Opening statements began today in the assault trial of actor Jonathan Majors in Manhattan. Majors, known for his roles in films like “Creed III” and “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” is accused of harassing and assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, in March.
Jabbari alleges that Majors grabbed her hand so hard he fractured her middle finger, twisted her arm behind her back, and struck her on the side of the head. She further claims that this incident was part of a pattern of physical and emotional abuse she endured throughout their relationship.
Majors has pleaded not guilty to the charges, which include assault, harassment, and strangulation. His defense attorney argues that Jabbari was the aggressor in the incident and that Majors acted in self-defense. The trial is expected to last for two weeks.
Fire officials confirmed today that a deadly fire in the Bronx last week was caused by the lithium-ion battery in an e-bike. The fire, which engulfed a five-story apartment building, resulted in the death of one resident and injured several others.
This incident highlights the potential dangers of lithium-ion batteries, especially when they are not properly stored or charged. The fire department urges residents to follow safety guidelines when using e-bikes and other devices containing lithium-ion batteries.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is piloting a program to improve the customer experience at the 30th Avenue station in Queens. The station is undergoing renovations that include brighter lighting, improved signage, and the installation of interactive touchscreens.
The MTA hopes that these upgrades will make the station more user-friendly and accessible for riders. If successful, this program could serve as a model for similar improvements across the subway system.
