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Vivek Chaudhary’s ‘I, Poppy’ Triumphs at Hot Docs, Highlighting Activism and Family Amidst India’s Struggles

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Toronto, Canada — Vivek Chaudhary’s documentary I, Poppy, which explores the life of an activist son confronting systemic corruption in India while his mother manages their family’s poppy farm, earned the best international feature award at the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival on Friday night. This recognition highlights a significant achievement for Chaudhary, as the film had its world premiere at the festival. Winning the top jury prize grants I, Poppy eligibility for the best documentary feature category at the upcoming Academy Awards. This victory also continues a trend, marking the second consecutive year … Read more

Tragic End: Sexual Abuse Survivor Dies at 43, Highlighting Ongoing Struggles of Victims Within Church Scandals

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A 43-year-old man from the far southwest suburbs has died, just 18 months after securing a $2 million settlement with the Catholic Church over allegations of sexual abuse by an Augustinian priest during his time as a student at Providence Catholic High School in the 1990s. Robert Krankvich’s death in April is reportedly linked to long-term health issues exacerbated by substance abuse, which family members believe stemmed from the trauma he suffered. Krankvich’s father described his son as someone who battled inner demons, stating, “He was using that stuff to mask his hurt and pain.” … Read more

Visa Extension Error Puts H-1B Holder’s Future in Jeopardy: A Cautionary Tale Highlighting the Importance of Oversight

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After a clerical oversight in the processing of a critical visa extension, an H-1B visa holder faces significant disruptions in his career path and must now make the challenging decision to leave the United States. The immigrant, who detailed his predicament on social media, indicated that the lapse occurred due to his attorney’s failure to timely submit necessary paperwork. Although his H1B visa expired on January 25, 2025, the error was only recognized in March, prompting an immediate cessation of his work. The worker revealed that an attempt was made to rectify the situation through … Read more

$15.5 Million Awarded in Georgia Radiology Malpractice Case Highlighting Teleradiology Risks

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In a landmark decision emerging from Georgia, a jury awarded $15.5 million in a case involving alleged radiology malpractice at Gwinnett Medical Center in 2018. The case highlights the evolving standards of care in telemedicine and could influence future litigation involving remote medical services. The legal dispute began when a patient, after falling down stairs and subsequently visiting the emergency department of GMC wearing a cervical collar, suffered severe and lasting injuries post-treatment. The hospital had engaged the services of a teleradiology group, Quality Nighthawk Teleradiology Group, to interpret the patient’s CT scans remotely. The … Read more