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Indigenous Philippines communities endure human rights violations amid nickel mining expansion: Amnesty International

JURIST

Indigenous people and rural communities in the Philippines are facing human rights abuses amid nickel mining expansion, according to a report published by Amnesty International on Thursday. In 2024, the nation ranked as the second-largest producer of mined nickel, boasting 13.4 million metric tons in reserves and resources.

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Australia court convicts first man for transmitting extremist material online

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The conviction, following a 3-year imprisonment, marks the first since the enactment of the counterterrorism laws in 2024. Introduced on 8 January 2024, the amended offense intended to prevent the radicalization of young people, as extremist groups increasingly make use of the internet to recruit, spread propaganda and incite violence.

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Five Superstars Changing the Paralegal Field

The Estrin Report

Huascar brings over a decade of progressive experience across diverse legal functions and practice areas. With a solid foundation in legal operations and a profound comprehension of the intricacies of the industry. Tony’s dedication to mentoring and inspiring the next generation of legal professionals is genuinely admirable.

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The 2024 In-House Compensation Report Is Here!

Above The Law

We are pleased to share the results of our 2024 In-House Counsel Compensation Survey, presented in partnership with our friends at iManage. Compare pay by geographic region or industry, by practice area, or type of organization. For insights into these areas and more, fill out the form to access the free report!

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UN called to investigate possible affiliation of Special Envoy to Myanmar with China companies

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The Special Envoy, Julie Bishop, served as the Australian Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2013 – 2018 and was appointed to her position as UN Special Envoy in April of 2024. Bishop’s involvement with Energy Transition Minerals was first reported by The Saturday Paper, a local Australian newspaper service.

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Legal Tech Adoption: The Slow Burn Of Cloud, The Sudden Spark Of AI

Above The Law

The faster technology advances, the harder it becomes to track both incremental and significant changes in legal professionals adoption rates. The good news is that many options are available if youre seeking current statistics about legal technology. First, lets consider the smartphone data.

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6 Years Of Future Ready Lawyer Reports

Above The Law

Last fall, Wolters Kluwer released the sixth annual installment of the Future Ready Lawyer report. Time has flown and the legal profession has moved just as quickly, if not faster. Additionally, no consensus was reported on which technologies would have an impact. 2025 will be an exciting year for the legal profession.

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