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Former Negros Oriental Lawmaker Arnolfo Teves Jr. Rushed to Hospital Amid Escalating Legal Troubles

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Taguig City, Philippines — Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr., a former representative of Negros Oriental, was hospitalized Tuesday morning after experiencing severe stomach pains while in detention at Camp Bagong Diwa. His legal counsel, Ferdinand Topacio, informed reporters that Teves began to suffer from abdominal discomfort just after midnight. According to Topacio, Teves received medical attention around 5 a.m. before being transferred to a hospital about an hour later. He did not disclose the name of the hospital for security reasons. Teves is facing multiple serious charges, including murder, frustrated murder, and attempted murder, related to … Read more

Victory for Reba: Lawmaker Celebrates Governor’s Signature on Justice Legislation

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LAS VEGAS, Nev. — A significant legislative victory was celebrated this week as lawmakers and advocates expressed their relief following the signing of a new bill aimed at enhancing justice for victims of domestic violence. The law, known as “Reba’s Law,” is named in honor of Reba, a victim whose case has resonated throughout the community and spurred calls for reforms. The bill was signed into law by Governor Joe Lombardo, a move that was lauded by the law’s sponsor, Assemblywoman Michelle Gorelow. She expressed deep satisfaction with the bill’s passage, stating, “We got justice … Read more

Jury Awards $18 Million to Ghanaian Reporter in Defamation Case Against Lawmaker with U.S. Connections

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Newark, NJ – In a significant legal victory, Anas Aremeyaw Anas, a renowned Ghanaian investigative journalist, has been awarded $18 million in defamation damages by an Essex County jury. The verdict came after Anas was accused by a Ghanaian lawmaker of engaging in criminal activities, tied to his investigative work on soccer corruption. Anas, aged 47 and known for his impactful journalism worldwide, faced accusations from Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, a lawmaker who also has property interests in West Orange, New Jersey. Agyapong’s damaging statements, some of which were issued from his New Jersey property, led … Read more

Oklahoma Lawmaker Raises Concerns Over Misuse of Law Designed to Protect Police Privacy

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Lawton, Okla. – A controversial law in Oklahoma intended to shield the personal details of law enforcement officers from public exposure is facing criticism from within, as concerns arise over potential misuse. Passed in 2021, the legislation imposes strict penalties for the unauthorized sharing of law enforcement officials’ information online. State Representative Justin Humphrey, the legislator behind this act, recently voiced concerns following reports that a sheriff allegedly exploited the law to arrest and incarcerate a vocal critic. The move by the sheriff has sparked a debate over the balance between protecting officer privacy and … Read more