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Supreme Court Upholds Bank Of Ireland’s Variation Clause
The Supreme Court has upheld Bank of Ireland’s contractual power to change an interest reference rate, clarifying the scope and limits of unilateral variation clauses for commercial lending.
Kings Sign Damari Monsanto, Aaron Nkrumah To Exhibit 10 Contracts
The Sacramento Kings have signed wings Damari Monsanto and Aaron Nkrumah to Exhibit 10 contract. Monsanto and Nkrumah may be competing for the Kings open two-way spot. If neither lands a two-way deal, both players are expected to join the Stockton Kings for the G League season. Monsanto played in 45 combined G League games last season with the Delaware Blue Coats, Rio Grande Valley Vipers and Capital City Go-Go. The 6-foot-6 wing averaged 9.6 points on 44/43/83 shooting splits.
Best locks for landlords to use
Forum Categories All Realtor · Nolensville, TN · Member since 2016 · 94 posts · 29 votes I would like to hear what other landlords use for locks. I was recently told about a lock that can be used on multiple properties but the landlord/owner can get in all with just one key. Anybody out there using any special locks that make life easier?
Defamation (Amendment) Act 2026 - Key Reforms Commence 1 March 2026
Following the enactment of the Defamation (Amendment) Act 2026 (the “Act”) on 19 February 2026, the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O’Callaghan, signed the Defamation (Amendment) Act (Commencement) Order 2026 on 25 February 2026. The commencement order provides for a number of the Act’s key substantive reforms to come into operation on 1 March 2026, which will mark a significant milestone in the overhaul of Irish defamation law.
Ireland’s Defamation Reforms Pass Final Parliamentary Stage
On 11 February 2026, the Defamation (Amendment) Bill (the “Defamation Bill”) completed its passage through both houses of the Oireachtas, the Irish Houses of Parliament. The Bill will now be sent to the President to be signed into law and will become operational upon the signing of a commencement order by the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration Jim O’Callaghan (the “Minister”).
Defamation (Amendment) Act 2026 - Key Reforms Commence 1 March 2026
Keith Smith’s articles from Arthur Cox are most popular: within Litigation and Mediation & Arbitration topic(s) in Ireland Arthur Cox are most popular: within Litigation, Mediation & Arbitration, Law Department Performance and Antitrust/Competition Law topic(s) Following the enactment of the Defamation (Amendment) Act 2026 (the "Act") on 19 February 2026, the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O'Callaghan, signed the Defamation (Amendment) Act (Commencement) Order 2026 on...
ClaimNotify Publishes Guidance on Verification and Review Processes for California Unclaimed Money Claims
ClaimNotify Publishes Guidance on Verification and Review Processes for California Unclaimed Money Claims California Unclaimed Funds Distribution By County Visit ClaimNotify.org for more Articles & Guides regarding state unclaimed money updates Overview explains how claims are evaluated and how residents navigate complex administrative requirements.
ClaimNotify Reports Continued Rise in Unclaimed Money Activity as 2025 Comes to a Close
ClaimNotify Reports Continued Rise in Unclaimed Money Activity as 2025 Comes to a Close ClaimNotify.org: Self-service portal for submitting claims of abandoned assets, including lost money, dormant accounts, and unclaimed property ClaimNotify.org consolidates updates, official resources, and step-by-step guides for unclaimed assets across the nation.
"A Veiled Threat Is Still A Threat": Without Prejudice Privilege Lost Due To 'Unambiguous Impropriety' Exception
Arthur Cox are most popular: within Law Department Performance and Strategy topic(s) In a recent judgment1, the High Court granted an application to admit into evidence that the contents of correspondence marked "without prejudice save as to costs" should be admitted into evidence on the basis that the correspondence contained an implicit threat which amounted to an 'unambiguous impropriety'. This is the first recorded judgment of its kind in Ireland.
“A veiled threat is still a threat”: Without prejudice privilege lost due to ‘unambiguous impropriety’ exception
In the proceedings, the plaintiff alleges that the defendant breached a shareholder’ agreement, solicited its employees to work for a competing company and misappropriated intellectual property. As a result, it is claimed that the plaintiff’s business has effectively lost all of its value, which it quantifies at over €106 million. These claims are being fully defended by the defendant.
The Thunder Are Ready To Break The Second Apron Era
“They couldn't pick a better time to start in life, It ain't too early and it ain't too late.” The opening lines to “Oklahoma” by Rodgers and Hammerstein pretty much sum up the current version of the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder didn’t push in too early, nor did they wait too late to add the right players. Sam Presti and his talented front office nailed their timing perfectly.
Men in My Town Reopens a Haunting but Courageous Story of Violence, Survival, and the Unanswered Questions That Follow
Men in My Town Reopens a Haunting but Courageous Story of Violence, Survival, and the Unanswered Questions That Follow Men in My Town by Author Keith Smith Keith Smith’s gripping bio-novel confronts childhood trauma with rare clarity, blending truth & fiction to explore justice, healing, & long shadows of violence.
More Californians Reclaiming Lost Money Ahead of the Holidays, ClaimNotify Reports
More Californians Reclaiming Lost Money Ahead of the Holidays, ClaimNotify Reports A wooden table illuminated by warm sunlight, featuring a letter, financial documents, and a laptop displaying the ClaimNotify logo.
Clippers Waive Patrick Baldwin Jr, Jason Preston, TyTy Washington Jr
The LA Clippers waived forward Patrick Baldwin Jr. and guards Jason Preston and TyTy Washington Jr. All three players are expected to join the San Diego Clippers for the upcoming G League season. The Clippers also converted forward Jahmyl Telfort to a two-way contract on Saturday. LA's roster is now set for the regular season. The Clippers have 14 players signed to standard contracts and three players signed to two-way deals.
ClaimNotify.org Reports Uptick in Online Submissions Following Statewide Digital Access Rollout
California Resident Successfully Files Unclaimed Money Claim Online ClaimNotify.org consolidates updates, official resources, and step-by-step guides for unclaimed assets across the nation. California residents turn to ClaimNotify.org for verified resources and step-by-step guidance as more unclaimed money claims are submitted online.
Nuggets Sign Terrence Hargrove Jr, Coleman Hawkins To Camp Contracts
The Denver Nuggets signed wing Terrence Hargrove Jr and forward Coleman Hawkins to camp contracts. Hargrove and Hawkins signed non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 deals. Both players are expected to play for the Nuggets G Affiliate, the Grand Rapids Gold, this season. Hargrove played for the Bakken Bears in Denmark last season. The 6-foot-4 wing averaged 15.7 points on 49% shooting and 3.9 rebounds for the Bears. Hawkins went undrafted out of Kansas State at the 2025 NBA Draft.
Spurs Waive Isaiah Miller
The San Antonio Spurs waived Isaiah Miller on Monday, reported Keith Smith of Spotrac. Miller was waived to make room for Bismack Biyombo, who signed a one-year deal with the team. Miller, who signed an Exhibit 10 deal over the weekend, is expected to join the Austin Spurs in the G League.
Families Mainly Using Unclaimed Money for Rent and Tuition, ClaimNotify.org Highlights
A table showing bills and unclaimed payments from California ClaimNotify.org consolidates updates, official resources, and step-by-step guides for unclaimed assets across the nation. Visit ClaimNotify.org for more Articles & Guides regarding state unclaimed money updates ClaimNotify confirms most recoveries are helping Californians cover rent and tuition, with additional funds supporting medical bills and household essentials.
Local Veteran Receives State Letter, Recovers Thousands in Unclaimed Money
Local Veteran Receives State Letter, Recovers Thousands in Unclaimed Money Gabriel Perez, a U.S. Army veteran, smiles in a casual portrait, embodying the stories of Californians who have recovered forgotten funds using the statewide informational hub and resources from ClaimNotify.org ClaimNotify.org consolidates updates, official resources, and step-by-step guides for unclaimed assets across the nation.
Latest Data Published by ClaimNotify Confirms Billions in Unclaimed Assets Across California Counties
A detailed county-level report of unclaimed assets is displayed on a screen in an office setting, representing the billions of dollars awaiting rightful owners across California. ClaimNotify.org consolidates updates, official resources, and step-by-step guides for unclaimed assets across the nation.
California Residents Urge Lawmakers to Allow Electronic Deposits for Unclaimed Asset Payments
California Residents Urge Lawmakers to Allow Electronic Deposits for Unclaimed Asset Payments Depicted: A formal California session inside legislative chamber with lawmakers pushing for change ClaimNotify.org consolidates updates, official resources, and step-by-step guides for unclaimed assets across the nation.
Clippers Waive Jordan Miller
The LA Clippers waived wing Jordan Miller. LA now has enough space under their first-apron hard cap to use the remainder of the Non-Taxpayer MLE, sign a veteran minimum deal and to ink a Second Round Pick Exception. Miller's contract was due to become partially guaranteed in mid-July. He was signed to a long-term deal last season, after starting the year on a two-way contract. Miller saw limited NBA action last season, but has performed well in the G League.
Boyd Gaming reports $991 million in Q1 revenue, advances construction of new casino projects
Boyd Gaming Corp. reported a strong financial start to 2025, announcing nearly $1 billion in revenue for the first quarter and signaling confidence in its ability to weather economic uncertainties tied to tariffs and construction costs. The Las Vegas-based casino operator generated $991.6 million in total revenue during the January–March period, with adjusted EBITDA rising to $309.4 million, compared to $303.3 million during the same quarter last year.
Electricity Update: Capacity Market Ruling
Two electricity producers successfully challenged decisions to exclude them from the Capacity Market auction scheduled in November 2024, in the cases of Kilshane Energy Ltd and Coolpowra BESS Ltd (the "applicants") v EirGrid plc and Commission for Regulation of Utilities ("CRU") (the "respondents") [2025] IEHC 174. Similar challenges were successful in Northern Ireland judicial review applications taken by EP Kilroot and Prime Power Generation in [2024] NIKB 102 (PDF, 535 KB).
Defamation Reform Back On The Legislative Agenda
Following on from the commitment to defamation reform in the Programme for Government 2025 – Securing Ireland's Future, the Government's Spring 2025 Legislation Programme places the enactment of the Defamation (Amendment) Bill 2024 (the "Bill") firmly back on the legislative agenda. The Bill, originally published in August 2024, had lapsed following the dissolution of the previous government in November 2024.
Defamation reform back on the legislative agenda
Following on from the commitment to defamation reform in the Programme for Government 2025 – Securing Ireland’s Future, the Government’s Spring 2025 Legislation Programme places the enactment of the Defamation (Amendment) Bill 2024 (the “Bill”) firmly back on the legislative agenda. The Bill, originally published in August 2024, had lapsed following the dissolution of the previous government in November 2024.
Corporate Enforcement Authority: Enhanced Enforcement And Supervision Powers
Section 66 of the Act inserts Section 793A into the Companies Act 2014 which creates a new category 2 criminal offence relating to obstructing or interfering with an officer of the CEA in the course of exercising a power conferred on them under the Companies Act 2014 or impeding an officer in the exercise of their power under the Companies Act 2014. The offence of obstruction would cover non-search warrant or non-production offences.
Army CID Investigators Deliver Presentation on Missing Soldier to Society of Volunteers Assisting with Cold Cases
13 QUANTICO, Va. – Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division’s Cold Case Unit recently delivered a presentation to a group of forensic experts and investigators who volunteer their time and expertise to assist law enforcement in solving difficult cold cases. Army CID’s Cold Case Unit focuses on unsolved cases that have exhausted all investigative leads.
Pistons Sign Devon Higgs, Sam Peek, Tolu Smith To Camp Deals
The Detroit Pistons have signed Devon Higgs, Sam Peek and Tolu Smith to training camp deals. Higgs appeared in 26 games last season in the G League, averaging 6.1 points and 4.0 rebounds in 20.3 minutes. Peek appeared in 21 games in the G League last season, averaging 5.1 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 18.9 minutes. Smith went undrafted this year out of Mississippi State. In five Summer League games with the Pistons, Smith averaged 11.0 points and 9.0 rebounds in 22.1 minutes.
Bocce tradition still strong in Valdese, Burke County NC
The chilly morning of Saturday, Sept. 14, ushered in the annual LPDA Invitational State Bocce Tournament in Valdese. The tournament is played on the three covered, state-of-the-art courts at the LPDA (Le Phare des Alpes) Clubhouse on Laurel Street in Valdese. Valdese has become a gathering place for aficionados of the sport from across North Carolina, with teams over recent years coming from places such as Raleigh, Asheville, Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Charlotte and Mooresville.
E.J. Harkless, Clippers Sign Camp Contract
The LA Clippers have signed E.J. Harkless to a training camp contract. Harkless is represented by Harrison Gaines and went undrafted in the 2023 NBA Draft out of UNLV. In five Summer League games with the Clippers, Harkless averaged 7.6 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 16.3 minutes. In 20 G League games last season with the Ontario Clippers, Harkless averaged 11.6 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 22.6 minutes.
Defamation Reform In Ireland - The Defamation (Amendment) Bill 2024
Ireland is on the verge of a significant overhaul in its defamation laws following the recent publication of the Defamation (Amendment) Bill 2024 (the "Bill"). As outlined in further detail in our in December 2023, the General Scheme of the Defamation (Amendment) Bill was unveiled in March 2023 and, in September 2023, the Houses of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Justice (the "Committee") produced a report on the General Scheme (the "Committee Report").
Defamation Reform in Ireland - The Defamation (Amendment) Bill 2024
Ireland is on the verge of a significant overhaul in its defamation laws following the recent publication of the Defamation (Amendment) Bill 2024 (the “Bill”). As outlined in further detail in our in December 2023, the General Scheme of the Defamation (Amendment) Bill was unveiled in March 2023 and, in September 2023, the Houses of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Justice (the “Committee”) produced a report on the General Scheme (the “Committee Report”).
Bucks Waive Jaylin Galloway From Two Way Deal
by John Wilmes Authenticity is hard to confirm in the haze of multi-billion, international entertainment products, but what's clear to all about Jaylen Brown is that he really does want to mess with your understanding of how the league works. by Jack Tien-Dana During the run-up to the Olympics, Joel Embiid indulged his worst, troll-ish impulses away from the court while struggling on it. To prove that he belongs with the GOATs, Embiid needs to learn to be part of the herd with Team USA.
Nuggets Sign Gabe McGlothan, Jaylin Williams To Training Camp Deals
The Denver Nuggets have signed Gabe McGlothan and Jaylin Williams to training camp deals. Both players were signed to Exhibit 10 deals, which are designed to see McGlothan and Williams land with the Grand Rapids Gold of the G League following the preseason. McGlothan went undrafted out of Grand Canyon University at the 2024 NBA Draft. The 6-foot-7 forward averaged 12.8 points and 7.3 rebounds per game for the Antelopes as a senior. Williams went undrafted out of Auburn at the 2024 NBA Draft.
Quenton Jackson, Pacers Sign Two-Way Contract
Quenton Jackson has re-signed with the Indiana Pacers on a two-way contract. Jackson joined Indiana in early March on a two-way deal. Jackson only appeared in three NBA games for the Pacers last season. In nine games with the Mad Ants of the G League, Jackson averaged 22.3 points on 55.6% shooting, 5.4 assists, 4.8 rebounds and 1.7 steals. At Summer League, the 6-foot-5 guard averaged 11.0 points on 62.5% shooting, including 45.5% from behind the arc.
Sasha Vezenkov Waived By Raptors, Gives Up Entire $6.6M Salary
The Toronto Raptors have waived Sasha Vezenkov after agreeing to a buyout in which he gave up his entire $6.6 million salary for the 24-25 season. The Raptors acquired Vezenkov in a trade with the Sacramento Kings in June. Vezenkov plans to sign a four-year deal with Olympiacos in Greece. Vezenkov is represented by George Roussakis and Mark Bartelstein. In 42 games with the Kings last season, Vezenkov averaged 5.4 points and 2.3 rebounds in 12.2 minutes.
Jackson Rowe, Warriors Sign Training Camp Contract
The Golden State Warriors have signed Jackson Rowe to a training camp contract. Rowe spent last season with the Santa Cruz Warriors of the G League. The 6-foot-7 forward averaged 12.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks for the G League Warriors. Rowe shot 51% from the field, 39% from behind the arc and 81% at the free throw line. Prior to signing in the G League, the 27-year-old Rowe played professionally for teams in France, Sweden, Canada and Germany.
Fitness & Probity: Report Published Following Independent Review
AC Arthur Cox More Arthur Cox is one of Ireland’s leading law firms. For almost 100 years, we have been at the forefront of developments in the legal profession in Ireland. Our practice encompasses all aspects of corporate and business law. The firm has offices in Dublin, Belfast, London, New York and Silicon Valley. The report arising from the independent review into the Central Bank of Ireland's (CBIs) fitness and probity (F&P) approval process was published yesterday, 11 July 2024.
Celtics, Ron Harper Jr Sign Training Camp Contract
The Boston Celtics have signed wing Ron Harper Jr. to a non-guaranteed training camp contract. Harper is currently playing Summer League with the Celtics. The 6-foot-6 wing was with the Toronto Raptors on a two-way contract for a season-plus. In 43 G League games in 2022-23, Harper averaged 17.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.3 blocks.
UK Ratification Of 2019 Hague Judgments Convention: More Streamlined Enforcement Of UK Judgments In Ireland From 1 July 2025
The UK ratified the Convention of 2 July 2019 on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Civil or Commercial Matters (the "2019 Convention") on 27 June 2024, facilitating more streamlined enforcement of UK judgments in Ireland from 1 July 2025 when it comes into force in the UK.
Pistons Waived Buddy Boeheim From Two Way Contract
The NBA has traded dynasties for day-traders, the caste system for hunger games. In a sport that crowns a new champion every season for six seasons in a row, everything seems possible. While trading for Mikal Bridges doesn't transform the Knicks on its own, it fits within the larger meta of how top teams are built. Superteams are passé. What counts is the infrastructure around your best player.
Knicks Acquire Mikal Bridges From Nets
#nba #offseason #trade The New York Knicks are all in on building a team that can defend and match the Boston Celtics. The Brooklyn Nets have leaned fully into a rebuild by trading their best player to their crosstown rivals. We’re also going to breakdown Brooklyn’s trade of future draft picks with the Houston Rockets here too. While these are two separate trades (the Nets-Rockets trade is already official), it’s unlikely that Brooklyn would have made one deal without making the other one.
Revolutionizing Medtech: The Latest Innovations Impacting Research and Development
Medtech is undergoing a rapid transformation driven by advancements in materials, technologies, and design techniques. These innovations are not only enhancing the functionality and safety of medical devices and wearables but also significantly improving patient outcomes. Contract manufacturers are at the forefront of these developments, leveraging cutting-edge resources to create next-generation medical device and wearables products.
Domantas Sabonis Records 50th Consecutive Double-Double
Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis has been on a roll since late-November. On November 29, in a loss to the LA Clippers, Sabonis put up 11 points, five rebounds and three assists. That was the last time this season that Sabonis hasn't had double figures in points and double figures in either rebounds or assists. In the Kings win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday, Sabonis recorded his 50th consecutive double-double.
Paving The Way For Irish Ratification Of The Unified Patent Court: Referendum To Be Held In June 2024
Earlier this year the Irish government announced that a constitutional referendum will take place in June 2024 on Ireland's participation in the Unified Patent Court ("UPC"). A bill to give practical effect to the proposed constitutional amendment, if it is passed, was published on 15 February 2024.
Paving the way for Irish Ratification of the Unified Patent Court: Referendum to be held in June 2024
Earlier this year the Irish government announced that a constitutional referendum will take place in June 2024 on Ireland’s participation in the Unified Patent Court (“UPC”). A bill to give practical effect to the proposed constitutional amendment, if it is passed, was published on 15 February 2024.
Future Of G League Ignite To Be Reassessed
The G League Ignite have struggled this season. After going 4-12 during the Showcase portion of the season, the Ignite are 2-19 in G League regular season. Those struggles, combined with a changing landscape for young players, has the NBA reassessing the future of the Ignite. NBA commissioner Adam Silver said that the NBA is now looking at the Ignite differently than when the program was created in 2020.
Adam Silver Says NBA Games Played Up, Injuries Down
At his annual All-Star Weekend media availability, NBA commissioner Adam Silver was asked if it is time to sever the link between NBA awards and Designated Player (so-called Super Max) contracts. The context was related to some players being vocal with their displeasure about the new 65-game rule to be eligible for various NBA awards. Silver said he's unsure if it is time to disconnect the awards from the contracts. He said that's something that will have to be discussed with the NBPA.
Boyd Gaming reports record revenue of $3.7B in full-year 2023, driven by online segment
Boyd Gaming has unveiled its Q4 2023 earnings report, reaching $954.4 million in revenue during the period, an increase of 3.4% from the same period last year, this was due to growth in the online segment. Meanwhile, for the full year 2023, the company reported revenues of $3.7 billion, up 5.2% year-on-year and an all-time high.
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