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Scholastic Author Julia Donaldson Honored With a Damehood
NEW YORK, June 16 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release:
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Author Julia Donaldson Honored with a Damehood
Scholastic author Julia Donaldson was recently honored with a Damehood in King Charles' Birthday Honours for her services to literature.
Donaldson has published with Scholastic for twenty years, releasing beloved books such as Zog, Stick Man and The Christmas Pine.
"Receiving this honour has been a very happy surprise," said Dame Julia Donaldson. "It's really gratifying to have children's books recognised in this way.
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NEW YORK, June 16 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release:
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Author Julia Donaldson Honored with a Damehood
Scholastic author Julia Donaldson was recently honored with a Damehood in King Charles' Birthday Honours for her services to literature.
Donaldson has published with Scholastic for twenty years, releasing beloved books such as Zog, Stick Man and The Christmas Pine.
"Receiving this honour has been a very happy surprise," said Dame Julia Donaldson. "It's really gratifying to have children's books recognised in this way.I'm so grateful for all the enthusiastic support I've had during my career from people in the book world - those in the very many libraries, schools and bookshops I've visited over the years, my wonderful illustrators, the publishers and literacy charities I've been involved with, and of course my readers. Going back further, perhaps my biggest debt of all is to the library which was in walking distance of my childhood home and the librarian who helped me discover the books and authors that I came to love. Without that place and person I probably would never have become a children's writer - let alone a Dame! So I'm making a plea to the government for more libraries and more librarians in our communities and schools, so that the current generation of children can enjoy all the benefits that reading brings."
The King's Birthday Honours mark the extraordinary contributions and service of people across the UK.
Donaldson was celebrated for her commitment to sharing stories through writing, performing and charity support.
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Original text here: https://www.scholastic.com/newsroom/all-news/author-julia-donaldson-honored-with-a-damehood.html
[Category: BizMedia]
Mayer Brown Announces New Leaders of Mass Torts, Product Liability & Environmental Law Practice
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Mayer Brown announces new leaders of Mass Torts, Product Liability & Environmental Law practice
Mayer Brown is pleased to announce that partner Davina Pujari has been appointed leader of the firm's Mass Torts, Product Liability & Environmental Law practice, one of the nation's premier platforms for helping companies navigate complex litigation, regulatory challenges, and emerging risks.
Davina has tapped partners Chris Rheinheimer and Gina Aiello as deputy practice leaders, forming
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CHICAGO, Illinois, June 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Mayer Brown announces new leaders of Mass Torts, Product Liability & Environmental Law practice
Mayer Brown is pleased to announce that partner Davina Pujari has been appointed leader of the firm's Mass Torts, Product Liability & Environmental Law practice, one of the nation's premier platforms for helping companies navigate complex litigation, regulatory challenges, and emerging risks.
Davina has tapped partners Chris Rheinheimer and Gina Aiello as deputy practice leaders, forminga leadership team that together has decades of experience litigating some of the country's most complex environmental, product liability, mass tort, and aggregate litigation matters. Collectively, they have served as national counsel, lead trial counsel, and strategic advisors for clients facing complex coordinated proceedings, multidistrict litigation, government investigations and enforcement actions, environmental contamination claims, catastrophic injury litigation, and emerging-risk disputes across the United States.
Having joined Mayer Brown in September 2025, Davina brings more than 25 years of experience in environmental, civil, and criminal law. A nationally recognized environmental litigator and trial lawyer, she represents clients in major enforcement actions, contamination disputes, and high-profile matters under key federal and state laws. She also advises on investigations, crisis events, and complex challenges spanning legal, regulatory, operational, and reputational risk.
Chris is a leading environmental and mass tort litigator focused on complex disputes involving emerging contaminants, groundwater contamination, and environmental enforcement. He is known for translating technical and scientific issues into effective trial strategies and advising clients on high-stakes litigation and environmental liabilities across the United States.
Gina is a nationally recognized product liability and mass tort litigator who leads nationwide defense strategies and complex, expert driven litigation. She advises on high stakes product liability, toxic tort, and catastrophic injury matters, guiding clients from pre suit through trial and appeal.
"Companies are facing an increasingly sophisticated and well-funded plaintiffs' bar, expanding theories of liability, and rapidly evolving regulatory landscapes," Davina said. "Our group provides clients with the proactive, forward-looking counsel they need to navigate emerging liabilities and anticipate shifting litigation risks. From environmental contamination and toxic torts to emerging technologies and next-generation mass litigation, we are uniquely positioned to help clients address their most significant challenges. I'm honored to lead this practice and excited to build on Mayer Brown's strong foundation in this space."
Michael Olsen, leader of Mayer Brown's Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice, added: "Davina's leadership, trial experience, and strategic judgment make her exceptionally well suited to lead this practice. Together with Chris and Gina, she will continue building one of the country's strongest teams for product liability, mass tort, environmental, and high-stakes litigation matters."
Mayer Brown's Mass Torts, Product Liability & Environmental Law practice helps clients address the full spectrum of litigation, regulatory, and business challenges arising from products, chemicals, industrial operations, environmental conditions, and emerging technologies. The team advises and defends many of the world's leading companies and regularly serves as national coordinating counsel, lead trial counsel, and strategic advisor in matters presenting significant legal, operational, and reputational exposure. The practice has extensive experience handling nationwide coordinated proceedings, multidistrict litigation, class actions, environmental enforcement actions, contamination disputes, toxic exposure claims, catastrophic injury litigation, and other high-consequence matters across a broad range of industries.
For more information, please visit here (https://www.mayerbrown.com/en/services/mass-torts-product-liability-environmental-law).
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Original text here: https://www.mayerbrown.com/en/news/2026/06/mayer-brown-announces-new-leaders-of-mass-torts-product-liability-and-environmental-law-practice
Marcus & Millichap Announces Sale of 10-Suite Retail Strip Property in Cedar Springs, Michigan
ENCINO, California, June 16 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release on June 15, 2026:
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Marcus & Millichap Announces Sale of 10-Suite Retail Strip Property in Cedar Springs, Michigan
CEDAR SPRINGS, Mich. - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Cedar Springs Retail Center, a 10-suite strip center in Cedar Springs, Michigan.
"The center's strong occupancy and location within an established retail corridor surrounded by national
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ENCINO, California, June 16 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release on June 15, 2026:
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Marcus & Millichap Announces Sale of 10-Suite Retail Strip Property in Cedar Springs, Michigan
CEDAR SPRINGS, Mich. - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Cedar Springs Retail Center, a 10-suite strip center in Cedar Springs, Michigan.
"The center's strong occupancy and location within an established retail corridor surrounded by nationaltenants made it an attractive investment opportunity," said Darin Gross, senior director investments. "Cedar Springs shows consistent fundamentals and maintains a stable position within the broader market."
Gross, Ashish Vakhariya and Seth Haron, investment specialists in Marcus & Millichap's Detroit office, had the exclusive listing to market the property on behalf of the seller, a private group based in west Michigan.
Cedar Springs Retail Center is a 15,879-square-foot retail property located at 4116 17 Mile Road, approximately 20 miles north of Grand Rapids.
Built in 2004, the center features a mix of restaurant and service tenants, including Subway, Little Caesars and Great Clips, and is positioned just off U.S. 131 near national retailers such as Meijer, ALDI, Tractor Supply Co., Dollar Tree and AutoZone.
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About Marcus & Millichap, Inc. (NYSE: MMI)
Marcus & Millichap, Inc. is a leading brokerage firm specializing in commercial real estate investment sales, financing, research and advisory services with offices throughout the United States and Canada. As of December 31, 2025, the company had 1,808 investment sales and financing professionals in over 80 offices who provide investment brokerage and financing services to sellers and buyers of commercial real estate. The company also offers market research, consulting and advisory services to clients. Marcus & Millichap closed 8,818 transactions in 2025, with a sales volume of approximately $50.9 billion. For additional information, please visit www.MarcusMillichap.com.
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Original text here: https://www.marcusmillichap.com/news-events/press/2026/06/06-15-cedarsprings
[Category: BizRealEstate]
Littler Issues Commentary: Big Changes Ahead - Connecticut Introduces Required Training for Homemaker-Companion Agencies
SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 16 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on June 15, 2026, by New Haven office managing shareholder Paula N. Anthony:
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Big Changes Ahead: Connecticut Introduces Required Training for Homemaker-Companion Agencies
Beginning January 1, 2027, Connecticut homemaker-companion agencies will be required to provide at least eight hours of paid training to new and current employees from a list of training programs approved by Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection (DPC) on topics prescribed by statute. A homemaker-companion provides nonmedical,
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 16 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on June 15, 2026, by New Haven office managing shareholder Paula N. Anthony:
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Big Changes Ahead: Connecticut Introduces Required Training for Homemaker-Companion Agencies
Beginning January 1, 2027, Connecticut homemaker-companion agencies will be required to provide at least eight hours of paid training to new and current employees from a list of training programs approved by Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection (DPC) on topics prescribed by statute. A homemaker-companion provides nonmedical,basic supervision and supportive services to ensure the well-being and safety of a person in such person's home. Homemaker-companion agencies do not include home health care agencies.
Under Public Act No. 26-50, the DCP Commissioner has until October 1, 2026, working with the commissioners of public health, social services, developmental services and mental health and addiction services, to develop a list of approved training programs for homemaker-companion agency employees.
The goal of the new requirements, which originated with the legislature's Aging Committee, is to establish a baseline of skills for the employees of a largely unregulated industry where standards tend to vary from agency to agency.
Training requirements
Under the new requirements, employees must be provided initial training on the following topics within 90 days of hire:
* Maintaining a clean and safe environment, including best practices for dressing, bathing, and toileting assistance;
* Identifying and reporting abuse and neglect;
* identifying and reporting changes in a client's condition and service needs; and
* providing non-medical services to clients with Alzheimer's disease, if the employee will be attending a client with such needs.
Employees must also be provided with annual continuing education training on the above topics as well as communication, differentiating between medical and non-medical care, and other appropriate topics identified by DCP. Covered employees and the agencies that employ them will have to sign a form certifying compliance with the training requirements. Training records must be maintained in employee personnel files.
Exemptions
New hires who have completed - and can document - such training at another homemaker-companion agency within three years before hire need not repeat it. Registered nurse's aides, home health aides, personal care attendants and employees of homemaker-companion agencies who do not provide homemaker/companion services, such as administrative or maintenance personnel, will also be exempt from the training requirements.
What Steps Can Employers Take Now?
These training mandates are new to the homemaker-companion industry. Agencies subject to these requirements have six months to put systems in place to implement, track and record required training for new hires and existing employees in order to comply by the January 1 effective date.
Employers should consult experienced employment counsel to ensure timely compliance with these new requirements and to address related workforce and policy implications arising under Connecticut law.
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Authors
Paula N. Anthony
Office Managing Shareholder
New Haven
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Original text here: https://www.littler.com/news-analysis/asap/big-changes-ahead-connecticut-introduces-required-training-homemaker-companion
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Forbes Names Jami McKeon and Grace Speights to America's Top Women Lawyers List
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Forbes Names Jami McKeon and Grace Speights to America's Top Women Lawyers List
PHILADELPHIA and WASHINGTON, DC: Morgan Lewis Chair Jami McKeon and partner Grace Speights have been recognized by Forbes in its inaugural list of America's Top Women Lawyers.
Jami has served as the chair of Morgan Lewis for 12 years and, before that, led the firm's global litigation practice.Among the select leaders profiled by Forbes, she was recognized for leading "transformational
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PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Forbes Names Jami McKeon and Grace Speights to America's Top Women Lawyers List
PHILADELPHIA and WASHINGTON, DC: Morgan Lewis Chair Jami McKeon and partner Grace Speights have been recognized by Forbes in its inaugural list of America's Top Women Lawyers.
Jami has served as the chair of Morgan Lewis for 12 years and, before that, led the firm's global litigation practice.Among the select leaders profiled by Forbes, she was recognized for leading "transformationalgrowth across four continents, including the high-profile combination with Bingham McCutchen; global office openings in Munich, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Singapore, Shanghai, Seattle, and Riyadh; and office expansions in Asia, London, Paris, and throughout the United States."
Grace, who previously served as leader of the firm's global labor and employment practice, was lauded for the sophistication of her client service. "A pioneer in advising on workplace culture and misconduct issues," noted Forbes, "she has led high-profile internal investigations and counseled organizations through complex legal, governance, and reputational challenges."
Forbes reviewed thousands of nominees in a rigorous, multistep evaluation process to determine honorees who have reached "the pinnacle of a demanding profession and are reshaping the industry."
See the full list here (https://www.forbes.com/lists/top-women-lawyers/)
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Original text here: https://www.morganlewis.com/news/2026/06/forbes-names-jami-mckeon-and-grace-speights-to-americas-top-women-lawyers-list
Dentons Advises Chubu Electric Power on Yen23 Billion Investment in Continuum Green Energy Limited in India
WASHINGTON, June 16 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons advises Chubu Electric Power on Yen23 billion investment in Continuum Green Energy Limited in India
India--Dentons has advised Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc. on the signing of its approximately Yen23 billion investment in Continuum Green Energy Limited, India, a wind and solar power generation and electricity sales business supplying renewable power to commercial and industrial customers across India. Chubu Electric Power has entered into agreements to invest approximately Yen23 billion, equivalent to INR13.5
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WASHINGTON, June 16 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Dentons advises Chubu Electric Power on Yen23 billion investment in Continuum Green Energy Limited in India
India--Dentons has advised Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc. on the signing of its approximately Yen23 billion investment in Continuum Green Energy Limited, India, a wind and solar power generation and electricity sales business supplying renewable power to commercial and industrial customers across India. Chubu Electric Power has entered into agreements to invest approximately Yen23 billion, equivalent to INR13.5billion, in Continuum. The transaction comprises a share subscription and purchase arrangement and remains subject to customary regulatory approvals. Following receipt of those approvals, Chubu Electric Power will acquire shares in Continuum.
Continuum is one of India's leading independent renewable energy producers, supplying electricity to India's commercial and industrial sector through corporate power purchase agreements. The company's business spans wind and solar power generation and electricity sales, with projects across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan and Karnataka.
The transaction reflects the continued growth of India's renewable energy market and the increasing importance of clean energy procurement for commercial and industrial customers, including Japanese companies operating in India. Chubu Electric Power noted that, through the investment, it aims to contribute to India's decarbonisation while leveraging Chubu Electric Power Miraiz's customer network to support Japanese companies entering the Indian market in procuring renewable energy.
Andrew Clarke, relationship partner for Chubu Electric Power, said: "We are very pleased to have supported Chubu Electric Power on this important investment into India's renewable energy sector. The transaction required close coordination across many Dentons offices, jurisdictions and practice areas, and is a strong example of the role the Dentons Japan Desk can play in bringing together Japanese client relationships, local market execution and global sector experience. Working closely with Chubu Electric Power, our teams were able to combine international transaction support with the deep India-market capability of Dentons Link Legal. Rajesh and Prashanth led the transaction with excellent judgement and efficiency throughout, and their leadership was central to the successful signing of this transaction."
Rajesh Pal and Prashanth Sabeshan, who led the transaction for Dentons Link Legal, said: "We are delighted to have advised Chubu Electric Power on this strategic investment in Continuum Green Energy Limited. The transaction sits at the centre of several important themes: cross-border investment into India, the growth of renewable energy procurement by commercial and industrial customers and the increasing role of Japanese investors in India's energy transition. It required careful navigation of corporate, regulatory and sector-specific considerations, and close cooperation between our India team, Andrew, the Dentons Japan Desk and colleagues across the wider Dentons platform. We are proud to have contributed to a transaction of this significance for Chubu Electric Power."
The Dentons team was led by partners Rajesh Pal and Prashanth Sabeshan, with Andrew Clarke acting as relationship partner for Chubu Electric Power. The Indian team also included partners from different practice groups - Milind Jha, Ankur Loona, Aditya Singh, Aditya Bharadwaj, Nidhi Pathania, Gyanendra Mishra, Rahul Bagga, Mohit Porwal and Prasanta Sahu. The partners were ably supported by counsels Mihir Roy, Pooja Ramachandra and Himanshi Khanna; senior associates Rinki Singh and Khushi Yadav; associates Shristhi Bose and Divyanshu Vyas; and other team members. Additional transaction documentation support was provided from the UK by counsel Paul Flynn and from Saudi Arabia by associate Jumanah Jan.
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Original text here: https://www.dentons.com/en/about-dentons/news-events-and-awards/news/2026/june/dentons-advises-chubu-electric-power-on-y23-billion-investment-in-continuum-green-energy-limited
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
BAE Systems and NEC Sign MoU to Strengthen Japan's Active Cyber Defence
ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 16 -- BAE Systems issued the following news release:
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BAE Systems and NEC sign MoU to strengthen Japan's active cyber defence
BAE Systems and NEC Corporation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to combine expertise for the implementation of active cyber defence (ACD) solutions for the Japanese Government. This MoU demonstrates the intent of both organisations to work together in various sectors beyond the defence domain, building on the momentum of the Japan-UK Strategic Cyber Partnership agreed by the respective Governments in January 2026.
Under
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 16 -- BAE Systems issued the following news release:
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BAE Systems and NEC sign MoU to strengthen Japan's active cyber defence
BAE Systems and NEC Corporation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to combine expertise for the implementation of active cyber defence (ACD) solutions for the Japanese Government. This MoU demonstrates the intent of both organisations to work together in various sectors beyond the defence domain, building on the momentum of the Japan-UK Strategic Cyber Partnership agreed by the respective Governments in January 2026.
Underthis MoU, BAE Systems and NEC will support the enhancement of the Japanese Government's cybersecurity posture through the joint development, implementation and delivery of ACD solutions.
It brings together BAE Systems' vast expertise and knowledge of ACD best practices with NEC's technological capabilities, deployment experience and deep understanding of Japan's ACD policy and operational landscape.
By combining complementary strengths, both organisations will aim to deliver capability that is practically grounded, technically robust and aligned with national security priorities.
In addition, BAE Systems and NEC will explore the establishment of a business collaboration framework focused on bringing together industry stakeholders from the cybersecurity and national security sectors of both the UK and Japan to help drive collective cyber resilience. This is expected to support the growth of a highly skilled cyber sector in both nations.
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"As a longstanding provider of cyber and digital capabilities to government organisations around the world, we recognise the importance of leveraging best-in-class capabilities to meet customers' needs and reflect their operational environment. Working together with NEC, we will turn our respective expertise into practical, operational capability in pursuit of a fair, safe and secure cyberspace."
- Andrea Thompson, Group Managing Director, BAE Systems Digital Intelligence
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"Like many nations, we've seen a rise in cyber-attacks against national authorities and critical infrastructure. This is a trend which requires a proactive response. Government organisations need to know that they have access to the best possible technical and operational expertise, which is exactly what our cooperation with BAE Systems will deliver, enabling the implementation of ACD solutions to support long-term cyber resilience."
- Noboru Nakatani, Corporate Executive Vice President and Chief Security Officer, NEC Corporation
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Original text here: https://www.baesystems.com/en/article/bae-systems-and-nec-sign-mou-to-strengthen-japans-active-cyber-defence
[Category: BizNational Defense]
