Crime in the United States

RFK Human Rights, ISLA, and Coalition of Immigrant Rights Groups File DHS Complaint Urging an End to the Horrific Conditions and Abuse at Pine Prairie ICE Processing Center

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Monday, June 21, 2021
Articles, Crime in the United States, Torture and the United States, Solitary confinement, Torture, GEO, GEO Group, Academic disciplines, Human behavior

The for-profit detention center, run by the GEO Group, used prolonged and often racially-driven solitary confinement practices to the point of constituting torture under international human rights law.

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  • The for-profit detention center, run by the GEO Group, used prolonged and often racially-driven solitary confinement practices to the point of constituting torture under international human rights law.
  • "What we've seen in Pine Prairie is horrifying and, by no means, an exception,"said Homero Lpez, legal director for ISLA.
  • "ICE continuously uses private prison companies, including the GEO Group, in an attempt to cover the human suffering that they carry out.
  • ISLA specifically provides detained immigrants at the Pine Prairie ICE Processing Center with pro bono representation under a universal representation model.

On June 5, 2021, at 7 PM, George Floyd Anniversary Memorial on the Show About Stuff...The Stephen Davis Show

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
George Floyd, Selwyn, States of the United States, Crime in the United States, Criminals

It was an honor to share this discussion with my guests, especially George Floyd's uncle,Selwyn Jones.

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  • It was an honor to share this discussion with my guests, especially George Floyd's uncle,Selwyn Jones.
  • It is a heart-wrenching, yet funny, inspirational episode.
  • And much thanks to Mr. Owen for allowing us to air his wonderful and powerful award-winning music video."
  • Tune in every week on Saturdays at 7 p.m. on Dallas/Ft.

A Paul Gill, Lomiko CEO Speaks at Edward Snowden ‘On the Record’ Event at the Private Investment Club Conference

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Professional services, Automotive, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Finance, Edward Snowden, Snowden, Crime in the United States, United States

b'Lomiko Metals Inc. (TSX-V: LMR, OTC: LMRMF, FSE: DH8C) (Lomiko or the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany\xe2\x80\x9d) announces CEO A. Paul Gill will speak at the Edward Snowden - On the Record Virtual Conference hosted by the Private Investment Club (PIC) April 24th at 10:30 am \xe2\x80\x93 6 pm EDT, 7:30 am \xe2\x80\x93 3 pm PDT.\nThis press release features multimedia.

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  • b'Lomiko Metals Inc. (TSX-V: LMR, OTC: LMRMF, FSE: DH8C) (Lomiko or the \xe2\x80\x9cCompany\xe2\x80\x9d) announces CEO A. Paul Gill will speak at the Edward Snowden - On the Record Virtual Conference hosted by the Private Investment Club (PIC) April 24th at 10:30 am \xe2\x80\x93 6 pm EDT, 7:30 am \xe2\x80\x93 3 pm PDT.\nThis press release features multimedia.
  • Paul Gill Joins Edward Snowden, Robert Allen and Sunil Tulsiani for ON THE RECORD - a virtual conference for business leaders (Graphic: Business Wire)\nThe new series, On The Record, was created for entrepreneurs, rule breakers, industry disruptors, business professionals, investors and real estate enthusiasts.
  • PIC aims to allow their event attendees to grow both personally and professionally by not just being a viewer, but by actively participating.\nThe first special guest will be Edward J. Snowden.
  • Snowden has been called a traitor, a hero, a whistleblower, a dissident, and a patriot.

Tamil Diaspora Organizations Applaud UNHRC Authorizing Office of the High Commissioner to Collect Evidence of Violations of Human Rights and Related Crimes in Sri Lanka

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Articles, Human rights abuses, Crime in the United States, Torture and the United States, Torture, Accountability

We are pleased with the mandate given to the Office to develop possible strategies for future accountability processes for gross violations of human rights or serious violations of international humanitarian law in Sri Lanka, to advocate for victims and survivors, and to support relevant judicial and other proceedings, including in Member States with competent jurisdiction.

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  • We are pleased with the mandate given to the Office to develop possible strategies for future accountability processes for gross violations of human rights or serious violations of international humanitarian law in Sri Lanka, to advocate for victims and survivors, and to support relevant judicial and other proceedings, including in Member States with competent jurisdiction.
  • The resolution enables the use of processed evidence to be presented in any future international tribunals / judicial mechanisms.
  • We believe that the High Commissioner should also be reporting on "possible strategies for future accountability processes" to the UN General Assembly to allow appropriate further action.
  • We urge the Office of the High Commissioner to inquire into violations since at least the 1977-79 period when torture and disappearances under the Prevention of Terrorism Act began, along with the deliberate destruction of Tamil cultural heritage.

Mea Culpa With Michael Cohen Featuring Its Most Scandalous Episode Yet

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Wednesday, February 3, 2021
Donald Trump litigation, Mea culpa, Culpa, Michael Cohen, PodcastOne, Mea culpa, Stormy Daniels, Businesspeople, Crime in the United States, Occupations

In his Audio Up Media produced podcast, Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen, which launched in September of 2020, the darkest elements of Trump's presidency are revealed, all told by Trump's former right hand man.

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  • In his Audio Up Media produced podcast, Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen, which launched in September of 2020, the darkest elements of Trump's presidency are revealed, all told by Trump's former right hand man.
  • Since joining PodcastOne in January of this year, Mea Culpa has seen its listener base increase by 30%.
  • Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen is giving us the content that polarized news media censors and this episode with Stormy Daniels is not to be missed," stated Kit Gray, President, PodcastOne.
  • Audio Up Media's Mea Culpa podcast shows Michael Cohen raw and unfiltered, shining a light into the dark corners of our current American Apocalypse.

GoFundMe Marks a Decade in Giving; Releases Annual Giving Report Highlighting Global Data From the Past 10 Years and 2020

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Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Technology, Fund Raising, Internet, Philanthropy, GoFundMe, George Floyd, States of the United States, Crime in the United States, Criminals

This year marks 10 years of giving on GoFundMe and the annual report highlights how the global GoFundMe community continues to unite to support those in need.

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  • This year marks 10 years of giving on GoFundMe and the annual report highlights how the global GoFundMe community continues to unite to support those in need.
  • Activity on GoFundMe this year was a mirror of global current events and reflected the most pressing and important issues in society.
  • Additionally, the Official George Floyd Memorial Fund received over 500,000 donations - more than any other fundraiser in GoFundMe history.
  • Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the GoFundMe community has responded to the widespread impact with an extraordinary level of generosity.

Government of Canada supports Victims and Survivors of Crime Week

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Monday, November 23, 2020
Crime in the United States, Violence against men, Human trafficking in the United States, Crimes against women, Rape, Victims' rights, Crime, National Center for Victims of Crime

The goal of Victims and Survivors of Crime Week is to raise awareness nationwide about the issues facing victims and survivors of crime and the services, programs, and laws in place to help them and their families.

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  • The goal of Victims and Survivors of Crime Week is to raise awareness nationwide about the issues facing victims and survivors of crime and the services, programs, and laws in place to help them and their families.
  • This year, instead of an in-person symposium, Justice Canada is hosting a virtual Victims and Survivors of Crime Week event online.
  • Under Justice Canada's Victims Fund, more than $790,000 will help raise awareness about the needs of victims and the services available to victims, survivors, and families from coast-to-coast-to-coast.
  • "This year's Victims and Survivors of Crime Week comes at a unique and difficult time for many Canadians.

Snowden Lane Partners Continues Chicago Growth with New Advisor

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Monday, November 9, 2020
Banking, Accounting, Professional services, Finance, Edward Snowden, Financial adviser, Snowden, Crime in the United States, United States

Luis Vegas joins Snowden Lane as a Senior Partner and Managing Director from J.P. Morgan Securities.

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  • Luis Vegas joins Snowden Lane as a Senior Partner and Managing Director from J.P. Morgan Securities.
  • Were thrilled to welcome Luis to our growing Chicago office, said Lyle LaMothe, Chairman of Snowden Lane Partners.
  • The Financial Times included Snowden Lane in its elite FT 300 Top RIA list in 2020 for the sixth-straight year.
  • References to Snowden Lane and Snowden Lane Partners are references to Snowden Capital Advisors LLC, an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, and its affiliated entities.

How to Prevent Victimization: Appriss to Explore Stalking in Digital Age During National Training Institute Conference

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Monday, November 2, 2020
Victims' rights, Crime in the United States, Abuse, Bullying, Victimisation, Victimology, Articles, National Center for Victims of Crime, Justice, Crime

During the NCVC National Training Institute Conference, Karen Adams, training manager, and Jared Beek, VINE marketing and training specialist for Appriss, will explore the connection between technology and online abuse.

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  • During the NCVC National Training Institute Conference, Karen Adams, training manager, and Jared Beek, VINE marketing and training specialist for Appriss, will explore the connection between technology and online abuse.
  • In this session, Adams and Beek will discuss ways to prevent victimization, offering insight into victim services as well as safety and justice.
  • The National Training Institute attracts victim services professionals, advocates, law enforcement and other allied professionals.
  • Appriss Insights is the developer of the Appriss Insights Platform, the nations most comprehensive source of incarceration, justice, and risk intelligence data.

ADX Labs reports strong, principled growth through 2020

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
Spies, ADX, Robert Hanssen, Crime in the United States

By following its instincts and giving back to its communities, fast-growing technology, entertainment and services company ADX reports strong growth through 2020.

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  • By following its instincts and giving back to its communities, fast-growing technology, entertainment and services company ADX reports strong growth through 2020.
  • As a result, ADX has added to its global headcount over the first seven months of 2020, growing its total number of full-time employees by more than 9%.
  • ADX Labs, Inc. (ADX) is a technology company focused on providing a range of innovative products and services for individuals, home-based businesses, and the small to medium enterprise market.
  • ADX independently funds the ADX Foundation, a registered non-profit philanthropic organizationwhichhas invested inchildren,communities, andsocial justice since 2013.Learn more at http://adxlabs.com