where he played Officer Burt, and the Fox series "In Living Color," appearing in 23 episodes during its final season. His other television credits include "Martin," "Hangin’ With Mr. Cooper," "Moesha," "Coach," and the sitcom "Getting Personal." He also appeared in the Adam Sandler comedy film "Little Nicky" and a "Comedy Central Presents" special.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Ken Jacobs) - Isaiah Washington discloses wife’s 2025 stroke death and urges fans to take headaches seriously

Isaiah Washington revealed this weekend that his wife of 29 years died in June 2025 from a massive hemorrhagic stroke, a shock he said hit the whole family. The former Grey’s Anatomy star posted the news on Instagram after keeping the loss private for more than a year. Deadline reported that Washington said Jenise Maria […] The post Isaiah Washington discloses wife’s 2025 stroke death and urges fans to take headaches seriously appeared first on American Almanac .

Isaiah Washington revealed this weekend that his wife of 29 years died in June 2025 from a massive hemorrhagic stroke, a shock he said hit the whole family. The former Grey’s Anatomy star posted the news on Instagram after keeping the loss private for more than a year. Deadline reported that Washington said Jenise Maria Garland, also referred to in his post as Jenisa Washington, collapsed suddenly on May 31, 2025, and died on June 9. He described the death as the result of a massive hemorrhagic stroke. She never recovered. The couple had been married 29 years. Three children, he wrote, remain to carry on her legacy. Washington breaks a long silence on a private loss Washington made clear that his wife guarded her privacy. He still chose…Open

How many children did Isaiah Washington and Jenise Maria Garland have?
The couple had three children who remain to carry on her legacy.
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Aside from his role as Dr. Preston Burke on Grey’s Anatomy, what other acting credits does Isaiah Washington have?
In addition to his well-known role as Dr. Preston Burke on Grey’s Anatomy, Isaiah Washington appeared in several episodes of P-Valley from 2020 to 2022.
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What specific medical advice did Isaiah Washington share with his fans following the disclosure of his wife's death?
Washington urged fans to take headaches seriously, stating that some headaches are not just migraines but can be warning signs of something much worse. He advised people to get a brain scan if possible and not to shrug off pain that may signal a serious medical issue.
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Why did Isaiah Washington wait until late 2026 to publicly disclose the death of his wife?
Washington kept the loss private for more than a year (16 months) because his wife was extremely private. He chose to wait before making a public disclosure on Instagram to protect the family's privacy, though he eventually shared the news to serve as both a memorial and a medical warning.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Alan Benson) - Cornell fraternity chats show a scramble after rape claims as the first statement undercuts the later suit

Phone records and fraternity chats show Cornell Chi Phi brothers scrambled to manage gang rape allegations, even as the accuser’s first police statement described the encounter as consensual. Text messages, recorded calls, and campus records reviewed by ABC News show some Chi Phi brothers at Cornell University moved fast after a classmate reported a multi-man […] The post Cornell fraternity chats show a scramble after rape claims as the first statement undercuts the later suit appeared first on American Almanac .

Phone records and fraternity chats show Cornell Chi Phi brothers scrambled to manage gang rape allegations, even as the accuser’s first police statement described the encounter as consensual. Text messages, recorded calls, and campus records reviewed by ABC News show some Chi Phi brothers at Cornell University moved fast after a classmate reported a multi-man sexual assault at their Ithaca house. The chats read like reputation management. The criminal file did not. Jane Doe, then a junior, went to Cornell University Police on Nov. 8, 2024, weeks after an Oct. 19 party. Officers memorialized her first account in plain terms: a female undergraduate said she had been raped by eight to 10 men at the Chi Phi house. The chapter was suspended…Open

What was the specific content of the messages exchanged between Jane Doe and Matthew Ingalls regarding the encounter?
In recorded calls, Doe told Ingalls she needed the truth to heal and stay in school, while Ingalls suggested that both of them might be remembering the night wrong. In text messages, Doe expressed that the episode was "f, --g RUINING" her life and that her reputation was destroyed. However, she also sent texts stating that "none of the sexual stuff was illegal" and mentioned she had enjoyed being with him and another man, expressing a desire to get together again without the extra men and ketamine.
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What specific evidence did Matthew Ingalls provide to investigators regarding his involvement in the incident?
Matthew Ingalls, a brother who had invited Doe and was named in her civil suit, told investigators he had been too intoxicated to consent and suggested that Doe had assaulted him. He had previously denied any wrongdoing. During the school probe, he also messaged a witness on Snapchat asking if they could submit new evidence to get him and another member dismissed immediately, claiming that if the evidence was convincing enough to let them go, it would prove the accuser lied.
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What role did New York Governor Kathy Hochul play in the legal progression of the rape allegations?
After the Tompkins County District Attorney, Matthew Van Houten, drew a hard line between the civil lawsuit and the original sworn statement (which described the conduct as consensual), Governor Kathy Hochul pulled the case from his office. She subsequently handed the criminal investigation to Attorney General Letitia James. Critics have argued that this move shifted the case from a local county matter to a high-profile political production under a Democratic brand name.
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What were the disciplinary outcomes at Cornell University following the investigation into the Chi Phi house incident?
Cornell University conducted an internal investigation from November 2024 through May 2025. As a result of this probe, the Chi Phi chapter was suspended on the day of the initial report, two men were expelled, and others were suspended. Additionally, under pressure from the fallout, Cornell stated that an outside law firm would review how the school handled the claims.
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YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - One million people greet Pope Leo XIV in France

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Nearly a million people filled the Champs-Élysées for Pope Leo in one of the most secular countries on Earth. EWTN's Solène Tadié on the overwhelming joy that the press is calling "a day of communion." Watch this full episode of "One Nation Under God": https://youtu.be/hxWcE3gbeyA #religion #Catholic #Catholicism

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REDSTATE (Ward Clark) - Counting Coup: IDF Has Removed 4,000 of 6,000 Oct. 7 Terrorists

We will soon note the third year since the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel; those of us who saw some of the stills and worse, watched some of the video now have those images burned into our very brains. This event was not only the worst slaughter of the Jewish people since the Holocaust, it included some of the most horrendous atrocities that we have seen in living memory — or even in most of our history books.

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AMERICANGREATNESS (Debra Heine) - Hundreds of People and Five Hospitals Under Quarantine in Siberia Amid Suspected Pneumonic Plague Outbreak

U.S. officials are closely monitoring a suspected pneumonic plague outbreak in Russia, where nearly 200 people have been placed into quarantine following a lab leak […] Source

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YOUTUBE (Dr. Steve Turley) - Why Is Mark Carney Preparing for an American Invasion?

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YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - 1 death; Russian hospital quarantined over suspected plague

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Questions are being raised after a Russian researcher died from a suspected case of the pneumonic plague. Nearly 200 people are reported to be under monitoring and at least one hospital has been quarantined. The international community is pushing Moscow for transparency on the situation surrounding the highly fatal disease. #pneumonicplague #Russia #health Get a fast-paced look at the latest from the border to Main Street to the White House on "NewsNation Live" with Nichole Berlie. Weekdays starting at 12p/11C. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.

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