Highlights from the 15th Bindabasini Music Awards: Top Honors and Electrifying Performances Unveiled

Kathmandu, Nepal – The vibrancy of Nepali music was celebrated in grand style during the 15th installment of the Bindabasini Music Awards, held at the prestigious Rastriya Nach Ghar. With the ceremony including 17 competitive categories, five special recognitions, and ten show-stopping musical performances, the evening was a testament to the rich tapestry of Nepal’s musical talent. Among the evening’s top honorees was folk sensation Arjun Sapkota, who clinched the Best Folk Singer (Male) award with his popular track ‘Basyau Alakkai’. The songwriting prowess of Santosh Sapkota was acknowledged with the Jury Award for Best … Read more

Tiffany B. McCord Takes Oath as Newest Judge in Montgomery’s 15th Judicial Circuit

Montgomery, AL – Tiffany B. McCord, a seasoned legal professional formerly serving as a Montgomery County District Court Judge, was recently sworn in as a Circuit Court Judge for the 15th Judicial Circuit, Place-Nine. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey appointed McCord on April 3, a direct replacement for Judge Johnny Hardwick who resigned on March 31 after more than twenty years of judicial service. The formal oath-taking ceremony took place on April 3 at 4 p.m. in the Montgomery County Courthouse, courtroom 4-A. Notably, this was the same courtroom where Judge Hardwick began his judicial career … Read more

Trump Denied Presidential Immunity in Hush Money Trial: Case to Proceed on April 15th

New York: Former President Donald Trump’s claim of presidential immunity has been denied by Justice Juan Merchan in his criminal hush-money trial. The judge ruled that Trump had multiple opportunities to raise the claim of presidential immunity before he did, effectively shutting down his argument. The judge stated that since he was denying the motion on this basis, he did not need to address whether presidential immunity would prevent the introduction of evidence of official presidential acts in a criminal proceeding. Trump’s trial is still scheduled to begin on April 15th. Meanwhile, Special counsel Jack … Read more

New Hampshire Passes Comprehensive Privacy Law, Becoming 15th State to Protect Consumer Data

Concord, New Hampshire – New Hampshire has joined the ranks of states with comprehensive privacy laws, as Governor Chris Sununu signed SB 255 into law on March 6, 2024. With this move, New Hampshire becomes the 15th state to establish such legislation, aiming to protect consumer data in the digital age. SB 255 applies to individuals and businesses that conduct business in the state or produce products/services targeted at New Hampshire residents. The law specifies two thresholds for applicability: processing personal data of either 35,000 unique consumers or 10,000 unique consumers with a revenue share … Read more