Street violence, Georgia election commission, Israel attacks Lebanon: Daily briefing

Sean “Diddy” Combs may be “fighting for his life” as he faces trial and sex crimes charges, legal experts say. New York police on Monday arrested the controversial mogul, who has spent the past year fighting multiple civil lawsuits with alleged victims over allegations of misconduct spanning three decades. Combs maintains his innocence and pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges of sex trafficking, organized crime and solicitation of prostitution. Federal prosecutors have gathered enough evidence to seek a grand jury indictment against Combs. But what does this mean for his upcoming legal battle — and ultimately, his career and reputation? Read more

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Shohei Ohtani makes history with his first MLB season with 50 home runs and 50 steals

Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday became the first player in baseball history to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a single season. He played a monster game against the Miami Marlins, hitting three home runs and stealing two bases in a 6-for-6 performance that produced 10 RBIs. He finished the day as a 51-51 man. And in doing so, he leaves behind the five other members of the 40-40 club: Jose Canseco (1988), Barry Bonds (1996), Alex Rodriguez (1998), Alfonso Soriano (2006) and Ronald Acuña Jr. (2023). Read more

Photo of the day: The best of the 2024 MLB season

Shohei Ohtani celebrates with his fans after making MLB history. Aaron Judge rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam against the Red Sox. Watch the best footage from the 2024 Major League Baseball season from the USA TODAY Network.