Global

Investors Sue Zeta Global for Alleged Financial Misconduct, Law Firm Seeks Lead Plaintiff by January Deadline

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RADNOR, Pa. — Investors who purchased shares of Zeta Global Holdings Corp. during a specified period this year may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit, according to a recent announcement from the law firm Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP. The lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York and covers all purchases of Zeta securities from February 27, 2024, to November 13, 2024. The securities litigation targets Zeta Global Holdings Corp., a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange under the … Read more

Katia Jarjoura’s ‘Robbing Beirut’ Wins Top Prize at Red Sea Souk Amid High Stakes Stories from Global Filmmakers

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Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – At the prestigious Red Sea International Film Festival, Lebanese Canadian director Katia Jarjoura’s “Robbing Beirut” clinched the top distinction in the Red Sea Souk project market, winning $75,000 for its compelling in-development narrative that mirrors Lebanon’s economic turmoil. The Red Sea Souk showcased a diverse array of 31 feature films and seven series projects, reflecting a rich tapestry of global cinematic potential. “Robbing Beirut” tells the gripping tale of a woman compelled to rob a bank after being denied access to her own $30,000 savings, which she desperately needs for her … Read more

Francis Joshua Handy Passes at 91: Reflecting on a Storied Career that Bridged Law, Politics, and Global Energy Ventures

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Wellington, New Zealand – The recent passing of Francis Joshua Handy at the age of 91 marks the conclusion of a distinctly illustrious and vibrant career that spanned several decades in New Zealand’s legal and commercial spheres. Born in the more serene environs of South Island and raised in a deeply religious household, Handy’s life trajectory was shaped by a transition from potential ecclesiastical duties to significant legal and economic roles, reflecting a life of complex, yet impactful, secular engagements. Educated at Victoria University where he earned a Master’s in 1957 and later a law … Read more

Global Human Rights Group Demands Inquiry into Pakistan’s Violent Protest Crackdown

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Islamabad, Pakistan — Serious concerns have been raised by the International Bar Association’s Human Rights Institute (IBAHRI) regarding the forceful suppression of opposition demonstrations in Islamabad. The institute has called on Pakistan to adhere more closely to global human rights norms, notably in managing protests with minimal force. Turmoil escalated in the capital when mass protests, primarily demanding the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, descended into chaos. Following Khan’s detention, his supporters, led by his political party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), organized widespread protests on November 24. The gatherings, climaxing between November 26 and … Read more