Activision Blizzard Mounts Vigorous Defense Against Uvalde Lawsuit Allegations, Cites First Amendment Protection

Uvalde, Texas — In the wake of the tragic May 2022 shooting at Robb Elementary School, which left 21 dead and 17 injured, video game giant Activision Blizzard has mounted a robust legal defense amidst ongoing litigation. The family members of the victims filed lawsuits in both Texas and California, implicating the video game manufacturer, … Read more

MSF Decries Armed Assault on Khartoum Hospital, Demands Protection for Healthcare Facilities in Sudan

Khartoum, Sudan – Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has issued a stark condemnation of a recent assault at Bashair Teaching Hospital by Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF), wherein the armed group forcefully entered and caused havoc in the hospital’s emergency room on December 18. During the intrusion, the RSF not only discharged firearms but also directly … Read more

Victorian Coroner Advocates for Child Protection Taskforce Following Inquiry into Family Violence Deaths

Melbourne, Australia — A grave report by a Victorian coroner has prompted a call for significant reforms in the state’s child protection services following an inquest into the deaths of four children that revealed critical systemic failures. The children, aged from six months to 15 years, died in incidents linked to family violence within a … Read more

Canadian Prime Minister Condemns Attack on Hindu Temple, Calls for Protection of Religious Freedoms Amid Rising Extremist Tensions

Brampton, Ontario — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has spoken out against the violent incident at the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, where devotees were reportedly attacked by individuals supporting the Khalistani cause. Trudeau underscored the fundamental right of all Canadians to practice their religion in peace and security. Following the event, the Peel Regional Police … Read more

Germany Challenges Netanyahu’s Claims of Minimal Civilian Deaths in Rafah, Demands Heightened Protection for Gaza Civilians

Berlin, Germany — In a striking disavowal of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent assertions, the German government on Friday voiced concerns about the protection of civilians in the ongoing conflict in Gaza, particularly in the city of Rafah. Netanyahu had claimed in an address to the U.S. Congress that civilian casualties in Rafald during … Read more

U.S. Secret Service Bolsters Protection for Trump Amid Detected Iranian Threats

Washington, D.C. — U.S. intelligence agencies have recently uncovered an alleged plot by Iran targeting former President Donald Trump, according to sources within the U.S. government. The plot comes amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and Iran, following Trump’s aggressive policies towards the Islamic Republic, including the assassination of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani in 2020. … Read more

U.S. Secret Service Bolsters Protection for Trump Following Detected Iranian Threat

Washington, D.C. — Amid rising tensions, U.S. officials revealed that recently uncovered intelligence points to an alleged plot by Iran targeting former President Donald Trump. The revelations add an alarming layer to the security challenges faced by high-profile U.S. figures on the global stage. Officials disclosed that the National Security Council has been closely monitoring … Read more

Media Office Attacked in Visakhapatnam Amid Political Condemnations and Calls for Press Freedom Protection

Visakhapatnam, India – A violent incident targeting the Deccan Chronicle’s office in Visakhapatnam has ignited widespread condemnation across political and journalistic circles after Telugu Desam Party (TDP) supporters allegedly torched the publication’s display board. The attack followed a report by the newspaper on the controversial issue of the privatization of Visakha Steel Plant, a move … Read more

Explosion Protection Expert Shares Insights on Dust Vent Sizing Techniques

Chicago, Illinois – Powder & Bulk Solids recently hosted a webinar titled “Dust Explosion Vent Sizing Made Easy: Case Histories and Examples” as part of its DryPro webinar series. Dr. Ashok Ghose Dastidar, an expert in explosion protection, discussed the importance of venting the overpressure from dust explosions in various industrial equipment such as dust … Read more

Protection Denied: Judges’ Decision After Violent Domestic Attack

Newburgh, New York – In a recent case involving a violent domestic attack, judges in Newburgh failed to grant a protection order to the victim. The incident highlights the challenges faced by survivors of domestic violence in seeking legal protection from their abusers. The victim, whose identity remains anonymous, reportedly suffered a brutal assault at … Read more