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Infectious Advertising’s Ramanuj Shastry Chosen as 2024 New York Festivals Advertising Awards Grand Jury Member

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Mumbai, India – Infectious Advertising’s Ramanuj Shastry has been selected as a member of the Grand Jury for the 2024 Advertising Awards organized by New York Festivals. The NYF awards recognize outstanding achievements in communications across different regions, nations, and continents. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Shastry’s creative leadership and expertise make him an invaluable addition to the panel. As highlighted by Scott Rose, Executive Director of the NYF Advertising Awards, Shastry’s award-winning work and his ability to craft campaigns for globally recognized brands set him apart. His extensive experience will … Read more

Former Gang Member Convicted of Gang-Related First-Degree Murder in Santa Cruz County

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SANTA CRUZ, Calif. – A former Watsonville man was found guilty of gang-related first-degree murder by a Santa Cruz County jury this week after an extensive trial and nearly three days of deliberation. The 29-year-old, Jason Cortez, was convicted for killing his Santa Cruz County Jail cellmate, German Carrillo, on October 13, 2022. Cortez’s conviction follows the separate trial and guilty verdict of another cellmate, Mario Lozano, who was sentenced to multiple life sentences for Carrillo’s murder, as well as an unrelated 2004 slaying in Watsonville. During the trial, Cortez took the stand in his … Read more

Air Force Member Sues Charlotte Marriott for $160 Million After Alleged Sexual Assault and Theft in Hotel Room

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A man from Mississippi has filed a $160 million lawsuit against a hotel in Uptown Charlotte, alleging that he was sexually assaulted by another individual during his stay. The incident reportedly took place at the Charlotte Marriott City Center, located at the intersection of Trade and Tryon streets. The plaintiff, who has been referred to as “John Doe” in legal documents, claims to be a member of the Air Force and was visiting Charlotte in April 2022 while en route to Orlando for training. Due to flight cancellations, he used loyalty points … Read more

Woman on Trial for Crash That Killed Girl Guides Member: Jury Selection Begins Today

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London, Ontario – Jury selection is set to begin Monday morning in the trial of a woman facing charges in a fatal crash that claimed the life of a young girl and left other members of her Girl Guides troupe injured. Petronella McNorgan is expected to enter a plea of not guilty to charges of criminal negligence causing death and criminal negligence causing bodily harm at her trial in a London court, according to her lawyer, Phillip Millar. The trial, presided over by Justice Pamela Hebner of the Superior Court of Justice, is scheduled to … Read more