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Political violence kills Mexico Green Party candidate amid historic number of assassinations

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Jorge Huerta Cabrera, a candidate for local office in Mexico’s state of Puebla, was killed on Friday, marking the 37th political assassination during this year’s election, a record high. According to local media , Cabrera was gunned down near his home. Cabrera was the candidate for councilor of the PVEM- Mexico’s Green Party. According to local media , he was shot when he exited his truck, and was taken to the General Hospital of Izúcar de Matamoros, where he died.

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Goodbye Rosen references, hello Jennings references?

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Guest Post by Sarah Burstein, Professor of Law at Suffolk University Law School LKQ Corp. v. GM Global Tech. , 21-2348 (Fed. Cir. 2024) (en banc). In its decision in LKQ v. GM , the en banc Federal Circuit may have raised as many questions as it answered. For now, I’d like to focus on one: What counts as a proper primary reference under LKQ ? While the Federal Circuit overruled the Rosen requirement that a primary reference look “basically the same” as the claimed design, the court did not over

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Kansas Supreme Court finds no fundamental right to vote in state constitution

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The Kansas Supreme Court held Friday that there is no fundamental right to vote in the state’s constitution in a complex ruling related three 2021 election laws concerning false representation of election officials, verification of advance ballots and limitations on their collection. The court made three major rulings in the decision: (1) saying the right to vote is not an “enumerated political right” under Section 2 of the state’s Bill of Rights , (2) upholding the restr

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Women’s Health a Focus for FDA and Biden Administration

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By Adrienne R. Lenz, Principal Medical Device Regulation Expert — FDA’s Office of Women’s Health (OWH) recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. This office was formed in 1994 to promote the inclusion of women in clinical trials and to provide leadership on topics related to the health of women. Given that FDA was founded in 1906 and the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act went into effect in 1938, the OWH’s thirty years of existence, while an important milestone, constitutes a very small amou

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.

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UN votes to briefly extend and then end Iraq mission after 20 years following request from government

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The UN Security Council (UNSC) voted Friday to briefly extend and then end the United Nations Assistance to Iraq Mission (UNAMI). The mission’s mandate was extended until December 31, 2025, in order to wrap up the mission’s final phase and withdraw. Established in 2003 following the US invasion of Iraq, the mission was sent to coordinate humanitarian efforts and aid in restoring the government.

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Ecuador police announce arrest of major gang leader in Panama

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The Ecuadorian police announced Friday the arrest of Julio Alberto M. A., also known as “Negro Tulio,” the leader of the Chone gang, in Panama. He is implicated in the murder of prosecutor Cesar Suarez in January 2024, who was investigating organized transnational crime in Guayas province. On June 1, Ecuadorian authorities confirmed that Julio M., alias “Negro Tulio,” leader of “Los ChoneKillers,” arrived in Guayaquil, Ecuador.

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US and Germany authorize Ukraine to target Russian soil with long-range weapons

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Germany and the US authorized Ukraine on Friday to target specific locations within Russia using the long-range weaponry they are providing. This major shift in policy occurs as Ukrainian forces, who are facing shortages, continue to lose territory in the conflict. Germany affirmed Ukraine’s right to defend its territory under international law, specifically highlighting Ukraine’s right to repel attacks emanating from Russian soil.

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Germany police shoot knifeman who attacked far-right activist at anti-Islam event

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German police on Friday shot and wounded a knifeman who attacked a right-wing, anti-Islam demonstration in the city of Mannheim, local police shared in a statement. The attacker, whose name has not been disclosed, is described as a 25-year-old man born in Afghanistan who has lived in Germany since 2014 and resides in Heppenheim, Hesse, a city located approximately 32 kilometers outside Mannheim.

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UN development specialist assumes Haiti prime minister role

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UN development specialist Garry Conille arrived on Saturday in Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince, to take on his new role as Haiti’s prime minister. Conille has been serving as UNICEF’s Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean since January 2023. Prior to this role, he held various positions for different UN branches. In the wake of Haiti’s 2010 earthquake, he was nominated as Haiti’s prime minister, and he assumed the position from October 2011 to May 2012.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

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Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Paris-based Morocco journalist to appeal France prohibition against hijab ID card photos

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A Paris-based Moroccan journalist Manal Fkihi stated Friday she will appeal the French regulation which prohibits Muslim women from taking press ID card photos in hijabs. Fkihi moved to France five years ago for her journalism studies. The responsible administrative body rejected Fkihi’s application for a press ID card because the authority stated that the photo requirement for a press ID card is akin to the law on official documents, which puts forward the said prohibition.

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Russia court extends detention of Russian-American journalist charged as a foreign agent

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A Russian court on Friday ordered to extend the detention of an American-Russian journalist by two months until August 5, after she was charged with failure to register as a foreign agent. Alsu Kurmasheva’s hearing was held on May 31 when the decision was made. According to local media reports , she was denied house arrest. Kurmasheva is a journalist for RadioFreeEurope Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) and is a dual US and Russian citizen.

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Over 150,000 attend South Korea LGBTQ+ Pride festival despite Seoul Plaza ban

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More than 150,000 participants converged in Seoul’s downtown Euljiro district on Saturday for the 25th Seoul Queer Culture Festival (SQCF), despite authorities denying the event its customary venue, Seoul Plaza, for the second consecutive year. The SQCF organizing committee has persistently sought to host its annual parade at Seoul Plaza since 2015.

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Mexico election authority cancels elections in two municipalities due to violence and insecurity

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The Institute of Elections and Citizen Participation (IEPC) of the Mexican state of Chiapas decided not to hold the elections in the municipalities of Pantelhó and Chicomuselo due to acts of violence and the lack of security. The Friday decision came shortly before the federal elections in Mexico scheduled for Sunday, in which the presidency, governorships, mayoralties, and federal and state congressional seats will be elected.

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Paralegal Power Move: Your Guide to Getting the Tech Tools That Maximize Your Time

Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota

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Biden announces three-phase proposal by Israel for Gaza ceasefire

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US President Joe Biden announced on Friday the terms of a three-phase proposal by Israel for a ceasefire in Gaza, ensuring what he called a “long-standing peace for Palestinians and Israel.” Biden said that the first phase includes a complete ceasefire, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the populated areas in Gaza, the release of several hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, and the return of refugees to their homes.

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Trump legal team vows to appeal New York felony conviction

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Former president Donald Trump’s legal tram vowed Friday to file an appeal, after a New York jury found Trump guilty of 34 counts of falsifying business records. Trump’s lawyer, Todd Blanche, told CNN and NBC’s Today that the team expected to win on appeal. Judge Juan Merchan set a June 13 deadline for filing any motions. On Fox News , Blanche said that Trump’s legal team had been saying the trial was “unfair” for over a year.

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Thousands rally in Tel Aviv to urge acceptance of ceasefire agreement touted by Biden

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Thousands of Israelis took to the streets of Tel Aviv Saturday to urge Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to accept a ceasefire deal touted by President Joe Biden. The protests took place amidst mounting pressure to come to an agreement with Hamas to bring hostages home. Protestors held signs with slogans such as “Biden save them from Netanyahu,” and “Biden cares more about the hostages than Netanyahu” There were reports of clashes with police and the use of tear gas durin