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Consider The Turkey: philosopher’s new book might put you off your festive bird – and that’s exactly what he would want

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This article by Benjamin Curtis is an overview of Australian philosopher Peter Singer who has been a champion of animal rights for more than 50 years. His basic philosophical position has remained the same: the suffering of animals is just as important as the suffering of human beings. Pain is pain, whether it is in animals or humans. So, just as we think it is wrong to cause unnecessary pain and suffering in humans, it is wrong to cause the same in animals.

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Starting a Law Practice and How To Enjoy It: The Basic Building Blocks To Put You on the Right Foot | Justia CLE & Webinars

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Starting your own law practice can be a thrilling yet overwhelming journey. From choosing the right legal technology such as practice management software and document tools to deciding between a physical or virtual office, theres a lot to consider. In our upcoming, comprehensive webinar, speaker Charity Anastasio will walk you through the essential building blocks for setting up your practice successfully and answer key questions that every aspiring firm owner needs to know.

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1 in 6 Congresswomen Targeted by AI-Generated Sexually Explicit Deepfakes

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A first-of-its-kind study highlights the stark gender disparity in AI-generated nonconsensual intimate images and puts into focus the evolving risks for women in politics and public life. By Barbara Rodriguez and Jasmine Mithan.

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Injunction lifted; FinCEN extends most BOI deadlines to Jan. 13–thetaxadvisor.com

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By Neil Amato The deadline for most reporting companies to file beneficial ownership information (BOI) reports was extended to Jan. 13, 2025, by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), hours after a Monday court ruling reinstated the reporting requirement. The injunction was issued in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. v. Garland , No. 4:24-CV-478 (E.D.

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Case Closed: How to Optimize Your Legal Intake Process for Efficiency

Speaker: Anne Post, CEO North America, Xakia Technologies

Do you know that 40% of U.S. Legal Departments now have a formal legal intake process? With that in mind, where does your legal department stand today? Many legal teams still struggle with a flood of incoming requests, leaving everyone overwhelmed and frustrated. Implementing a formal legal intake process can seem like an obstacle between the business and the legal department, but it doesn’t have to be!

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No flood gauges, no warning: 99% of US streams are off the radar amid rising flash flood risks – we saw the harm in 2024

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Flooding is one of the deadliest and costliest natural disasters in the U.S., causing billions of dollars in damage each year. In 2024 alone, floods destroyed homes in over a dozen states and claimed more than 165 lives. Julie Arbit , Brad Bottoms and Branko Kerkez identify how thesedisasters underscore the importance of fast, accurate flood warnings.

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Judge rules Arkansas law allowing criminal charges against librarians is unconstitutional–apnews.com

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BYASSOCIATED PRESS FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) A federal judge on Monday struck down key parts of an Arkansas law that would have allowed criminal charges against librarians and booksellers for providing harmful materials to minors. U.S. District Judge Timothy Brooks found that elements of the law are unconstitutional. I respect the courts ruling and will appeal, Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin said in a statement to The Associated Press.

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