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Advocating Oceans: A Summer Fellowship Shapes Understanding of IUU Fishing and Community Resilience in Indonesia

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Jakarta, Indonesia – An immersive legal experience in international law and environmental policy unfolded for a fellow at the Indonesia Ocean Justice Initiative (IOJI) this summer, thanks to the support of the GWC and the David Harrison Innovations in Water and Energy Law & Policy Fellowship. This opportunity allowed the fellow to explore the critical confluence of environmental sustainability, maritime security, and human rights in one of the world’s most biodiverse regions. During the fellowship, the participant produced a detailed report that addressed the pressing issue of illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. The research … Read more

Community Unites in Celebration and Cooperation at 20th Annual South Central Hilltop Day Out Despite Sweltering Heat

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Community members, law enforcement, and families gathered in Hilltop on Saturday for the 20th Annual South Central Hilltop Day Out, an event aimed at fostering relationships and combating crime. The celebration, held at Burroughs Park, drew a significant turnout despite temperatures reaching the low 90s. “It’s a hot day, but everyone is enjoying themselves. It was a beautiful day in the park, and most importantly, there was no violence,” said community advocate Lisa Boggs, who has played a pivotal role in organizing the event since its inception as a simple block party. … Read more

Community Urged to Help Locate Missing 81-Year-Old Native American Man Last Seen in Denver

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Authorities are seeking assistance in locating an 81-year-old man who has been reported missing in Denver. Wayne Bigcrow, a member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe, is described as an Indigenous man standing 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighing approximately 150 pounds. He has gray hair and brown eyes. Bigcrow was last seen on Friday at around 3:15 p.m. near the intersection of West Mississippi Avenue and South Raritan Street in Denver. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a Broncos hat, a tan jacket, a black shirt, and … Read more

HCA Healthcare Reaches Settlement in Antitrust Case, Pledges Community Support for Asheville’s Mission Health

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ASHEVILLE, N.C. — HCA Healthcare has reached a settlement in an antitrust lawsuit that has affected the Mission Health system for the past three years. This lawsuit was initiated by four local governments in Western North Carolina, who argued that HCA’s practices led to increased healthcare costs and reduced quality in the region. The governments involved in the lawsuit—Brevard, Asheville, Buncombe County, and Madison County—raised concerns about HCA’s monopolistic behavior following its acquisition of Mission Health in 2019, which included the only hospital in Asheville and several rural facilities. The plaintiffs alleged that this consolidation … Read more