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Association of American Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS) Applauds Supreme Court Justices Who Sided with a "Good Faith" Defense to Opioid Prosecutions

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Thursday, March 3, 2022

As the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons ("AAPS")argued in its amicus brief , such prison sentences should notbe imposed againsta physician who acts in good faith in treating pain.

Key Points: 
  • As the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons ("AAPS")argued in its amicus brief , such prison sentences should notbe imposed againsta physician who acts in good faith in treating pain.
  • Most of the justices expressed disagreement with convicting a physician for pain prescriptions without allowing him a good-faith defense.
  • Dr. Ruan holds a record eight board certifications, and yet is imprisoned for being a high-volume prescriber of pain medication.
  • The Association of American Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS) is a national organization representing physicians in all specialties since 1943.

CRMNEXT, CU Sol, & America's Credit Union Museum Partner to launch the 1st Annual WOW Contest

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Sunday, February 27, 2022

The contest is sponsored by CRMNEXT, CU Sol (a Credit Union CUSO), and America's Credit Union Museum.

Key Points: 
  • The contest is sponsored by CRMNEXT, CU Sol (a Credit Union CUSO), and America's Credit Union Museum.
  • All nominees must work (or have worked) in the Credit Union ecosystem, and their contributions must have had a significant impact in the CU movement.
  • Stephanie Smith, President of America's Credit Union Museum is especially thrilled to have the contest run during the 20th anniversary of the museum.
  • Winners will be announced in a live webinar on May 24th, and the Induction Ceremony for the first-place winner at America's Credit Union Museum will occur in early October.

Supreme Court To Consider Granting Emergency Relief to NYC Teachers Denied Religious Accommodation From Vaccine Mandate

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

New York, NY, Feb. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Supreme Court will consider a legal challenge to New York Citys vaccine mandate from educators who were denied religious exemptions to vaccination.

Key Points: 
  • New York, NY, Feb. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Supreme Court will consider a legal challenge to New York Citys vaccine mandate from educators who were denied religious exemptions to vaccination.
  • Earlier this month, Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who oversees emergency appeals from the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, rejected the appeal without comment.
  • Attorneys representing the educators sent the appeal to Justice Neil Gorsuch, who forwarded it to the whole court to consider.
  • Thousands of teachers were denied accommodation under New York Citys blatantly discriminatory policy, says Sujata Gibson, one of the lead attorneys on the case.

Record nominations received for Hozpitality Group's 5th Middle East Chef Excellence Awards 2022 to be held at the luxurious Address Sky View in Dubai.

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Thursday, February 17, 2022

DUBAI, Feb. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After receiving nominations from over 450 talented chefs from top hotels, restaurants, catering companies and other hospitality companies, the voting lines are now open and professionals can vote for their choice online at https://www.hozpitality.com/awards 

Key Points: 
  • The Judges for the Awards were prominent hospitality professionals, and these champions were invaluable in judging the Young Chefs fairly, added Raj.
  • For the Popular Choice Awards, the winners are purely based on popular choice and will be announced in a ceremony on 20th June 2022, said Raj.
  • The chosen Top 5 will compete live at the 5th "Hozpitality Chef Excellence Awards" on 20th June 2022 at the luxurious Address Sky View in Dubai, said Vandana Bhatt, MD, Hozpitality Group.
  • Hozpitality Group's Middle East Chef Excellence Awards - MEA recognizes the talented Chef within the industry from different categories and departments in Middle East and Africa.

Record nominations received for Hozpitality Group's 5th Middle East Chef Excellence Awards 2022 to be held at the luxurious Address Sky View in Dubai.

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Thursday, February 17, 2022

For the Popular Choice Awards, the winners are purely based on popular choice and will be announced in a ceremony on 20th June 2022, said Raj.

Key Points: 
  • For the Popular Choice Awards, the winners are purely based on popular choice and will be announced in a ceremony on 20th June 2022, said Raj.
  • The other Partners for the Chef Awards include, Fusia Events, Dubai Restaurants Group (DRG), ZEE TV group, Wassup Dubai.
  • The chosen Top 5 will compete live at the 5th "Hozpitality Chef Excellence Awards" on 20th June 2022 at the luxurious Address Sky View in Dubai, said Vandana Bhatt, MD, Hozpitality Group.
  • Hozpitality Group's Middle East Chef Excellence Awards - MEA recognizes the talented Chef within the industry from different categories and departments in Middle East and Africa.

Coach Has A Prayer: U.S. Supreme Court to Review Ninth Circuit Decision Preventing Coach from Taking a Knee at Midfield

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Saturday, January 15, 2022

Kennedy, a former high school football coach, is asking the Supreme Court to reverse a lower court decision that allowed a school district to fire him because fans and students could see him take a knee in silent prayer after football games.

Key Points: 
  • Kennedy, a former high school football coach, is asking the Supreme Court to reverse a lower court decision that allowed a school district to fire him because fans and students could see him take a knee in silent prayer after football games.
  • "No teacher or coach should lose their job for simply expressing their faith while in public," said Kelly Shackelford, President and CEO of First Liberty.
  • "By taking this important case, the Supreme Court can protect the right of every American to engage in private religious expression, including praying in public, without fear of punishment."
  • The Supreme Court declined to review the case in January 2019, but allowed the lower courts to continue to develop the factual record.

Government of Canada reintroduces legislation to foster greater confidence in the judicial system

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021

OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 1, 2021 /CNW/ - Canadians should have full confidence in their judicial system.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 1, 2021 /CNW/ - Canadians should have full confidence in their judicial system.
  • Maintaining this confidence requires that there be an accountable, transparent and fiscally responsible process for the handling of complaints against federally appointed judges.
  • Today, on behalf of the Government of Canada, Senator Marc Gold reintroduced proposed legislative amendments to the Judges Act that aim to strengthen the judicial complaints process, which was originally established 50 years ago.
  • The reintroduced bill would amend and streamline the process for more serious complaints, where removal from the bench could be an outcome.

Ribbon Call Trust® Announced Winner in the 2021 Pipeline Innovation Awards, Assurance Category

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021

PLANO, Texas, Nov. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ribbon Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: RBBN), a global provider of real time communications software and IP optical networking solutions to service providers, enterprises, and critical infrastructure sectors, today announced that its Ribbon Call Trust® is the winner of the 2021 Pipeline Innovation Awards, Assurance category, which recognizes innovations that protect service provider operations, revenues and business from error, failure and fraud.

Key Points: 
  • The annual Pipeline Innovation Awards have provided credible recognition of technical innovation in the industry over the last decade.
  • Contestants submit extensive evaluation information to validate their innovation, which is objectively scored across over 20 different aspects of technical innovation.
  • "We are happy to see Ribbon recognized for their innovations in assurance in the 2021 Pipeline Innovation Awards program and applaud their advancements and contributions to the progress of the global landscape."
  • While Ribbon Communications may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point, Ribbon Communications specifically disclaims any obligation to do so.

Ribbon Call Trust® Announced Winner in the 2021 Pipeline Innovation Awards, Assurance Category

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021

PLANO, Texas, Nov. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ribbon Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: RBBN), a global provider of real time communications software and IP optical networking solutions to service providers, enterprises, and critical infrastructure sectors, today announced that its Ribbon Call Trust® is the winner of the 2021 Pipeline Innovation Awards, Assurance category, which recognizes innovations that protect service provider operations, revenues and business from error, failure and fraud.

Key Points: 
  • The annual Pipeline Innovation Awards have provided credible recognition of technical innovation in the industry over the last decade.
  • Contestants submit extensive evaluation information to validate their innovation, which is objectively scored across over 20 different aspects of technical innovation.
  • "We are happy to see Ribbon recognized for their innovations in assurance in the 2021 Pipeline Innovation Awards program and applaud their advancements and contributions to the progress of the global landscape."
  • While Ribbon Communications may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point, Ribbon Communications specifically disclaims any obligation to do so.

China Tonghai Securities Received "Private Wealth Management Award of Excellence" at Now TV Leadership Business Award 2021

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Monday, November 15, 2021

HONG KONG, Nov 15, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - China Tonghai International Financial ("Tonghai Financial" or "The Group") is proud to announce that China Tonghai Securities ("Tonghai Securities") has won the "Private Wealth Management Award of Excellence" at Now TV Leadership Business Award 2021.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, Nov 15, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - China Tonghai International Financial ("Tonghai Financial" or "The Group") is proud to announce that China Tonghai Securities ("Tonghai Securities") has won the "Private Wealth Management Award of Excellence" at Now TV Leadership Business Award 2021.
  • Now Business News Channel (NOW BNC) has launched the "Leadership Business Award" to recognize brand achievements in various categories including Real Estate & Property, Banking & Finance, Telecommunications & Insurance.
  • Mr. Stacey Wong, Chief Operating and Risk Officer of Tonghai Financial attended the award ceremony and received the award on behalf of Tonghai Securities at the ceremony, said, "I am delight that our business have received such prestigious recognition.
  • The core businesses of the Company are brokerage business, interest income business, corporate finance business, asset management business and investments and others businesses.