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Why has a Fort Collins business drawn pro-Palestinian protests? A look at its ties to bombs used by Israel.

Demonstrators who held a "die-in" outside a Fort Collins-based defense contractor over the weekend were motivated by purported connections between Woodward and a component of a bomb dropped by Israel on a camp in Rafah in late May. Here's a look at those ties.






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How it happened: Broncos lose to Raiders, finish with seventh straight losing season

Live updates, tweets, photos, analysis and more from the Denver Broncos' NFL Week 18 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada, on January 7, 2024.




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Kiszla: The Broncos have no quarterback, no draft capital, no salary-cap flexibility and no real hope

After not only losing, but getting bullied in a 27-14 manhandling by the hated Raiders, Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton tried to scrawl a smiley face on this mess.




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Kickin it with Kiz Podcast: What Bill Belichick, Nick Saban exits say about what Sean Payton has to do in Broncos Country

In the latest edition of the Kickin' it with Kiz podcast, sports columnist Mark Kiszla reflects on a pair of coaching legends calling it quits in the same week.




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Kickin’ It with Kiz: The Broncos got 99 problems, but cornerback Pat Surtain II ain’t one

Not only is Pat Surtain II the best player on the Broncos, he is the only guy in the locker room walking a clear path to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Mark Kiszla writes.




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Sony’s Access controller for the PlayStation aims to make gaming easier for people with disabilities

Playing video games has long been a challenge for many people with disabilities, since the traditional controllers for the PlayStation, Xbox or Nintendo can be difficult or even impossible to maneuver when a person has limited mobility. Losing the ability to play doesn’t just mean the loss of a favorite pastime — it can also exacerbate social isolation for a community that already experiences it at far higher rates than the general population. Sony’s new Access Controller, developed with input from accessibility consultants, aims to change that.




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The Hollywood strikes are over. Here’s when you could see your favorite stars and shows return

Missed your favorite actors? After nearly four months of striking, they’re coming back. Wednesday’s deal between striking actors and studios and streaming services won’t immediately restore filming to its full swing. That will take months. But the tentative agreement that both sides say include extraordinary provisions means that more than six months of labor strife in the film and television industries is drawing to a close. Soon, tens of thousands of entertainment sector workers could get back to work. And popular franchises like “Deadpool,” “Abbott Elementary” and “The Last of Us” will be a step closer to returning to screens.





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CSU gave Avery Morrow a second chance after his assault conviction. And Rams’ top running back is making most of it

A judge also ordered Avery Morrow to do 200 hours of community service and pay restitution and fees.







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Bitcoin neared $90,000 in a new record high. What to know about crypto’s post-election rally

As money continues to pour into crypto following Donald Trump’s victory last week, bitcoin has climbed to yet another record high.




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Denver judge lets road-rage murder prosecution continue despite paralegal’s comments

Nicholas Moodley’s attorneys argued the charges had to be dismissed after a paralegal who worked in the Denver DA’s office told one of Moodley’s friends that prosecutors believed they’d “got it wrong."




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Stripped of qualified immunity, Colorado police officers turn to common law to seek protection from lawsuits

Civil rights attorneys say the fallback to common law is designed to keep law enforcement officers immune from civil claims despite the 2020 reforms.




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Texas man who murdered Colorado girlfriend after attempted breakup sentenced to life in prison without parole

After a multi-week trial that started in October, an Adams County jury found Ricardo Perales-Cordero guilty of murder in less than two hours, court officials said.




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1 dead, 4 taken to hospital after unexplained odor at Denver home

Firefighters responded to a single-family home in Green Valley Ranch Tuesday morning after residents called 911 and reported difficulty breathing, a Denver Fire spokesman said.




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NFL Arbitration–“A Secret, Rigged, Kangaroo Court”

I was delighted to join an amicus brief filed last week by Professor Imre Szalai in the Flores v NFL (and several teams) bemoaning the current state of the NFL arbitration system where Commissioner Roger Goodell has the final say.  You might recall that former coach Brian Flores has sued several NFL teams for racial … Continue reading NFL Arbitration–“A Secret, Rigged, Kangaroo Court”




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Ava Abramowitz on Making Words Matter

Many of us know Ava Abramowitz, a retired Professorial Lecturer in Law at George Washington. She recently gave a presentation at the Garibaldi Inn of Court, “Making Words Matter.”  The communication behaviors discussed in her presentation can give mediators, lawyers, disputants and litigants more tools to communicate. and in the process, help them develop additional … Continue reading Ava Abramowitz on Making Words Matter




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Disney+ to Disney World “Infinite” Arbitration Clause

Some of you may have seen the news articles (e.g., here and here) in the past day or so reporting on a motion to compel arbitration brought by Disney lawyers in a Florida state court wrongful death case. The widow of a woman who suffered a fatal allergic reaction at a Disney World restaurant is … Continue reading Disney+ to Disney World “Infinite” Arbitration Clause




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American Arbitration Association, Suffolk Law and ODR.com Launch Online Dispute Resolution Innovation Clinic

Partnership aims to transform access to family law dispute resolution for underserved communities The American Arbitration Association and Suffolk University Law School are launching a pioneering Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Innovation Clinic. This initiative combines Suffolk Law’s expertise in legal technology and clinical education with the AAA’s leadership in alternative dispute resolution innovation, technology, and … Continue reading American Arbitration Association, Suffolk Law and ODR.com Launch Online Dispute Resolution Innovation Clinic




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Journal of Dispute Resolution Writing Competition – September 6 Deadline

From my colleague, Rachel Wechsler: The Journal of Dispute Resolution is seeking articles related to labor and employment dispute resolution for its 2024 Writing Competition. The winners will be published in the Winter 2025 Issue of the Journal of Dispute Resolution. Writers should send submissions to umclawjournal@umsystem.edu with the subject line “2024 Writing Competition.” The … Continue reading Journal of Dispute Resolution Writing Competition – September 6 Deadline



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Georgetown’s Ariel Eckblad to Deliver Moritz’s 2024 Lawrence Lecture

Ohio State’s Program on Dispute Resolution is thrilled to invite you to the 2024 Lawrence Lecture on Dispute Resolution featuring Georgetown Law Professor Ariel Eckblad!  Register here: https://go.osu.edu/eckblad. Scheduled for Tuesday September 17 (beginning at 12:10 eastern), Professor Eckblad will present “The Water We Swim In: Negotiating Power and Possibility”. Here is a brief description: … Continue reading Georgetown’s Ariel Eckblad to Deliver Moritz’s 2024 Lawrence Lecture




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AAA’s Diverse Student ADR Summit

Posting on behalf of the AAA: I am writing to inform you of a wonderful opportunity for second and third year law students.  On November 9 and 10, 2024 the American Arbitration Association is holding its Annual Diverse Student ADR Summit in New York.  For more information click here.  Accepted students will receive a scholarship for up … Continue reading AAA’s Diverse Student ADR Summit




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New Mediation Syllabi on DRLE Website

There are many new mediation syllabi on the DRLE website. There now are two pages for these syllabi.  One page is for courses focused on the perspective of neutrals and the other focused on the perspective of representatives in mediation.  Both webpages have separate sections for simulation and clinical courses. The webpages include a lot … Continue reading New Mediation Syllabi on DRLE Website




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New Edition of Michael Lang’s Book on Reflective Practice

Pioneering family mediator Michael Lang just released the second edition of his book, The Guide to Reflective Practice in Conflict Resolution.  He provided an account of his development as a mediator as one of the Ten Real Mediation Systems.  He is the co-director of the Reflective Practice Institute International. Michael’s book builds on Donald Schön’s … Continue reading New Edition of Michael Lang’s Book on Reflective Practice







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Renck & File: Is it time to start asking if Gabe Landeskog will ever skate for Avs again?

The Avs captain has missed two consecutive seasons because of his right knee and recently had a setback in his rehabilitation that required him to stop skating.




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Get Inspired by BET's Previous Humanitarian Award Winners



Watch Dwyane Wade, Don Cheadle and more accept the honor.




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J. White Did It on Working with Megan Thee Stallion



The producer aspires to be the Dr. Dre for female rappers.




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The City Girls have an impressive Werk History



The City Girls bond is essential to their success.




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When Quality And Quantity Merge, Chris Brown Delivers



Ever since 2005, Brown delivers flawlessly.




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Weekend Movie Marathon: Taraji P. Henson Holds It Down Again



What a force!



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Flicks of the Week: Chadwick Boseman Knocks It Out The Park



"42" premieres on Tuesday, July 7 at 6P/5C.



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Flicks of the Week: Tyrese and Taraji Reunited in 'Baby Boy'



The original, hood 'Cookie' and 'Lucious!'



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Weekend Movie Marathon: LeToya Luckett Tests Her Faith



Watch "Preacher's Kid," then a new season of Sunday Best.



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Weekend Movie Marathon: A Film Trip With Tyler Perry



The director takes us to a few dark and funny places.



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Weekend Movie Marathon: Taraji P. Henson's New Attitude



She stars in "I Can Do Bad All By Myself," Sat. at 8P/7C.



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Flicks of the Week: Will Smith TKOs Another Role



Yes!



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Weekend Movie Marathon: Martin and Will Smith Reunite



Two of the world's funniest men reconnect.



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Movies to Watch While the Itis Kicks In



Take it easy, peeps.



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Weekend Movie Marathon: Chill With Loretta Devine



BET-flix and chill with the legendary actress.



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Weekend Movie Marathon: Snowed In With Chris Brown



Netflix and chill on fleek!



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Weekend Movie Marathon: A Trip to Emerald City



Ready to ease on down the road?



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10 Reasons Lupita Will Always Epitomize #BlackGirlMagic



A fairy grows wings each time Lupita appears.



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