Fears

Harvey Weinstein’s Attorney Raises Alarms Over Alleged ‘Torturous’ Conditions at Rikers Island, Fears for His Health and Survival

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New York, NY — Concerns have been raised by Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer, Imran H. Ansari, regarding the treatment of his client in the Rikers Island jail, describing the conditions akin to a “torture chamber” or “medieval dungeon.” Weinstein, the 76-year-old former film producer and convicted sex offender, has been battling chronic myeloid leukemia since his diagnosis in October. Ansari, after a recent visit to Weinstein, was taken aback by what he described as the severe neglect and potential mistreatment his client is enduring while incarcerated. Ansari recounts that Weinstein appeared physically unkempt, with stained clothes … Read more

Hunter Biden’s Legal Team Seeks Pardon, Citing Fears of Political Retribution Under Trump Presidency

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WASHINGTON — Attorneys for Hunter Biden are pushing for a presidential pardon for President Joe Biden’s son, arguing that his criminal convictions for gun and tax offenses are politically tainted. With his sentencing set to occur in the coming weeks, Hunter Biden’s legal team fears that the re-election of Donald Trump could lead to further legal challenges arguing Trump might weaponize the justice system against him. The detailed plea for clemency spans a 52-page document released by his defense team entitled “The Political Prosecutions of Hunter Biden.” It suggests that the charges, which could land … Read more

Brooklyn Horror Film Festival 2024 Celebrates Fresh Fears and Filmmaking Triumphs

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Brooklyn, N.Y. — The Brooklyn Horror Film Festival, a beacon for avant-garde and classic horror cinema enthusiasts, recently celebrated its conclusion on October 24. Over the span of eight days, the festival showcased a diverse array of horror films at Nitehawk Cinema’s locations in Williamsburg and Prospect Park. As the curtains closed on the 2024 edition, a variety of films and filmmakers were lauded, receiving jury and audience accolades. “Dead Talents Society,” a comedy horror crafted by writer-director John Hsu, emerged as a festival favorite, captivating audiences and critics alike. The film, which stars Bo-lin … Read more

Fears and Uncertainty for Rohingya Refugees Facing Deportation in India

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Kolkata, India – Since the government of Manipur, a northeast Indian state, ordered the deportation of Rohingya refugees on March 8, Muhammad Hamin has been unable to sleep at night. The state’s Chief Minister, N Biren Singh, announced on social media that the first group of refugees had been deported, but the plan was later halted when Myanmar refused to cooperate. Hamin, a Rohingya refugee who arrived in India in 2018, is now in New Delhi, nearly 1,700 kilometers away from Manipur. Despite the distance, he closely follows news updates and spends his time watching … Read more