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<p>Carly Stern is an independent journalist, writer and editor based in Brooklyn. She has written for publications including The New York Times, Vox, The Guardian and The Washington Post.</p>


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Carlos Watson, co-founder of Ozy Media, speaks with press after his sentencing hearing at Brooklyn Federal Court on December 16, 2024 in New York City. Watson was sentenced to almost 10 years in prison for trying to defraud investors and lenders by lying about the company’s finances after being convicted in July. Samir Rao, the other co-founder of Ozy, and Suzee Han, a former Ozy chief of staff, pleaded guilty last year to fraud charges and both cooperated in the case and testified against Watson.

Journalismism

Looking For Closure At Carlos Watson’s Sentencing Hearing

Alex Sujong Laughlin

Carlos Watson caught mid-speech in a press conference.

Media Meltdowns

Carlos Watson Played The Wrong Game And Lost

Patrick Redford

Jacksonville Jaguars mascot Jaxson de ville, wearing sunglasses and a jersey and carrying the team flag and American flag, leads the team onto the field against the Cleveland Browns in October 2008

Former Jags Employee Accused Of Stealing $22 Million, Used It On Cars, Gambling, And Crypto

Tom Ley

Capital

Brett Favre Wanted Inmates To Help Build His Fraudulent Volleyball Stadium

Laura Wagner

Here’s A Good Reason Not To Involve Brett Favre In Your Fraudulent Scheme

New River Gorge's iconic steel arch bridge.

The Great Outdoors

New River Gorge Offers Stunning Trails, Subpar Locations For Faking Your Own Death To Avoid Fraud Charges

fraud