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End of an Era: Wimbledon’s Shift to Electronic Line Calling Leaves Veteran Line Judges Sidelined

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London, UK – The charm and tradition of Wimbledon, renowned for its grass courts and white attire, will be losing a timeless aspect of its gamesmanship as it bids farewell to human line judges, adopting electronic line-calling technology instead. This shift, informed by a desire for consistent and error-free rulings, marks a profound change for many, including veteran line judges like myself, whose life’s work has revolved around the court lines of this storied tournament. I still vividly remember my first Wimbledon back in 1982, the year Jimmy Connors triumphed over John McEnroe. It was … Read more

Calling All Creative Leaders: Nominate Now to Judge the 2025 Global Creative Awards!

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Cannes, France – The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, a premier event celebrating global achievements in advertising and marketing, is calling for nominations to assemble a formidable jury for its 2025 edition, scheduled from June 16-20. In a parallel development, the Spikes Asia Festival, another significant event in the creative industry, is set for March 2025. The Cannes Lions festival seeks respected creative leaders who possess significant experience at the Chief Creative Officer (CCO) or Executive Creative Director (ECD) level. Candidates are expected to have a history of recognition in prominent global awards, including … Read more

Calling All Citizens: Apply Now to Serve on the Mendocino County Civil Grand Jury and Make a Difference!

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Ukiah, California – The Superior Court of California, County of Mendocino is inviting qualified citizens to apply for the 2024/2025 Mendocino County Civil Grand Jury. The deadline for applications is Friday, May 31, 2024. The Civil Grand Jury, consisting of 19 members, serves for one year and plays a crucial role in investigating the operations of county, city, and district governments. They also provide civil oversight of local government departments and agencies, responding to citizen complaints. By participating in the Civil Grand Jury, individuals have the opportunity to gain insight into the inner workings of … Read more

Calling All Patriots: Sign Up to Be an Election Judge and Safeguard Democracy Today!

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GREAT FALLS, Mont. – As the upcoming elections draw near, Cascade County is holding training sessions for election judges this week, providing an opportunity for individuals to contribute to the democratic process. Election judges play a vital role in ensuring the integrity and accessibility of elections, being responsible for the proper implementation of polling procedures on election day. Taking place at the Paddock Club in Montana ExpoPark, the training sessions will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2:30 to 5:00 and 5:30 to 8:00, with an additional session on Thursday from 2:30 to 5:00. … Read more