Awards

Shantanu Salgaonkar: From Belagavi to Silicon Valley’s Judge’s Seat at Prestigious UX Awards

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Palo Alto, California – Shantanu Salgaonkar, a prominent figure in the field of product design, has been selected as a judge for the prestigious Silicon Valley UX Awards, an event that recognizes outstanding user experience design on a global stage. Operating from his base in the United States, Salgaonkar holds the position of Product Design Lead at Meta and boasts an impressive career trajectory including tenures at notable companies such as Amazon and Intuit. Originally from Belagavi, Salgaonkar’s educational journey in design began at the National Institute of Design in Ahmedabad where he majored in … Read more

Jury Awards $4 Million in Wrongful Death Case of Air Force Cadet, Family Seeks Federal Probe into Police Investigation Missteps

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ORLANDO, Fla. — A federal court jury has awarded $4 million to the family of Alex Bello-Ortiz, an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University student and Air Force cadet, in a verdict that contradicted initial findings by local police that his 2020 death was a suicide. The family’s assertion, supported by evidence, suggested that Bello-Ortiz was fatally shot by his roommate following an altercation. Maria Lourdes Ortiz, Alex’s mother, expressed relief following the civil court’s decision. “I know the police department is supposed to do their job, but they did not do justice for my son. Thank God … Read more

Jury Awards $310 Million to Family of Teen in Tragic Amusement Park Accident

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ORLANDO, Fla. — In a significant legal decision, an Orlando jury has ordered a $310 million payout to the family of a 14-year-old boy who tragically died after falling from an amusement park ride in March 2022. The verdict follows a painful saga stemming from the incident at Icon Park where Tyre Sampson lost his life. Detailed investigations into the incident revealed that modifications had been made to two seats on the Freefall Drop Tower to accommodate Sampson’s larger build, adjustments that critically failed to secure him during the ride. These findings were part of … Read more

Unveiling the 2025 PRINT Awards: A Convergence of Creative Titans and Innovative Design Categories

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As the creative world gears up for the 2025 PRINT Awards, a distinguished panel of jurors is set to evaluate the burgeoning talent across various categories of design and artistry. This eclectic group of experts will congregate to scrutinize submissions ranging from traditional handlettering and type design to innovative realms of social media content, title sequence design, and graphic novels. This year’s panel is enhanced by the introduction of new categories that underscore the evolving landscape of visual storytelling. Jurors bring with them a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success in … Read more