Weinstein Win Could Offer Marginal Fallout on MeToo Momentum
The New York Court of Appeals overturned part of Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 conviction, ruling that testimony about prior bad acts should not have been admitted. The decision cites unfair prejudice from allegations not tied to the charges, while noting Weinstein still faces California charges and remains imprisoned.
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MeToo lessons from Weinstein and Cosby cases
Washington Post columnist Kathleen Parker argues that crediting legal standards and evidentiary rules matters in high profile sex crime cases. She notes judges may admit broader testimony, impacting appeals, and stresses the need for victims to document evidence promptly while warning perpetrators of consequences.
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Prestige and protest collide at elite universities
Washington Post columnist George Will laments campus extremism and dwindling study habits at Columbia and other elite schools. He cites antisemitic encampments, pro Hamas lectures, rising endowments, and grade inflation as factors eroding national trust in higher education.
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Nostalgia about food and memories from D L Stewart
Nostalgia misleads about past meals with praise for dishes like stuffed peppers and a Romanian Stew. The author recalls recipes from his mother and stepfather, highlights failures, and concludes past lives may not have been better than today. Contact details follow.
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Comedian Jerry Seinfeld Turns 70 Today
AP notes Jerry Seinfeld born 1954 celebrates 70th birthday. Also lists other figures aged and notes Day-Lewis three leading actor Oscars record and a Baltimore attendance-free 2015 game amid protests.
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