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Australian prosecutors drop case against actor Amber Heard over pet Yorkshire terriers
Read full article: Australian prosecutors drop case against actor Amber Heard over pet Yorkshire terriersAustralian prosecutors have dropped a potential criminal case against American actor Amber Heard over allegations that she lied to a court about how her Yorkshire terriers came to be smuggled into Australia eight years ago.
What to stream this weekend: 'Monkey King,' Stand Up to Cancer, 'No Hard Feelings,' Madden NFL 24
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: 'Monkey King,' Stand Up to Cancer, 'No Hard Feelings,' Madden NFL 24This week’s new entertainment releases include albums from Irish singer-songwriter Hozier and Idina Menzel, the animated “The Monkey King” from Stephen Chow and Jennifer Lawrence’s R-rated comedy “No Hard Feelings.”.
Johnny Depp on his Cannes return and finding 'the basement to the bottom'
Read full article: Johnny Depp on his Cannes return and finding 'the basement to the bottom'Just a year ago, the image of Johnny Depp smiling and waving atop the Palais steps at the Cannes Film Festival would have been unthinkable to most — including to Depp, himself.
At Cannes Film Festival, Johnny Depp says he has no 'further need for Hollywood'
Read full article: At Cannes Film Festival, Johnny Depp says he has no 'further need for Hollywood'Appearing at the Cannes Film Festival the day after premiering his first film in three years, Johnny Depp said Wednesday that he has “no further need” for Hollywood.
Cannes Film Festival kicks off with Johnny Depp, 'Jeanne du Barry' and plenty to talk about
Read full article: Cannes Film Festival kicks off with Johnny Depp, 'Jeanne du Barry' and plenty to talk aboutThe Cannes red carpet has sprung to life again with the premiere of the Louis XV period drama “Jeanne du Barry,” with Johnny Depp.
Cannes director defends festival after Adèle Haenel slams French film industry's #MeToo response
Read full article: Cannes director defends festival after Adèle Haenel slams French film industry's #MeToo responseAfter one of France’s top actors, Adèle Haenel, announced she was quitting a French film industry that she denounced for “complacency toward sexual aggressors,” Cannes Film Festival chief Thierry Fremaux rejected her criticisms Monday.
Cannes Film Festival readies a blockbuster edition, with Indy, 'Flower Moon,' Depp and more
Read full article: Cannes Film Festival readies a blockbuster edition, with Indy, 'Flower Moon,' Depp and moreThe 76th Cannes Film Festival opens Tuesday with the premiere of “Jeanne du Barry,” a historical drama starring Johnny Depp.
Gwyneth Paltrow won her ski trial. Here's how it played out
Read full article: Gwyneth Paltrow won her ski trial. Here's how it played outGwyneth Paltrow’s live-streamed trial over a 2016 ski collision at a posh Utah resort has drawn worldwide attention, spawned memes and sparked debate about the burden and power of celebrity.
Johnny Depp, Amber Heard settle defamation appeals
Read full article: Johnny Depp, Amber Heard settle defamation appealsActors Johnny Depp and Amber Heard have settled their defamation lawsuits following a high-profile trial earlier this year in which the former couple accused each other of physical and verbal abuse.
Heard to appeal $10M judgment in Depp defamation case
Read full article: Heard to appeal $10M judgment in Depp defamation caseAmber Heard has notified a Virginia court that she intends to appeal the $10 million judgment she was ordered to pay ex-husband Johnny Depp during a high-profile defamation trial.
Depp's lawyers urge judge to leave jury verdict intact
Read full article: Depp's lawyers urge judge to leave jury verdict intactLawyers for Johnny Depp are urging a Virginia judge to leave his $10 million defamation judgment intact after attorneys for his ex-wife, Amber Heard, asked the judge to set aside the verdict.
Amber Heard says she stands by 'every word' of her testimony
Read full article: Amber Heard says she stands by 'every word' of her testimonyAmber Heard says she stands by the testimony she gave during a contentious six-week libel trial against former husband Johnny Depp, saying she has “always told the truth.”.
Amber Heard says she doesn't blame jury in Depp libel case
Read full article: Amber Heard says she doesn't blame jury in Depp libel caseAmber Heard says she doesn’t blame the jury that awarded Johnny Depp more than $10 million after a contentious six-week libel trial in her first post-verdict interview.
Roy Moore seeks to revive lawsuit against Sacha Baron Cohen
Read full article: Roy Moore seeks to revive lawsuit against Sacha Baron CohenA lawyer for Roy Moore is trying to persuade three federal judges to revive a $95 million lawsuit the former Alabama candidate for U.S. Senate brought against comedian Sacha Baron Cohen.
Johnny Depp and Amber Heard: Uphill battle to rebuild images
Read full article: Johnny Depp and Amber Heard: Uphill battle to rebuild imagesAfter an explosive six-week libel trial followed by millions on social media and live TV, Johnny Depp and Amber Heard each face an uphill battle as they try to rebuild their images and careers.
Lawyer: Heard was 'demonized' by Depp team, social media
Read full article: Lawyer: Heard was 'demonized' by Depp team, social mediaAmber Heard's lawyer says she was “demonized” by ex-husband Johnny Depp's legal team and excoriated on social media during a sensational defamation trial that ended with a jury ordering her to pay Depp $15 million.
Jury's duty in Depp-Heard trial doesn't track public debate
Read full article: Jury's duty in Depp-Heard trial doesn't track public debateWhen the jury in Johnny Depp's libel suit against ex-wife Amber Heard resumes deliberations after the Memorial Day weekend, its focus will be on issues much removed from the public debate that has engulfed the proceedings.
Amber Heard ends testimony asking Depp to 'leave me alone'
Read full article: Amber Heard ends testimony asking Depp to 'leave me alone'Amber Heard told jurors that a harassment campaign waged against her by ex-husband Johnny Depp has left her humiliated and scared for her life from multiple death threats, and said she just wants Depp to "leave me alone.”.
Witness for Depp cryptically contradicts key Heard witness
Read full article: Witness for Depp cryptically contradicts key Heard witnessJurors in Johnny Depp’s libel lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard heard a snippet of testimony contradicting one of Heard’s key witnesses, but much of the context was stripped away.
Surgeon: Johnny Depp's severed finger story has flaws
Read full article: Surgeon: Johnny Depp's severed finger story has flawsA hand surgeon has testified that Johnny Depp could not have lost the tip of his middle finger the way he told jurors it happened in his civil lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard.
Jury sees pics of Heard's swollen face after fight with Depp
Read full article: Jury sees pics of Heard's swollen face after fight with DeppJurors in Johnny Depp’s libel trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard were shown photos of her with red marks and swelling on her face after their final fight before their divorce.
Depp trial: Psychologist testifies actor assaulted Heard
Read full article: Depp trial: Psychologist testifies actor assaulted HeardA a psychologist has testified that actor Amber Heard suffered post-traumatic stress disorder from violence, including sexual violence, she suffered at the hands of her ex-husband Johnny Depp.
Depp's agent calls Heard op-ed piece on abuse 'catastrophic'
Read full article: Depp's agent calls Heard op-ed piece on abuse 'catastrophic'Johnny Depp’s agent says that ex-wife Amber Heard's 2018 op-ed piece in The Washington Post describing herself as a victim of domestic abuse was “catastrophic” to Depp's career and coincided with the loss of a $23 million deal for a “Pirates of the Caribbean” sequel.
Amber Heard's lawyers revised article Johnny Depp sued over
Read full article: Amber Heard's lawyers revised article Johnny Depp sued overAmber Heard pushed to have details of her marriage with fellow actor Johnny Depp included in an op-ed piece that she wrote about domestic violence, even though her lawyers wanted those passages removed from the article.
Officers: No injuries on Amber Heard after fight with Depp
Read full article: Officers: No injuries on Amber Heard after fight with DeppLos Angeles police officers who responded to a domestic violence call at the penthouse of actors Johnny Depp and Amber Heard say they saw no marks on her face after a 2016 fight between the couple in which Heard says she was assaulted.
Depp recording warns of 'bloodbath' if arguments escalate
Read full article: Depp recording warns of 'bloodbath' if arguments escalateJurors in Johnny Depp’s libel lawsuit against his ex-wife, actress Amber Heard, are hearing audio clips of Depp shouting vulgarities at his wife and warning of a “bloodbath” if their arguments escalate.
Johnny Depp on stand: Ex-wife Heard's allegations 'heinous'
Read full article: Johnny Depp on stand: Ex-wife Heard's allegations 'heinous'Actor Johnny Depp told jurors that he felt compelled to sue his ex-wife Amber Heard for libel out of an obsession for the truth after she accused him of domestic violence.
Serbia: Mine protesters block roads near Statehood Day event
Read full article: Serbia: Mine protesters block roads near Statehood Day eventHundreds of protesters opposed to lithium mining in Serbia have blocked roads near a government building where the Balkan country’s populist president hosted an awards ceremony.
UK court rejects Depp bid to appeal 'wife beater' ruling
Read full article: UK court rejects Depp bid to appeal 'wife beater' rulingAppeal judges said the Hollywood star cannot challenge the High Courts rejection of his libel lawsuit against publisher of The Sun newspaper for labeling him a wife beater in an article. High Court Justice Andrew Nicol ruled in November that allegations against Depp, made in a April 2018 article, were substantially true. AdLawyers for Depp argued at a court hearing last week that Depp hadn't received a fair hearing and that Heard was an unreliable witness. Depp and Heard met on the set of the 2011 comedy “The Rum Diary” and married in Los Angeles in February 2015. AdThe High Court ruling came after a headline-grabbing three-week trial in July, in which Depp and Heard gave conflicting accounts of their brief, tempestuous marriage, with each accusing the other of being controlling, violent and deceitful.
Lawyers for Johnny Depp seek to appeal 'wife beater' ruling
Read full article: Lawyers for Johnny Depp seek to appeal 'wife beater' rulingThe Hollywood star is seeking permission to appeal a High Court ruling in November, when he lost his libel lawsuit against The Sun newspaper for labeling him a “wife beater” in an article. AdOn Thursday, Depp’s lawyers argued for an appeal, saying Depp did not receive a fair trial. Caldecott also argued that Nicol, the High Court judge, unfairly rejected evidence unfavorable to Heard during last year's trial. Lawyers for The Sun's publisher rejected the arguments, saying Heard did not lie about the donations because she was pledging to pay the sums over time. Two judges at the Court of Appeal said they would not make a decision about the appeal Thursday, but would issue a ruling soon.
A multimedia impeachment trial: Video takes center stage
Read full article: A multimedia impeachment trial: Video takes center stageTrump's lawyers fully embraced a TikTok defense on Friday, using manipulated video to complain about manipulated video and relying on rapid-fire, repetitive imagery. “The only question one might have is whether they repeated that effectiveness too much.”They also left room for a line of attack for Trump's lawyers. Trump's team found video of participants in the impeachment trial calling past elections into question, even digging back to find a 2005 speech by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. In a trial without witnesses, the House managers relied heavily on media reports and interviews. Ultimately, it was a fully modern impeachment trial, with hours spent in video editing rooms likely rivaling the time spent with lawyers.
Fake US leg band gets pigeon a reprieve in Australia
Read full article: Fake US leg band gets pigeon a reprieve in AustraliaA racing pigeon sits on a rooftop Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, in Melbourne, Australia, The racing pigeon, first spotted in late Dec. 2020, appears to have made an extraordinary 13,000-kilometer (8,000-mile) Pacific Ocean crossing from the United States to Australia. (Kevin Celli-Bird via AP)CANBERRA – A pigeon that Australia declared a biosecurity risk has received a reprieve after a U.S. bird organization declared its identifying leg band was fake. But Deone Roberts, sport development manager for the Oklahoma-based American Racing Pigeon Union, said on Friday the band was fake. The band number belongs to a blue bar pigeon in the United States which is not the bird pictured in Australia, she said. Celli-Bird had contacted the American Racing Pigeon Union to find the bird’s owner based on the number on the leg band.
Johnny Depp exits 'Fantastic Beasts' franchise
Read full article: Johnny Depp exits 'Fantastic Beasts' franchiseFILE - In this Tuesday, July 14, 2020 file photo, American actor Johnny Depp gestures to the media as he arrives at the High Court in London. The UK High Court has ruled against Johnny Depp in his libel suit against the owner of the Sun newpaper over wife-beating allegation, it was reported on Monday, Nov. 2, 2020. Depp said his announcement came “in light of recent events.”“I wish to let you know that I have been asked to resign by Warner Bros. from my role as Grindelwald in ‘Fantastic Beasts’ and I have respected and agreed to that request,” said Depp. The third “Fantastic Beasts” film is currently in production. My life and career will not be defined by this moment in time.”“Fantastic Beasts," a prequel franchise spun off from the “Harry Potter” films, has grossed nearly $1.5 billion between 2016's “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” and 2018's “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.” Warner Bros. on Friday postponed the release of the third “Fantastic Beasts” film from November next year to summer 2022.
Johnny Depp loses UK libel case over 'wife-beater' claims
Read full article: Johnny Depp loses UK libel case over 'wife-beater' claims“They must have been terrifying.”In court, Depp accused Heard of making up her allegations, while acknowledging wide-ranging drug problems. The judge found that 12 of the 14 instances of domestic violence had occurred and said that was sufficient to rule against Depp. Depp and Heard met on the set of 2011 comedy “The Rum Diary” and married in Los Angeles in 2015. “What woman has ever benefited from being a victim of domestic violence?” she asked in court. “Johnny Depp is only going to be able to rehabilitate himself if he accepts this judgment," he added.
Ruling due in Depp's high-stakes libel suit against tabloid
Read full article: Ruling due in Depp's high-stakes libel suit against tabloidA British judge is set to deliver his judgement in writing on Monday Nov. 2, 2020, deciding whether a tabloid newspaper defamed Depp by calling him a wife beater." (AP Photo/Frank Augstein, FILE)LONDON – A British judge will decide Monday whether a tabloid newspaper defamed Johnny Depp by calling him a “wife beater,” a ruling with huge implications for the careers of both Depp and former spouse Amber Heard. Both Depp and Heard spent several days in the witness box during the three-week trial in July, giving irreconcilable accounts of their volatile relationship. The alleged assaults took place in glamorous settings including the couple’s luxury penthouse, Depp’s private island in the Bahamas and an executive jet. Depp acknowledged heavy drug use, saying he took marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy and magic mushrooms, and became addicted to opioid painkillers.
UK judge to rule Nov 2 on Depp's libel suit against tabloid
Read full article: UK judge to rule Nov 2 on Depp's libel suit against tabloidBritains judicial office said Tuesday Oct. 27, 2020, that judge Andrew Nicol will deliver his verdict in writing on Nov. 2, ruling on whether Johnny Depp was libelled by a tabloid newspaper that branded him a wife-beater. (AP Photo/Alvaro Barrientos, FILE)LONDON – A British judge will rule next week on whether Johnny Depp was libelled by a tabloid newspaper that branded him a wife-beater — an accusation his lawyer called a “reputation-destroying, career-ending” false allegation. Over several days in the witness box, Depp, 57, branded he allegations a “hoax” and claimed Heard was the aggressor during their volatile relationship. “He has never hit a woman in his entire life — period, full stop, nada,” Depp’s lawyer David Sherborne said in closing arguments. Depp is also suing Heard for $50 million in Virginia over a Washington Post story about domestic violence.
Lawyers summing up at Depp's libel trial against UK tabloid
Read full article: Lawyers summing up at Depp's libel trial against UK tabloidActor Johnny Depp arrives at the High Court for a hearing in his libel case, in London, Friday, July 24, 2020. The Sun's defense relies on a total of 14 allegations by his ex-wife, actress Amber Heard of Depp's violence. (Aaron Chown/PA via AP)LONDON Lawyers began their closing arguments Monday at Johnny Depps libel case against a British tabloid that accused him of abusing ex-wife Amber Heard a high-stakes celebrity trial in which the reputations of both former spouses are at stake. The former spouses have both been in court during three weeks of testimony at the grand neo-Gothic court building. The case is due to end Tuesday, but judge Andrew Nicol is not expected to deliver his ruling for several weeks.
Depp's lawyers play video showing Heard 'attacked' sister
Read full article: Depp's lawyers play video showing Heard 'attacked' sisterDepp is suing News Group Newspapers, publisher of The Sun, and the paper's executive editor, Dan Wootton, over an April 2018 article that called him a "wife-beater." The Sun's defense relies on a total of 14 allegations by his ex-wife, actress Amber Heard of Depp's violence. (Aaron Chown/PA via AP)LONDON Johnny Depp's lawyers in his libel suit against a British tabloid that labeled the actor a wife beater displayed video footage in a London courtroom Friday that they claim shows his ex-wife, Amber Heard, attacked her sister. Depp, 57, is suing News Group Newspapers, the publisher of The Sun, and the newspapers executive editor, Dan Wootton, over the April 2018 article. Depp's lawyer, David Sherborne, said it is quite clear that Heard assaulted her sister and that injuries to Henriquez are being examined on the tape.
Amber Heard wrapping up evidence in Johnny Depp libel trial
Read full article: Amber Heard wrapping up evidence in Johnny Depp libel trialAmerican actress Amber Heard smiles at the media as she arrives at the High Court in London, Thursday, July 23, 2020. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)LONDON Amber Heard is wrapping up her evidence in Johnny Depps libel case against a British tabloid over allegations of domestic violence, further accusing her ex-husband of abusing her when he was high on drugs or was drunk. Depp denies abusing Heard and claims she was the aggressor during their tempestuous relationship. During the first two weeks of case testimony at the High Court, judge Andrew Nicol heard from Depp and from several current or former employees who backed his version of events. In his testimony, Depp said he was the one being abused by Heard and that she had a history of being violent against him.
Amber Heard accuses Depp of throwing bottles like 'grenades'
Read full article: Amber Heard accuses Depp of throwing bottles like 'grenades'US actress Amber Heard arrives at the High Court in London in London, Wednesday, July 22, 2020. Actor Heard's ex-husband Johnny Depp is suing News Group Newspapers, publisher of The Sun, and the paper's executive editor, Dan Wootton, over an April 2018 article that called him a "wife-beater." Depp strongly denies all allegations. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein)
Amber Heard accuses Depp of throwing bottles like 'grenades'
Read full article: Amber Heard accuses Depp of throwing bottles like 'grenades'US actress Amber Heard arrives at the High Court in London in London, Wednesday, July 22, 2020. Heard has described her stay in Australia with Depp as akin to a three-day hostage situation." After that Heard alleges that Depp, fueled by drink and drugs, started throwing bottles, full enough that they broke a window behind her. In the first nine days of testimony at the High Court, judge Andrew Nicol heard from Depp and from several current or former employees who backed his version of events. In his testimony, Depp said he was the one being abused by Heard and that she had a history of being violent against him.
Amber Heard begins 2nd day of testimony in Depp libel trial
Read full article: Amber Heard begins 2nd day of testimony in Depp libel trialUS Actress Amber Heard arrives at the High Court in London, Tuesday, July 21, 2020. In the first hour of her second day of evidence, Depp's lawyer, Eleanor Laws, sought to show that Heard fabricated injuries, allegations that Heard denied. Depp, 57, is suing The Suns publisher, News Group Newspapers, and the papers executive editor, Dan Wootton, over the article. The Hollywood star strongly denies abusing Heard and was at the court to hear his ex-wife. In the first nine days of testimony at the High Court, judge Andrew Nicol heard from Depp and from several current or former employees who have backed his version of events.
Amber Heard starts evidence in Johnny Depp libel trial
Read full article: Amber Heard starts evidence in Johnny Depp libel trialAmber Heard arrives at the High Court, in London, Monday, July 20, 2020. Amber Heard started Monday to give evidence at the High Court in London as part of Johnny Depps libel case against The Sun over allegations of domestic violence during the couple's relationship. (AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali)
Amber Heard starts evidence in Johnny Depp libel trial
Read full article: Amber Heard starts evidence in Johnny Depp libel trialActress Amber Heard, center, arrives at the High Court in London, Monday, July 20, 2020. Amber Heard started Monday to give evidence at the High Court in London as part of Johnny Depps libel case against The Sun over allegations of domestic violence during the couple's relationship. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)LONDON Amber Heard entered the witness box Monday to give evidence during her ex-husband Johnny Depps libel case against a British tabloid that accused him of assaulting her during their tempestuous relationship. Depp is suing News Group Newspapers, publisher of the Sun, and the papers executive editor, Dan Wootton, at the High Court in London over the article. Depp, 57, and Heard met on the set of the 2011 comedy The Rum Diary and married in Los Angeles in February 2015.
US MeToo activist says Sun misquoted her in Depp abuse story
Read full article: US MeToo activist says Sun misquoted her in Depp abuse storyThe Sun's defense relies on a total of 14 allegations by his ex-wife Amber Heard of Depp's violence. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)LONDON A #MeToo activist said in a court document released Friday that she was misquoted and misused by a British tabloid newspaper in an article that accused Johnny Depp of physically abusing his ex-wife, Amber Heard. I was not going public on behalf of #MeToo or myself, to criticize J.K. Rowlings decision to cast Mr. Depp, nor did I accuse Mr. Depp of hurting Amber Heard, about which I have no first-hand knowledge.Kendall also said she had heard several times that Heard was abusive to Depp. Depp, 57, and Heard, 34, met on the set of the 2011 comedy The Rum Diary and married in Los Angeles in February 2015. Romero said a friend of his was a big fan of Mr Depp and he was concerned about him not being able to play the guitar.
Paradis, Ryder no longer appearing at Depp's libel case
Read full article: Paradis, Ryder no longer appearing at Depp's libel caseActor Johnny Depp, centre, is surrounded by fans as he arrives at the High Court in London, Thursday, July 16, 2020. The Suns defense relies on a total of 14 allegations by his ex-wife Amber Heard of Depps violence. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)LONDON Johnny Depps former partners Vanessa Paradis and Winona Ryder will no longer be appearing as witnesses in the stars libel suit against a British tabloid newspaper that accused him of assaulting ex-wife Amber Heard, a lawyer said Thursday. Paradis and Ryder had been scheduled to testify as witnesses on Depps behalf in the U.K. High Court case. Depps lawyer, David Sherborne, said Thursday that he no longer needed to call them because The Sun does not contest Depps claim that he never hit them.
Depp ex-employee: Heard asked him to lie in court over dogs
Read full article: Depp ex-employee: Heard asked him to lie in court over dogsActress Amber Heard gestures as she arrives at the High Court for a hearing in Johnny Depp's libel case, in London, Wednesday July 15, 2020. Depp is suing News Group Newspapers, publisher of The Sun, and the papers executive editor, Dan Wootton, over an April 2018 article that called him a wife-beater. The Suns defense relies on a total of 14 allegations by Heard of Depps violence. He strongly denies all of them. (Dominic Lipinski/PA via AP)
Depp ex-employee: Heard asked him to lie in court over dogs
Read full article: Depp ex-employee: Heard asked him to lie in court over dogsActress Amber Heard gestures as she arrives at the High Court for a hearing in Johnny Depp's libel case, in London, Wednesday July 15, 2020. (Dominic Lipinski/PA via AP)LONDON Johnny Depps former estate manager said Wednesday that Amber Heard asked him to lie under oath after she was charged with bringing her two dogs to Australia illegally. Kevin Murphy was testifying in Depps libel suit against a British tabloid that accused the actor of physically abusing Heard, his ex-wife. In a written witness statement for Depps libel case, Murphy said Heard asked him to falsely claim that she didn't know it was illegal to bring the dogs to Australia, which has strict animal quarantine rules. He was accused of lying by The Suns lawyer, Sasha Wass, who pointed out that he had subsequently made a misleading declaration in the Australian court case.
Depp in witness box for 5th day at lawsuit over abuse claims
Read full article: Depp in witness box for 5th day at lawsuit over abuse claimsActress Amber Heard, center, arrives at the High Court in London, Monday, July 13, 2020. Johnny Depp is expected to wrap up his evidence at his libel trial against a tabloid newspaper that accused him of abusing ex-wife Amber Heard. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)LONDON Johnny Depp is expected to wrap up his evidence Monday at his libel trial against a tabloid newspaper that accused him of abusing ex-wife Amber Heard. Depp accuses Heard of cutting off his fingertip by throwing a vodka bottle at him. I thought that was an oddly fitting end to the relationship, Depp said Friday.