Legal Powerhouses Join Forces to Contest Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Statute

NEW ORLEANS, LA — A legal challenge to Louisiana’s controversial law that mandates the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms has been mounted by a powerful partnership between the civil rights law firm Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP and the American Civil Liberties Union. The lawsuit argues that this state mandate infringes upon First Amendment rights by promoting a specific religious view within public education. The legislation, which came into effect earlier this year, requires each public school classroom in the state to display a poster of the Ten Commandments. It was … Read more

Meet the Creative Powerhouses: Immortal Awards 2024 Reveals Stellar MEA Jury Line-up Set to Convene in Dubai

Dubai, UAE – The Immortal Awards, a prestigious recognition in the advertising industry, has unveiled its panel of jurors for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region for the year 2024. The judging event is scheduled to take place on October 30 in Dubai and will be supported by Boomtown Productions. This distinguished group of industry leaders will assess the finest advertising projects from the region, determining which will advance to compete on a global stage. Among the jurors are notable figures such as Adenike Adebola, Innovation Director for Africa at Diageo, and Paul Banham, … Read more

2024 New York Festivals Advertising Awards Shortlist Jury Revealed: Unveiling Industry Trailblazers and Creative Powerhouses from Around the Globe

New York, NY – The Shortlist Jury for the 2024 New York Festivals Advertising Awards has been announced and it is packed with some of the most innovative minds in the industry. This year’s panel is comprised of renowned leaders and creatives from top agencies across five continents. Their impressive track record of excellence and innovation has earned them international recognition. According to Scott Rose, president of New York Festivals Advertising Awards competitions, the Shortlist Jury consists of pioneers, experienced professionals, and up-and-coming talents from diverse backgrounds in award-winning agencies. Their discerning expertise plays a … Read more

Africa’s Creative Powerhouses Join 2024 NYF Advertising Awards Shortlist Jury

NEW YORK CITY, USA – The 2024 NYF Advertising Awards Shortlist Jury has been announced by the New York Festivals Advertising Awards (NYF), featuring two jurors from Africa. Among the panel of esteemed industry leaders and innovative creatives are Anthony Eigbe, creative director at X3M Ideas in Nigeria, and Roderick Laka, creative group head of Art at Machine: Publicis Groupe in South Africa. The NYF Advertising Awards Shortlist Jury is renowned for its forward-thinking members who have a track record of excellence and innovation. Comprised of top-tier agencies from around the world, these individuals have … Read more