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As we look ahead to the 250th anniversary—the semiquincentennial—of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, communities and commissions across the United States are asking big questions: How should we commemorate this historic milestone?
What's the right balance between celebration and education? And how can this moment bring people together across political divides, generational gaps, and complex histories? To explore these questions, I've invited my friend, colleague, and Clio Digital Media co-founder Karin Wulf to guest host a special conversation with two people who are leading the way: Gregg Amore, Chair of the Rhode Island 250 Commission, and Carly Fiorina, Chair of the Virginia 250 Commission. Together, they reveal how their states are planning commemorative programs that center civic engagement, local storytelling, and inclusive history—and how the 250th can be more than a moment. It can be a spark. Karin's Website | Book |Show Notes: https://www.benfranklinsworld.com/427 EPISODE OUTLINE00:00:00  Introduction00:01:10  Welcome & Episode Overview00:04:45  Guest Introductions00:07:32 Virginia & Rhode Island's Commemorative Plans00:11:21 State Efforts and Collaborations00:16:32 Engaging Young People00:20:11 Educational Initiatives00:22:13 Ken Burns's The American Revolution00:24:30 Navigating the Political Climate00:32:05 Reflections on the Bicentennial00:35:00 Challenges to Achieving Commemorative Goals00:42:51 Conclusion and Future Opportunities00:46:53 Final ThoughtsRECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODES

Clement Manyathela and the listeners discuss the appearance of Former Ekurhuleni City Manager, Dr Imogen Mashazi before the Madlanga Commission. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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durée : 00:03:41 - Sous les radars - par : Sébastien LAUGENIE - C'était il y a un an, à Nzérékoré, une finale de football tournait au drame à la suite d'une bousculade à la sortie du match. Le bilan était de 56 morts selon le chiffre officiel. Plusieurs familles de défunt ont porté plainte. Mais elles n'ont aucune nouvelle de la justice et du gouvernement. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

durée : 00:03:41 - Sous les radars - par : Sébastien LAUGENIE - C'était il y a un an, à Nzérékoré, une finale de football tournait au drame à la suite d'une bousculade à la sortie du match. Le bilan était de 56 morts selon le chiffre officiel. Plusieurs familles de défunt ont porté plainte. Mais elles n'ont aucune nouvelle de la justice et du gouvernement. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

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durée : 00:03:41 - Sous les radars - par : Sébastien LAUGENIE - C'était il y a un an, à Nzérékoré, une finale de football tournait au drame à la suite d'une bousculade à la sortie du match. Le bilan était de 56 morts selon le chiffre officiel. Plusieurs familles de défunt ont porté plainte. Mais elles n'ont aucune nouvelle de la justice et du gouvernement. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

Vous aimez notre peau de caste ? Soutenez-nous ! https://www.lenouvelespritpublic.fr/abonnementUne émission de Philippe Meyer, enregistrée au studio l'Arrière-boutique le 28 novembre 2025.Avec cette semaine :Nicolas Baverez, essayiste et avocat.François Bujon de l'Estang, ambassadeur de France.Marc-Olivier Padis, directeur des études de la fondation Terra Nova.Richard Werly, correspondant à Paris du quotidien helvétique en ligne Blick.REDRESSEMENT ITALIEN, DÉCLIN FRANÇAIS : UN PARALLÈLE EN TROMPE-L'ŒILAlors que la France s'enfonce dans la dette, l'Italie redresse ses dépenses publiques. Le 2 octobre, le gouvernement d' « union des droites » de Giorgia Meloni a approuvé les dernières prévisions financières pour fin 2025 : le déficit serait ramené autour de 3% du PIB, ouvrant la porte à une sortie de la procédure pour déficit excessif engagée par la Commission européenne. L'Italie est devenue la quatrième puissance exportatrice mondiale se classant derrière l'Allemagne, elle devance désormais la Corée du Sud. En 2014, elle était classée au septième rang.Ces résultats ne doivent pas occulter une dette italienne restée à des niveaux très préoccupants (140% du PIB). De plus, le redressement financier de l'Italie est facilité par les effets du plan de relance européen décidé durant la crise sanitaire de 2020-2022, particulièrement généreux pour Rome (avec 194 milliards d'euros perçus, le pays est le premier bénéficiaire du dispositif). Une dette souveraine qui n'a pas empêché le 19 septembre l'agence de notation Fitch d'en relever la note à BBB+, quelques jours après avoir abaissé celle de la France à A+, donnant l'impression que les courbes, entre les deux pays, étaient destinées à se croiser, le redressement italien ne faisant que mettre en lumière, par contraste, l'affaiblissement des positions de la France.L'économie italienne conserve de grandes fragilités structurelles, notamment une productivité atone, une croissance en berne et une crise démographique qui ne cesse de s'aggraver, notamment par le départ à l'étranger des Italiens diplômés. Le pays connait une productivité du travail faible, estimée par l'OCDE à 65,60 € par heure en 2024, soit beaucoup moins que la France (90,86€). Deuxième puissance manufacturière d'Europe, l'Italie arrive seulement quatorzième dans le classement des pays membres les plus innovants en 2025, selon la Commission, tandis que le climat social se détériore. Le recul du chômage de 7,8% en 2022 à 6% en 2024 cache une augmentation du nombre de travailleurs pauvres et un temps partiel contraint qui frappe d'abord les femmes. Dans ces circonstances, le nombre de familles en situation de pauvreté absolue se maintient au-dessus de 8 millions, quand le taux de population à risque de pauvreté est de 23,1% en 2024. De plus, une étude d'octobre 2024 menée par plusieurs universités analysant les données de la Banque centrale européenne a mis en évidence le caractère profondément inégalitaire du système fiscal italien. Les principaux avantages fiscaux y seraient ainsi concentrés entre les mains des 7% des plus riches, dont le taux moyen d'imposition se révèle inférieur à celui des classes moyennes moins favorisées.En dépit de ces faiblesses, 39% des Italiens, selon le baromètre publié en février 2025 par le Centre de recherches politiques de Sciences Po, déclarent faire confiance à la politique, contre 26% des Français. L'Italie, il est vrai, connait depuis trois ans, contrairement à la France, une stabilité gouvernementale inédite.LE PLAN DE PAIX DE TRUMP POUR L'UKRAINELe 18 novembre, un plan de paix en Ukraine, détaillé en 28 points a sidéré les Ukrainiens et les Européens, tant cette esquisse inacceptable à leurs yeux était alignée sur les positions russes. Il stipule notamment que la Crimée (annexée par la Russie en 2014) ainsi que Louhansk et Donetsk seront « reconnues comme russes de facto, y compris par les Etats-Unis ». Il évoque aussi la création d'une « zone tampon démilitarisée » et neutre dans la partie de l'oblast de Donetsk contrôlée par l'Ukraine, qui serait « internationalement reconnue comme territoire appartenant à la Fédération de Russie », mais où les forces russes n'entreraient pas. Il y est énoncé encore que l'Ukraine devrait renoncer à son projet d'adhérer à l'OTAN et réduire à 600.000 soldats ses forces armées. Il ouvre la voie à une amnistie générale, y compris pour les crimes de guerre dont est accusé le dirigeant russe, Vladimir Poutine, ainsi qu'à une levée progressive des sanctions occidentales, voire à un retour de la Russie dans le G8.Les négociations entreprises dimanche à Genève, entre les conseillers à la sécurité nationale américains, ukrainiens et européens, ont permis de remodeler le plan Trump et de le nettoyer de ses aspects les plus problématiques. Sur les 28 points initiaux, il n'en restait plus que 19 lundi. Certains paragraphes ont été tout simplement rayés, comme la suggestion de réintégrer la Russie dans le G8, ou d'offrir la possibilité pour les Etats-Unis d'utiliser les actifs russes gelés, majoritairement détenus dans des pays européens, afin de financer l'effort de reconstruction. Les mentions concernant directement les intérêts européens, comme les sanctions, la perspective que l'Ukraine adhère à l'Union européenne ou qu'elle n'intègre jamais l'OTAN ont été remises à plus tard. Ce nouveau plan en 19 points n'est pas définitif. Divers ajustements et précisions doivent encore être négociées dans les coulisses, avant d'être soumis à la Russie. Mais la copie paraît désormais acceptable à la fois aux Ukrainiens, aux Américains et aux Européens. Il n'est plus question pour Kyiv de renoncer aux territoires conquis par la Russie, ni d'établir une zone tampon sur son sol mais de proposer un armistice sur la ligne de front actuelle qui serait gelée. Il n'est plus envisagé de réduire par deux la taille de l'armée ukrainienne. « Beaucoup de choses justes ont été prises en compte » à Genève, a observé Volodymyr Zelensky, lundi, indiquant qu'il négociera lui-même avec Donald Trump les points les plus sensibles laissés de côté, lors d'une rencontre dont la date est incertaine. En écho, Vladimir Poutine a déclaré jeudi que « les combats cesseront » quand l'armée ukrainienne « quittera les territoires qu'elle occupe » (= les régions revendiquées par Moscou) et qu'il ne peut pas y avoir d'accord de paix car le gouvernement ukrainien n'est pas légitime.Chaque semaine, Philippe Meyer anime une conversation d'analyse politique, argumentée et courtoise, sur des thèmes nationaux et internationaux liés à l'actualité. Pour en savoir plus : www.lenouvelespritpublic.frHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The Activists and Citizens Forum has described alleged criminal cartel kingpin, Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala's appearance before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee, as a waste of time and tax payer money. This comes after Matlala concluded his 2 days of testimony before the committee as members of Parliament investigate allegations of corruption and political interference in the country's justice system. The Forum has also accused Matlala of misdirecting the interaction with Parliamentarians with the aim to protect people who are behind his lavish lifestyle. The committee, has wound up it's work foreo this year but will continue until the 20th of February next year. For a look at what the committee has been able to achieve since it's inception, Jon Gericke spoke to political analyst, Professor Bheki Mngomezulu and Acting Director of the Center for Security, Peace and Conflict Resolution at Nelson Mandela University, Prof Ntsikelelo Breakfast

Chroniqueurs :Antonin André, chef du service politique du JDDVictor Eyraud, journaliste politique à Valeurs ActuellesHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Chroniqueurs :Raphaël Stainville, directeur adjoint de la rédaction du JDDEliott Mamane, chroniqueur politiquHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Débatteurs :Thomas Bonnet, journaliste politique CNewsGeorges Fenech, ancien magistratHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

"Antibody–drug conjugates (ADCs) have three basic parts: the antibody part, the cytotoxic chemo, and the linker that connects the two. First, the antibody part binds to the target on the surface of the cell. Antibodies can be designed to bind to proteins with a very high level of specificity. That's what gives it the targeted portion. Then the whole thing gets taken up by the cell and broken down, which releases the chemotherapy part. Some sources will call this the 'payload' or the 'warhead.'  That's the part that's attached to the 'heat-seeking' part, and that's what causes the cell death," Kenneth Tham, PharmD, BCOP, clinical pharmacist in general oncology at the University of Washington Medicine and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, WA, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about antibody–drug conjugates. Music Credit: "Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Earn 0.5 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by November 28, 2026. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to the mechanism of action of antibody–drug conjugates. Episode Notes  Complete this evaluation for free NCPD. ONS Podcast™ episodes: Pharmacology 101 series Episode 303: Cancer Symptom Management Basics: Ocular Toxicities Episode 283: Desensitization Strategies to Reintroduce Treatment After an Infusion-Related Reaction ONS Voice articles: An Oncology Nurse's Guide to Cancer-Related Ocular Toxicities Antibody–Drug Conjugates Join the Best of Two Worlds Into One New Treatment Nursing Management of Adverse Events From Enfortumab Vedotin Therapy for Urothelial Cancer Oncology Nurses' Role in Translating Biomarker Testing Results The Pharmacist's Role in Combination Cancer Treatments ONS Voice drug reference sheets: Belantamab mafodotin-blmf Datopotamab deruxtecan-dlnk Enfortumab vedotin Fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki ONS book: Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice (second edition) ONS course: ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration™ Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing articles: Antibody–Drug Conjugates and Ocular Toxicity: Nursing, Patient, and Organizational Implications for Care Nurse-Led Grading of Antineoplastic Infusion-Related Reactions: A Call to Action Other ONS resources: Antineoplastic Administration Huddle Card Biomarker Database Chemotherapy Huddle Card Monoclonal Antibodies Huddle Card Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC) antibody–drug conjugates page Drugs@FDA Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) National Cancer Institute cancer drugs page Network for Collaborative Oncology Development and Advancement (NCODA) clinical resource library ACCC/HOPA/NCODA/ONS Patient Education Sheets website To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.  To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org Highlights From This Episode "The mechanism of action of the chemo itself depends on what agent or what 'warhead' is attached. Generally, [ADCs] have some kind of cytotoxic mechanism related to many of the chemotherapies that we use in practice, without attachment to the antibody. Some of them can be microtubule inhibitors, vinca alkaloids like vincristine. Some of them can be topoisomerase I (TOP1) inhibitors like irinotecan. Some can be alkylating agents that cause DNA breaks. So, again, looking back at the arsenal we have of cytotoxic chemo, these can all be incorporated into the ADCs." TS 5:54 "I want to talk about a case where the biomarker is being tested, but the biomarker isn't the target that you're looking for. One good case of this is a newer agent that was approved called datopotamab deruxtecan. The datopotamab portion is specific to a target called 'trophoblast cell surface antigen 2' (TROP2), which is expressed on the surface of many epithelial cancers. This agent was first approved in hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer, and received accelerated approval in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with an EGFR mutation. ... The antibody looks for a target, TROP2. But in both of these cases—in the breast cancer and the NSCLC—you're testing for expression of different mutations or lack thereof. You're not looking for expression of TROP2. There's more research that needs to be done about the relationship between TROP2 expression and the presence or absence of these other biomarkers, but until we know more, we're actually testing for biomarkers that aren't the target of the ADC." TS 10:22 "There are common adverse advents to antibodies and chemo in general. Because we have both of these components, we want to watch out for the adverse effects of both of them. Antibodies, as with most proteins, can trigger an immune response or an infusion reaction. So, many ADCs can also cause hypersensitivity or infusion reactions. The rates of that are really variable and depend on the actual antibodies themselves. Then you have the cytotoxic component, the chemotherapy component, which has its own characteristic side effects. So, if we think of general chemo side effects—fatigue, nausea, bone marrow suppression, alopecia—these can [occur] with a lot of ADCs as well." TS 15:34 "The rate of ocular toxicity in [mirvetuximab soravtansine] is quite high. The manufacturer reports that this can occur in up to 60% of patients. With rates so high, the manufacturer recommends a preventive strategy. For this particular agent, [they] recommend patients have required eyecare. ... This ocular toxicity is something we do see in other ADCs that don't have the same target and don't necessarily have the same payload component. For example, tisotumab vedotin and again, datopotamab deruxtecan, can both cause ocular toxicities and both would have required ocular supportive care." TS 20:08 "Overall, I feel like the future is incredibly bright for these agents. There have only been around a dozen therapies approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) despite this idea—the first agent came out in 2000. So, 25 years later, there are only around a dozen FDA-approved treatments. But there are so many more that are coming through the pipeline. And as we're discovering more biomarkers and developing more specialized antibodies, it's only natural that more ADCs will follow." TS 26:50

I am Rolf Claessen and together with my co-host Ken Suzan I am welcoming you to episode 169 of our podcast IP Fridays! Today's interview guest is Prof. Aloys Hüttermann, co-founder of my patent law firm Michalski Hüttermann & Partner and a true expert on the Unified Patent Court. He has written several books about the new system and we talk about all the things that plaintiffs and defendants can learn from the first decisions of the court and what they mean for strategic decisions of the parties involved. But before we jump into this very interesting interview, I have news for you! The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is planning rule changes that would make it virtually impossible for third parties to challenge invalid patents before the patent office. Criticism has come from the EFF and other inventor rights advocates: the new rules would play into the hands of so-called non-practicing entities (NPEs), as those attacked would have few cost-effective ways to have questionable patents deleted. The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) reports a new record in international patent applications: in 2024, around 3.7 million patent applications were filed worldwide – an increase of 4.9% over the previous year. The main drivers were Asian countries (China alone accounted for 1.8 million), while demand for trademark protection has stabilized after the pandemic decline. US rapper Eminem is taking legal action in Australia against a company that sells swimwear under the name “Swim Shady.” He believes this infringes on his famous “Slim Shady” brand. The case illustrates that even humorous allusions to well-known brand names can lead to legal conflicts. A new ruling by the Unified Patent Court (UPC) demonstrates its cross-border impact. In “Fujifilm v. Kodak,” the local chamber in Mannheim issued an injunction that extends to the UK despite Brexit. The UPC confirmed its jurisdiction over the UK parts of a European patent, as the defendant Kodak is based in a UPC member state. A dispute over standard patents is looming at the EU level: the Legal Affairs Committee (JURI) of the European Parliament voted to take the European Commission to the European Court of Justice. The reason for this is the Commission’s controversial withdrawal of a draft regulation on the licensing of standard-essential patents (SEPs). Parliament President Roberta Metsola is to decide by mid-November whether to file the lawsuit. In trademark law, USPTO Director Squires reported on October 31, 2025, that a new unit (“Trademark Registration Protection Office”) had removed approximately 61,000 invalid trademark applications from the registries. This cleanup of the backlog relieved the examining authority and accelerated the processing of legitimate applications. Now let's jump into the interview with Aloys Hüttermann: The Unified Patent Court Comes of Age – Insights from Prof. Aloys Hüttermann The Unified Patent Court (UPC) has moved from a long-discussed project to a living, breathing court system that already shapes patent enforcement in Europe. In a recent IP Fridays interview, Prof. Aloys Hüttermann – founder and equity partner at Michalski · Hüttermann & Partner and one of the earliest commentators on the UPC – shared his experiences from the first years of practice, as well as his view on how the UPC fits into the global patent litigation landscape. This article summarises the key points of that conversation and is meant as an accessible overview for in-house counsel, patent attorneys and business leaders who want to understand what the UPC means for their strategy. How Prof. Hüttermann Became “Mr. UPC” Prof. Hüttermann has been closely involved with the UPC for more than a decade. When it became clear, around 13 years ago, that the European project of a unified patent court and a unitary patent was finally going to happen, he recognised that this would fundamentally change patent enforcement in Europe. He started to follow the legislative and political developments in detail and went beyond mere observation. As author and editor of several books and a major commentary on the UPC, he helped shape the discussion around the new system. His first book on the UPC appeared in 2016 – years before the court finally opened its doors in 2023. What fascinated him from the beginning was the unique opportunity to witness the creation of an entirely new court system, to analyse how it would be built and, where possible, to contribute to its understanding and development. It was clear to him that this system would be a “game changer” for European patent enforcement. UPC in the Global Triangle: Europe, the US and China In practice, most international patent disputes revolve around three major regions: the UPC territory in Europe, the United States and China. Each of these regions has its own procedural culture, cost structure and strategic impact. From a territorial perspective, the UPC is particularly attractive because it can, under the right conditions, grant pan-European injunctions that cover a broad range of EU Member States with a single decision. This consolidation of enforcement is something national courts in Europe simply cannot offer. From a cost perspective, the UPC is significantly cheaper than US litigation, especially if one compares the cost of one UPC action with a bundle of separate national cases in large European markets. When viewed against the territorial reach and procedural speed, the “bang for the buck” is very compelling. China is again a different story. The sheer volume of cases there is enormous, with tens of thousands of patent infringement cases per year. Chinese courts are known for their speed; first-instance decisions within about a year are common. In this respect they resemble the UPC more than the US does. The UPC also aims at a roughly 12 to 15 month time frame for first-instance cases where validity is at issue. The US, by contrast, features extensive discovery, occasionally jury trials and often longer timelines. The procedural culture is very different. The UPC, like Chinese courts, operates without discovery in the US sense, which makes proceedings more focused on the written record and expert evidence that the parties present, and less on pre-trial disclosure battles. Whether a company chooses to litigate in the US, the UPC, China, or some combination of these forums will depend on where the key markets and assets are. However, in Prof. Hüttermann's view, once Europe is an important market, it is hard to justify ignoring the UPC. He expects the court's caseload and influence to grow strongly over the coming years. A Landmark UPC Case: Syngenta v. Sumitomo A particularly important case in which Prof. Hüttermann was involved is the Syngenta v. Sumitomo matter, concerning a composition patent. This case has become a landmark in UPC practice for several reasons. First, the Court of Appeal clarified a central point about the reach of UPC injunctions. It made clear that once infringement is established in one Member State, this will usually be sufficient to justify a pan-European injunction covering all UPC countries designated by the patent. That confirmation gave patent owners confidence that the UPC can in fact deliver broad, cross-border relief in one go. Second, the facts of the case raised novel issues about evidence and territorial reach. The allegedly infringing product had been analysed based on a sample from the Czech Republic, which is not part of the UPC system. Later, the same product with the same name was marketed in Bulgaria, which is within UPC territory. The Court of Appeal held that the earlier analysis of the Czech sample could be relied on for enforcement in Bulgaria. This showed that evidence from outside the UPC territory can be sufficient, as long as it is properly linked to the products marketed within the UPC. Third, the Court of Appeal took the opportunity to state its view on inventive step. It confirmed that combining prior-art documents requires a “pointer”, in line with the EPO's problem-solution approach. The mere theoretical possibility of extracting a certain piece of information from a document does not suffice to justify an inventive-step attack. This is one of several decisions where the UPC has shown a strong alignment with EPO case law on substantive patentability. For Prof. Hüttermann personally, the case was also a lesson in oral advocacy before the UPC. During the two appeal hearings, the presiding judge asked unexpected questions that required quick and creative responses while the hearing continued. His practical takeaway is that parties should appear with a small, well-coordinated team: large enough to allow someone to work on a tricky question in the background, but small enough to remain agile. Two or three lawyers seem ideal; beyond that, coordination becomes difficult and “too many cooks spoil the broth”. A Game-Changing CJEU Decision: Bosch Siemens Hausgeräte v. Electrolux Surprisingly, one of the most important developments for European patent litigation in the past year did not come from the UPC at all, but from the Court of Justice of the European Union. In Bosch Siemens Hausgeräte v. Electrolux, the CJEU revisited the rules on cross-border jurisdiction under the Brussels I Recast Regulation (Brussels Ia). Previously, under what practitioners often referred to as the GAT/LuK regime, a court in one EU country was largely prevented from granting relief for alleged infringement in another country if the validity of the foreign patent was contested there. This significantly limited the possibilities for cross-border injunctions. In Bosch, the CJEU changed course. Without going into all procedural details, the essence is that courts in the EU now have broader powers to grant cross-border relief when certain conditions are met, particularly when at least one defendant is domiciled in the forum state. The concept of an “anchor defendant” plays a central role: if you sue one group company in its home forum, other group companies in other countries, including outside the EU, can be drawn into the case. This has already had practical consequences. German courts, for example, have issued pan-European injunctions covering around twenty countries in pharmaceutical cases. There are even attempts to sue European companies for infringement of US patents based on acts in the US, using the logic of Bosch as a starting point. How far courts will ultimately go remains to be seen, but the potential is enormous. For the UPC, this development is highly relevant. The UPC operates in the same jurisdictional environment as national courts, and many defendants in UPC cases will be domiciled in UPC countries. This increases the likelihood that the UPC, too, can leverage the broadened possibilities for cross-border relief. In addition, we have already seen UPC decisions that include non-EU countries such as the UK within the scope of injunctions, in certain constellations. The interaction between UPC practice and the Bosch jurisprudence of the CJEU is only beginning to unfold. Does the UPC Follow EPO Case Law? A key concern for many patent owners and practitioners is whether the UPC will follow the EPO's Boards of Appeal or develop its own, possibly divergent, case law on validity. On procedural matters, the UPC is naturally different from the EPO. It has its own rules of procedure, its own timelines and its own tools, such as “front-loaded” pleadings and tight limits on late-filed material. On substantive law, however, Prof. Hüttermann's conclusion is clear: there is “nothing new under the sun”. The UPC's approach to novelty, inventive step and added matter is very close to that of the EPO. The famous “gold standard” for added matter appears frequently in UPC decisions. Intermediate generalisations are treated with the same suspicion as at the EPO. In at least one case, the UPC revoked a patent for added matter even though the EPO had granted it in exactly that form. The alignment is not accidental. The UPC only deals with European patents granted by the EPO; it does not hear cases on purely national patents. If the UPC were more generous than the EPO, many patents would never reach it. If it were systematically stricter, patentees would be more tempted to opt out of the system. In practice, the UPC tends to apply the EPO's standards and, where anything differs, it is usually a matter of factual appreciation rather than a different legal test. For practitioners, this has a very practical implication: if you want to predict how the UPC will decide on validity, the best starting point is to ask how the EPO would analyse the case. The UPC may not always reach the same result in parallel EPO opposition proceedings, but the conceptual framework is largely the same. Trends in UPC Practice: PIs, Equivalents and Division-Specific Styles Even in its early years, certain trends and differences between UPC divisions can be observed. On preliminary injunctions, the local division in Düsseldorf has taken a particularly proactive role. It has been responsible for most of the ex parte PIs granted so far and applies a rather strict notion of urgency, often considering one month after knowledge of the infringement as still acceptable, but treating longer delays with scepticism. Other divisions tend to see two months as still compatible with urgency, and they are much more cautious with ex parte measures. Munich, by contrast, has indicated a strong preference for inter partes PI proceedings and appears reluctant to grant ex parte relief at all. A judge from Munich has even described the main action as the “fast” procedure and the inter partes PI as the “very fast” one, leaving little room for an even faster ex parte track. There are also differences in how divisions handle amendments and auxiliary requests in PI proceedings. Munich has suggested that if a patentee needs to rely on claim amendments or auxiliary requests in a PI, the request is unlikely to succeed. Other divisions have been more open to considering auxiliary requests. The doctrine of equivalents is another area where practice is not yet harmonised. The Hague division has explicitly applied a test taken from Dutch law in at least one case and found infringement by equivalence. However, the Court of Appeal has not yet endorsed a specific test, and in another recent Hague case the same division did not apply that Dutch-law test again. The Mannheim division has openly called for the development of an autonomous, pan-European equivalence test, but has not yet fixed such a test in a concrete decision. This is clearly an area to watch. Interim conferences are commonly used in most divisions to clarify issues early on, but Düsseldorf often dispenses with them to save time. In practice, interim conferences can be very helpful for narrowing down the issues, though parties should not expect to be able to predict the final decision from what is discussed there. Sometimes topics that dominate the interim conference play little or no role in the main oral hearing. A Front-Loaded System and Typical Strategic Mistakes UPC proceedings are highly front-loaded and very fast. A defendant usually has three months from service of the statement of claim to file a full statement of defence and any counterclaim for revocation. This is manageable, but only if the time is used wisely. One common strategic problem is that parties lose time at the beginning and only develop a clear strategy late in the three-month period. According to Prof. Hüttermann, it is crucial to have a firm strategy within the first two or three weeks and then execute it consistently. Constantly changing direction is a recipe for failure in such a compressed system. Another characteristic is the strict attitude towards late-filed material. It is difficult to introduce new documents or new inventive-step attacks later in the procedure. In some cases even alternative combinations of already-filed prior-art documents have been viewed as “new” attacks and rejected as late. At the appeal stage, the Court of Appeal has even considered new arguments based on different parts of a book already in the file as potentially late-filed. This does not mean that parties should flood the court with dozens of alternative attacks in the initial brief. In one revocation action, a plaintiff filed about fifty different inventive-step attacks, only to be told by the court that this was not acceptable and that the attacks had to be reduced and structured. The UPC is not a body conducting ex officio examination. It is entitled to manage the case actively and to ask parties to focus on the most relevant issues. Evidence Gathering, Protective Letters and the Defendant's Perspective The UPC provides powerful tools for both sides. Evidence inspection is becoming more common, not only at trade fairs but also at company premises. This can be a valuable tool for patentees, but it also poses a serious risk for defendants who may suddenly face court-ordered inspections. From the perspective of potential defendants, protective letters are an important instrument, especially in divisions like Düsseldorf where ex parte PIs are possible. A well-written protective letter, filed in advance, can significantly reduce the risk of a surprise injunction. The court fees are moderate, but the content of the protective letter must be carefully prepared; a poor submission can cause more harm than good. Despite the strong tools available to patentees, Prof. Hüttermann does not view the UPC as unfair to defendants. If a defendant files a solid revocation counterclaim, the pressure shifts to the patentee, who then has only two months to reply, prepare all auxiliary requests and adapt the enforcement strategy. This is even more demanding than at the EPO, because the patentee must not only respond to validity attacks but also ensure that any amended claims still capture the allegedly infringing product. It is entirely possible to secure the survival of a patent with an auxiliary request that no longer covers the defendant's product. In that scenario, the patentee has “won” on validity but lost the infringement case. Managing this tension under tight time limits is a key challenge of UPC practice. The Future Role of the UPC and How to Prepare Today the UPC hears a few hundred cases per year, compared with several thousand patent cases in the US and tens of thousands in China. Nevertheless, both the court itself and experienced practitioners see significant growth potential. Prof. Hüttermann expects case numbers to multiply in the medium term. Whether the UPC will become the first choice forum in global disputes or remain one pillar in parallel proceedings alongside the US and China will depend on the strategies of large patentees and the evolution of case law. However, the court is well equipped: it covers a large, economically important territory, is comparatively cost-effective and offers fast procedures with robust remedies. For companies that may end up before the UPC, preparation is essential. On the offensive side, that means building strong evidence and legal arguments before filing, being ready to proceed quickly and structured, and understanding the specific styles of the relevant divisions. On the defensive side, it may mean filing protective letters in risk-exposed markets, preparing internal processes for rapid reaction if a statement of claim arrives, and taking inspection requests seriously. Conclusion The Unified Patent Court has quickly moved from theory to practice. It offers pan-European relief, fast and front-loaded procedures, and a substantive approach that closely mirrors the EPO's case law. At the same time, national and EU-level developments like the Bosch Siemens Hausgeräte v. Electrolux decision are reshaping the jurisdictional framework in which the UPC operates, opening the door for far-reaching cross-border injunctions. For patent owners and potential defendants alike, the message is clear: the UPC is here to stay and will become more important year by year. Those who invest the time to understand its dynamics now – including its alignment with the EPO, the differences between divisions, and the strategic implications of its procedures – will be in a much better position when the first UPC dispute lands on their desk. Here is the full transcript of the interview: Rolf Claessen:Today's interview guest is Prof. Aloys Hüttermann. He is founder and equity partner of my firm, Michalski · Hüttermann & Partner. More importantly for today's interview, he has written several books about the Unified Patent Court. The first one already came out in 2016. He is co-editor and author of one of the leading commentaries on the UPC and has gained substantial experience in UPC cases so far – one of them even together with me. Thank you very much for being on IP Fridays again, Aloys. Aloys Hüttermann:Thank you for inviting me, it's an honour. How did you get so deeply involved in the UPC? Rolf Claessen:Before we dive into the details, how did you end up so deeply involved in the Unified Patent Court? And what personally fascinates you about this court? Aloys Hüttermann:This goes back quite a while – roughly 13 years. At that time it became clear that, after several failed attempts, Europe would really get a pan-European court and a pan-European patent, and that this time it was serious. I thought: this is going to be the future. That interested me a lot, both intellectually and practically. A completely new system was being built. You could watch how it evolved – and, if possible, even help shape it a bit. It was also obvious to me that this would be a complete game changer. Nobody expected that it would take until 2023 before the system actually started operating, but now it is here. I became heavily interested early on. As you mentioned, my first book on the UPC was published in 2016, in the expectation that the system would start soon. It took a bit longer, but now we finally have it. UPC vs. US and China – speed, cost and impact Rolf Claessen:Before we go deeper into the UPC, let's zoom out. If you compare litigation before the UPC with patent litigation in the US and in China – in terms of speed, cost and the impact of decisions – what are the key differences that a business leader should understand? Aloys Hüttermann:If you look at the three big regions – the UPC territory in Europe, the US and China – these are the major economic areas for many technology companies. One important point is territorial reach. In the UPC, if the conditions are met, you can get pan-European injunctions that cover many EU Member States in one go. We will talk about this later in more detail. On costs there is a huge difference between the US and the UPC. The UPC is much cheaper than US litigation, especially once you look at the number of countries you can cover with one case if the patent has been validated widely. China is different again. The number of patent infringement cases there is enormous. I have seen statistics of around 40,000 infringement cases per year in China. That is huge – compared with roughly 164 UPC infringement cases in the first year and maybe around 200 in the current year. On speed, Chinese courts are known to be very fast. You often get a first-instance decision in about a year. The UPC is comparable: if there is a counterclaim for revocation, you are looking at something like 12 to 15 months for a first-instance decision. The US can be slower, and the procedure is very different. You have full discovery, you may have juries. None of that exists at the UPC. From that perspective, Chinese and UPC proceedings are more similar to each other than either is to the US. The UPC is still a young court. We have to see how influential its case law will be worldwide in the long run. What we already see, at least in Germany, is a clear trend away from purely national patent litigation and towards the UPC. That is inside Europe. The global impact will develop over time. When is the UPC the most powerful tool? Rolf Claessen:Let's take the perspective of a global company. It has significant sales in Europe and in the US and production or key suppliers in China. In which situations would you say the UPC is your most powerful tool? And when might the US or China be the more strategic battleground? Aloys Hüttermann:To be honest, I would almost always consider bringing a case before the UPC. The “bang for the buck” is very good. The UPC is rather fast. That alone already gives you leverage in negotiations. The threat of a quick, wide-reaching injunction is a strong negotiation tool. Whether you litigate in the US instead of the UPC, or in addition, or whether you also go to China – that depends heavily on the individual case: where the products are sold, where the key markets are, where the defendant has assets, and so on. But in my view, once you have substantial sales in Europe, you should seriously consider the UPC. And for that reason alone I expect case numbers at the UPC to increase significantly in the coming years. A landmark UPC case: Syngenta vs. Sumitomo (composition patent) Rolf Claessen:You have already been involved in several UPC cases – and one of them together with me, which was great fun. Looking at the last 12 to 18 months, is there a case, decision or development that you find particularly noteworthy – something that really changed how you think about UPC litigation or how companies should prepare? Aloys Hüttermann:The most important UPC case I have been involved in so far is the Syngenta v. Sumitomo case on a composition patent. It has become a real landmark and was even mentioned in the UPC's annual report. It is important for several reasons. First, it was one of the first cases in which the Court of Appeal said very clearly: if you have established infringement in one Member State, that will usually be enough for a pan-European injunction covering all UPC countries designated by the patent. That is a powerful statement about the reach of UPC relief. Second, the facts were interesting. The patent concerned a composition. We had analysed a sample that had been obtained in the Czech Republic, which is not a UPC country. Later, the same product was marketed under the same name in Bulgaria, which is in the UPC. The question was whether the analysis of the Czech sample could be used as a basis for enforcement in Bulgaria. The Court of Appeal said yes, that was sufficient. Third, the Court of Appeal took the opportunity to say something about inventive step. It more or less confirmed that the UPC's approach is very close to the EPO's problem-solution approach. It emphasised that, if you want to combine prior-art documents, you need a “pointer” to do so. The mere theoretical possibility that a skilled person could dig a particular piece of information out of a document is not enough. For me personally, the most memorable aspect of this case was not the outcome – that was largely in line with what we had expected – but the oral hearings at the appeal stage. We had two hearings. In both, the presiding judge asked us a question that we had not anticipated at all. And then you have about 20 minutes to come up with a convincing answer while the hearing continues. We managed it, but it made me think a lot about how you should prepare for oral hearings at the UPC. My conclusion is: you should go in with a team, but not too big. In German we say, “Zu viele Köche verderben den Brei” – too many cooks spoil the broth. Two or three people seems ideal. One of them can work quietly on such a surprise question at the side, while the others continue arguing the case. In the end the case went very well for us, so I can speak about it quite calmly now. But in the moment your heart rate definitely goes up. The CJEU's Bosch Siemens Hausgeräte v. Electrolux decision – a real game changer Rolf Claessen:You also mentioned another development that is not even a UPC case, but still very important for European patent litigation. Aloys Hüttermann:Yes. In my view, the most important case of the last twelve months is not a UPC decision but a judgment of the Court of Justice of the EU (CJEU): Bosch Siemens Hausgeräte v. Electrolux. This is going to be a real game changer for European IP law, and I am sure we have not seen the end of its effects yet. One example: someone has recently sued BMW before the Landgericht München I, a German court, for infringement of a US patent based on acts in the US. The argument is that this could be backed by the logic of Bosch Siemens Hausgeräte v. Electrolux. We do not know yet what the court will do with that, but the fact that people are trying this shows how far-reaching the decision might be. Within the UPC we have already seen injunctions being issued for countries outside the UPC territory and even outside the EU, for example including the UK. So you see how these developments start to interact. Rolf Claessen:For listeners who have not followed the case so closely: in very simple terms, the CJEU opened the door for courts in one EU country to rule on patent infringement that took place in other countries as well, right? Aloys Hüttermann:Exactly. Before Bosch Siemens Hausgeräte v. Electrolux we had what was often called the GAT/LuK regime. The basic idea was: if you sue someone in, say, Germany for infringement of a European patent, and you also ask for an injunction for France, and the defendant then challenges the validity of the patent in France, the German court cannot grant you an injunction covering France. The Bosch decision changed that. The legal basis is the Brussels I Recast Regulation (Brussels Ia), which deals with jurisdiction in civil and commercial matters in the EU. It is not specific to IP; it applies to civil cases generally, but it does have some provisions that are relevant for patents. In Bosch, a Swedish court asked the CJEU for guidance on cross-border injunctions. The CJEU more or less overturned its old GAT/LuK case law. Now, in principle, if the defendant is domiciled in a particular Member State, the courts of that state can also grant cross-border relief for other countries, under certain conditions. We will not go into all the details here – that could fill a whole separate IP Fridays episode – but one important concept is the “anchor defendant”. If you sue a group of companies and at least one defendant is domiciled in the forum state, then other group companies in other countries – even outside the EU, for example in Hong Kong – can be drawn into the case and affected by the decision. This is not limited to the UPC, but of course it is highly relevant for UPC litigation. Statistically it increases the chances that at least one defendant will be domiciled in a UPC country, simply because there are many of them. And we have already seen courts like the Landgericht München I grant pan-European injunctions for around 20 countries in a pharmaceutical case. Rolf Claessen:Just to clarify: does it have to be the headquarters of the defendant in that country, or is any registered office enough? Aloys Hüttermann:That is one of the open points. If the headquarters are in Europe, then it is clear that subsidiaries outside Europe can be affected as well. If the group's headquarters are outside Europe and only a subsidiary is here, the situation is less clear and we will have to see what the courts make of it. Does the UPC follow EPO case law? Rolf Claessen:Many patent owners and in-house counsel wonder: does the UPC largely follow the case law of the EPO Boards of Appeal, or is it starting to develop its own distinct line? What is your impression so far – both on substantive issues like novelty and inventive step, and on procedural questions? Aloys Hüttermann:On procedure the UPC is, of course, very different. It has its own procedural rules and they are not the same as at the EPO. If we look at patent validity, however, my impression is that there is “nothing new under the sun” – that was the title of a recent talk I gave and will give again in Hamburg. Substantively, the case law of the UPC and the EPO is very similar. For inventive step, people sometimes say the UPC does not use the classical problem-solution approach but a more “holistic” approach – whatever that is supposed to mean. In practice, in both systems you read and interpret prior-art documents and decide what they really disclose. In my view, the “error bar” that comes from two courts simply reading a document slightly differently is much larger than any systematic difference in legal approach. If you look at other grounds, such as novelty and added matter, the UPC even follows the EPO almost verbatim. The famous “gold standard” for added matter appears all over UPC decisions, even if the EPO case numbers are not always cited. The same is true for novelty. So the rule-based, almost “Hilbertian” EPO approach is very much present at the UPC. There is also a structural reason for that. All patents that the UPC currently deals with have been granted by the EPO. The UPC does not handle patents granted only by national offices. If the UPC wanted to deviate from EPO case law and be more generous, then many patents would never reach the UPC in the first place. The most generous approach you can have is the one used by the granting authority – the EPO. So if the UPC wants to be different, it can only be stricter, not more lenient. And there is little incentive to be systematically stricter, because that would reduce the number of patents that are attractive to enforce before the UPC. Patent owners might simply opt out. Rolf Claessen:We also talked about added matter and a recent case where the Court of Appeal was even stricter than the EPO. That probably gives US patent practitioners a massive headache. They already struggle with added-matter rules in Europe, and now the UPC might be even tougher. Aloys Hüttermann:Yes, especially on added matter. I once spoke with a US practitioner who said, “We hope the UPC will move away from intermediate generalisations.” There is no chance of that. We already have cases where the Court of Appeal confirmed that intermediate generalisations are not allowed, in full alignment with the EPO. You mentioned a recent case where a patent was revoked for added matter, even though it had been granted by the EPO in exactly that form. This shows quite nicely what to expect. If you want to predict how the UPC will handle a revocation action, the best starting point is to ask: “What would the EPO do?” Of course, there will still be cases where the UPC finds an invention to be inventive while the EPO, in parallel opposition proceedings, does not – or vice versa. But those are differences in the appreciation of the facts and the prior art, which you will always have. The underlying legal approach is essentially the same. Rolf Claessen:So you do not see a real example yet where the UPC has taken a totally different route from the EPO on validity? Aloys Hüttermann:No, not really. If I had to estimate how the UPC will decide, I would always start from what I think the EPO would have done. Trends in UPC practice: PIs, equivalents, interim conferences Rolf Claessen:If you look across the different UPC divisions and cases: what trends do you see in practice? For example regarding timelines, preliminary injunctions, how validity attacks are handled, and how UPC cases interact with EPO oppositions or national proceedings? Aloys Hüttermann:If you take the most active divisions – essentially the big four in Germany and the local division in The Hague – they all try to be very careful and diligent in their decisions. But you can already see some differences in practice. For preliminary injunctions there is a clear distinction between the local division in Düsseldorf and most other divisions. Düsseldorf considers one month after knowledge of the infringement as still sufficiently urgent. If you wait longer, it is usually considered too late. In many other divisions, two months is still viewed as fine. Düsseldorf has also been the division that issued most of the ex parte preliminary injunctions so far. Apart from one special outlier where a standing judge from Brussels was temporarily sitting in Milan, Düsseldorf is basically the only one. Other divisions have been much more reluctant. At a conference, Judge Pichlmaier from the Munich division once said that he could hardly imagine a situation where his division would grant an ex parte PI. In his words, the UPC has two types of procedure: one that is fast – the normal main action – and one that is very fast – the inter partes PI procedure. But you do not really have an “ultra-fast” ex parte track, at least not in his division. Another difference relates to amendments and auxiliary requests in PI proceedings. In one recent case in Munich the court said more or less that if you have to amend your patent or rely on auxiliary requests in a PI, you lose. Other divisions have been more flexible and have allowed auxiliary requests. Equivalence is another area where we do not have a unified line yet. So far, only the Hague division has clearly found infringement under the doctrine of equivalents and explicitly used a test taken from Dutch law. Whether that test will be approved by the Court of Appeal is completely open – the first case settled, so the Court of Appeal never ruled on it, and a second one is still very recent. Interestingly, there was another Hague decision a few weeks ago where equivalence was on the table, but the division did not apply that Dutch-law test. We do not know yet why. The Mannheim division has written in one decision that it would be desirable to develop an autonomous pan-European test for equivalence, instead of just importing the German, UK or Dutch criteria. But they did not formulate such a test in that case because it was not necessary for the decision. So we will have to see how that evolves. On timelines, one practical difference is that Düsseldorf usually does not hold an interim conference. That saves them some time. Most other divisions do hold interim conferences. Personally, I like the idea because it can help clarify issues. But you cannot safely read the final outcome from these conferences. I have also seen cases where questions raised at the interim conference did not play any role in the main oral hearing. So they are useful for clarification, but not as a crystal ball. Front-loaded proceedings and typical strategic mistakes Rolf Claessen:If you look at the behaviour of parties so far – both patentees and defendants – what are the most common strategic mistakes you see in UPC litigation? And what would a well-prepared company do differently before the first statement of claim is ever filed? Aloys Hüttermann:You know you do not really want me to answer that question… Rolf Claessen:I do! Aloys Hüttermann:All right. The biggest mistake, of course, is that they do not hire me. That is the main problem. Seriously, it is difficult to judge parties' behaviour from the outside. You rarely know the full picture. There may be national proceedings, licensing discussions, settlement talks, and so on in the background. That can limit what a party can do at the UPC. So instead of criticising, I prefer to say what is a good idea at the UPC. The system is very front-loaded and very fast. If you are sued, you have three months to file your statement of defence and your counterclaim for revocation. In my view, three months are manageable – but only if you use the time wisely and do not waste it on things that are not essential. If you receive a statement of claim, you have to act immediately. You should have a clear strategy within maybe two or three weeks and then implement it. If you change your strategy every few weeks, chances are high that you will fail. Another point is that everything is front-loaded. It is very hard to introduce new documents or new attacks later. Some divisions have been a bit generous in individual cases, but the general line is strict. We have seen, for example, that even if you filed a book in first instance, you may not be allowed to rely on a different chapter from the same book for a new inventive-step attack at the appeal stage. That can be regarded as late-filed, because you could have done it earlier. There is also case law saying that if you first argue inventive step as “D1 plus D2”, and later want to argue “D2 plus D1”, that can already be considered a new, late attack. On the other hand, we had a revocation action where the plaintiff filed about 50 different inventive-step attacks in the initial brief. The division then said: this does not work. Please cut them down or put them in a clear hierarchy. In the end, not all of them were considered. The UPC does not conduct an ex officio examination. It is entitled to manage the case and to tell the parties to limit themselves in the interest of a fair and efficient procedure. Rolf Claessen:I have the feeling that the EPO is also becoming more front-loaded – if you want to rely on documents later, you should file them early. But it sounds like the UPC is even more extreme in that regard. Aloys Hüttermann:Yes, that is true. Protective letters, inspections and the defendant's perspective Rolf Claessen:Suppose someone from a company is listening now and thinks: “We might be exposed at the UPC,” or, “We should maybe use the UPC offensively against competitors.” What would you consider sensible first steps before any concrete dispute arises? And looking three to five years ahead, how central do you expect the UPC to become in global patent litigation compared to the US and China? Aloys Hüttermann:Let me start with the second part. I expect the UPC to become significantly more important. If we have around 200 cases this year, that is a good start, but it is still very small compared to, say, 4,000 to 5,000 patent cases per year in the US and 40,000 or so in China. Even François Bürgin and Klaus Grabinski, in interviews, have said that they are happy with the case load, but the potential is much larger. In my view, it is almost inevitable that we will see four or five times as many UPC cases in the not-too-distant future. As numbers grow, the influence of the UPC will grow as well. Whether, in five or ten years, companies will treat the UPC as their first choice forum – or whether they will usually run it in parallel with US litigation in major disputes – remains to be seen. The UPC would be well equipped for that: the territory it covers is large, Europe is still an important economy, and the UPC procedure is very attractive from a company's perspective. On sensible first steps: if you are worried about being sued, a protective letter can make a lot of sense – especially in divisions like Düsseldorf, where ex parte PIs are possible in principle. A protective letter is not very expensive in terms of court fees. There is also an internal system that ensures the court reads it before deciding on urgent measures. Of course, the content must have a certain quality; a poor protective letter can even backfire. If you are planning to sue someone before the UPC, you should be extremely well prepared when you file. You should already have all important documents and evidence at hand. As we discussed, it is hard to introduce new material later. One tool that is becoming more and more popular is inspection – not just at trade fairs, where we already saw cases very early, but also at company premises. Our firm has already handled such an inspection case. That is something you should keep in mind on both sides: it is a powerful evidence-gathering tool, but also a serious risk if you are on the receiving end. From the defendant's perspective, I do not think the UPC is unfair. If you do your job properly and put a solid revocation counterclaim on the table, then the patentee has only two months to prepare a full reply and all auxiliary requests. And there is a twist that makes life even harder for the patentee than at the EPO. At the EPO the question is mainly: do my auxiliary requests overcome the objections and are they patentable? At the UPC there is an additional layer: do I still have infringement under the amended claims? You may save your patent with an auxiliary request that no longer reads on the defendant's product. That is great for validity, but you have just lost the infringement case. You have kept the patent but lost the battle. And all of this under very tight time limits. That creates considerable pressure on both sides. How to contact Prof. Hüttermann Rolf Claessen:Thank you very much for this really great interview, Aloys. Inside our firm you have a nickname: “the walking encyclopedia of the Unified Patent Court” – because you have written so many books about it and have dealt with the UPC for such a long time. What is the best way for listeners to get in touch with you? Aloys Hüttermann:The easiest way is by email. You can simply write to me, and that is usually the best way to contact me. As you may have noticed, I also like to speak. I am a frequent speaker at conferences. If you happen to be at one of the conferences where I am on the programme – for example, next week in Hamburg – feel free to come up to me and ask me anything in person. But email is probably the most reliable first step. Rolf Claessen:Perfect. Thank you very much, Aloys. Aloys Hüttermann:Thank you. It was a pleasure to be on IP Fridays again. Some of your long-time listeners may remember that a few years ago – when you were not yet part of our firm – we already did an episode on the UPC, back when everything was still very speculative. It is great to be back now that the system is actually in place and working. Rolf Claessen:I am very happy to have you back on the show.

durée : 00:30:11 - L'Entretien archéologique - par : Antoine Beauchamp - On fête les 80 ans de la Commission des fouilles archéologiques du Ministère de l'Europe et des affaires étrangères. Comment cette commission née à la fin de la Seconde Guerre mondiale a-t-elle évolué depuis sa création et quels sont les enjeux actuels de cette archéologie française à l'étranger ? - réalisation : Olivier Bétard - invités : Alexandre Farnoux Directeur de l'Ecole française d'Athènes; Nicolas Grimal Égyptologue, secrétaire perpétuel de l'Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres, professeur émérite du Collège de France

Cliquez ici pour accéder gratuitement aux articles lus de Mediapart : https://m.audiomeans.fr/s/P-UmoTbNLs Le projet de la Commission européenne facilitant l'exportation par le Maroc des produits du Sahara occidental, territoire occupé selon l'ONU, a franchi une nouvelle étape mercredi. À rebours du reste de la gauche, La France insoumise n'a pas pris part au vote, suscitant critiques et incompréhensions. Un article d'Ilyes Ramdani publié vendredi 27 novembre 2025, lu par Christine Pâris. Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Catch Up on the latest leading news stories around the country with Jane Dutton standing in for Mandy Wiener on Midday Report every weekday from 12h00 - 13h00. The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It hasn't been a Good Week for the climate since, er, 1820-something? And it wasn't last week, either. But it is a good week for The Europeans, because we're joined by Luisa Neubauer, one of Germany's best-known climate activists. Luisa recently wrote a terrific piece for The Economist about Europe's climate “vibe shift”. We got her insights on what has caused the greenlash and what we ought to be doing about it. It's a thoughtful, self-reflective, heartening conversation we think you'll enjoy.    We're also talking about Brussels' proposed “military Schengen” agreement, which would allow EU member states to move troops and equipment across borders relatively swiftly. (You don't want to know how sluggish things are now.) And we're taking a look at Slovenia's troubling new “Šutar Law”, a security bill that is widely understood to target the Roma minority.   In other news… The Europeans are launching a newsletter! If you want to hear more about what happened in Europe over the past week and find out what we left on the podcast-cutting-room floor, subscribe to GOOD WEEK BAD WEEK over on Substack. New issues hit inboxes on Friday mornings.   And someone else has a new newsletter, too. Our very own Katy Lee has just published the first issue of Millefeuille, an English-language newsletter “for Parisians who are bad at local news”. If you fall in the middle of the Europeans podcast–Francophile Venn diagram, subscribe here.   This week's Inspiration Station recommendations are two newly resurfaced works by Johann Sebastian Bach (here and here) and Carlo Rovelli's book about the physics of time, The Order of Time.  And if you, too, are in the market for a novella to help you knock out your 2025 reading goals, Dominic likes Claire Keegan's Small Things Like These.    Other resources for this episode:   “The surreal 45-day trek at the heart of Nato's defence” - Financial Times, 17 November, 2025  “Commission moves towards ‘Military Schengen' and transformation of defence industry” - European Commission press release, 19 November, 2025  “Why you probably should not re-gauge railways in Europe” - Jon Worth, 30 September, 2025 “Slovenia's ‘Šutar Law' Sets a Dangerous Precedent for Europe” - Roma Foundation for Europe, 18 November, 2025 “Romani Activists Fear Collective Punishment & Discrimination as Slovenia Passes New Security Bill" - European Roma Rights Centre, 7 November, 2025   This podcast was brought to you in cooperation with Euranet Plus, the leading radio network for EU news. But it's contributions from listeners that truly make it all possible—we could not continue to make the show without you! If you like what we do, you can chip in to help us cover our production costs at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/europeanspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (in many different currencies), or you can gift a donation to a superfan. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast. We think two feels like a reasonable number. Produced by Morgan Childs  Editorial support from Katz Laszlo Mixing and mastering by Wojciech Oleksiak Music by Jim Barne and Mariska Martina   YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Substack | hello@europeanspodcast.com

In this week’s episode, Jennifer is joined by Alyson Sullivan Almeida, the Republican State Representative for the 7th Plymouth District in Massachusetts. Alyson is a dedicated legislator, a young mother of two, and has served in office since 2019. Raised in a politically active family, Alyson brings her deep understanding of statehouse affairs and her passion for advocating for women’s issues and victim protection. Known for her vocal stance on pro-life matters and commitment to serving her constituents, Alyson continues to speak out on topics impacting young women and families across Massachusetts. Jennifer and Alyson dive into the controversial landscape of Massachusetts politics, examining one-party rule, the shifting role of women’s commissions, and recent legislative measures such as the appointment of a transgender activist to the Commission on the Status of Women and the Massachusetts Survivors Act. Alyson discusses her concerns about policy decisions that may undermine biological women’s experiences, including women’s health, pregnancy, motherhood, and professional development. They address challenges young girls face regarding abortion law changes, judicial bypass protections, and late-term abortion legislation. Alyson shares her personal story of surviving domestic violence, articulating fears around broad legislative language that may protect perpetrators over victims. This SEO-rich episode offers raw commentary on feminism, gender equality, Republican representation, and the complexities of legislative decision-making in Massachusetts. “I am always concerned when you try to change the title of a piece of legislation under the guise that we actually support victims and survivors.” ~Alyson Sullivan Almeida This week on Political Contessa: Republican representation in Massachusetts and challenges of one-party rule Appointment of a transgender activist to the Commission on the Status of Women and its implications The unique struggles biological women face in health, pregnancy, and professional life Recent bills aiming to change protections for young girls seeking abortions Personal stories of struggling with infertility, miscarriage, and motherhood The controversy and potential risks of late-term abortion legislation and non-hospital procedures The potential broad impact of the Massachusetts Survivors Act on criminal defense for perpetrators Alyson Sullivan Almeida’s personal experience with domestic violence and advocacy for victims Awaken Your Inner Political Contessa Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of Political Contessa. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Spotify I Stitcher I Apple Podcasts I iHeart Radio I TuneIn I Google Podcasts Be sure to share your favorite episodes on social media. And if you’ve ever considered running for office – or know a woman who should – head over to politicalcontessa.com to grab my quick guide, Secrets from the Campaign Trail. It will show you five signs to tell you you’re ready to enter the political arena. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Dreams Unloaded, host Jayflew reflects on a recent pilgrimage to Greece following the footsteps of Paul. Drawing from Acts 16 and the Macedonian call, Jayflew explores what happens when we step into God-given dreams—and why opposition doesn't mean you're off track.Discover how Paul's vision led to both challenges and breakthrough, and why God gives us dreams as an anchor through difficult seasons. This episode will encourage you to revisit old dreams and prophetic words as fuel to keep moving forward in obedience.Key takeaway: When God sends you, obedience is your responsibility—outcomes are His.

Ce jeudi 27 novembre, le projet de la Commission européenne d'utiliser les avoirs russes gelés pour soutenir l'Ukraine, l'opposition de la Belgique qui craint les représailles de la Russie à cause d'Euroclear, et la demande de la Belgique en faveur d'une garantie juridique plus solide et d'une répartition de la responsabilité avec les autres pays européens ont été abordé par Caroline Loyer dans sa chronique, dans l'émission Good Morning Business, présentée par Laure Closier, sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au vendredi et réécoutez la en podcast.

Réunis à Brême en Allemagne, les 23 États membres de l'Agence spatiale européenne (ESA) doivent définir d'ici ce soir les priorités et le budget spatial du continent jusqu'en 2028. Dans un contexte de forte concurrence internationale et de retard technologique accumulé, l'Europe tente de préserver sa souveraineté face aux États-Unis, à la Chine.  La statistique est saisissante et mérite d'être notée. Sur les 261 lancements de fusées réalisés dans le monde en 2024, l'Europe n'en compte que trois. Une faiblesse historique, qui contraste avec les 156 tirs américains et les 68 chinois. C'est dans ce contexte que les ministres de l'Espace se réunissent à Brême. L'ESA réclame 22 milliards d'euros pour la période 2026-2028, soit 5 milliards de plus que lors du cycle précédent, afin d'éviter un décrochage durable.  Malgré cette hausse, le continent reste très en dessous des grandes puissances : l'Europe ne pèse que 10 % du financement spatial public mondial, loin derrière les États-Unis et la Chine. Pourtant, l'enjeu est crucial : sans satellites, pas de météo fiable, pas de GPS européen, pas d'Internet sécurisé, pas de gestion de crise. Pas de souveraineté, tout simplement. Un continent fragmenté face aux ambitions spatiales  Si l'Europe veut redevenir une puissance spatiale, elle devra d'abord résoudre un problème politique : elle ne parle pas d'une seule voix. La France, longtemps locomotive du spatial européen grâce à Ariane, Kourou, Airbus ou Thalès, passe désormais au troisième rang des contributeurs derrière l'Allemagne et l'Italie. Berlin accélère, notamment dans le spatial militaire, tandis que Rome mise sur les mini-lanceurs et les constellations, profitant d'une base industrielle solide.  Pourtant, les succès européens existent. Citons Copernicus, programme d'observation du climat; Galileo, le GPS européen ; IRIS², future constellation de connectivité sécurisée ou encore l'incontournable Ariane 6, le nouveau lanceur du continent. Mais contrairement aux États-Unis, où les acteurs privés sont devenus centraux, comme SpaceX, le spatial européen repose principalement sur de l'argent public.  À lire aussiLa France peut-elle rattraper son retard dans le secteur spatial? L'Europe s'organise face à SpaceX et au NewSpace américain  Face au succès de SpaceX et de tout l'écosystème du NewSpace américain, l'Europe tente de structurer son propre marché. L'ESA a sélectionné cinq mini-lanceurs pour développer une offre commerciale. En parallèle, la Commission européenne a présenté un « Space Act européen » destiné à harmoniser les règles, renforcer la compétitivité et aligner les stratégies nationales encore trop dispersées.  Car malgré ses divisions, l'Europe conserve des atouts majeurs : une industrie performante, des ingénieurs de haut niveau et des centres spatiaux d'excellence. Reste désormais à transformer ces atouts en puissance collective. Encore faut-il parler d'une seule voix et se donner enfin les moyens de se faire entendre.  À lire aussiL'Europe affine sa stratégie pour retrouver le chemin de l'espace

The FCC is proposing major overhauls to TCPA rules under its “call branding” initiative—including eliminating its long-standing call abandonment rule, loosening prerecorded caller ID disclosures, and reevaluating consumer consent revocation mechanisms. At the same time, the Commission is pushing new caller ID authentication obligations to increase trust in who is calling. These changes could dramatically reshape compliance for businesses running outbound call and text campaigns. Hosted by Simone Roach. Based on a blog post by Alysa Z. Hutnik and Jennifer Rodden Wainwright.

This final episode of Season 6 is the culminating message from this year's CGN International Conference.This year's conference was held at Reliance Church in Temecula, CA - and the theme was: “The Way Forward: Ministry According to Jesus” - in which we studied through the' “Upper-Room Discourse” in John 13-17.The closing message of the conference was taught by Dr. Ed Stetzer, Dean of Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, Regional Director for Lausanne North America, and Editor in Chief of Outreach Magazine.Dr. Stetzer has planted, revitalized, and pastored churches - and he has authored several books on the topic of God's mission and the church today.The text of Ed's message is John 17:18 and 20:21 - and the title is: “The Prayer of Jesus: So I Send You”

Les tractations se poursuivent cinq jours après l'annonce d'un plan de paix des États-Unis pour mettre fin à la guerre en Ukraine. Un texte élaboré sans Kiev, ni les Européens mais qui ne cesse d'évoluer au fil des discussions. Ce mercredi (26 novembre 2025), la Russie évoque un «processus sérieux». Moscou accueillera, la semaine prochaine, l'émissaire américain Steve Witkoff. Face à cela, le président ukrainien Volodymyr Zelensky évoque une pression maximale sur l'Ukraine et résume l'enjeu : «perdre sa dignité ou risquer de perdre un partenaire majeur». Jusqu'où l'Ukraine peut-elle aller pour mettre fin à la guerre ? Quelles sont les alternatives possibles ? Avec :  - Frédéric Petit, député Les démocrates des Français établis à l'étranger, membre de la Commission des Affaires Étrangères et du groupe d'amitié France-Ukraine - Ulrich Bounat, analyste géopolitique, spécialiste de l'Europe centrale et de l'Est, chercheur associé chez Eurocreative, auteur de La guerre hybride en Ukraine, quelles perspectives ? Éditions du Cygne - Charles Tenenbaum, maître de conférences en Science politique à Sciences Po Lille, spécialiste des questions de médiation internationale, coordinateur de l'Observatoire en ligne du Multilatéralisme et des Organisations internationales. Membre du groupe international d'experts sur l'Ukraine.

durée : 00:37:10 - Le 18/20 · Le téléphone sonne - Ce mardi, la commission d'enquête sur “la neutralité, le fonctionnement et le financement” de l'audiovisuel public a tenu sa première séance dans un contexte tendu. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

durée : 00:03:12 - Le Billet de Daniel Morin - par : Daniel Morin - La commission d'enquête sur la neutralité de l'audiovisuel public a débuté hier, le service audiovisuel respecte-t-il la pluralité ? C'est la grande question, à laquelle Daniel Morin est prêt à répondre. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

Les tractations se poursuivent cinq jours après l'annonce d'un plan de paix des États-Unis pour mettre fin à la guerre en Ukraine. Un texte élaboré sans Kiev, ni les Européens mais qui ne cesse d'évoluer au fil des discussions. Ce mercredi (26 novembre 2025), la Russie évoque un «processus sérieux». Moscou accueillera, la semaine prochaine, l'émissaire américain Steve Witkoff. Face à cela, le président ukrainien Volodymyr Zelensky évoque une pression maximale sur l'Ukraine et résume l'enjeu : «perdre sa dignité ou risquer de perdre un partenaire majeur». Jusqu'où l'Ukraine peut-elle aller pour mettre fin à la guerre ? Quelles sont les alternatives possibles ? Avec :  - Frédéric Petit, député Les démocrates des Français établis à l'étranger, membre de la Commission des Affaires Étrangères et du groupe d'amitié France-Ukraine - Ulrich Bounat, analyste géopolitique, spécialiste de l'Europe centrale et de l'Est, chercheur associé chez Eurocreative, auteur de La guerre hybride en Ukraine, quelles perspectives ? Éditions du Cygne - Charles Tenenbaum, maître de conférences en Science politique à Sciences Po Lille, spécialiste des questions de médiation internationale, coordinateur de l'Observatoire en ligne du Multilatéralisme et des Organisations internationales. Membre du groupe international d'experts sur l'Ukraine.

durée : 00:03:12 - Le Billet de Daniel Morin - par : Daniel Morin - La commission d'enquête sur la neutralité de l'audiovisuel public a débuté hier, le service audiovisuel respecte-t-il la pluralité ? C'est la grande question, à laquelle Daniel Morin est prêt à répondre. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

An Interview with Todd Gaziano, President, Center for Individual Rights At a time when constitutional rights face continuing pressures---from campus censorship to race-based government policies---one organization has spent the last 35 years winning legal battles that set lasting precedents for individual liberty. The Center for Individual Rights was founded in 1989 to defend constitutional principles through strategic litigation. Its first major Supreme Court victory, Rosenberger v. University of Virginia in 1995, established that public universities cannot discriminate based on religious viewpoint---a principle that continues to influence cases to this day. CIR also secured landmark victories challenging race-based admissions policies in the University of Michigan cases. Our guest on this episode of Voices of Freedom is Todd Gaziano, who became CIR's president in 2023. Before joining CIR, he led legal centers at both the Pacific Legal Foundation and the Heritage Foundation, served as a commissioner on the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, and worked in the Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel and as chief counsel to a House subcommittee. He discusses CIR's strategic approach to defending equal protection, religious liberty, free speech, and competitive federalism---and explains why these constitutional battles matter for every American. Topics Discussed on this Episode: Todd's path to the Center for Individual Rights and the most urgent threats to constitutional rights today The 30-year legacy of Rosenberger v. University of Virginia and its impact on campus free speech CIR's current cases challenging race-based policies in Portland schools and within federal programs Religious liberty and competitive federalism: why these areas matter Concerns and hopes for the future of constitutional rights in America

Clement Manyathela and the listeners discuss various issues including the matter of men stuck in Russia who allege they were sent there under false pretences by the MK Party. They also discuss the dispute between DA leaders John Steenhuisen and Dion George that are now before its Federal Legal Commission. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why did David Windley disrupt the recruiting industry by moving from commissions to an hourly model? In this interview, he reveals how he scaled his firm to $50 million in revenue before selling it. He explains why the traditional 33% commission model is broken for clients and how he implemented a professional services approach instead. David unpacks the terrifying reality of a 75% revenue drop during COVID and how furloughing staff saved the company. He also shares why he spun out a software startup (Hoot Recruit) to build AI agents for sourcing, the truth about whether AI will replace human recruiters, and his #1 rule for leadership: character over competence.Check out the company: https://iqrecruit.com

Dans un rapport de septembre 2025, le Groupe d'experts sur la lutte contre la violence à l'égard des femmes et la violence domestique (Grevio), une émanation du Conseil de l'Europe, s'alarme notamment de la situation française. Dans le cas de la France, le taux de poursuites judiciaires à l'encontre des auteurs de violences sexuelles est en effet très faible. 83% des affaires sont classées sans suite, jusqu'à 94% en cas de viols. Des statistiques qui peuvent décourager de nombreuses victimes à s'engager dans des procédures judiciaires.   Des avancées sont à noter. Fin octobre 2025, la France a inscrit la notion de non-consentement dans la définition pénale du viol et des agressions sexuelles, rejoignant d'autres pays parmi lesquels le Canada, l'Espagne, la Suède ou encore la Norvège.   Si les législations évoluent, les attentes se font de plus en plus fortes vis-à-vis des institutions judiciaires et policières dans l'accompagnement des victimes. Huit ans après #MeToo, pourquoi encore tant d'impunité dans les affaires de violences sexuelles ? Des procès à l'image de l'affaire des viols de Mazan en France, où les accusés ont écopé de lourdes peines, peuvent-ils faire évoluer les tribunaux ?   À l'occasion de la journée internationale pour l'élimination de la violence à l'égard des femmes.  Avec :  • Negar Haeri, avocate pénaliste, ancienne secrétaire de la Conférence des avocats du barreau de Paris. Elle a défendu les intérêts de la famille de Shaïna Hansye, brulée vive à Creil, en France en 2019. Autrice de La jeune fille et la mort (Seuil, 2025)  • Floriane Volt, directrice des affaires publiques et juridiques à la Fondation des femmes. • Delphine Griveaud, chargée de recherche au Fonds national de la recherche scientifique belge, docteure en science politique à l'Université catholique de Louvain (Belgique) et à l'Université Paris-Nanterre. Autrice de Réparer la justice. Enquête sur les pratiques restauratives en France (La découverte, 2025).  En fin d'émission, le portrait d'Oumou Khaïry Diallo, 25 ans, militante féministe et directrice exécutive du Club des Jeunes Filles Leaders de Guinée.   Depuis ses 16 ans, elle lutte contre les mariages d'enfants, pour l'accès à l'éducation des filles dans son pays et plaide sur la scène internationale pour renforcer les politiques publiques en faveur des droits des filles (notamment lors de la Commission sur la condition de la femme à l'ONU). Notre reporter Raphaëlle Constant l'a rencontrée lors de son passage à Paris à l'occasion de la 4ᵉ Conférence ministérielle des diplomaties féministes.  Programmation musicale :   ► Bonnie Banane - Franchement ► Jahman Xpress feat. Souleymane Faye & Soda Mama & Kine Lam - Arva

durée : 00:06:20 - Caroline au pays des 27 - par : Caroline Gillet - Hugues Parmentier est chef d'unité à la Commission et ces jours-ci, il a été très occupé avec EDIP - un programme pour favoriser les projets communs en matière de défense. Il a fallu le négocier en trilogue, Hugues a accepté de raconter tout ça, depuis la salle du Conseil, via notes vocales. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

Au menu de la deuxième heure des GG du mardi 25 novembre 2025 : "Interdire le port du voile aux mineures, pour ou contre ?" et "Commission d'enquête : l'audiovisuel public est-il objectif ?", avec Abel Boyi, éducateur, Laura Warton Martinez, sophrologue, et Jean-Loup Bonnamy, professeur de philosophie.

Depuis avril 2023, se déroule au Soudan l'un des conflits les plus meurtriers, à l'origine de « la plus grande crise humanitaire au monde » selon l'ONU. Selon des témoins ayant fui El-Fasher, la capitale du du Darfour-Nord est le lieu de massacres, violences à caractère ethnique, viols et agressions sexuelles depuis qu'elle est tombée entre les mains des paramilitaires FSR du général Mohamed Hamdan Dogolo « Hemedti », le 26 octobre dernier. Plusieurs organisations humanitaires font état de crime de guerre, de crimes contre l'humanité, les Nations unies parlent d'une « spirale d'atrocité ». Après un siège de 18 mois, après la faim, la soif, la violence et la peur, certains Soudanais ont réussi à quitter El-Fasher pour se réfugier au Tchad voisin. Le Tchad et le Soudan sont séparés par un wadi, un oued sec, depuis la fin de la saison des pluies. De part et d'autre de cette frontière se trouvent deux villes : Tina, au Soudan, et Tiné, au Tchad. C'est là que les réfugiés soudanais traversent à pied, en charrette ou à l'arrière de camionnettes. De notre envoyée spéciale à Tiné, La frontière est gardée par des militaires tchadiens, mais aucune entrave n'a lieu au passage des réfugiés qui traversent tous librement. « Voilà les nouvelles familles qui viennent d'arriver. Elles sont orientées pour faire le circuit : d'abord l'enregistrement des réfugiés avec la Commission nationale d'accueil de réinsertion des réfugiés et des rapatriées du Tchad (Cenar), après avoir obtenu les informations de la personne. Puis un screening médical se fait avec Médecins sans frontière (MSF) avant leur transfert vers le site de transit », explique Georges, membre de l'équipe du Haut-commissariat des Nations unies pour les réfugiés (HCR).  Le visage fatigué, en partie dissimulé derrière son foulard bariolé, Souad Ibrahim Abdou s'installe à quelques mètres de la frontière, sous la cabane de MSF. Elle attend désormais d'être enregistrée. « On a laissé les enfants à Tawila. On remercie le seigneur d'être arrivé ici en bonne santé. Dieu merci, tout va bien. On nous a conseillé de venir ici, on nous a dit que la ville était bien. Le seul problème ici, c'est la nourriture. Aussi, il n'y a pas de travail », raconte-t-elle. Une fois le premier enregistrement effectué, les réfugiés doivent se rendre par leurs propres moyens au site de transit à la sortie de la ville. Parmi les infrastructures sur place, des pompes à eau, mais peu de latrines. Et les températures chutent fortement le matin et le soir. La jeune Daralnayim,19 ans et enceinte de sept mois, a fait le voyage seule depuis El-Fasher. Elle raconte sa vie dans le site de transit : « Il n'a pas de nourriture, pas de couvertures, pas de lit. Je n'ai pas eu d'autre choix que de rester avec des femmes ici. On a fait les démarches d'enregistrement ensemble. » Les profils de ces derniers arrivants sont majoritairement des femmes et des enfants. Mais il y a beaucoup plus d'hommes comparé au début du conflit en 2023. « Il y a de plus en plus de vieillards blessés, de gens inaptes et beaucoup d'enfants non accompagnés. Ils avaient encore l'espoir en 2023 qu'ils peuvent défendre leur terre, résister. Maintenant, c'est le désespoir total », détaille Jean-Paul Habamungu, responsable du HCR à Iriba.  À lire aussiLa route de l'exil vers le Tchad: les réfugiés soudanais d'El-Fasher racontent leur cauchemar[2/3]

Eric and Eliot reflect on the memorial service for Vice President Dick Cheney and welcome Brigadier General (ret.) Ty Seidule, author of Robert E. Lee and Me and A Promise Delivered. They discuss the Commission created by Congress in 2020 to replace Confederate commemorations with tributes that better reflect American values, the pushback it faced, and why renaming military bases does not “change history.” The conversation also explores the post-Reconstruction myths behind these commemorations, the enduring appeal of the Confederate battle flag in certain right-wing circles, and the current controversy over reverting base names following efforts by Trump and Hegseth to overturn the Commission's work. Robert E. Lee and Me: A Southerner's Reckoning with the Myth of the Lost Cause: https://a.co/d/6H1iMaJ A Promise Delivered: Ten American Heroes and the Battle to Rename Our Nation's Military Bases: https://a.co/d/b99Nvzv Take our quick listener survey and help us make The Bulwark even better. https://bit.ly/bulwarkaudio 

In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Stephen Schneck, a Commissioner for the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), about the vital role the independent, bipartisan commission plays in monitoring and advocating for freedom of belief worldwide. Schneck details the distinction between USCIRF's advisory role and the State Department's policy implementation, while highlighting his specific focus on the intersection of religious persecution and the global refugee crisis. The conversation delves into Schneck's background as a political philosopher and practicing Catholic, exploring how the American founders' ideals and the Catholic Church's modern embrace of inter-religious dialogue inform his approach to human rights. Finally, the two discuss the difficulties of securing tangible victories in the current geopolitical climate and the critical necessity of Congressional reauthorization to ensure the Commission can continue its work amidst rising threats to religious liberty. A political philosopher by training, Stephen Schneck retired from The Catholic University of America in 2018, after more than thirty years as a professor, department chair, and dean. At the university he was also the founder and long-time director of the Institute for Policy Research & Catholic Studies. He received his doctorate from the University of Notre Dame. A well-known advocate for Catholic social justice teachings in public life, Schneck currently serves on the governing boards of Catholic Climate Covenant, which advocates for environmental justice and care for creation, and of Catholic Mobilizing Network, a Catholic organization working to end the death penalty and advance restorative justice. His writings appear regularly in the religious media and he is a frequent commentator on Catholic matters for national and international news services. Previously, he was the executive director of Franciscan Action Network, which promotes environmental, economic, racial, and social justice on behalf of the Franciscan communities of the United States. He served the administration of President Barack Obama as a member of the White House Advisory Council for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships. Born and raised in Clinton, Iowa, Schneck now lives with his wife, Suzanne, on Bald Head Island, North Carolina.

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I just saved an MSP owner from six months of pain, tens of thousands of wasted dollars, and zero results—all in about two minutes on a coaching call. He was trying to hire a commission-only sales rep with a $40K "guarantee" and couldn't figure out why he wasn't getting candidates. The problems were massive: he expected them to close deals in 90 days when his sales cycle was 90 days, meaning they'd need three qualified opportunities on day one just to have a chance at hitting quota. Commission-only structures attract less experienced reps, create mercenary behavior, and signal to good salespeople that you either don't have money or aren't willing to invest in the role. In this episode, I break down why this approach fails, the real math behind sales ramp time (hint: it's your sales cycle times two), and what you should actually be hiring for—lead generation, closing, or both. If you're a business owner thinking about hiring sales, this will save you a fortune in mistakes.//Welcome to Repeatable Revenue, hosted by strategic growth advisor , Ray J. Green.About Ray:→ Former Managing Director of National Small & Midsize Business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he doubled revenue per sale in fundraising, led the first increase in SMB membership, co-built a national Mid-Market sales channel, and more.→ Former CEO operator for several investor groups where he led turnarounds of recently acquired small businesses.→ Current founder of MSP Sales Partners, where we currently help IT companies scale sales: www.MSPSalesPartners.com→ Current Sales & Sales Management Expert in Residence at the world's largest IT business mastermind.→ Current Managing Partner of Repeatable Revenue Ventures, where we scale B2B companies we have equity in: www.RayJGreen.com//Follow Ray on:YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

In this episode of The Unfolding: Presented by The Loveland Foundation Podcast, host Rachel Keener talks with Dr. Charmain Jackman—CEO and founder of Innopsych and author of The Black Therapist Guide to Private Practice and Entrepreneurship. Together, they explore the ongoing need to make mental health care accessible, especially for Black women and girls.Dr. Jackman shares her path from Barbados to psychology, and how the struggle to find therapists of color inspired her to build Innopsych. She reflects on the platform's growth through the pandemic and racial justice movements, and the gaps she continues to see in support for clinicians—particularly around business training, sustainability, and burnout.They discuss what it means for healers to not just survive but truly thrive, and Dr. Jackman speaks openly about her own experiences with stress, boundaries, and rest. Dr. Jackman also shares the everyday practices that keep her grounded—family traditions, bold and expressive clothing, mindfulness rituals—and how joy can function as resistance, restoration, and a reminder of possibility.More about Dr. Charmain:Dr. Charmain Jackman is an award-winning psychologist, TEDx speaker, and entrepreneur with over two decades in mental health. She founded InnoPsych, connecting more than 10,000 people to therapists of color and expanding access to culturally responsive care.Her book, The Black Therapist's Guide to Private Practice and Entrepreneurship, supports BIPOC clinicians in building sustainable, profitable practices. A champion of mental health equity and workplace wellbeing, she has been recognized with honors such as the 2025 Boston Business Journal Innovators in Healthcare award and featured in outlets including Oprah Daily, Essence, NPR, the New York Times, and the Boston Globe.Dr. Jackman serves on the Massachusetts 988 Commission, holds a doctorate from the University of Southern Mississippi, and completed pediatric forensic psychology training at Harvard Medical School. She is also a wife and mom to two creative humans, grounding her in joy and compassion.–The Unfolding: Presented by The Loveland Foundation podcast is an additional resource not only to the public but also to our therapy fund cohort members. The Loveland Foundation therapy fund and resources are only made possible through support from our community. At The Loveland Foundation, we are committed to showing up for communities of color in unique and powerful ways, with a particular focus on Black women and girls. Our resources and initiatives are collaborative and they prioritize opportunity, access, validation, and healing. Since our founding, the Therapy Fund has provided financial support for therapy to over 13,000 Black women, girls, and non-binary individuals across the country.Links:Join The Abundance Collective: https://thelovelandfoundation.org/abundanceSupport the show: https://give.thelovelandfoundation.org/give/436656/#!/donation/checkoutFollow Dr. Charmain on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askdrcharmain/Follow The Loveland Foundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelovelandfoundation/Visit the Loveland Foundation's website: https://thelovelandfoundation.org/Support the show

Norbert Heuser is a German born and raised inventor, entrepreneur, public speaker, life & health coach, a management consultant, and authorJoin my PodFather Podcast Coaching Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about Start Your Own SKOOL Communityhttps://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71  #NorbertHeuser #phonedangers #celldangers About my Guest Norbert Heuser:German born and raised inventor, entrepreneur, public speaker, life & health coach, a management consultant, and author. He spent most of his time in the past 45 years between my own companies in Germany, Taiwan, Mainland China and Hong Kong. Nowadays my HQ is still in Germany  Awakening Podcast Social Media / Coaching My Other Podcasts  ⁠⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠ What we Discussed: 00:00 Introduction to my Guest Norbert Heuse02:05 What happened Norbert 17 years ago 03:55 His Grandson was very sick05:25 Developing his 1st Product for Cellphones06:45 Other Products he developed07:15 Illness that can be caused by Cell Phones08:50 Warning on Phones10:05 What does 5G mean11:10 THousands of Towers installed during Lockdown12:00 5G was developed in the 1960's by the Army14:50 Understanding 4G V's 5G16:00 The Transmitters are small and Hidden17:30 Where I have seen the transmitters in Poland19:10 Our bodies are based on Electricity22:10 He does not hate Cellphones24:50 Cell Phone Addiction25:50 No Insurance company will cover you against Electro Magnetic Radiation27:25 Every 3rd Person is dying of Cancer29:30 The Dangers of the Cell Phones30:40 The Cell Phone Scam31:50 The Heat test he did with his own Technology34:00 Brain Tumors are on the increase34:40 What is SAR relating to Phone safety36:29 Who is the Commission regarding SAR38:00 How they determined the limits41:20 Phone companies pretending its safe acrording to SAR41:40 Health Consequences from Phones44:30 Radiation damage to the Brain48:15 Know how many antennas are in your area50:00 How many Wifi connections running through your body in a Hospital51:00 The Towers should not be on Schools or Hospitals 51:20 A school in California had cancer cases from the cell Tower53:20 Digital Tattoo inside the Jab55:20 5G destroys the Water Structure57:00 Not all Dr's are aware of this58:50 The Myth Busters of Electro Radiation1:02:45 What is a dangerous Range from a Cell phone 1:07:00 Companies selling devices to Block Electronic Radiation that don't work1:08:45 Bodywell pretending device protects you1:11:15 Testing 22 Products that did not work1:13:00 People to Trust regarding information about Radiation1:15:00 The Difference between Sympathethic & Parasympathic Nerve System1:17:00 No one takes responsibility for cell phone damage1:17:25 The Technology he developed to protect you1:20:00 Guaranteed for 5 Years1:21:20 Explaining the Technology with Quantum Physics1:25:05 Are you protected from other Peoples Phones1:30:00 What he device looks like1:30:40 Independent test proving it works1:42:35 His Definition of Health1:44:00 The people that have influenced Norbert Previous Interviews with Norbert Heuserhttps://www.awakeningpodcast.org/401-are-you-addicted-to-caffeine-norbert-heuser/Contact Norbert Heuser:  https://improveyourlifewithnorbert.com/ https://www.facebook.com/improveyourlife.us https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqFx3ER2XYEOWZP619Sq68g https://www.instagram.com/improveyourlife_with_norbert https://www.linkedin.com/company/improveyourlifewithnorbert/ More about the Awakening Podcast:All Episodes can be found at www.awakeningpodcast.org Our Facebook Group can be found at https://www.facebook.com/royawakening #coffee #awakening #health #cellprotection #phoneprotection

Vous aimez notre peau de caste ? Soutenez-nous ! https://www.lenouvelespritpublic.fr/abonnementUne émission de Philippe Meyer, enregistrée au studio l'Arrière-boutique le 21 novembre 2025.Avec cette semaine :Jean-Louis Bourlanges, essayiste, ancien président de la Commission des Affaires étrangères de l'Assemblée nationale.Matthias Fekl, avocat et ancien ministre de l'Intérieur.Antoine Foucher, consultant, spécialiste des questions sociales, auteur de Sortir du travail qui ne paie plus.Béatrice Giblin, directrice de la revue Hérodote et fondatrice de l'Institut Français de Géopolitique.Y A-T-IL EN FRANCE UNE GAUCHE DE GOUVERNEMENT ?Le 16 octobre, le choix du Parti socialiste de ne pas censurer Sébastien Lecornu a réinterrogé les alliances au sein du bloc non mélenchoniste. Ce vote a profondément divisé la gauche. Une partie de ce camp, incarnée par les socialistes, a décidé de jouer le jeu du compromis avec l'exécutif, obtenant la promesse d'une suspension de la réforme des retraites et un abandon du 49.3. Une victoire sur les retraites accueillie favorablement par la direction de la CFDT perçue comme un jalon dans le rétablissement de liens, aujourd'hui ténus, avec le mouvement social-réformateur. Pour L'historien Mathieu Fulla, ce choix de la non-censure par le Parti socialiste s'inscrit dans « une mémoire partisane qui associe socialisme et défense de la République ». Les socialistes considèrent qu'il vaut mieux faire des concessions, contre quelques victoires. Une autre partie de la gauche, celle emmenée par La France Insoumise mais composée d'une écrasante majorité des députés écologistes et communistes, n'a pas souhaité épargner le gouvernement et entend voter la censure. Les Insoumis, avec leur héritage de la gauche radicale, estiment que tout compromis est un « piège ».Dimanche dernier, à Pontoise dans le Val-d'Oise, l'ancien Premier ministre Bernard Cazeneuve organisait un rassemblement, présenté comme « inédit », des « différentes composantes de la gauche réformiste », avec un casting qui ne manquait pas de présidentiables, à dix-huit mois de l'échéance. Outre le président du mouvement la Convention, fondé en 2022 après sa rupture avec le Parti socialiste, on comptait l'ancien président de la République François Hollande, la présidente PS de la région Occitanie, Carole Delga, et le député européen et coprésident de Place publique, Raphaël Glucksmann. Une étude publiée par l'IFOP pour L'Opinion et Sud Radio, le 30 septembre, sur le premier tour de l'élection présidentielle de 2027 donne pour la première fois, une longueur d'avance à Raphaël Glucksmann par rapport à Jean-Luc Mélenchon et, dans certains scénarios, place l'eurodéputé au second tour du scrutin face à l'extrême droite. Les participants de ce rassemblement de la gauche réformiste partagent un même refus obstiné de l'alliance avec La France Insoumise. Ici, la culture du compromis continue de tenir lieu de boussole, en opposition à ce qu'ils nomment la « gauche de l'outrance ».Quoiqu'invité au rassemblement de Pontoise, le premier secrétaire du PS a privilégié, la veille, une autre rencontre. Celle qui réunissait à Trappes dans les Yvelines la gauche dite « unitaire », qui prépare l'organisation d'une primaire afin de désigner un candidat commun en 2027 : PS, Écologistes, Génération.s, L'Après, parti de Clémentine Autain, et Debout, de François Ruffin, autour de l'ex-première ministrable du Nouveau Front populaire, Lucie Castets. Mais, d'une primaire, tous les participants au raout social-démocrate de dimanche n'en veulent pas. À dix-huit mois de la présidentielle, la gauche avance toujours en ordre dispersé.L'ALGÉRIE ET LA FRANCE : ENTENTE IMPOSSIBLE, RUPTURE IMPROBABLEEntre embellies et tensions, la relation entre la France et l'Algérie oscille sans cesse. Après une série de différends entre les deux pays, le 31 juillet 2024 allait marquer un tournant majeur : à la surprise générale, le président français est sorti de sa traditionnelle neutralité sur le dossier ultrasensible du Sahara occidental en reconnaissant la souveraineté marocaine sur ce territoire disputé par Rabat et les indépendantistes du Front Polisario, soutenus par Alger. Ce revirement spectaculaire provoqua la colère de l'Algérie, qui rappela son ambassadeur et suspendit la coopération entre les deux pays, notamment en matière de politique migratoire, de sécurité et d'accords économiques. Ce fut le début d'une des crises diplomatiques les plus graves depuis l'indépendance en 1962.Après plus d'un an de cette crise émaillée par l'arrestation à Alger en novembre 2024 de l'écrivain franco-algérien Boualem Sansal, gracié le 12 novembre dernier et de retour en France, le nouveau ministre français de l'Intérieur, Laurent Nuñez, multiplie les déclarations exprimant sa volonté de renouer « le dialogue » avec l'Algérie. Il se démarque ainsi de son prédécesseur, Bruno Retailleau et assume d'engager une politique de détente avec l'Algérie pour reprendre la coopération sécuritaire sur les questions de terrorisme et de narcotrafic. Il compte aussi sur Alger pour faciliter les expulsions d'Algériens en situation irrégulière.Le Premier ministre français a regretté le vote par l'Assemblée nationale, le 30 octobre, pour la première fois de la Vème République, d'un texte du Rassemblement national, en faveur de la dénonciation de l'accord franco-algérien de 1968 – qui régit les règles du séjour des Algériens en France. Sébastien Lecornu s'est toutefois dit favorable à une renégociation de l'accord, que deux rapports parlementaires de 2025 ont jugé trop favorable aux Algériens et ne se justifiant plus, soixante-trois ans après l'indépendance. Les immigrés algériens en France représentent la plus importante communauté immigrée dans le pays, avec près de 900.000 personnes.Si l'heure semble à la décrispation, cependant, l'historien Benjamin Stora estime que « la crise entre l'Algérie et la France a été très dure et très profonde. D'un côté comme de l'autre, elle va laisser des traces. » Il pointe les écueils qui demeurent : à commencer par l'incarcération du journaliste français Christophe Gleizes, arrêté en mai 2024 alors qu'il réalisait des reportages sur le football en Kabylie, mais aussi la position de Paris sur le Sahara-Occidental, la question des obligations de quitter le territoire français (OQTF), les questions sécuritaires dans le Sahel et les questions migratoires.Chaque semaine, Philippe Meyer anime une conversation d'analyse politique, argumentée et courtoise, sur des thèmes nationaux et internationaux liés à l'actualité. Pour en savoir plus : www.lenouvelespritpublic.frHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

This week, the European Commission unveiled a sweeping plan to overhaul how the EU enforces its digital and privacy rules as part of a ‘Digital Omnibus,' aiming to ease compliance burdens and speed up implementation of the bloc's landmark laws. Branded as a “simplification” initiative, the omnibus proposal touches core areas of EU tech regulation — notably the AI Act and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).The Commission argues that this update is necessary to ensure practical implementation of the laws, but civil society organizations see the proposed reform as the “biggest rollback of digital fundamental rights in EU history.”At the same time, leaders are talking loudly about digital sovereignty — including at last week's summit in Berlin. But with the Omnibus appearing to weaken protections and tilt power toward large tech firms, what kind of sovereignty is actually being built?Tech Policy Press associate editor Ramsha Jahangir spoke to two experts to understand what the EU is trying to achieve:Leevi Saari, EU Policy Fellow at AI Now InstituteJulia Smakman, Senior Researcher at the Ada Lovelace Institute

Continue in The Gospel(2 Timothy 3:1-17)For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. Message SlidesThe Uniqueness of Scripture - LeifeldDepravity on Parade - SwindollHow to Respond to Evil - Swindoll2 Timothy 3 - Bill MounceInterpretation - J. I. PackerMaking a Difference (Bible Study Methods) - SwindollThe Origin and Purpose of Scripture - John StottYou, however, continue in the things you have learned and become convinced of, knowing from whom you have learned them, and that from childhood you have known the sacred writings which are able to give you the wisdom that leads to salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. (3:14-15) NASBThe Nature of the Last Days (3:1-9)Some have always been and will always be unresponsiveto the work of God-Run Away!False Teachers (3:1-5)Easy Victims (3:6-7)Clear Folly (3:8-9)The Power of God's Word (3:10-17)Paul's Example of Faithfulness (3:10-13)Timothy's Commission to be Faithful (3:14-15)The Inspiration & Value of Scripture Explained (3:16-17)Stay anchored in Scripture because it is foundational and transformative.Nature: God-breathed & ProfitableFunction: Belief & Behavior+ Teaching: Positive related to Belief  - Reproof: Negative related to Behavior - Correction: Negative related to Belief+ Training: Positive related to BehaviorResult: Character & Service= Adequate: Character (aptioc)= Equipped: Service (éEaptizw)God designed the church to have the God-breathed Word of God to shape our lives in both belief and behavior producing character and service-so that we will be a powerful witness in the last days.Home Church QuestionsThe Nature of the Last Days (3:1-9)Paul says the "last days" will be marked by people who "hold to a form of godliness but deny its power." What does this look like in You?How can we recognize this in ourselves before it takes root? How could living in real community prevent this.The Power of God's Word (3:10-17)Who has modeled faithful endurance in your life?What specific qualities make someone's example worth following?What might persecution look like in our Conway Arkansas today?Timothy's Commission to be Faithful (3:14-15)What spiritual habits have you learned that you need to continue in?In what ways can you pass a heritage of faith to the next generation?The Inspiration and Value of Scripture (3:16-17)What does it mean that Scripture is "God-breathed"? How does this conviction shape the way we read, trust, and apply the Bible?The passage outlines Scripture's four functions: teaching, reproof, correction, and training. Which of these do you most welcome in your life—and which do you resist? Why?In what ways do belief and behavior work together to make us powerful witnesses for Christ?Pray for the Unreached: The Ath Pahariya in Nepal In the hills of eastern Nepal, the Ath Pahariya people blend Hindu, Buddhist, and spirit worship traditions--strongholds that keep them from knowing the one true God. Dependent on farming and steeped in ritual, they live with deep spiritual need but little access to the gospel. Pray that God would send workers to share His truth, that the Ath Pahariya would turn from empty religion, and that a new movementFinancesWeekly Budget 34,615Giving For 11/09 50,812Giving For 11/16 24,985YTD Budget 692,308Giving 643,272 OVER/(UNDER) (49,036) Turn In Your Gospel Opportunities Today!What an amazing Collection Week we've had at Fellowship—thousands of shoeboxes have already been received and are ready to go on their way to children across the globe! If you haven't brought your boxes in yet, there's still time. Drop them off today between 1:00 and 6:00 PM. Remember, every single shoebox represents a child who will hear the hope-filled message of the Gospel—many for the very first time. Your generosity doesn't just send gifts; it shares the love of Jesus with a child and their family. We can't wait to celebrate all that God has done through our church! Join us on December 14 during both services as we reveal the final number of shoeboxes collected.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship Kids Parents' Night OutParents, this night is for you! Drop off your kids for an evening full of fun while you enjoy some time to yourselves. Feed your kiddos dinner, dress them in their favorite pajamas, and bring them over! We'll play games, make Christmas crafts, enjoy a snack, and watch a movie together.​ Register by November 24 at fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship Women's Potluck and P.J.'sLadies, grab your cozy PJs, a dish to share, and join us for a fun night together on Thursday, December 4th, from 6–8 p.m. at 11 Skyland Dr. (home of Amy McKissack). Come with a friend or make a new one — it's going to be a relaxed evening of food, laughter, and great company! Join a Home ChurchHome Church small groups are about building a deep community where we are transformed into the image of Christ and serve a broken world for the sake of the gospel. If you are not in a Home Church, we encourage you go to fellowshipconway.org/homechurch or stop by the Connection table in the Atrium. Men's Discussion GroupMen's Discussion Group is tackling C.S. Lewis' The Great Divorce starting Thursday, December 4th from 6-8pm. Through fable and allegory, Lewis dreams he's on a bus between Hell and Heaven—a wild setup for compelling conversations. All men are welcome. Widows' Christmas Party Luncheon - Thursday, December 11th Join us for a special time of food, friendship, and Christmas fun! We'll gather at Ambra's home (3680 Gresham Dr) to enjoy lunch and celebrate the season together. Please RSVP by Monday, December 1 to: Judy: (501) 329-3535 or Ambra: (501) 730-6795. Fellowship Women's Hebrews Bible StudyThis February, join us for Jesus Is Greater—an eight-week Bible study through the book of Hebrews created to deepen your faith, renew your hope, and connect you with other women pursuing Jesus. Led by Rebecca Carter and Heather Harrison, we'll meet on Tuesday nights at 6:30 p.m., beginning February 3rd at Fellowship. Free childcare is available - to reserve a spot, simply text Shanna at 501-336-0332 by January 28th. 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In this special edition, we're joined by Jon Gedling, Director of Estates for the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, to discuss the challenges and responsibilities involved in caring for First World War cemeteries in Belgium and France. We explore the history behind making these cemeteries permanent after the Great War, how maintenance practices have evolved, and the background to the so-called “black spot” issue. Jon explains what recent investigations have revealed, how the CWGC is addressing the problem, what the future might hold, and how visitors to the Western Front battlefields can support the Commission's work.If you want to report an issue in a cemetery you have visited you can contact the CWGC.Sign up for the free podcast newsletter here: Old Front Line Bulletin.You can order Old Front Line Merch via The Old Front Line Shop.Got a question about this episode or any others? Drop your question into the Old Front Line Discord Server or email the podcast.Send us a textSupport the show

"Any time the patient hears the word 'cancer,' they shut down a little bit, right? They may not hear everything that the oncologist or urologist, or whoever is talking to them about their treatment options, is saying. The oncology nurse is a great person to sit down with the patient and go over the information with them at a level they can understand a little bit more. To go over all the treatment options presented by the physician, and again, make sure that we understand their goals of care," ONS member Clara Beaver, DNP, RN, AOCNS®, ACNS-BC, manager of clinical education and clinical nurse specialist at Karmanos Cancer Institute in Detroit, MI, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about prostate cancer treatment considerations for nurses.  Music Credit: "Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Earn 0.5 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by November 21, 2026. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to the treatment of prostate cancer. Episode Notes  Complete this evaluation for free NCPD. ONS Podcast™ episodes: Episode 387: Prostate Cancer Screening, Early Detection, and Disparities Episode 373: Biomarker Testing in Prostate Cancer Episode 324: Pharmacology 101: LHRH Antagonists and Agonists Episode 321: Pharmacology 101: CYP17 Inhibitors Episode 208: How to Have Fertility Preservation Conversations With Your Patients Episode 194: Sex Is a Component of Patient-Centered Care ONS Voice articles: Communication Models Help Nurses Confidently Address Sexual Concerns in Patients With Cancer Exercise Before ADT Treatment Reduces Rate of Side Effects Frank Conversations Enhance Sexual and Reproductive Health Support During Cancer Nurses Are Key to Patients Navigating Genitourinary Cancers Sexual Considerations for Patients With Cancer The Case of the Genomics-Guided Care for Prostate Cancer ONS books: Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice (Second Edition) Manual for Radiation Oncology Nursing Practice and Education (Fifth Edition) Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing articles: Brachytherapy: Increased Use in Patients With Intermediate- and High-Risk Prostate Cancers Physical Activity: A Feasibility Study on Exercise in Men Newly Diagnosed With Prostate Cancer The Role of the Advanced Practice Provider in Bone Health Management for the Prostate Cancer Population Oncology Nursing Forum articles: An Exploratory Study of Cognitive Function and Central Adiposity in Men Receiving Androgen Deprivation Therapy for Prostate Cancer ONS Guidelines™ for Cancer Treatment–Related Hot Flashes in Women With Breast Cancer and Men With Prostate Cancer Other ONS resources: Biomarker Database (refine by prostate cancer) Biomarker Testing in Prostate Cancer: The Role of the Oncology Nurse Brachytherapy Huddle Card External Beam Radiation Huddle Card Hormone Therapy Huddle Card Luteinizing Hormone-Releasing Hormone Antagonist Huddle Card Sexuality Huddle Card American Cancer Society prostate cancer page National Comprehensive Cancer Network homepage To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.  To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org Highlights From This Episode "I think it's important to note that urologists are usually the ones that are doing the diagnosis of prostate cancer and really start that staging of prostate cancer. And the medical oncologists usually are not consulted until the patient is at a greater stage of prostate cancer. I find that it's important to state because a lot of our patients start with urologists, and by the time they've come to us, they're a lot further staged. But once a prostate cancer has been suspected, the patient needs to be staged for the extent of disease prior to that physician making any treatment recommendations. The staging includes doing a core biopsy of the prostate gland. During this core biopsy, they take multiple different cores at different areas throughout the prostate to really look to see what the cancer looks like." TS 1:46 "[For] the very low- and low-risk group, the most common [treatment] is active surveillance. ... Patients can be offered other options such as radiation therapy or surgery if they're not happy with active surveillance. ... The intermediate-risk group has favorable and unfavorable [status]. So, if they're a favorable, their Gleason score is usually a bit lower, things are not as advanced. These patients are offered active surveillance and then either radical prostatectomy with possible removal of lymph nodes or radiation—external beam or brachytherapy. If a patient has unfavorable intermediate risk, they are offered radical prostatectomy with removal of lymph nodes, external radiation therapy plus hormone therapy, or external radiation with brachytherapy. All three of these are offered to patients, although most frequently we see that our patients are taken in for radical prostatectomy. For the high- or very high-risk [group], patients are offered radiation therapy with hormone therapy, typically for one to three years. And then radical prostatectomy with removal of lymph nodes could also be offered for those patients." TS 7:55 "Radiation can play a role in any risk group depending on the patient's preference. ... The types of radiation that we use are external beam, brachytherapy, which is an internal therapy, and radiopharmaceuticals, [which are] more for advanced cancer, but we are seeing them used in prostate [cancer] as well. External beam radiation focuses on the tumor and any metastasis we may have with the tumor. It can be used in any risk [group] and for recurrence if radiation has not been done previously. If a patient has already been radiated to the pelvic area or to the prostate, radiation is usually not given again because we don't want to damage the patient any further. Brachytherapy is when we put radioactive pellets directly into the prostate. For early-stage prostate cancer, this can be given alone. And for patients who have a higher risk of the cancer growing outside the prostate, it can be given in combination with external beam radiation. It's important to note with brachytherapy, it cannot be used on patients who've had a transurethral resection of the prostate or any urinary problems. And if the patient has a large prostate, they may have to be on some hormone therapy prior to brachytherapy, just to shrink that prostate down a little bit to get the best effect. ... Radiopharmaceuticals treat the prostate-specific membrane antigen." TS 11:05 "The side effects of surgery are usually what deter the patient from wanting surgery. The first one is urinary incontinence. A lot of times, a patient has a lot of urinary incontinence after they have surgery. The other one is erectile dysfunction. A lot of patients may not want to have erectile dysfunction. Or, if having an erection is important to the patient, they may not want to have surgery to damage that. In this day and age, physicians have gotten a lot better at doing nerve-sparing surgeries. And so they really do try to do that so that the patient does not have any issues with erectile dysfunction after surgery. But [depending on] the extent of the cancer where it's growing around those nerves or there are other things going on, they may not be able to save those nerves." TS 15:26 "Luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone, or LHRH antagonists or analogs, lower the amount of testosterone made by the testicles. We're trying to stop those hormones from growing to prevent the cancer. ... When we lower the testosterone very quickly, there can be a lot more side effects. But if we lower it a little bit less, we can maybe help prevent some of them. The side effects are important. When I was writing this up, I was thinking, 'Okay, this is basically what women go through when they go through menopause.' We're decreasing the estrogen. We're now decreasing the testosterone. So, the patients can have reduced or absent sexual desire, they can have gynecomastia, hot flashes, osteopenia, anemia, decreased mental sharpness, loss of muscle mass, weight gain, and fatigue." TS 17:50 "What we all need to remember is that no patient is the same. They may not have the same goals for treatment as the physicians or the nurses want for the patient. We talked about surgery as the most common treatment modality that's presented to patients, but it's not necessarily the option that they want. It's really important for healthcare professionals to understand their biases before talking to the patients and the family. It's also important to remember that not all patients are in heterosexual relationships, so we need to explain recovery after treatment to meet the needs of our patients and their sexual relationships, which is sometimes hard for us. But remembering that—especially gay men—they may not have the same recovery period as a heterosexual male when it comes to sexual relationships. So, making sure that we have those frank conversations with our patients and really check our biases prior to going in and talking with them." TS 27:16

Full shownotes, transcript and resources here: https://soundbitesrd.com/299                   This episode is sponsored. Commercial support has been provided by Danone North America & Light + Fit. Constance Brown-Riggs is a paid consultant to Danone North America. No brands are discussed or promoted.  This episode explores how culturally relevant, patient-centered nutrition strategies can support Type 2 Diabetes (T2DM) risk reduction. Through an evidence-based lens, it highlights the role of flexible eating patterns and nutrient-dense foods in promoting sustainable dietary change across diverse populations. Tune in to this episode to learn about: ·       why culturally relevant care matters ·       what can happen when nutrition guidance doesn't align with cultural foodways ·       what the science says about flexible eating patterns in T2DM ·       what the science says about the role of yogurt in supporting T2DM risk reduction ·       the qualified health claim regarding yogurt and T2DM ·       how RDNs can help patients navigate barriers to change ·       the role of patient centered care and communication ·       tips for empowering patients to adopt flexible eating patterns ·       how to emphasize achievable and enjoyable habits vs. restriction ·       building trust and supporting sustainable changes ·       how to approach culturally relevant conversations more confidently ·       resources for health professionals and the public  This episode (Food, Culture, and Care: Type 2 Diabetes Risk Reduction & Management) awards 1.0 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration's CPEU Prior Approval Program.

It is late January 1677 in Virginia. Loyalists under the command of Governor Sir William Berkeley had suppressed Bacon’s Rebellion just after New Year. Now Berkeley was prosecuting the surviving leaders of the rebellion, and loyalist units were looting the estates of wealthy Baconistas to recover losses they had suffered during the war. Then a fleet from London materialized at the mouth of the James, carrying three royal commissioners and a thousand “red coats,” English regular infantry. Their mission, per Charles II, was to suppress the rebellion – which Berkeley and his supporters had already done – and to discover the root causes of the rebellion. They were not prepared to intervene in a peace they had not fought for, which peace Berkeley was determined to shape to the advantage of his faction. Berkeley’s first interest was in justice for himself and his allies, the loyalists who had defended the government of the Crown; the commissioners were focused on the fiscal priorities of the Crown, and were therefore intent on moving beyond the war – bygones – and getting Virginia back to the important work of growing tobacco. There would be consequences. Note: This episode was on the technical struggle bus, and first launched with a defective file. If you have trouble listening, try redownloading it. My Substack Check out the new merch store! X – @TheHistoryOfTh2 – https://x.com/TheHistoryOfTh2 Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/HistoryOfTheAmericans Selected references for this episode (Commission earned for Amazon purchases through the episode notes on our website) James D. Rice, Tales from a Revolution: Bacon's Rebellion and the Transformation of Early America Wilcomb E. Washburn, The Governor and the Rebel: A History of Bacon's Rebellion in Virginia Charles McLean Andrews, Narratives of the Insurrections, 1675-1690 Edmund S. Morgan, American Slavery, American Freedom Stephen Saunders Webb, 1676: The End of American Independence Wilcomb E. Washburn, Review of Webb, 1676: The End of American Independence, Pacific Historical Review, May 1985. John M. Murrin, Review of Webb, 1676: The End of American Independence, The William and Mary Quarterly, January 1986.