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Taliban rejects ICC jurisdiction, declares 2003 Rome Statute accession void

JURIST

The Taliban announced on Thursday that Afghanistan would no longer recognize the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court (ICC) , asserting that Afghanistan’s 2003 accession to the Rome Statute is declared to be legally void after ICC prosecutor Karim Khan sought arrest warrants for Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and the Chief Justice of Afghanistan Abdul Hakim Haqqani last month.

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“Supreme Court Rejects Holocaust Survivors’ Suit Against Hungary; The justices unanimously ruled that the plaintiffs had not established a connection to the United States required by the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act”

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“Supreme Court Rejects Holocaust Survivors Suit Against Hungary; The justices unanimously ruled that the plaintiffs had not established a connection to the United States required by the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act”: Adam Liptak of The New York Times has this report. And Maureen Groppe of USA Today has an article headlined “ Unemployment benefits: Supreme Court says these workers can sue over delays; State labor departments are supposed to issue most of the of first payment

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Eviction of Ivory Coast farmers sparks international concerns over lack of compensation

JURIST

Amnesty International on Friday urged authorities in Cte d’Ivoire to compensate the 133 farmers who have lost their livelihoods after being forcefully evicted from the Gesco Rivire site in Abidjan last year, emphasizing that authorities must comply with human rights standards. The rights group stated that when a uthorities demolished multiple neighborhoods in Abidjan last year, including the Agro-Past Ebury association’s farms and fishponds, they did not provide the association with

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The “Damages Collector”: MSNBC Settles Defamation Lawsuit with Doctor Labeled as the “Uterus Collector”

JonathanTurley

We have previously discussed the defamation case involving Georgia gynecologist Dr. Mahendra Amin who was allegedly defamed by MSNBC, including by host Rachel Maddow, as the “uterus collector.” Now, not long after a settlement of CNN of another defamation case, MSNBC appears to have forked over damages to Dr. Amin to avoid a trial. The case was not going well for NBC before it threw in the towel to avoid the April trial.

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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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NY Judge Blocks Treasury Access For Elon Musk's DOGE

Law 360

A New York federal judge in a late Friday order barred Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency from accessing U.S. Treasury Department data, handing a win to 19 state attorneys general who sued claiming giving the new government entity access to citizens' personal information poses a massive cybersecurity risk.

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Pete Recommends – Weekly highlights on cyber security issues, February 22, 2025

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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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US Supreme Court rejects Holocaust survivors’ claim for compensation from Hungary

JURIST

The US Supreme Court on Friday unanimously rejected the legal theory of a group of Holocaust survivors demanding that Hungary pay reparations for confiscating their property during World War II. The court’s opinion in Republic of Hungary v. Simon was delivered by Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who stated that foreign states are granted “presumptive immunity from suit in the United States,” meaning that foreign governments cannot be sued in US courts unless certain exceptions are met.

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Democrats in Congress Reach Record Lows in Approval

JonathanTurley

In the first month of the Trump Administration, Democrats seem to be following the old adage of French Prime Minister Georges Clemenceau that “generals always fight the last war.” However, usually, the generals won the last war. In this case, Democrats lost both houses and the White House, but doubled down on hyperbolic rhetoric and false claims.

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Iran reaches highest execution rate in more than two decades: report

JURIST

Iran executed at least 975 people in 2024, marking a 17 percent increase from 2023, according to the seventeenth Annual Report on the Death Penalty in Iran released on Thursday. Jointly published by Iran Human Rights (IHRNGO) and Together Against the Death Penalty (ECPM), the report said the figure was the highest recorded rate in over two decades. The data identified a nexus between the duration of the executions conducted and geopolitical developments.

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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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Egypt criticized over treatment of Sudanese refugees

JURIST

Refugees International expressed concern Friday over the deteriorating conditions faced by Sudanese refugees in Egypt, urging immediate international intervention to safeguard their rights. The statement follows the publication of a report detailing the challenges Sudanese refugees face, particularly in light of Egypt’s new asylum law. Refugees International’s report, No Model of Refuge, highlights the increasing risk of deportations, restricted access to essential services, and lega

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US DOJ finds removal restrictions for administrative law judges unconstitutional

JURIST

Acting Solicitor General of the US Department of Justice (DOJ) Sarah Harris sent a letter to President Pro Tempore of the US Senate Charles Grassley on Thursday sharing the DOJ’s determination that removal restrictions for administrative law judges (ALJs) are unconstitutional and that the DOJ no longer intends to defend them in court. The DOJ justified its finding based on the US Supreme Court’s ruling in Free Enterprise Fund v.

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Ghana authorities urged to investigate attacks on journalists

JURIST

The Committee to Protect Journalists urged Ghanaian authorities Thursday to investigate the attack on five journalists who covered the elections in the southern Ashanti Region. The attack occurred at the Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council while the journalists were covering electoral officers counting votes. It was reportedly triggered by the defeat of National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate Yaw Owusu Obimpeh, forcing the electoral commission to suspend the process.

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Kyrgyzstan urged to ensure safety of imprisoned human rights defender 

JURIST

Eight human rights organizations called on Kyrgyzstan authorities on Friday to take necessary measures for the safety of Makhabat Tazhibek Kyzy, an imprisoned human rights defender who has received death threats from a fellow prisoner. Tazhibek Kyzy is the director of the YouTube-based media outlet Tazhibek Kyzy, founded by her husband in 2020. The media outlet investigates and reports on corruption by state and non-state actors in Kyrgyzstan.

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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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UN chief denounces parading of hostage bodies in Gaza

JURIST

A spokesperson for UN Secretary General Antnio Guterres on Thursday denounced the parading of hostage bodies in Gaza by Hamas as against international law. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), which facilitated the release, also urged dignity and privacy before the next release. UN Spokesperson Stphane Dujarric said that under international law, any handover of a dead person’s remains “must comply with the prohibition of cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment, ensuring

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Israel urged to stop ‘suffocating’ journalism in Gaza

JURIST

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) called on Israel Thursday to stop “suffocating the press in Gaza.” RSF detailed the numerous obstacles to free journalism that remain in Gaza one month after the ceasefire. Despite international support for the ceasefire, journalists in Gaza continue to die for their cause as they report on dire situations in Gaza.