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New Zealand’s Top Strategists Join Global Elite for 2025 New York Festivals AME Awards Jury

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New York, USA — The New York Festivals AME Awards, now in its 31st year, has announced its Grand Jury for the 2025 competition, celebrating advertising and marketing that has proven effective. The selection includes top strategic leaders from around the globe, evidencing the award’s international prestige and commitment to diversity in the judging process. Among the jurors are four distinguished professionals from New Zealand. They are Sue Kipling, Executive Strategy Director at YoungShand; Bethany Omeri, Head of Strategy at Special; Amy Pollok, Group Strategy Director at FCB Aotearoa; and Martin Bassot, Group Planning Director … Read more

Lawyer Sparks Online Debate After Refusing to Assign Tasks to Eager Intern

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On the social media platform X, a lawyer, known by the handle @BarkusMaximus, recently ignited an online debate with a post stating he purposefully withholds work from his intern, who inquires daily about potential tasks. The lawyer’s lighthearted comment suggested he might assign work on a late Friday, testing the intern’s persistence and patience. The statement quickly captured the attention of other users and sparked widespread discussion about the treatment of interns in the workplace. The controversy escalated when @BarkusMaximus elaborated on his rationale in a subsequent post. He outlined several reasons for his decision: … Read more

Trailblazing Appointment: Governor Hobbs Names First Latina and Black Justice to Arizona Supreme Court

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Phoenix, AZ — In a historic appointment, Governor Katie Hobbs has selected Yuma County Judge Maria Lopez to serve on the Arizona Supreme Court, marking her as the first Latina and first Black justice in the state’s history. Lopez, who has served with distinction on the Yuma County Superior Court, brings a wealth of experience and a diverse perspective to Arizona’s highest court. Her appointment by Gov. Hobbs has been praised for breaking barriers and promoting diversity within the state judiciary, which has been long overdue according to advocates for judicial diversity. “This appointment is … Read more

Family to Sue Arizona Birthing Center After Tragic Loss of Newborn, Claims Delayed Hospital Transfer

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MESA, Ariz. — A Mesa family is grappling with the tragic loss of their newborn after a prolonged and complex labor at the Willow Birthing Center. The couple, Noelle and Dylan Zmrel, had anticipated the arrival of their son, James, in November 2023 but faced unforeseen complications that led to their baby’s death. The family now plans to pursue legal action against the facility, citing a delayed hospital transfer as a critical lapse in care. The Zmrels had chosen Willow Birthing Center for what they believed would be a supportive and woman-centric birthing experience. However, … Read more