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France accuses Azerbaijan of interfering in New Caledonia riots

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France accused Azerbaijan on Friday of interfering in the riots in New Caledonia and spreading anti-French rhetoric on social media, according to a report published by the French agency Viginum. Viginum alleged that Azerbaijan disseminated “manifestly inaccurate or misleading content – photo or video montages – blaming France for its handling of the situation in New Caledonia in the context of the riots.” The report came one day after French Interior Minister Gerald Darma

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, May 18, 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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Peru congress rejects latest effort to impeach president Dina Boluarte

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The Peruvian Congress dismissed three motions aimed at impeaching President Dina Boluarte on Friday. Motions 11507, 11508 and 11512 were introduced primarily by opposition legislators, mainly from leftist factions, with the intent of declaring Boluarte’s “permanent moral incapacity” to serve as president. The impeachment efforts were based on Article 113.2 of the Peru Constitution, which provides for the declaration of a president’s permanent moral incapacity.

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A Chat With Legal Rebel Richard Granat

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Jerry Lawson spoke with Richard Granat, a lawyer, frequent speaker on legal technology, blogger, and consultant. His professional work has earned many awards, including the ABA's Legal Rebel Award, the ABA's Louis M. Brown Lifetime Achievement Award, and the ABA's James I. Keane Memorial Award. He has long been a leader in using technology to improve access to legal services.

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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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Kenya court orders service of lawsuit opposing police deployment to Haiti

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The Kenya High Court on Friday ordered that a lawsuit seeking to prevent the government from deploying police to Haiti be served on top government officials, according to Reuters. The court scheduled the case’s hearing for June 12. Thirdway Alliance Kenya leaders Dr. Ekuru Aukot and Miruru Waweru filed the complaint on Thursday to block the police deployment, which is part of a UN-backed mission to assist Haiti’s battle against gang violence.

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Panama president-elect plans new checkpoints to control border with Colombia

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Panama’s next president José Raul Mulino announced Thursday that the forthcoming government is planning to set up new checkpoints in a thick jungle area along its southern border, which has become a dangerous segment of the path for the growing number of migrants trying to head to the US. During his proclamation as president-elect , Mulino delivered a speech outlining his government plans.

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“Alito’s Stars and Gripes: What the Justice’s upside down American flag tells us about SCOTUS’ declining legitimacy.”

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“Alito’s Stars and Gripes: What the Justice’s upside down American flag tells us about SCOTUS’ declining legitimacy.” You can access today’s new episode of Slate’s “Amicus” podcast via this link. The post “Alito’s Stars and Gripes: What the Justice’s upside down American flag tells us about SCOTUS’ declining legitimacy.” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Georgia president vetoes ‘foreign agents’ law

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President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili on Friday vetoed a controversial “foreign agents” law that has been decried as “Russian-style” legislation and has sparked massive protests in the country. Zourabichvili took to her Twitter account to announce the veto, saying, “Today, I vetoed the Russian law. This law, in its essence and spirit, is fundamentally Russian, contradicting our constitution and all European standards.

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“Upside-down flag at Justice Alito’s home another blow for Supreme Court under fire”

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“Upside-down flag at Justice Alito’s home another blow for Supreme Court under fire”: Lindsay Whitehurst and Gary Fields of The Associated Press have this report. Ed Pilkington of The Guardian has a news analysis headlined “ Red flag? Samuel Alito scandal casts further doubt on supreme court’s impartiality.” The post “Upside-down flag at Justice Alito’s home another blow for Supreme Court under fire” appeared first on How Appealing.

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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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UK sanctions companies involved in arms-for-oil trade between Russia and North Korea

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The UK government imposed a new sanction package on Friday targeting the “illicit arms-for-oil transfers between Russia and North Korea.” Three companies and one individual found “enabling” this arms-for-oil trade have been subject to the sanction package. They are the North Korean company Paekyangsan Shipping Co. Ltd, the Russian companies Vostochnaya Stevedoring Co.

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“Just how long should a Supreme Court justice stay around?”

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“Just how long should a Supreme Court justice stay around?” David Lauter of The Los Angeles Times has this news analysis. The post “Just how long should a Supreme Court justice stay around?” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan appears virtually before court from jail

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Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan appeared virtually before the Supreme Court of Pakistan from jail on Thursday. Khan’s official X (formerly “Twitter”) handle shared the pictures from his appearance and added, “ Illegally incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s pictures’ appear on social media after 285 days from a court hearing today.” According to local news daily Dawn , Khan appeared before the court via video link regarding ch

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“Samuel Alito, the Supreme Court’s Least Surprising January 6 Enthusiast; Who among us hasn’t responded to a petty neighborhood squabble by, uh, flying the preferred flag of violent insurrectionists?”

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“Samuel Alito, the Supreme Court’s Least Surprising January 6 Enthusiast; Who among us hasn’t responded to a petty neighborhood squabble by, uh, flying the preferred flag of violent insurrectionists?” Jay Willis has this essay online at Balls and Strikes. The post “Samuel Alito, the Supreme Court’s Least Surprising January 6 Enthusiast; Who among us hasn’t responded to a petty neighborhood squabble by, uh, flying the preferred flag of violent insurrectionists?

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Excellence in Trial: A Strategic Guide for Modern Paralegals

Modern trial practice has evolved beyond basic organization. With technology reshaping courtrooms and attorneys expecting more than ever, paralegals need to elevate their capabilities while mastering the fundamentals of trial excellence. This comprehensive guide from Steno, built from author Joe Stephens' real-world experience as both a practicing attorney and law professor, provides a blueprint for delivering exceptional trial support in today's complex legal environment.

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University of London Professor Loses Racial Discrimination Claim Over a Recommendation of a Local Sushi Restaurant

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Professor Nana Sato-Rossberg at the University of London has lost a novel claim of racial discrimination against her superior, Provost Claire Ozanne. The offense? Ozanne simply said that Sato-Rossberg, who is Japanese, might enjoy a local sushi restaurant. Sato-Rossberg brought in internal claim alleging race discrimination, race harassment, victimization and retaliation for whistleblowing.

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“AI Meets ‘Brown v. Board’: Friday marks the 70th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court decision ‘Brown v. Board of Education’; To celebrate the day, AI groups have gathered to bring new life to learning about the case.”

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“AI Meets ‘Brown v. Board’: Friday marks the 70th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court decision ‘Brown v. Board of Education’; To celebrate the day, AI groups have gathered to bring new life to learning about the case.” Tony Mauro recently had this post online at his “The Marble Palace Blog” at The National Law Journal.

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Tick, Tick, Tick: One Month Before the Release of “The Indispensable Right” and Early Reviews are In

JonathanTurley

We are now exactly one month from the release of my new book, The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage. I am happy to share the reviews from writers, academics, journalists, and civil libertarians of the book, which is available for pre-order here. Those ordering now will have the first prints shipped to them on June 18th. I am deeply grateful to these early reviewers for their generous comments about the book.

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“We are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend and colleague the Honorable Gene E.K. Pratter.”

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“We are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend and colleague the Honorable Gene E.K. Pratter.” So begins an announcement from the Judges of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania online at that court’s website. The post “We are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend and colleague the Honorable Gene E.K.

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Transform Your E-Learning: Download the Ultimate Localization Use Case!

Uncover the secret to breaking language barriers and expanding your e-learning reach! This powerful use case reveals how Cesco Linguistic Services transformed 19 training modules for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood into culturally relevant courses in Arabic and Spanish—delivered on time and exceeding expectations. Learn how to localize your content seamlessly, avoid costly pitfalls, and connect with diverse audiences like never before.

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Israel recovers bodies of three hostages in Gaza

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced on Friday that it retrieved the bodies of three Israeli hostages who were killed during the October 7 Hamas-led terror attacks. The IDF identified the three individuals as Itzhak Gelerenter, Amit Buskila and Shani Louk , whose bodies were kidnapped by Hamas after being confirmed dead on October 30. The IDF stated : Based on verified intelligence in our possession, Yitzhak Gelernter, Shani Louk, and Amit Buskila were murdered during the October 7 Massacre

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