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Justice in the Spotlight: Jury Selection Begins in Steve Lawson’s High-Profile Trial Linked to Crystal Rogers’ Disappearance

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BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Nearly nine years after Crystal Rogers was reported missing, the trial of Steve Lawson has commenced, marking a significant development in a case that has captivated the community and led to numerous investigations. Lawson faces charges of conspiracy to commit murder and tampering with physical evidence related to Rogers’ death. The trial’s opening day featured jury selection, with 85 potential jurors being screened by attorneys for any biases that might affect their impartiality. The jury selection process started at 9 a.m. CT and is expected to take several days. During this … Read more

Cannes Spotlight: “The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo” Shines as Top Film in Un Certain Regard, Celebrating Queer Narratives and Emerging Talent

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CANNES, France — Diego Céspedes’ film, “The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo,” has been awarded the top honor in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival, as announced by the jury on Friday. The film tells the story of an 11-year-old girl navigating life in a queer family set against the backdrop of a small Chilean mining town during the early 1980s. The narrative unfolds amid rising anxiety over a perplexing disease alleged to spread through looks exchanged between men. In addition to Céspedes’ triumph, the Jury Prize was awarded to Simón … Read more

Federal Court Sends Pharmaceutical Lawsuit Back to State, Keeping Boies Schiller in Legal Spotlight

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Miami, Florida — A federal judge has determined that Boies Schiller Flexner LLP remains implicated in a continuing legal battle involving pharmaceutical mass tort firms and their previous counsel. In a ruling issued Thursday, the judge remanded the case back to state court, affirming that the allegations against the law firm have sufficient merit to proceed. The lawsuit revolves around claims from various pharmaceutical tort firms, which allege that their former legal representation may have mishandled certain aspects of their cases. By sending the case back to state level jurisdiction, the judge has effectively allowed … Read more

Orchid Awards Spotlight Global Cultural Contributions as Finalists Announced at Beijing Conference

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Beijing, China — The second Orchid Awards news conference took place Thursday at the China International Communications Group, paving the way for an upcoming jury meeting set for Friday. Established in 2022, the Orchid Awards honor non-Chinese individuals and organizations that significantly contribute to cultural exchange and the promotion of Chinese culture. The awards made their debut with a ceremony in 2023. This year’s Orchid Awards garnered global participation and underwent a rigorous selection process, culminating in the announcement of 30 finalists at the conference. The expert committee will determine the ten winners during the … Read more