The AM Roundup: Avon, Patent Wars, Freeh, More13 Feb 2012

Law Blog rounds up the morning's news. More......

Godparents would have custody... Is that still the case in Catholic families?13 Feb 2012

When I was growing up it was understood that your godparents would have custody of you if something happened to your parents. Is that still the case in Catholic families or is it just more of an honorary title?...

Murder trial of ex-U.Va. lax player enters week 2 (AP)13 Feb 2012

AP - The trial of a former University of Virginia lacrosse player charged with killing his ex-girlfriend is entering its second week after testimony that portrayed the couple's relationship as volatile. Prosecutors are scheduled to resume building t...

Chinese city forced into property U-turn13 Feb 2012

Wuhu has had to backtrack on plans to boost its beleaguered real estate market, after Beijing sent an inspection team More......

United Keystone cops? -- Security camera confusion leads to hilarious pursuit13 Feb 2012

I have all respect in the world for policemen in the UK so please take this as a lighthearted moment to start your day. A cop in the UK was being directed by others watching a CCTV camera on a suspicious person loitering in the area. He could neve...

Doings Health Calendar for Feb. 9 - The Doings Oak Brook8 Feb 2012

Doings Health Calendar for Feb. 9The Doings Oak BrookACT II, an Adventist Midwest Health program for adults 50 and older, offers exercise, social and health-care topics to the community. There are no dues. The activities are open to members and nonmembers; some activities have fees, but many are free.and more »

MPs debate Intellectual Property - DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)8 Feb 2012

MPs debate Intellectual PropertyDeHavilland (press release) (subscription)She asked when the Government planned to fully implement all the measures of the Digital Economy Act, and if there were plans to look more widely at IP issues such as patent law and the role that IP played in standardisation, particularly in light of ...and more »

The Causes of the Uprising in Northern Mali - Think Africa Press7 Feb 2012

The Causes of the Uprising in Northern MaliThink Africa PressThe northeast of Mali then became a no-go area ruled by martial law. The 1970s and 1980s were decades of extreme drought and suffering in the region that saw many thousands of Kel Tamasheq flee their homelands and take refuge in the neighbouring ...and more »

Community Calendar for Feb. 5 - Lincolnwood Review5 Feb 2012

Community Calendar for Feb. 5Lincolnwood ReviewFor schedule information or to schedule a free trial class visit oldtownschool.org or call (773) 728-6000. Club Maccabee is a free children's club for students in kindergarten- through fifth-grade that combines fun and games with Hebrew, ...and more »

I Am Ashamed To Be English - Vitalfootball4 Feb 2012

I Am Ashamed To Be EnglishVitalfootballBy law, because the trial hasn't happened, right now, and during Euro 2012, he is INNOCENT. Therefore, if he is unequivocally innocent, why the hell is he being punished?? it's so wrong, it's almost laughable. In fact, other countries must be laughing ...and more »