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Bexley Council says over 100 FOI requests from one resident was 'vexatious'

Bexley Council deemed multiple FOI requests from Mr. Shvorob as vexatious, but the tribunal acknowledged his public interest motives.
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DA recommends resentencing of Menendez brothers for 1989 slaying of their parents

Erik and Lyle Menendez may be resentenced and become eligible for parole after 30 years.

Want to see the Menendez brothers' hearing? You'll have to enter the lottery

The Menendez brothers are seeking a charge downgrade in a highly publicized hearing, prompting a lottery for public attendance due to high interest.

'Monsters' actor Leslie Grossman says she agrees with Ryan Murphy that 'the show will only benefit' the Menendez brothers

The true crime drama "Monsters" could ultimately support the Menendez brothers by renewing public interest in their case.

DA recommends resentencing of Menendez brothers for 1989 slaying of their parents

Erik and Lyle Menendez may be resentenced and become eligible for parole after 30 years.

Want to see the Menendez brothers' hearing? You'll have to enter the lottery

The Menendez brothers are seeking a charge downgrade in a highly publicized hearing, prompting a lottery for public attendance due to high interest.

'Monsters' actor Leslie Grossman says she agrees with Ryan Murphy that 'the show will only benefit' the Menendez brothers

The true crime drama "Monsters" could ultimately support the Menendez brothers by renewing public interest in their case.
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Menendez brothers to return to court Dec. 11 after nearly 35 years behind bars

Possibility of the Menendez brothers being resentenced opens the door for potential release after decades of imprisonment.

BREAKING: Jussie Smollett Conviction Overturned by Illinois Supreme Court

The Illinois Supreme Court has overturned Jussie Smollett's conviction, citing significant legal concerns regarding the involvement of a special prosecutor after initial charges were dropped.

Brothel ring case: Alleged clients ask SJC to keep hearings private

The Supreme Judicial Court is reviewing whether to disclose the identities of 28 men accused of buying sex from a brothel ring in Boston.

Hearings for alleged clients of Boston-area brothel ring will be public, SJC rules

The Supreme Judicial Court ruled to make court hearings open to the public in a high-profile brothel case due to concerns about favoritism.

A judge delays the wrongful death lawsuit against Karen Read until after her criminal trial

Karen Read's wrongful death lawsuit deposition is postponed until after her criminal trial begins in January.

Menendez brothers to return to court Dec. 11 after nearly 35 years behind bars

Possibility of the Menendez brothers being resentenced opens the door for potential release after decades of imprisonment.

BREAKING: Jussie Smollett Conviction Overturned by Illinois Supreme Court

The Illinois Supreme Court has overturned Jussie Smollett's conviction, citing significant legal concerns regarding the involvement of a special prosecutor after initial charges were dropped.

Brothel ring case: Alleged clients ask SJC to keep hearings private

The Supreme Judicial Court is reviewing whether to disclose the identities of 28 men accused of buying sex from a brothel ring in Boston.

Hearings for alleged clients of Boston-area brothel ring will be public, SJC rules

The Supreme Judicial Court ruled to make court hearings open to the public in a high-profile brothel case due to concerns about favoritism.

A judge delays the wrongful death lawsuit against Karen Read until after her criminal trial

Karen Read's wrongful death lawsuit deposition is postponed until after her criminal trial begins in January.
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'Outsourcing of police work' - civil rights watchdog raises concerns over Garda release of Dublin riots 'persons of interest' images

The publication of numerous images by gardaí raises significant concerns about the presumption of innocence and the potential risks involved.

Group Sues Justice Department for Gaetz Investigation Documents

American Oversight seeks to release records of the closed Matt Gaetz sex trafficking investigation, arguing for public interest amidst his nomination as attorney general.
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Husband Is Indicted in Double-Murder Case Involving an Au Pair

A federal officer is charged with the murders of his wife and another man amid an affair with their au pair, drawing widespread media attention.

Zara Aleena's murderer won't be punished for having relationship with prison teacher

The case against Jordan McSweeney for aiding in misconduct was dropped following Hayley Jones' guilty plea for her inappropriate relationship with him.

Husband Is Indicted in Double-Murder Case Involving an Au Pair

A federal officer is charged with the murders of his wife and another man amid an affair with their au pair, drawing widespread media attention.

Zara Aleena's murderer won't be punished for having relationship with prison teacher

The case against Jordan McSweeney for aiding in misconduct was dropped following Hayley Jones' guilty plea for her inappropriate relationship with him.
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Tell Congress To Stop These Last-Minute Bills That Help Patent Trolls

The Senate Judiciary's upcoming votes on PERA and PREVAIL threaten to worsen the patent system and harm innovation.

The Case For Turning Google's Network Biz Into A Nonprofit | AdExchanger

Ad tech can transform from a profit-driven model to a nonprofit system that emphasizes transparency and benefits the market.
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Court of appeal rejects Jacob Hoggard's bail request | CBC News

The Ontario Court of Appeal denied Jacob Hoggard's bail request while he appeals his sexual assault conviction.
Justice Copeland noted the strong public interest in upholding Hoggard's sentence.

Toronto lawyer representing soldier in sex assault trial is facing his own sex crime charges | CBC News

A lawyer facing sex crime charges is representing a client accused of similar crimes, raising ethical concerns but posing no legal restrictions on his practice.

Regulator refused to investigate doctors at Harrods

The GMC refused to investigate historical allegations of malpractice at Harrods, citing time constraints and lack of public interest.

Court of appeal rejects Jacob Hoggard's bail request | CBC News

The Ontario Court of Appeal denied Jacob Hoggard's bail request while he appeals his sexual assault conviction.
Justice Copeland noted the strong public interest in upholding Hoggard's sentence.

Toronto lawyer representing soldier in sex assault trial is facing his own sex crime charges | CBC News

A lawyer facing sex crime charges is representing a client accused of similar crimes, raising ethical concerns but posing no legal restrictions on his practice.

Regulator refused to investigate doctors at Harrods

The GMC refused to investigate historical allegations of malpractice at Harrods, citing time constraints and lack of public interest.
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Giant moon replica installed at Bridgwater deflates in extreme weather'

Extreme winds caused a giant moon installation to deflate shortly after drawing thousands of visitors to Bridgwater Docks.
The Fallen Moon installation faced technical malfunctions because of severe weather conditions.

Refortified Vessel reopens after suicide leaps shut NYC landmark for 3 years

The Vessel at Hudson Yards reopens after three years, enhanced with new safety measures to prevent past tragedies.

Courts Agree That No One Should Have a Monopoly Over the Law. Congress Shouldn't Change That

Judges generally view copyright claims on laws as undemocratic and have consistently ruled against SDOs claiming ownership of legally adopted codes.
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New UFO hearings to take place in Senate this month after new sighting

Congress is set to hold new UFO hearings, emphasizing transparency and public access to information on unidentified aerial phenomena.

King Charles and royals fail to reveal official gifts for past four years despite promise to do so

King Charles' family has not disclosed official gifts in four years, despite past promises.

New UFO hearings to take place in Senate this month after new sighting

Congress is set to hold new UFO hearings, emphasizing transparency and public access to information on unidentified aerial phenomena.

King Charles and royals fail to reveal official gifts for past four years despite promise to do so

King Charles' family has not disclosed official gifts in four years, despite past promises.
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#journalism

X suspends journalist Ken Klippenstein after he published J.D. Vance dossier

X suspended journalist Ken Klippenstein for publishing unredacted personal information of Sen. J.D. Vance, citing policy violation.
Klippenstein contends the dossier is crucial for public interest, especially during election season.

Newsquest London's knife crime campaign shortlisted for Media Freedom Awards 2024

The awards highlight the importance of public interest journalism and combating desensitization to violent crime through humanizing victims' stories.

X suspends journalist Ken Klippenstein after he published J.D. Vance dossier

X suspended journalist Ken Klippenstein for publishing unredacted personal information of Sen. J.D. Vance, citing policy violation.
Klippenstein contends the dossier is crucial for public interest, especially during election season.

Newsquest London's knife crime campaign shortlisted for Media Freedom Awards 2024

The awards highlight the importance of public interest journalism and combating desensitization to violent crime through humanizing victims' stories.
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19 Non-Americans Discuss Why We're All Obsessed With US Politics

Canadians are significantly engaged with U.S. politics, often knowing more about it than their own government frameworks.
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Special Counsel Proposes Making Public More Evidence From Trump Election Case

Jack Smith seeks to publicly disclose evidence from the Trump election interference investigation for transparency while protecting lesser-known witnesses.

Twitter Suspends Journalist for Publishing Trump's Hacked Dossier About JD Vance's Weaknesses

Klippenstein prioritizes public interest by publishing Trump's campaign opposition research despite media abstention.

Special Counsel Proposes Making Public More Evidence From Trump Election Case

Jack Smith seeks to publicly disclose evidence from the Trump election interference investigation for transparency while protecting lesser-known witnesses.

Twitter Suspends Journalist for Publishing Trump's Hacked Dossier About JD Vance's Weaknesses

Klippenstein prioritizes public interest by publishing Trump's campaign opposition research despite media abstention.
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Neon green fireball streaks across night sky in five western states. See it zoom past

A bright green fireball illuminated the sky, leading to hundreds of reports across five states and showcasing public intrigue in celestial events.

Judge rejects Heritage Foundation bid to release Prince Harry visa records

Prince Harry's right to privacy in immigration matters supersedes public interest claims, as ruled by a U.S. judge.

Processing of Personal Data That May Indirectly Reveal Sensitive Information on the Basis of a Legal Obligation: The CJEU Draws the Contours | Data Law Insights

CJEU ruling emphasizes that legal obligations for data processing must be lawful, serving public interest and proportionality under GDPR.

The murder trial that captivated New Zealand

Public interest in the high-profile trial of Philip Polkinghorne highlights media's role in shaping narratives around sensational cases.

Report into death of Aoife Johnston at UL to be published 'no later than Monday', says HSE chief Bernard Gloster

The report on emergency department wait-times will be published by Monday, addressing public interest and accountability issues.

Mapped: Where is Cinnamon the capybara? The possible locations of escaped rodent

The escape of Cinnamon, a capybara from Hoo Zoo, has led to a mass search effort and significant public interest on social media.

Goodbye to the O'Byrne ... why fans have no January fix with GAA's pre-season tournaments put to death in effect

The GAA has suspended its provincial pre-season tournaments, indicating a significant shift in the sport's management and public engagement.

Succession battle for Murdoch empire to play out in secret in Nevada court

The Murdoch family is embroiled in a battle over media empire control, influencing the future of their vast holdings.

Nevada's top court ends casino mogul Steve Wynn's defamation suit over story about 2 women who alleged he'd committed sexual misconduct

The Nevada Supreme Court dismissed Steve Wynn's defamation lawsuit against the AP, citing anti-SLAPP laws supporting free speech in public interest cases.
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Council grills Adams lawyer nominee at nine hour hearing

Randy Mastro's nomination as city corporation counsel is highly contested due to a lack of support and concerns over his past legal work.

Op-Ed | As NYC's top lawyer, Randy Mastro would serve the powerful, not the public | amNewYork

Randy Mastro's qualifications are questioned due to his history of prioritizing powerful clients over public interest.

Council grills Adams lawyer nominee at nine hour hearing

Randy Mastro's nomination as city corporation counsel is highly contested due to a lack of support and concerns over his past legal work.

Op-Ed | As NYC's top lawyer, Randy Mastro would serve the powerful, not the public | amNewYork

Randy Mastro's qualifications are questioned due to his history of prioritizing powerful clients over public interest.
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Paris Paralympics: 500,000 tickets still unsold-but organizers are confident that seats will be filled

Over two million tickets sold for the Paris Paralympics, indicating a strong interest and anticipated full stadiums.

Amber Alert cancelled after 5-year-old Quebec boy found safe in Ontario | CBC News

The missing five-year-old boy has been found safe, leading to the end of the Amber Alert issued by Quebec provincial police.

Unlikely US state ranked best for UFO-spotters in new study

Montana tops UFO sightings with 50% resident encounters.
Delaware has high belief but no reported sightings.
Massachusetts leads in UFO-related online searches.
South Dakota, Arkansas, and Louisiana show low interest in UFOs.

A court filing unmasked the 100 investors in Elon Musk's X: a Saudi prince, major VCs, Diddy, and Jack Dorsey

X Holdings was ordered to unseal its shareholder list revealing notable investors, emphasizing public interest in transparency.
Key investors include Andreessen Horowitz, Fidelity, Sequoia Capital, and prominent individuals like Diddy and Saudi Prince Alwaleed.

Court orders Havering Council to publish 'damning' racism and sexism dossier

The Havering Council report reveals a deeply embedded culture of normalised prejudice, prompting legal action for transparency under public interest.

Most People Couldn't Give a Crap About Using AI, Survey Finds

Companies are overestimating public interest in AI, with many unaware or uninterested in popular AI tools.
#court-proceedings

Opinion | There's a Reason Most People Aren't Following the Trump Trial

People find it challenging to engage with dense, complex legal cases like the Trump trial due to their impenetrability and lack of immediate relevance or understanding.

The Guy on Trial for the Same Thing as Trump

Public interest in falsifying business records cases has surged recently, with people lining up at courthouses to witness the proceedings.

Opinion | There's a Reason Most People Aren't Following the Trump Trial

People find it challenging to engage with dense, complex legal cases like the Trump trial due to their impenetrability and lack of immediate relevance or understanding.

The Guy on Trial for the Same Thing as Trump

Public interest in falsifying business records cases has surged recently, with people lining up at courthouses to witness the proceedings.
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A Calculating Killer or a Damsel in Distress?': The Trial Transfixing Boston

The trial of Karen Read, accused of killing a Boston police officer, captivates the public due to a mix of unusual circumstances and conspiracy theories.

Inside the Manhattan Courtroom at the Center of American Politics

Intense public interest in former President Trump's trial impacts jury selection process.

A Calculating Killer or a Damsel in Distress?': The Trial Transfixing Boston

The trial of Karen Read, accused of killing a Boston police officer, captivates the public due to a mix of unusual circumstances and conspiracy theories.

Inside the Manhattan Courtroom at the Center of American Politics

Intense public interest in former President Trump's trial impacts jury selection process.
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Enoch Burke rejects claim he was 'engineer and architect' of any damage to his reputation

Mr. Burke refutes responsibility for reputation damage amid legal battle over defamation from publishers.

The real reason J. Lo's new album flopped: 'No one cares about Bennifer anymore'

Jennifer Lopez's album 'This Is Me...Now' has been deemed a flop due to assumptions about public interest in her love life.
Lopez's touring setbacks and public mockery in her hometown are indicative of declining interest and a PR misstep.

The Baltimore Sun explores the question of whether there can be a worse newspaper owner than Alden Global Capital

The Baltimore Sun, previously owned by Alden Global Capital, has been acquired by David D. Smith, executive chairman of Sinclair Inc.
Smith purchased the newspaper because of its focus on local news and believes in the responsibility of serving the public interest.

A 'State-Of-The Art' AI Computing Center Will Be Created In Upstate New York

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the creation of Empire AI, a state-of-the-art computing center to support AI research and development.
The consortium aims to bridge the gap between large tech companies and individual researchers, public interest organizations, and small companies in accessing expensive computing resources for AI systems.

The Briefing: IP Rights and the "Public Good" Exemption to California's Anti-SLAPP Law: An Update

The Ninth Circuit addressed the "Public Interest" exemption to California's anti-SLAPP law in the case of Martinez v. Zoom Info Technologies.
Scott Hervey and James Kachmar discuss this case on The Briefing podcast and the Weintraub YouTube channel.

AI's Biggest Challenges Are Still Unsolved

2023 was a pivotal year for AI, with the emergence of generative AI and increased public interest.
AI regulation was a major theme in 2023, with executive orders and laws aimed at governing AI technology.

How OpenAI's ChatGPT has changed the world in just a year

ChatGPT has experienced rapid growth, going from niche to 100 million monthly active users in just two months.
ChatGPT has been widely adopted across various industries, including academia, arts, marketing, medicine, gaming, and government.
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