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UN raises concerns over mine contamination in Afghanistan

JURIST

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) stated on Sunday that Afghanistan has become one of the most heavily mine-affected countries globally, posing a significant threat to the lives of its citizens. According to recent reports, the country is struggling to address the issue, with explosive remnants of war and landmines claiming thousands of victims. “Every day, innocent lives are threatened by the remnants of war,” UNAMA warned.

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“David Boris Rivkin Jr., 1956-2024; The immigrant from Soviet Russia became a leading champion of the U.S. Constitution”

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“David Boris Rivkin Jr., 1956-2024; The immigrant from Soviet Russia became a leading champion of the U.S. Constitution”: This editorial appeared in yesterday’s edition of The Wall Street Journal.

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Venezuela opposition members seeking refuge in Argentina embassy accuse government of siege

JURIST

Magalli Meda, a Venezuelan activist, stated on Saturday that the Argentine Embassy in Caracas, where six opposition members had sought refuge under Brazil’s protection since March, had been without electricity for 35 days. She described the situation as a violation of human rights, referring to the embassy as a “prison embassy.” In July, both Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro and opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzlez claimed victory in the Venezuelan presidential elections.

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Historical Society program next week about Native American activist’s extradition fight

At the Lectern

Next Tuesday, January 7, the California Supreme Court Historical Society will present a webinar, “State of South Dakota v. Brown.” The noon program “focuses on the executive and judicial decisions surrounding Governor Jerry Browns 1978 decision to refuse to extradite [American Indian Movement activist] Dennis Banks to South Dakota.” Society board member John Wierzbicki will present and former Court of Appeal Justice Anthony Kline will introduce the program.

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Buyer’s Guide for Contract Lifecycle Management Software

With advancements in automation tools and digitization, the overall modern business environment is fast, to say the least. Legal operations are no exception to this need for expediency. Managing contracts efficiently is critical for organizations to maintain compliance, minimize risk, and optimize their contract lifecycle operations. As such, organizations considering CLM software need to diligently review CLM software offerings to find the solution that best fits their specific needs.

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US Circuit court temporarily halts enforcement of anti-money laundering law

JURIST

The 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday temporarily blocked the enforcement of an anti-money laundering law that mandates corporate entities to disclose to the US Treasury Department the identities of their true beneficial owners. The court, which is based in New Orleans, made the decision just before the deadline for most corporations to comply with the law.

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UK to increase funding for war crimes prosecution amid Russian invasion of Ukraine

JURIST

The UK Government announced on Sunday a pledge of 4.5 million to support the prosecution of war crimes perpetrated in Ukraine following Russia’s 2022 invasion. The announcement follows shortly after a legislative push, marked by the UK’s Financial Assistance to Ukraine Bill , which mobilizes 2.26 billion by leveraging Russian sovereign assets as well as reinforcing military upgrades and critical equipment procurement.

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Conference on Tuesday because the Supreme Court is closed on Wednesday

At the Lectern

New Year’s Day is a state and judicial holiday, so the Supreme Court will be closed Wednesday, the day on which it usually conferences. The court will hold its conference this week on Tuesday instead. It will be a double one, because there was no conference last week.

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US State Department designates American teacher arrested in Russia as “wrongfully detained”

JURIST

Attorneys representing the family of Marc Fogel, a teacher currently detained in Russia for drug charges, stated on Friday that the US Department of State has designated Fogel as wrongfully detained. Fogel’s attorney revealed that the Department of State made the designation in October. Russian authorities arrested Marc Fogel in August 2021 for drug trafficking.

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“Some Justice Department Lawyers Look for Protection — and the Exits; Officials who worked on politically sensitive cases weigh moves ahead of Donald Trump’s second term”

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“Some Justice Department Lawyers Look for Protection — and the Exits; Officials who worked on politically sensitive cases weigh moves ahead of Donald Trumps second term”: Sadie Gurman and C. Ryan Barber of The Wall Street Journal have this report.

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Case Closed: How to Optimize Your Legal Intake Process for Efficiency

Speaker: Anne Post, CEO North America, Xakia Technologies

Do you know that 40% of U.S. Legal Departments now have a formal legal intake process? With that in mind, where does your legal department stand today? Many legal teams still struggle with a flood of incoming requests, leaving everyone overwhelmed and frustrated. Implementing a formal legal intake process can seem like an obstacle between the business and the legal department, but it doesn’t have to be!

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Azerbaijan president holds Russia responsible for plane crash

JURIST

Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev asserted on Sunday that the recent crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines aircraft was the result of an unintentional missile strike by Russian forces. Aliyev criticized Russia for its alleged desire to cover up the incident, claiming that Moscow delayed acknowledgement of its involvement for several days, further expressing shock at the fact that the plane was shot down by a country that is friendly to Azerbaijan.

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“How an S.F. man’s 1898 Supreme Court victory established birthright citizenship; As President-elect Donald Trump vows to repeal birthright citizenship, a descendant of Wong Kim Ark reflects on his family’s role in its history”

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“How an S.F. mans 1898 Supreme Court victory established birthright citizenship; As President-elect Donald Trump vows to repeal birthright citizenship, a descendant of Wong Kim Ark reflects on his familys role in its history”: Ko Lyn Cheang of The San Francisco Chronicle has this report.

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Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister announces plans to revive and implement dormant Freedom of Religion Act

JURIST

Arunachal Pradesh’s Chief Minister Pema Khandu announced on Friday that the state will soon implement the Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act, 1978 , which has remained dormant for decades. The Chief Minister’s commitment to reviving the Act marks a significant shift in policy and governance in Arunachal Pradesh, where religious conversions have been a contentious issue.

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“Dead Amendment Walking: We answer your smart, incisive, sometimes panicked, questions about the courts, the law, and the constitution, as we slide into Trump 2.0.”

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“Dead Amendment Walking: We answer your smart, incisive, sometimes panicked, questions about the courts, the law, and the constitution, as we slide into Trump 2.0.” You can access the new episode of Slate’s “Amicus” podcast via this link.

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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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Voluntary Dismissals and Attorney Fees

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by Dennis Crouch The Copyright Act and the Patent Act each include an attorney fee provision — permitting the district court to award “a reasonable attorneys fee to the prevailing party.” Because of similarities in the provisions, they tend to be interpreted together — at least with regard to what qualifies as a “prevailing party” under the statute.

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“The Unprecedented Dynamics of Trump’s TikTok Brief; Trump wants to make a deal so SCOTUS doesn’t have to”

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“The Unprecedented Dynamics of Trump’s TikTok Brief; Trump wants to make a deal so SCOTUS doesn’t have to”: Josh Blackman has this post at “The Volokh Conspiracy.

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Trump asks Supreme Court to delay TikTok ban, will seek “political resolution” upon taking office

JURIST

President-elect Donald Trump urged the Supreme Court on Friday to halt a potential TikTok ban, aiming to delay its enforcement while his administration works toward finding a “political resolution” to the controversy. The amicus brief penned by D. John Sauer, Trumps pick for solicitor general, says President Trump takes no position on the underlying merits of this dispute.

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“An End — And a Beginning”

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“An End — And a Beginning”: At his “The Vetting Room” blog, Harsh Voruganti has a post that begins, “So its finally here. After nearly eight years, and more than four hundred nominee profiles, its time to close the final chapter on the Vetting Room.” Those of us who follow federal judicial nominations closely owe Harsh a huge debt of gratitude for the amazing work he has performed at his site over such a long amount of time!

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

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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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Israel warplanes kill five Palestine journalists in front of Gaza hospital

JURIST

The Palestinian Ministry of Health stated on Thursday that Israeli warplanes bombed a van belonging to journalists who worked for the Al-Quds Al-Youm television channel in front of Al-Awda Hospital in Nuseirat of central Gaza Strip overnight, resulting in the death of five journalists. Although the vehicle was visibly marked with the press motif on the back door, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) asserted that the victims were Islamic Jihad terrorists, and the air strike was conducted with precisi

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Pandemic Hawks Circle Dr. Jay: Pundits Launch Attacks on Bhattacharya Ahead of his Confirmation Hearings

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For those who opposed the censorship and cancel campaigns during the pandemic, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya became an iconic figure of resistance. Unfortunately, the same can be said of the anti-free speech movement and pandemic hawks. Bhattacharya, who co-authored the Great Barrington Declaration and was a vocal critic of COVID-19 policies, has been nominated as the next head of the National Institutes of Health.