Trial schedule under pressure as court hears Haaima plans to testify in his own defence

The schedule for the 98-count criminal trial of Kingston tech entrepreneur Michael Haaima, who is accused of exploiting and sexually abusing children and young women over several years, came under renewed pressure Tuesday after proceedings ended before the lunch recess when a complainant was unable to continue her cross-examination.The adjournment also prompted a scheduling discussion during which the public heard for the first time that Haaima intends to testify in his own defence.The unexpect