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Deadline Approaches: File Your Claims in the Everus Construction Group Securities Lawsuit Before June 3, 2025!

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Sarasota, Florida – A legal alert has been issued concerning Everus Construction Group, Inc. (ECG), as investors are being urged to take action regarding potential violations of securities laws. Eligible shareholders have until June 3, 2025, to reach out to legal representatives to discuss their options. The alleged infractions have raised significant concerns among stakeholders, prompting inquiries into the company’s compliance with regulatory standards. This scrutiny is particularly focused on the nature of the company’s disclosures and their potential impact on investor relations. Levi & Korsinsky, a law firm specializing in securities litigation, has announced … Read more

Justice Served: Franklinton Man Found Guilty of Multiple Child Sex Crimes, Faces Life Sentence

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Franklinton, La. — A Washington Parish jury found 56-year-old Shannon Polkey guilty on May 22, 2025, after deliberations lasting just over an hour. Polkey was convicted on multiple counts, including two instances of first-degree rape involving children under 13, one count of sexual battery against a child under 13, and failing to register as a sex offender. The trial unfolded over four days, with Judge William H. Burris presiding. Assistant District Attorneys Zachary Popovich and Casey Allen, representing the Special Victims Unit, led the prosecution. Capt. Corbet Hunt of the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office served … Read more

Russia Hits Apple with Fines Over Alleged Breach of Anti-LGBTQ+ Propaganda Regulations

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MOSCOW, Russia — A Moscow court has imposed a substantial fine on tech giant Apple for failing to comply with a controversial law aimed at restricting LGBTQ+ propaganda in the country. This ruling is part of Russia’s broader crackdown on what officials describe as “non-traditional” values, reflecting the government’s increasing efforts to regulate online content. The court ordered Apple to pay 1 million rubles, equivalent to approximately $13,000, as a penalty for breaching these laws. Russian authorities have intensified scrutiny over foreign companies, particularly those in the digital space, which they view as potential conduits … Read more

Jafar Panahi’s Powerful Return: Iranian Filmmaker Wins Cannes Palme d’Or After Years of Oppression

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CANNES, France — Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi captured the prestigious Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday for his gripping revenge thriller, “It Was Just an Accident.” This recognition comes after Panahi faced a travel ban in Iran for over 15 years, underscoring both his talent and the struggles he has endured as a dissident artist. The award was presented by actress Cate Blanchett, who lauded Panahi during a ceremony that captivated the audience. The filmmaker’s journey has been fraught with challenges, including a recent imprisonment in Iran that sparked a hunger strike … Read more