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Hong Kong journalist group reveals systemic harassment targeting journalists

JURIST

Hong Kong Journalists Association (HKJA) reported on Friday that reporters from at least 13 media outlets in Hong Kong have been subjected to both online and offline harassment as part of a systematic and organized campaign. During a press conference, HKJA chairperson Selina Cheng stated that at least 15 journalists, along with their family members and acquaintances, have received defamatory emails and letters at their homes and workplaces.

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The Job Hopper Dilemma: Can You Bounce Around and Still Land the Perfect Position?

The Estrin Report

By Chere B. Estrin There’s nothing quite like the immediate deflation a hiring manager feels when they spot a resume littered with job hops. That knee-jerk reaction is often something like, “Wait, if you were only there for nine months, maybe you’ll only be here for nine months.” Cue the red flags. It’s true—changing jobs too frequently is right up there with skill mismatches for reasons hiring managers pass over candidates.

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Rights organizations create committee to advocate for freedoms in Tunisia

JURIST

Several human rights organizations announced on Friday the creation of an international support committee for freedoms in Tunisia in response to increasing authoritarianism under President Kais Saied. They are calling for free, transparent elections, the release of unjustly detained individuals, and an end to repressive measures against Tunisian society.

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“How Roberts Shaped Trump’s Supreme Court Winning Streak; Behind the scenes, the chief justice molded three momentous Jan. 6 and election cases that helped determine the former president’s fate”

HowAppealing

“How Roberts Shaped Trump’s Supreme Court Winning Streak; Behind the scenes, the chief justice molded three momentous Jan. 6 and election cases that helped determine the former president’s fate”: Jodi Kantor and Adam Liptak of The New York Times have this report.

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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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Bangladesh interim leader condemns attacks on Sufi shrines

JURIST

Bangladesh’s interim leader, Muhammad Yunus, issued a stern condemnation on Saturday of recent attacks on Sufi shrines across the country. Bangladesh has experienced a recent rise of extremist violence targeting religious and cultural sites, including both Sufi shrines and minority Hindu temples. Yunus assured the public that law enforcement agencies had been instructed to take immediate action to protect these religious and cultural landmarks, promising that those behind the attacks would

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UN reduces operations in Yemen amid Houthi crackdown

JURIST

The United Nations has curtailed its humanitarian activities in Yemen due to severe restrictions imposed by Houthi authorities. This adjustment follows a crackdown on aid workers and escalating security concerns in areas controlled by the Houthis. The UN has shifted its focus to essential life-saving operations, reducing its broader development initiatives in response to these challenges.

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The 2024 Regional Powerhouses

Law 360

The law firms on Law360's list of 2024 Regional Powerhouses reflected the local peculiarities of their states while often representing clients in deals and cases that captured national attention.

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Algeria constitutional court confirms President’s victory despite fraud claims

JURIST

Algeria’s top court confirmed the victory of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune on Saturday with state media reporting that the president received 84.3% of the vote, despite claims of fraud from the opposition. Opposition leader Abdelali Hassani Cherif, head of the moderate Islamist party Movement of Society for Peace, legally challenged the vote last week.

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The Greatest Trick the Devil Ever Pulled was Convincing the World He Didn’t Exist: Senate Judiciary Set to Mark-Up Patent Reform Bills that Could Significantly Affect Hatch-Waxman and the BPCIA

FDA Law Blog

By Kurt R. Karst — “Inter Partes Review” and “Section 101” are not terms you typically run into on this all-things-FDA blog, but we have talked about such patent-related issues before ( here and here ), and they are important legal (patent) principles, particularly in the context of drug and biological products (and the Hatch-Waxman Amendments and the Biologics Price Competition and Innovation Act (“BPCIA”)).

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

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

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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Hong Kong authorities condemn UK report criticizing national security legislation

JURIST

The UK’s latest report on Hong Kong, which said on Thursday that the city’s focus on national security was undermining its international reputation, sparked condemnation from Hong Kong over its “absurd and false contents” Amongst other things, the report specifically highlights the prosecution of British national and pro-democracy journalist Jimmy Lai , the enactment of the new national security law and the resignation of two retired UK judges from the Court of Final App

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Supreme Court’s Patent Docket: A Preview of the October 2024 Term

Patently O

by Dennis Crouch The Supreme Court’s October 2024 term begins a day early this year. On September 30, the Court will meet for what has become known as the “long conference” — passing judgment on dozens of petitions that have been briefed over the summer break. The long conference is primarily a time to deny a large swath of petitions with very few certiorari grants.

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Insights and Future Directions of PIL Based on the 2024 Online Summer Courses at The Hague Academy of International Law

Conflict of Laws

By Birgit van Houtert, Assistant Professor of Private International Law at Maastricht University From 29 July till 16 Augustus 2024, the Summer Courses on Private International Law (PIL) were held at the 93rd session of the summer courses of the Hague Academy of International Law. The PIL courses were followed by 250 onsite attendees and remotely 61 attendees from 74 different countries.

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Exploring Legal Innovation and AI: Risks and Opportunities

Rocket Matter

Learn how big tech has changed the legal industry Free Guide The Small Firm’s Guide to Big Tech While any change in how you operate your law office can feel overwhelming, there’s never been a better time to start migrating your office structures online. Big tech changed the game in how we run our everyday lives, so stay up to date with the latest available software solutions to keep clients happy.

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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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4-3 split on death penalty rehearing petition about how to deal with “profoundly troubling” allegations of prosecutorial racial bias

At the Lectern

The Supreme Court almost granted rehearing in a death penalty case on Friday. The rehearing would have been a conditional one, to allow for consideration, on appeal instead of in a habeas corpus proceeding, of evidence of racist conduct by the deputy district attorney who prosecuted the defendant. After a 5-2 court affirmed the death sentence in People v.

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Nebraska Supreme Court approves competing abortion ballots

JURIST

Nebraska’s State Supreme Court unanimously ruled on Friday that competing constitutional initiatives on abortion can remain on the ballot for the election in November. The court held that the proposed amendment does not violate Nebraska’s single-subject rule , which ensures ballot measures focus on just one issue at a time. One initiative looks to secure the right to abortion in the Nebraska Constitution up to the point of viability or even later if the woman’s health is at risk.

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IRS Whistleblowers Sue Hunter Biden’s Lawyer Abbe Lowell for Defamation

JonathanTurley

Last January, I received a letter threatening me with a defamation lawsuit if I continued my criticism of Hunter Biden, including allegations of criminal conduct. It all seemed part of a “Legion of Doom” defense hatched by Biden supporters reportedly to target critics and even potential witnesses. I proceeded to write three more columns repeating the claims, but did not hear again from the Biden team.

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Italy prosecutor requests six-year prison sentence for Deputy PM Salvini

JURIST

Italian prosecutors in the city of Palermo requested a six-year prison sentence on Saturday for Matteo Salvini, the country’s Deputy Prime Minister and leader of the League party, who is accused of kidnapping migrants and abuse of office. In 2019, then-Minister of the Interior Salvini prevented a vessel of the Spanish NGO Open Arms carrying 147 migrants from docking in Lampedusa, Italy.

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Case Study: Maximize Client Compensation by Unlocking the Power of Diminished Value

Your auto accident clients don’t realize that they have lost value in their vehicle because the insurance company covered their repairs and gave them a rental to drive until their vehicle was “brand new.” When they realize that loss in value is when they go to trade or sell their car.

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Botswana ex-president Khama on trial after returning from 3-year exile

JURIST

Botswana’s former president Ian Khama appeared in a magistrate court in Gaborone on Friday and faced charges of unlawful possession of a firearm and receiving stolen property after returning from three years in exile. This comes only one month before the general election in which his rival and former deputy President Mokgweetsi Masisi is seeking a final term.

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US ex-president Trump unharmed following probable assassination attempt—developing story

JURIST

Former US President Donald Trump is safe after US Secret Service Agents shot at a man wielding an AK-47-style rifle aimed through a fence while the ex-President was golfing at his West Palm Beach, Florida course, authorities confirmed during a press conference Sunday. Palm Beach County Sherriff Ric Bradshaw said that his office received a shots fired call from the Secret Service at 1:30 PM local time.

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