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Sealed Container Defense Shields Retailers from Liability for Latent Defects
The Court of Appeals’ decision in Weaver v. AMV Holdings, LLC reinforces a core principle of North Carolina products‑liability law: downstream retailers and distributors are protected by the sealed container defense when alleged product defects are hidden and undiscoverable….By: Cranfill Sumner LLP
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Iran Live Updates: Israel Begins ‘Broad Wave of Strikes’ on Iran’s Infrastructure
The U.S. announced the names of four soldiers who were killed by an Iranian drone on Sunday. The leader of the U.S. Central Command said more than 50,000 troops, 200 fighters, two aircraft carriers and bombers were participating in the fighting.
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Israel Seizes Chance to Crush Hezbollah and Remake Mideast Amid Iran War
With the war against Iran underway, and the U.S. military as a powerful ally, the Israeli government is seizing its chance to move against other adversaries.
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U.S. Hunts for Militants as the Nigerian Military Is Accused of Inaction
The country has one of the most feared armed forces in Africa, yet within its own borders, it has repeatedly failed to stop abductions and attacks.
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In Myanmar, Junta Leader Eyes the Title of President
The military ruler of Myanmar, Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, is expected to seek a civilian post to add a veneer of legitimacy after sham elections.
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U.S. Attacks on Iran Test Fragile Truce With China
Beijing has condemned the U.S.-backed strikes on Iran, a close partner. Yet with trade talks looming, it is unlikely to risk a rupture with Washington.
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The Mysteries of Dorothy Vallens: On Isabella Rossellini in “Blue Velvet”
Isabella Rossellini’s legacy is primarily tied to her role as Dorothy Vallens in “Blue Velvet.” Vallens is deliciously captivating and elusive, like the best characters in film noir, and she eschews rational, clear interpretations as we delve further into her mystery. Rossellini remains proud of what she accomplished as Vallens, and considers it the most…
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An Anatomy of a Fleece: Why “Heated Rivalry” Fans Have Latched Onto its Very Canadian Jacket
“Heated Rivalry” has pretty much had us in a collective chokehold over the past few months. Series leads Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams have quickly shot to superstardom. We’re still scratching the surface at what a show like “Heated Rivalry” could do to address professional sports’ culture of toxicity in an environment where pro athletes…
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Skill and Dedication: Nelson Pressley on Fonda on Film: The Political Movies of Jane Fonda
Nelson Pressley’s Fonda on Film: The Political Movies of Jane Fonda is a meticulously researched and insightful examination of a performer who, despite decades of respect and awards for the quality of her work as an actress and filmmaker, her films were still too often eclipsed in the public eye by her political activism. While…
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Long Live Bonnie Bennett, the Real Star of “The Vampire Diaries”
The phenomenon of the Beloved Side Character is one that I’ve always had a great time with. While the main characters anchor a TV show, the side characters who surround them add color, context, and conflict to the story. Frequently, side characters end up being the fan favorites, elevating them to a main character by…
