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Int'l Business Times
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Int'l Business Times
Trump's Final Appeal Denied in E. Jean Carroll Civil Rape Case: $5M Enforcement Begins
E. Jean Carroll (left), Donald Trump (right) President Donald Trump has hit a wall in his legal battle with writer E. Jean Carroll. The full U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit rejected his final attempt to challenge a jury's finding that he sexually abused and defamed her, a decision that leaves a $5 million judgment in place and sets the stage for potential asset seizures if he doesn't pay up. The court turned down Trump's request for what's called an en banc rehearing, where all the judges on the circuit would revisit the case. That move effectively locks in a prior ruling from December 2023, when a three-judge panel upheld the jury's verdict that Trump attacked Carroll in the 1990s and then defamed her when he called her a liar decades later. That ruling also stood by the trial judge's decision to let jurors hear the 2005 "Access Hollywood" recording, in which Trump bragged about grabbing women without consent, as well as testimony from other women who accused him of similar behavior. The judges agreed that the evidence showed a pattern of conduct that supported Carroll's claims. His Legal Lifeline? A Long Shot at the Supreme Court Trump's team is now expected to try one last option: taking the case to the U.S. Supreme Court. They're likely to argue that the lower courts allowed unfair, prejudicial evidence and that the verdict could have broader implications for lawsuits against high-profile public figures. They might also revisit presidential immunity arguments, which courts have repeatedly rejected. But here's the catch: filing a Supreme Court petition doesn't stop the clock. Unless Trump requests and is granted a legal stay and puts up a bond for the full amount (plus interest), Carroll's legal team will be free to begin collection efforts. That could mean freezing bank accounts, garnishing income, or placing liens on property. The court is expected to issue its formal enforcement order within the next week or two. JUST IN: The full bench of the NY-based 2nd Circuit Court of appeals has *denied* Donald Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll's win against him in court. Supreme Court would be next/last stop. — Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) June 13, 2025 $83 Million Still Hanging Over Him And that's not the end of it. In a second trial this past January, another jury found Trump liable for defaming Carroll yet again and awarded her $83.3 million in damages. That case is still on appeal, but together, the two judgments add up to a staggering $88 million liability. Legal experts say this latest ruling may set a wider precedent for civil sexual misconduct trials. By reaffirming the use of "pattern of behavior" evidence, the court has made it harder for powerful men to block past accusations from being aired in court. Unless the Supreme Court steps in, and fast, Trump will be required to pay Carroll or face the real possibility of aggressive enforcement actions and a fresh wave of scrutiny that could ripple far beyond the courtroom. Originally published on Latin Times © Latin Times. All rights reserved. Do not reproduce without permission.
Cision Canada
05-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
PROSE EXPANDS OPERATIONS WITH NEW WEST COAST CUSTOMIZATION CENTER
LOS ANGELES, June 5, 2025 /CNW/ -- Today, Prose, the NY-based global leader in personalization known for delivering AI-powered custom hair and skin care, announced the expansion of its operations with a new state-of-the-art customization center in Commerce, California. This expansion highlights Prose's dedication to serving its rapidly growing customer base on the West Coast and beyond, while advancing sustainable and innovative manufacturing practices. At the heart of Prose's success is Singular, its proprietary AI-powered beauty-tech platform unveiled last year, which has revolutionized personalized beauty at scale. Prose's momentum—marked by 29% growth and $165M in revenue in 2024 —has driven the need to expand Singular's capacity. The new customization center will play a pivotal role in supporting this expansion, enabling even greater efficiency and scalability in custom beauty production. The new customization center spans 43,000 square feet and is designed to mirror the advanced automated customization systems of Prose's flagship Brooklyn location. With an investment of $9M, this expansion enables Prose to significantly increase its overall production capacity for bespoke haircare, skincare and supplement products. "This expansion marks a significant step forward in Prose's evolution, enabling us to meet growing demand from customers across the U.S. and Canada," said Prose CEO and Co-Founder Arnaud Plas. "We look forward to leveraging this new state-of-the-art customization center to further drive personalized beauty solutions and set a new standard for the industry." "The Los Angeles area was the ideal choice for our new customization center due to its proximity to our West Coast customers," said Anthony Perdigao, Prose COO. "By strategically positioning our operations in Southern California, we are significantly reducing shipping times for nearly 50% of customers, enhancing our ability to deliver customized beauty solutions quickly and efficiently." Sustainability is a cornerstone of Prose's made-to-order operations. Not only will the expansion reduce shipping time, it will also result in a 50% emissions saving for downstream shipping—or 1.04 ktCO2e of carbon. Other features of the customization center include incorporating renewable energy and energy-efficient design elements in lighting, water consumption, and overall layout. The automated customization system will minimize excess waste and reduce the carbon footprint through an innovative, scalable made-to-order manufacturing process. "Our new customization center represents our dedication to sustainable and responsible manufacturing," said Helen Nwosu, VP of Social Impact. "We are proud to leverage cutting-edge technology and strategic planning to minimize carbon impact and reduce our overall environmental footprint while maintaining the highest quality in our products." About Prose Prose is a DTC beauty-tech brand known for creating custom, made-to-order hair and skin care products to disrupt the CPG industry. Prose shattered the notion that mass retail production is the only solution. Marrying a technology driven approach with an apothecary-style concept, Prose products are made-to-order and provide the highest quality of natural ingredients. The brand is committed to sustainable operations and is Climate Neutral, a Public Benefit Corporation and a Certified B Corporation. About Singular Singular is a proprietary AI-powered beauty-tech platform, transforming personalized beauty at scale through both innovative software and hardware technologies. By analyzing a wide range of factors—from individual preferences to environmental influences—Singular enables brands like Prose to create truly customized haircare and skincare formulations. The platform powers Prose's end-to-end customization process, from ingredient selection to sustainable, made-to-order manufacturing.
Eater
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Eater
Inside Marcus Samuelsson's Bright, Berbere-Blasted D.C. Debut
NY-based celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson finally gets to do a D.C. restaurant on his terms. Marcus DC, his first in the nation's capital, opened Tuesday, June 3, in NoMa's Morrow Hotel (222 M Street NE) . The acclaimed restaurateur behind Harlem's hot Red Rooster oversaw every last detail at the 200-room hotel's anchor dining attraction, from the Ethiopian and Swedish influences on the menus, the colorful textured mural by Brooklyn-based artist Derrick Adams above the stunning bar, down to the waiters' custom patchwork aprons. The result: a fun and lively atmosphere that prepares diners to sample Samuelsson's one-of-a-kind dishes. 'This is the first restaurant that we are doing on our terms,' Samuelsson tells Eater. 'We just wanted to connect, to keep the guests curious and to make them feel like 'Wow, this is an experience that I want to come back to.'' With the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay supplying local oysters, rockfish, and, of course, blue crabs, Samuelsson knew his seafood-centric restaurant had to have a local chef who knows its waterways well. He immediately reached out to his longtime collaborator chef Anthony Jones, a Maryland native that worked at Miami's Red Rooster Overtown in 2020 and most recently led the kitchen at Dirty Habit, who adds his own twists to Marcus DC's dishes. Jones infused the menu with the flavors of D.C., from the mambo sauce on the Chuck B's roast chicken (named after one of the original founders of Go-Go) to the addictive Mel's crab rice, Jones's homage to his summers growing up in Calvert County picking up fresh crabs with his family from Mel's crab truck. 'Every summer we would stop by and get a few bushels of crabs from Mel's Truck that we would drive past in Huntington, Maryland,' says Jones. 'We would all dig in, crack open a few beers, have some sides, and music would be playing. And that was just like a fun summer time experience for me and now I've taken that and mixed it with rice.' The 153-seat newcomer with a 12-seat bar was already packed on the first night of service. Samuelsson says he has many opening favorites, notably that crab rice, but recommends starting with his signature blue cornbread served with yassa butter and berbere honey; followed by his Swediopian, a cured salmon served with a goldenberry broth, fennel mustard, and teff crisp; and fluke crudo served in an apple cucumber aguachile with a crispy plantain. After that the options are endless, diners can chow down on mains like the roasted rockfish served with an octopus-based chili (a homage to Ben's Chili Bowl), the Chuck B's Roast Chicken, and, of course, that signature Mel's Crab Rice with pickled okra and uni bernaise. Try to save room for dessert. Executive pastry chef Rachel Sherriff, formerly of Rooster & Owl, has created a selection inspired by her Jamaican heritage that will not be found anywhere else. The Thai basil rice pudding accompanied with lime cake, ginger lime jelly, and yogurt sorbet is habit-forming. Her praline coconut cake is showcased with a table-side retro trolley where the final dish is theatrically built in front of guests. 'Once you go through the meal, then you come to Rachel, there's another level of discovery,' Samuelsson remarks. 'So that is for me, what I'm extremely excited about… it's the biggest privilege when you can work with young people that are committed to our craft.' The cocktails menu here was crafted by master mixologist Glendon Hartley, of award-winning Causa/Amazonia and Service Bar, to specifically compliment the food. Options such as a spicy Abyssinian Blaze made with gin, Campari, and the Ethiopian spice berbere or the light Velvet Detour made with tamarind, cognac, and lemon juice do not disappoint. While Samuelsson honed his techniques working in Italy, France, Japan, and Sweden, he said many of the foods and decor at his newest restaurant are inspired by the continent of Africa. He hopes the restaurant will serve as a lively cultural destination that 'showcases the richness and diversity of the Black culinary experience' in a modern setting. 'I want the guests to feel a sense of joy and warmth in the place once they enter and as they dine and discover chef Anthony's food, how delicious and extremely thoughtful it is. But it's also craveable, made with great techniques,' he says. Samuelsson said he always felt a close connection to D.C.'s vibrant Ethiopian community and the 'mom-and-pop' shops that line neighborhoods like Adams Morgan. He started exploring the city in the mid-90s, making frequent weekends trips from New York and, as his notoriety grew, returned to cook for high-stakes dinner and eventually for the Obamas at the White House. He was drawn to the Union Market area because it feels vibrant and layered, plus he says other chefs at the surrounding restaurants have been 'super welcoming.' He also enjoys just strolling through the buzzing neighborhood and checking out vintage stores whenever he gets a chance. After a Marcus DC meal, a nightcap or at least a quick peek of the view at his rooftop bar Sly is a great way to end the evening. Related Best Places to Dine in NoMa and Around Union Market Samuelsson has a few words of advice for aspiring chefs: Try your hand at every position in the kitchen and front of house, 'learn about new cultures and food languages', and take advantage of social media, but it all comes down to having a 'love for the craft.' 'The chefs that truly love the craft will be successful, because it's not only an external affirmation, it's an internal affirmation,' he says. 'I was cooking when no one was watching, and I loved it. And it just makes me happy.' Sign up for our newsletter.
Hypebeast
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Eric Emanuel Marks a New Chapter With First Seasonal Collection
NY-based sportswear designerEric Emanuel's eponymous label is embarking in its next chapter with the unveiling of its first-ever full seasonal collection. Styled by Ian Bradley and photographed by Menelik Puryear, the hefty lookbook celebrates Emanuel's energetic ethos and sense of humor with casual styling and bold hues for the summertime. Comprising tailored essentials, colorful, textured knits, retro sports gear, branded underwear, and more, the label's inaugural SS25 collection expands on its sports-focused aesthetic with playful colors and textures. A range of cable-knit shorts and zip-up hoodies is cast in off-white, minty green, deep blue, and yellow. Bradley layers these core pieces with stand-out tops, including a green cropped mesh jersey, emblazoned with a pink 91, and an orange and yellow tie-dye canvas shirt. In other looks, Emanuel continues to evolve his signature shorts design with new materials, including green, pink, and brown pairs made from a plush knit. Summer stripes also make an appearance in chunky knit sets comprising button-up shirts and shorts in pink and yellow colorways. The collection is topped off with more elevated pieces, including classic Oxford-style shirting, denim shirts, and the linen track pants, which feature a contrast panel down the side legs. The Eric Emanuel SS25 Collection launches first with the Summer Cableknit Shorts & Zip-Ups in Navy, Green & Yellow, Oxford Shirting in Blue, Pink and White, and Linen Track Pants in Brown/Blue, Green/Blue, and Ivory/Blue, today at thebrand's web store. The brand will subsequently launch its Striped-Knit Shorts & Button-Downs on June 6. See the gallery above for a deep dive into the lookbook.
New York Post
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Ex-PepsiCo exec who claimed he invented Flamin' Hot Cheetos loses defamation lawsuit against snack giant
PepsiCo won the dismissal of a lawsuit by a former executive who said the food and beverage company defrauded and defamed him by denying that he invented Flamin' Hot Cheetos. In a decision on Wednesday, US District Judge John Holcomb said Richard Montanez, who retired from PepsiCo in 2019 to become a full-time motivational speaker, did not show that PepsiCo and its Frito-Lay unit intentionally reneged on a promise to tell the 'true story' of how he created the popular spicy chips. The Santa Ana, Calif.-based judge also said PepsiCo did not defame Montanez by allegedly refusing in 2023 to assist in a documentary about his life unless it debunked his claim. 3 Richard Montanez, who retired from PepsiCo in 2019 to become a full-time motivational speaker, had his lawsuit against his former employer tossed. GC Images Holcomb said the actual malice standard for defamation, requiring knowledge of falsity or reckless disregard for the truth, was appropriate based on Montanez's describing himself as 'part of the cultural canon' through two best-selling books and a hit movie directed by Eva Longoria. Lawyers for Montanez did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Thursday. Camille Vasquez, a lawyer for Purchase, NY-based PepsiCo, declined to comment. Montanez began in 1976 as a Frito-Lay janitor in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., and rose to become PepsiCo's vice president of multicultural marketing and sales. He said he sparked what became Flamin' Hot Cheetos around 1989, when took unflavored Cheetos home to experiment with seasonings and 'drew inspiration' from elote, a Mexican grilled corn seasoned with chili powder. PepsiCo introduced Flamin' Hot Cheetos in 1992, and made it a multibillion-dollar brand. 3 Montanez said he sparked what became Flamin' Hot Cheetos around 1989. Mdv Edwards – Montanez said he once booked 35 speaking engagements annually at $10,000 to $50,000 each but lost most bookings after a Los Angeles Times article in May 2021 in which Frito-Lay rejected the 'urban legend' that he invented the snack chips. Frito-Lay later said its comments were misconstrued, and it had no reason to doubt Montanez's efforts to create new Cheetos products. The newspaper defended its reporting. 3 A scene from the 2023 film 'Flamin Hot,' which was directed by Eva Longoria. AP Montanez's story about Flamin' Hot Cheetos was told in Longoria's 2023 film 'Flamin' Hot' and in two memoirs. The case is Martinez v PepsiCo Inc et al, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, No. 24-01792.
