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UN condemns Taliban directive barring women from medical education

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The United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) on Thursday condemned a new Taliban directive barring Afghan women and girls from attending private medical institutions, warning that it will have devastating consequences for the countrys healthcare system. OHCHR Spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani stated : “The measure is profoundly discriminatory, short-sighted and puts the lives of women and girls at risk in multiple ways.

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GW Alum Creates Endowment for “The Professor Jonathan Turley Public Interest and Public Service Summer Fellowship”

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I have the honor to announce the endowment of a new fellowship in my name. An alum of George Washington Law School’s Class of 1979 has given a gift to create “The Professor Jonathan Turley Public Interest and Public Service Summer Fellowship. ” The fellowship will support students in working with not-for-profit organizations or the government over the summer in otherwise non-paying positions.

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Syria rebels breach Damascus, free prisoners—developing story

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Fighters with the Syrian opposition movement Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) breached the capital Damascus early Sunday, reportedly freeing prisoners held in the country’s Sednaya Prison, according to Reuters and Al Jazeera , with Reuters reporting that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad fled the capital. HTS is claiming that Assad’s government has fallen, just one week after rebels took the country’s second-largest city, Aleppo.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, December 7, 2024

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Privacy and cybersecurity issues impact every aspect of our lives home, work, travel, education, finance, health and medical records to name but a few. On a weekly basis Pete Weiss highlights articles and information that focus on the increasingly complex and wide ranging ways technology is used to compromise and diminish our privacy and online security, often without our situational awareness.

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6 Contract Data Analytics Tools To Boost Contract Oversight

Analyzing contract trends with manual contract management is like sifting through a pile of papers in a dimly lit room, trying to find clues manually. Advanced CLM software’s contract data analytics, on the other hand, is like having an AI-based, intelligent magnifying glass that not only highlights key clues but also connects the dots for you. With innovative, AI-powered contract data analytics, you can solve the mystery of trends faster and with greater accuracy, making informed decisions base

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UK judge allows Bloody Sunday murder trial against former soldier to go ahead

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A judge in Belfast ruled on Friday that the murder trial of a former British soldier will go ahead. The defendant, Soldier F, pleaded not guilty to the murder of two Irish men and attempted murder of five others during the disturbances known as “Bloody Sunday” that took place in Northern Ireland in 1972. Soldier F’s lawyers sought to argue that there was insufficient evidence to try Soldier F for the murders.

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Lawyer group voices concerns over Pakistan violent crackdown on protests

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International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) expressed serious concern on Friday regarding the violent crackdown on opposition protestors during the recent protests in Islamabad, Pakistan. The group urged the country to strictly limit the use of force and adhere to international human rights standards. The group stated that 12 protesters reportedly died in D-Chowk, one of the largest town squares in Islamabad.

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Pop Art: The Value of Hunter Biden’s Art Expected to Collapse With the End of his Father’s Influence

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We have previously discussed the controversy surrounding Hunter Biden’s art sales. Many viewed the art as another avenue for political allies to funnel money to the Bidens. That was reinforced when it was discovered that the lucrative sales heralded by Hunter’s allies were found to have been largely the results of purchases by this “sugar bro” Kevin Morris.

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Impeachment motion against South Korea president fails in National Assembly

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An impeachment motion against South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol failed to proceed in the country’s National Assembly on Saturday after the session fell short of the required quorum. Only 195 members were present at the session, below the two-thirds threshold of 200 lawmakers needed to initiate the impeachment process. The motion came in response to Yoon’s controversial martial law declaration earlier this week.

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Sudan military aircraft bombed mosque, killing at least 7 civilians

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The Sudanese military’s aerial bombardment killed at least 7 civilians at the Sheikh Ahmed Al-Siddiq Mosque in Bahri City, Northern Khartoum, according to a statement made by the Sudan Emergency Lawyers on Friday. The statement said the incident took place after the Friday prayers. Several worshippers were also injured during the attack which the group described as “indiscriminate.” The minaret of the mosque was destroyed by the violent bombing as well.

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

Speaker: Allison Mears, Adela Wekselblatt, and George Socha

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal industry, and paralegals are at the forefront of this transformation. As AI becomes more integrated into legal workflows, paralegals can streamline their daily tasks, enhance efficiency, and add greater value to their firms and organizations. But what exactly does AI mean for paralegals today—and how can you leverage it to your advantage?

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Hong Kong court rejects protester’s bid for early release under national security law

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The Hong Kong Court of First Instance upheld prison authorities’ refusal to grant remission to a prisoner convicted of offenses “endangering national security” on Friday. The case marks the first judicial review against the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance (SNSO) enacted by the region’s legislature in March of this year.

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