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"Grief and Connection Take Center Stage in Rohan Kanawade’s Award-Winning Film Sabar Bonda—A Poignant Exploration of Love Amid Loss"

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Anand, Maharashtra — The return to Anand’s rural village evokes a profound silence marked by loss as he navigates grief alongside his mother. Their journey is captured in “Sabar Bonda (Cactus Pears),” a film that explores the interplay of sorrow and affection in the embrace of shared memories. The nearly two-hour feature unfolds against the backdrop of a cultural landscape where grief reshapes relationships, revealing the universal threads of love that persist even amidst pain. Rohan Kanawade, the film’s director, recently showcased “Sabar Bonda” in Bengaluru, where it garnered significant acclaim as the first Indian … Read more

GW Law Unveils the Bernard Center: A Legacy of Innovation in Law and Technology

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The George Washington University Law School has honored alumni Eugene L. Bernard and his wife, Barbara, by naming its newly established center for law and technology after them. This recognition comes following a significant donation from the Bernards aimed at enhancing GW Law’s Intellectual Property and Technology Law programs. Eugene Bernard, a distinguished member of the 1951 graduating class, had a notable career practicing intellectual property law in Washington, D.C., impacting the field significantly. He achieved a landmark victory before the United States Supreme Court in the 1980 case of Dawson Chemical … Read more

Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Closes Amid Controversy as State Prepares to Launch New Detention Center in Baker County

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SANDERSON, Fla. — A Florida judge’s recent ruling to close the controversial immigration detention facility, often referred to as “Alligator Alcatraz,” is likely to cost taxpayers more than $200 million. The decision adds to ongoing concerns about conditions within the facility, nestled in the Everglades, where reports have surfaced regarding unsanitary environments and detainees being denied access to legal support. State Representative Angie Nixon criticized the state’s decision to proceed with operations at the facility despite awareness of its impending closure. “They knew this place was going to get shut down,” Nixon said, referencing the … Read more

Judge Upholds Ruling to Shut Down Controversial ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Detention Center Amid Ongoing Federal Appeal

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ORLANDO, Fla. — A federal judge in Miami has opted not to delay her ruling that mandates the closure of the controversial immigration detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz.” This facility, located within the Florida Everglades, has faced scrutiny for its conditions and the handling of its detainees. The federal government had sought to pause the implementation of the judge’s order while it appeals the decision, but the request was denied. The ruling follows increasing concerns regarding the treatment of migrants at the center, which has been a focal point for activists and community leaders. … Read more