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Leading Climate Attorney Joins Harvard Board, Paving the Way for Sustainable Innovation

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BOSTON — A leading attorney specializing in climate change litigation has been elected to the board of Harvard University, enhancing the institution’s commitment to addressing environmental challenges. The election of this prominent figure is expected to bolster discussions surrounding climate policy and sustainability at one of the world’s most prestigious universities. The selected lawyer has extensive experience representing states, cities, and non-governmental organizations in complex legal matters related to climate change. This appointment reflects a growing recognition among educational institutions of the critical role they play in combating environmental issues. Harvard’s board consists of influential … Read more

Texas Appellate Court Orders New Trial for Judge Hensley, Challenging Reprimand Over Same-Sex Wedding Refusal

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AUSTIN, Texas — A Texas appellate court has granted a new trial to Judge Dianne Hensley, who faced scrutiny for her refusal to officiate same-sex weddings. The Third Court of Appeals has ruled that Hensley can advance her legal challenge against the State Commission on Judicial Conduct (SCJC). This ruling follows a prior decision by the Texas Supreme Court, which sent the case back to a lower court in June 2024. The Supreme Court directed the lower court to examine Hensley’s argument that the SCJC’s public reprimand infringed upon her deeply held religious convictions. Hensley’s … Read more

Court Tosses Ex-Janitor’s Claim to Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Fame in Legal Showdown

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LOS ANGELES — A lawsuit filed by a former janitor who claimed to have invented Flamin’ Hot Cheetos was dismissed by a judge, bringing to a close a high-profile legal battle that captured the attention of snack enthusiasts and the business community alike. Richard Montañez, who previously served as an executive at Frito-Lay, asserted in his 2021 autobiography that he developed the popular spicy snack while working at a California plant in the late 1970s. Montañez’s claim posited that he created the seasoned snack as a way to cater to the tastes of Hispanic consumers. … Read more

"Arrest in Disturbing Glasgow Incident: Man Charged with Attempted Murder and Arson After Domestic Violence Case"

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Glasgow, Ky. — A Barren County grand jury will consider charges against a man accused of shooting a woman and igniting a fire in their residence. Shane Reece, 58, is facing multiple charges following his district court appearance on May 29, including attempted murder with domestic violence circumstances, first-degree arson, first-degree wanton endangerment, and animal torture. Reece was taken into custody by Glasgow police on May 20 after the alleged incident at a duplex on McGrah Avenue. During the court proceedings, Reece attended via Zoom while his arresting officer, Jarrett Graber, testified before District Judge … Read more