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Taliban Enacts Strict Modesty Laws Affecting Afghan Women’s Public Appearance and Behavior

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KABUL, Afghanistan — In a significant escalation of its restrictive measures on women, the Taliban has mandated the covering of faces in public as part of a broader legislative framework intended to “combat vice and promote virtue.” This directive was ratified by the group’s supreme leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, and is part of a suite of rules aimed at enforcing strict adherence to the Taliban’s interpretation of Islamic law. Following their return to power in 2021, twenty years after their initial ousting, the Taliban established the Ministry for Vice and Virtue. The exclusive responsibility of this … Read more

American Bar Association Sets Strict Guidelines for Lawyers Utilizing Generative AI in Practice

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Chicago, IL – The American Bar Association (ABA) has recently set forth new guidelines that address the burgeoning field of generative artificial intelligence (AI), prescribing the ways in which lawyers can ethically integrate this technology into their practices. The move comes as a response to the rapid advancement and adoption of AI tools in various professions, including law. As AI technologies like chatbots, predictive analytics, and automated document drafting become increasingly sophisticated, their integration into everyday legal functions grows. The ABA’s ruling aims to ensure that while these tools can enhance efficiency and accessibility in … Read more

Bar Council of India Clamps Down on Online Legal Ads, Orders Strict Compliance Following High Court Judgment

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New Delhi, India — The Bar Council of Context (BCI), India’s regulatory body for lawyers, has mandated all State Bar Councils to enforce stringent measures against attorneys who advertise or seek clients through online platforms. This decision aligns with a recent ruling by the Madras High Court, which emphasized that the legal profession is a dignified service to society rather than a commercial enterprise. In compliance with this judgment, issued on July 3, 2024, the BCI has intensified scrutiny and taken a hard stand against practices that commercialize the profession, viewing them as a violation … Read more

North Carolina’s Strict Occupational Licensing Laws Stifle Economic Growth and Opportunities

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RALEIGH, North Carolina — The state of North Carolina may be hindering its future economic performance by imposing strict occupational licensing requirements. In order to enter many professions in the state, individuals must possess specific education credentials, undergo a certain amount of training, or pass licensure exams. While it is common for states to license certain professions like physicians and civil engineers, North Carolina stands out by requiring licenses for occupations such as eyelash technicians, apprentice manicurists, and drama movement therapists. In recent rankings of state licensing laws, North Carolina ranked poorly. A report by … Read more