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Immigration Lawyer for Truthout Q&A - COB Wednesday Deadline

#JournoRequest: I'm looking for an immigration lawyer who can answer some quick general qs by *COB Wednesday* for reporting in Truthout. Send me a DM, Signal or email (in bio) if that's you. RTs appreciated. 🙏

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Immigration Lawyer - Same-Day Q&A for Truthout Legal Report

#JournoRequest: I'm looking for an immigration lawyer who can answer some quick general qs *today* for reporting in Truthout. Send me a DM, Signal or email (in bio) if that's you. RTs appreciated. 🙏

truthout.org

Indian Couples Resisting In-Law Abuse for Indian Express Feature

Hi everyone, I'm sure by now you've come across a post or two about the Beckham family drama. When I first read Brooklyn's side of the tale, the first thing that came to my mind was how the alleged treatment Nicola Peltz (his wife) went through was no different than the reality many Indian women face on a regular basis. Stories of daughters-in-law being ill-treated are dime a dozen, unfortunately. As such, Brooklyn taking a stand for his wife is a step towards positive masculinity, especially in a society that talks about red flags so often. I'm exploring a piece that highlights such positive experiences, in an attempt to understand how the youth is rewriting traditional rules and breaking generational cycles of abuse. If you or your partner have stood up for one another in the face of family conflict, I'd love to hear your story. Please reach out in the comments or DMs if you wish to be a part of the article. This piece is for The Indian Express digital. #journorequest #relationships #marriage #inlaws #abuse #beckham #brooklynbeckham

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Legal Expert on Nonconsensual Sexual Abuse Imagery Needed

Kinda of urgent request but would there be a good lawyer to talk to about nonconsensual sexually abusive imagery. Hit me up #journorequest

Law Firms with Women's Returner Programs & Case Studies - Law Society Gazette

Hello, and happy Friday! 😊 I have a couple of comment and case study requests: 1. For the Law Society Gazette, I am looking for law firms that have returner programs for women wanting to return to the law. If you have actual recent case studies that would be even better. 2. Separately, I am also looking for people in their 50s and 60s who have struggled to get back to work and/or have encountered ageism in the recruitment process. TIA #journorequest

lawgazette.co.uk

Lawyer Expert on UK Online Safety Act Impact for Adult Content

I'm seeking a lawyer to provide expert comment on UK's Online Safety Act 2023 by Ofcom, specifically as it impacts the adult‑content industry. Quoted insights will be attributed and will support a global PR campaign #journorequest #prrequest #ofcom

Consumer Law Expert - iNews

Looking to speak to a consumer law expert - [email redacted] #journorequest

inews.co.uk

NYC Lawyers Interview on Income-Budgeting for Numeral Media

Interviewing NYC Lawyers on how they spend their income in NYC ($250 for 20 min). Can be anon. Hi, I'm looking to interview New Yorkers on how they budget for NYC for Youtube (Numeral Media). We interview New Yorkers on how they spend their income/budget in NYC. It will be a quick, informative, and hopefully fun interview - we will discuss your income, what you do for work, rent, other expenses, future personal finance goals, etc. $250 for non-anon, $150 for anonymous. In anonymous recordings, we record from the neck down only - will send you the channel via DM for an example of this style. Video will be recorded at our studio in Midtown Manhattan and should only take 20 minutes. Comment or DM if interested.

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Political Ethics Experts-UK MPs Freebies-Deadline Today-Daily Mail

Should MPs get freebies? Should Keir's Arsenal tickets, Ange's Pride entry and Nigel's paid US trips be scrutinised more or outlawed altogether? Looking to speak to experts for a feature today in @DailyMail #journorequest

dailymail.co.uk

Holiday Timeshare Bad Experience Case Study Needed

Am looking for a case study of someone who has had bad experience with holiday timeshares! The client is a law firm and I have broadcast, online and print interest. Fee available. Please email me on [email redacted] or message me! Thank you :) #journorequest

Toronto Students Using Poppers for Eyeopener Love & Sex Issue

Have you done poppers? (Eyeopener callout) We're looking for students who have done poppers (alkyl nitrites) recreationally. The interview would be for a story at The Eyeopener about the use of poppers among students and Queer people in Toronto and how federal laws affect their use. If you'd be interested in chatting my direct messages are open! There are of course opportunities for anonymity. This is for The Eye's annual Love & Sex issue!

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Research Contributor Needed for Article Collaboration

@lawrence-miles.bsky.social Can you DM or email me about some research for an article? (Public email address at emma.best/about/#contact)

Labor Lawyer Needed for Article Question

Am I followed by any labor lawyers? I have a question for an article.

US Expats in Asia & Immigration Experts for Moving Abroad Article

Need a Source I am a freelance writer working on an article about moving abroad (from the U.S.). I have a good quotable source who is in the process of relocating from the U.S. to Spain. To help flesh the piece out, I would love to talk/message/email with: 1) An American who has been living abroad for some time (minimum 5 years), preferably Asia. I am open to other locations but preferably not Europe since I already have that base covered. 2) An expert (lawyer, consultant, service provider) who helps people with their process, which could include immigration, legal matters, moving, getting settled, etc. preferably for a minimum of 5 years. Credentialed person, preferably. Please DM me if you fit one of these profiles and would like to help me. You would be an attributed source (I’d use your name) and be quoted in my article.

Maritime Law Expert-Flag State Ship Disputes for Forbes

I’m looking for implications under maritime and international law involving disputes over ships that are from one country but registered in and flying the flag of another. - If you have relevant expertise, please email me at [email redacted]. - This is potentially for Forbes online. - Deadline: Thursday, Jan 8, 3pm ET. Reference/More details: [url=https://substack.com/app-link/post]Lawyers with expertise in maritime and international law[/url] [url=https://open.substack.com/pub/erikshermanpitchrequest/p/lawyers-with-expertise-in-maritime]READ IN APP[/url]

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Student Loan Wage Garnishment Experts for Bloomberg Report

Hey folks! I’m working on a story about wage garnishment for federal student loans for Bloomberg. Those 270+ days past due could face up to 15% garnishment. Looking to talk to anyone who may be able to walk me through the garnishment process. Debt lawyers, professors, etc.

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Business of Sport Interview Subjects & Stories - City A.M.

📰 The City AM print edition was back up and running this week after a festive hiatus so… ☕️With that in mind get in touch with stories and interview ideas! Open to coffee’s, beers (no dry Jan here) and lunches as and when the schedule allows. 👍What I particularly like (we all have different tastes)… 🚨News: Hard business of sport 🏉 news or new takes on existing issues. Do well-known lawyers have something to say to take a story on; does an major investor involved want to explain why they’ve done what they’ve done; what’s driving the agenda? These are questions I ask daily. ➕Context: Is there an alternative but relatable angle? Politics, geopolitics, technology, investment, trends, wider macro… 🤝Features: The desk is happy to give a good amount of worlds (sometimes 1,000+) to really interesting feature ideas and interviews. Are you driving a sector and why are you doing it? 🖨️The City AM Business of Sport desk is back for 2026 in print, and we’re looking to drive onwards. 📱So clubs, teams, banks, funds, firms and PRs: my DMs are open. #CityAM #JournoRequest #BusinessOfSport #SportBiz #PRRequest #London #Newspaper

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SME Law Firm Leaders for Compliance & Risk Discussion

Hi all, I am looking to speak to SME law firm leaders who would be happy to have a quick chat about compliance and risk in the year ahead #journorequest Please message or comment here in the first instance - must fall in the above category. TIA.

Law Enforcement on ICE Agent Recruitment Efforts - Bloomberg News

Question about ICE recruitment Hello! I'm a Bloomberg News reporter working on a story about ICE agent recruitment efforts, which often targets local police officers. I'm curious if you've seen the ads and what law enforcement thinks about the ICE effort. Please reach out to me if you'd like to share your experiences or personal stories. My contacts are below. Thanks! Eric Fan Bloomberg News O: 212-617-0985 M: 706-438-2031 (WhatsApp/Signal) [email redacted]

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Cybersecurity & Identity Theft Experts for ConsumerAffairs US Feature

Happy New Year! 🎊 I'm back with another source request for 3 consumer education articles for ConsumerAffairs on identity theft, phishing, and Social Security number compromise — topics that affect millions of Americans each year. Specifically looking for qualified experts who can share insights via email by EOD Wednesday, 1/7/26: - Cybersecurity professionals with email security/phishing expertise - Identity theft specialists or consumer protection attorneys - Former law enforcement (FBI/FTC) who worked fraud cases - Credit counseling professionals or fraud prevention specialists - Privacy advocates or digital rights experts If this is your area of expertise — or you know someone who'd be perfect — please DM me so I can send over a few questions 😊 Thanks in advance! #SOS #HARO #Qwoted #sourcerequest #journorequest

consumeraffairs.com

HR & Indian Employees on 4-Day Workweek Impact - Indian Express

Hi everyone, India is considering a 4-day workweek, with new labour laws allowing 12 hours of work per day to complete the mandated 48 hours per week. In this context, I'm doing a piece on whether this is a sustainable model for Indian employees. Will it actually improve productivity and promote better work-life balance? I plan to speak with HR and Indian employees to understand their views on these new labour laws and their implications for the future of work culture in our country. If you/your client wish to participate in the story, please reach out in the comments or DMs. This piece is for The Indian Express digital. #journorequest #lifestyle #workplace #workculture #jobs #employees

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Finance Experts for Will Home Care Zombie Accounts-The People's Friend

Happy New Yearto all The People’s Friend's money experts A happy New Year and many thank you to all the Money Specialists who supported my People’s Friend Money Pages with expert insight, in 2025, including: ·Lee Blackwell ·Steve Butler ·Sarah Coles ·Richard Curtis ·Hannah Davidson ACII ·Helen Morrissey ·Tom Selby ·Kate Smith ·Stewart Stretton-Hill ·Tom Stevenson ·Reena Sewraz ·Francesca Skakel ·Hannah Turner (Age UK) ·Andrew Westhead MBA I have been producing these Money Pages since 2017. They appear in the first weekly issue of The People’s Friend every month). For the 3 January issue 2026,, I focus on ‘How to shop sensibly in the New Year Sales’. Thank you to Jim Winters, head of financial crime at Nationwide for giving expert tips on how to detect whether an offer is a scam. My thoughts now turn to the rest of 2026. The People’s Friend Money Page ‘spreads’ so far scheduled for 2026 include: a beginners’ guide to pensions (already commissioned); making a Will; financing care in your own home and Zombie savings accounts.. I particularly need experts who can comment on or give advice or write a reply to the “Ask the Expert” element of the Money Page (180 words – typically not much more than five sentences or so). on financing home care (at home or residential) as well as on Making a Will and Zombie Savings Accounts. Please message me by 14 January if you can help. Looking further ahead, I am also always looking for new topical ideas on personal finance/property/law and consumer issues for The People’s Friend Money Page. The People’s friend Money Page is published 12 times a year (the first week’s edition of the month of this weekly publication). Do you think any areas of personal finance, including law, pensions and property, have been neglected and deserve a wider hearing? Now’s your chance to rectify that. Pleasemessage meby 14 January (earlier if possible)with as many feature ideas as you can think of. Thank you in advance! First published in 1869, The People’s Friend is one of the UK’s longest running magazine titles. A weekly magazine, published by D C Thompson & Co, it has some 200,000 mainly women readers. #Laterlife #financialplanning #financialjournalism #publicrelations #financialadvice #pensions #ifa #wealthmanagment #pensions #scams #retaildiscounts #banks #moneygifts #money #personalfinance #insurance #generalinsurane #homeinsurance #buildingandcontents #Christmas #children #consumerlaw #consumerprotection

thepeoplesfriend.co.uk

Soccer Transfer Contract Law Expert Needed

Am looking for an expert in soccer player transfer contract law. Any help is appreciated

AI Expert Commentary on Small Language Models for FutureCIO

FutureCIO editorial opportunity - 29 Dec 2025 Small language models (SLMs) are rapidly emerging as a crucial asset for enterprises, particularly in regulated sectors such as government, finance, healthcare, and law, due to their cost efficiency, privacy, and customization capabilities. Recent research indicates a notable shift, with 50% of SLM-developing companies deploying products, while the market's Mosaic score reflects their growing viability. Open-source SLMs allow organisations to fine-tune models with proprietary data, ensuring compliance and transparency in AI decision-making. As nations invest in sovereign AI and local solutions, SLMs are set to challenge traditional power dynamics in the AI landscape. I am looking for expert commentaries on any or all of the following questions: 1. How can small language models enhance compliance and data sovereignty in your organisation? 2. What strategies would you implement (are implementing) to balance the benefits of AI with the need for robust security protocols? 3. How do you envision the role of sovereign AI models evolving in the next five years within your industry? 4. What challenges do you foresee will be critical in deploying open-source SLMs versus proprietary models? 5. How can regional partnerships enhance the development of AI solutions tailored to local needs? Interested parties, please let me know. CXOCIETY FutureCIO FutureCISO FutureCFO FutureCOO Clarise Goh Nigel Standley Perry Zhao Craig S. SIEN CHEE HOE (. Christine Tjahjadi Geet Kaur Allan Tan Arra Czarina Igno Melinda Ramo Baylon Sukhpreet Kaur Kavita Balakrishnan Melinda I. Raymond Lau David Chieng Alvin Lai Justina Low Selvi R Aida Mekonnen Emma Keen #artificialintelligence #generativeAI #smalllanguagemodels #sll

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Legal-Cybersecurity Experts - Wire Fraud-PII Q&A by 12/24 for ConsumerAffairs

🚨 SOURCE REQUEST: Legal and cybersecurity experts 🚨 I'm working on 2 consumer education articles for ConsumerAffairs and need SMEs available for an email Q&A on these topics by EOD 12/24/25: 📌 Wire and Mail Fraud 👀 Looking for: - Defense attorneys - Law enforcement - FBI agents - Fraud examiners - USPS inspectors - Consumer protection advocates 📌 Personally Identifiable Information (PII) 👀 Looking for: - Privacy law attorneys - CISOs/CPOs - Certified Information Privacy Professionals - Cybersecurity experts - Data protection specialists If you or someone you know would be a good fit, please DM me, and I'll send over questions :) Thanks for any leads! #SOS #HARO #Qwoted #sourcerequest #journorequest

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US Privacy Law Expert on Sharing Doorbell Video Footage

I am looking to chat with an attorney specializing in privacy/digital surveillance law or a privacy or cybersecurity consultant about sharing doorbell video footage. Please let me know if you know a source based in the US open to chatting. Thank you! #prrequest #journorequest

Cybersecurity or Legal Expert on Video Doorbell Footage Laws

I am looking to chat with a cybersecurity, privacy, legal, or insurance expert about video doorbell footage laws and whether or not you can share video doorbell footage #prrequest #journorequest

Legal Expert on Trump Anti-DEI Orders Needed Today

This is very short notice but are there any lawyers online who know about what legal impact Trump's anti-DEI executive orders could have? It's for a story going live tomorrow. #journorequest

Lawyers with Unique Side Hustles for Law Society Gazette Feature

Jolly journo request: Are you a lawyer with a significant side hustle - perhaps you're in the Territorial Army, have a dairy farm, teach the accordion or work as a ski instructor. If so, I'd like to hear from you - for a feature I'm writing for the Law Society Gazette. If this is you or a lawyer you know, please don't write what you do here, but I'd be grateful if you can drop me an email at [email redacted] - by the end of this week at the latest (Friday 19th December). Many thanks in advance. P.S. The dog is not mine and has nothing to do with this - it was a cheap ploy to get your attention, because someone told me that posts with pictures get more attention.

lawgazette.co.uk

Housing Lawyer-Tenancy Deposit Expertise for UK Interview

For my network: Are there any housing lawyers (specifically with expertise on tenancies and deposits) that would be willing to speak to me? Thanks in advance #housinglaw #uklawyer #housing #journorequest

UK Human Rights Law Experts on Palestine Action Hunger Strike Protests

JOURNO REQUEST 📰 I'm looking to have a quick phone or Zoom call with 1-2 people specialising in UK human rights law or activism, for an article I'm writing regarding recent protests in solidarity with the six political prisoners from Palestine Action currently on hunger strike. If this applies to you or anyone you know, please get in touch! Any shares or reposts are highly appreciated. #journorequest #humanrights #journalism #humanrightslaw #palestineaction

DoD Personnel Using GenAI for DefenseScoop Story

Are you using GenAI? We at DefenseScoop want to hear from you. My name is Drew Lawrence, I’m a reporter for DefenseScoop. We’re working on a story about the DoD’s GenAI rollout and want to hear from you. Have you used it? If not, why not? If so, what are your thoughts on it? What are your concerns with it? Have you received guidance or training on how – and how not – to use it? So far, how (if at all) is GenAI being used at different levels – from the tactical level to upper echelons and in between? I’m working on this story with my colleague Brandi Vincent (u/outofcur10usity). We can offer anonymity in our reporting, and if you’d prefer to speak with us off the record at first, we’re happy to do so. DM us or reach out to the contacts below: Drew Lawrence Signal: dflawrence.51 E-mail: [email redacted] Brandi Vincent Signal: brandi.02 E-mail: [email redacted] Thanks!

defensescoop.com

US Travelers Affected by Airport Law Changes for Media Interview

If you or anyone you know fits the description please get in touch🗞️🗞️ #journorequest #usa #legislation #unitedstates #trump #travel #vacation #airport #restrictions #change #family #law #media #reporting #journalism https://t.co/8gB3NoWGlO

Non-US Nationals in US on Tourist Rules for Irish Independent

I’m looking to speak to non-nationals living in the United States 🇺🇸 for a news piece for the Irish Independent in Ireland🇮🇪. You can be from any country 🇮🇹🇬🇧🇧🇷🇲🇽 Will be asking your thoughts on recent changes to tourists visiting! Must be named and provide a photo. Would be great to speak today, tomorrow or Saturday! DM me or email: [email redacted] #journorequest #usa #legislation #unitedstates #trump #travel #vacation #media #journalism #reporting #family #law #restrictions #airport

independent.ie

Surrogacy Law Experts UK Trends & Parental Orders - Daily Mail

Looking to hear from experts ASAP on surrogacy about the process in the UK - what trends are developing within the space, parental orders, international vs domestic and crucially where the law stands right now vs where it's going - for @DailyMail #journorequest

dailymail.co.uk

Abortion Travelers from Red States-Sharing Museum & Food Experiences

#journorequest I am looking to speak to people traveling for an abortion to large cities from Red States who have made plans to visit museums or monuments, eat at restaurants they otherwise wouldn't have tried, visit family members for the first time. For example, if you traveled to DC and planned to visit the National Museum for African American History and Culture and grabbed a bite to eat at Ben's Chili Bowl. You can remain anonymous or use an pseudonym for this piece if prefer. I'm Emma, and I'm a freelance reproductive rights and religion journalist. My work has been featured in Scalawag Magazine, Rewire News and the 51st. Please reach out to me through comment or message on LinkedIn, you can also reach me through Instagram at instagram.com/emmanism Thank you!

Unique Mother-in-Law Gift Ideas Under $50 Excluding Candles & Skincare

also working on a roundup of gifts for your mother-in-law that are under $50 and unique (not candles, skincare, earrings) or like someone just pitched me cleaning sponges..... email in link in bio #journorequest

Experts & Witnesses for In-Flight Medical Emergency Feature

I’m writing about what happens when there's an in-flight medical emergency & I’m looking to talk to experts (flight attendants, pilots, doctors, lawyers) & w/people who've experienced an in-flight emergency. Get in touch ASAP w/credentials & experience to [email redacted].

Experts & Passengers for In-Flight Medical Emergency Insights

I’m writing about what happens when you have a medical emergency on a plane and I’m looking to talk to relevant experts (flight attendants, pilots, doctors, lawyers). I'd also like to chat with people who've experienced an in-flight emergency. Please get in touch ASAP with credentials and relevant experience to [email redacted].

Individuals Impacted by Duty to Act Law Issue for BBC Report

BBC article: Zara Aleena's aunt calls for law creating duty to act when someone is in danger Are you affected by the issues raised in this story? If you feel able to do so, please get in touch.

bbc.co.uk

Individuals Impacted by Duty to Act Law Issue for BBC Report

BBC article: Zara Aleena's aunt calls for law creating duty to act when someone is in danger Are you affected by the issues raised in this story? If you feel able to do so, please get in touch.

bbc.co.uk

Personal Finance Experts for Home Care & Wills - The People's Friend

Take care before you “splash the cash “ at Christmas There’s more to Money Gifts than meets the eye – even just for children at Christmas and other special dates in the calendar. To learn more, buy the 6 December issue of the People's Friend available in superstores and TG Jones (formerly WH Smith) now. (My People’s Friend Money Pages, which I have been producing since 2017, are normally in the first weekly issue of every month). In the latest, I focus on the perils and pitfalls of giving money away. (But of course, this can make you feel good too). Thank you to Stewart Stretton-Hill, of law firm Irwin Mitchell for his special insight on the thorny issue of what gifts people who hold powers of attorney. are allowed to make. He really shone a light on this neglected area in his “Ask the Expert” column. As a law graduate, I learnt quite a bit too from his column. My thoughts now turn to the next few The People’s Friend Money Page ‘spreads. They include: how to avoid scams and discounts and a beginners’ guide to pensions. Every month, I seek experts who can comment on or give advice on any of these issues or write a reply to the “Ask the Expert” section (180 words – typically about five sentences). I particularly need experts on financing home care (at home or residential) as well as on Making a Will. And I am also always looking for new themes for the Money Page (which appears 12 times a year (the first week’s edition of the month of this weekly publication). First published in 1869, The People’s Friend is one of the UK’s longest running magazine titles. Do you think any areas of personal finance, including law, pensions and property, have been neglected and deserve a wider hearing? Now’s your chance to rectify that. Message me with your feature suggestions. The People’s Friend, is a weekly magazine published by D C Thompson & Co with some 200,000 mainly women readers. #Laterlife #financialplanning #financialjournalism #publicrelations #financialadvice #pensions #ifa #wealthmanagment #pensions #scams #retaildiscounts #banks #moneygifts #money #personalfinance #insurance #generalinsurane #homeinsurance #buildingandcontents #Christmas #children #consumerlaw #consumerprotection

thepeoplesfriend.co.uk

Expert Sources on NY Retail Algorithmic Pricing Law - Forbes

Reporting for @Forbes on NY's new law requiring retailers to disclose algorithmically set prices. Looking for sources: consumers, lawyers, economists, operators, advocates, etc. If you have expertise or data, please get in touch :) #journorequest

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Canadian Teens-Women Affected by AI Deepfake Porn for Interview

AI Generate P*rn/Nudify Apps Harming Canadian Girls Hi folks, I'm an Ontario-based journalist working on a story about AI generated p\*rn/deepfakes being made of teens & young women without their consent in Canada. Unfortunately, this seems to be a growing issue across the country, and while technology quickly advances - laws against AI p\*rn have not caught up in Canada. If this is something you're experienced and your Canada-based please reach out. I'd like to speak on or off the record. Looking to raise awareness of this growing issue harming so many young women and girls in the country. Please take care, E

Bankruptcy Lawyers or Experienced Sources for Document Feedback

Working on a story that involves someone filing for bankruptcy. Any lawyers or people with experience that could give me some feedback on these docs I’ve pulled? DM me.

Landscape Lighting Expert Insights Needed for LawnStarter Article

Hi. I'm looking for Quick Expert Insight for a Landscape Lighting Article, which I'm currently writing for LawnStarter. It's a national DIY website that helps homeowners solve everyday lawn and yard care challenges. Whether you are a landscape lighting supplier, installer, or landscape pro doing installations, you can contact me at [email redacted]. Your comments would be attributed to you and your company. The article is scheduled to be published in the next few weeks. “15 Landscape Lighting Ideas for Every Part of Your Yard.” Here are the four questions I’m hoping you could weigh in on: 1. Front Yard & Entryway Lighting Strategy What’s the most important principle homeowners tend to overlook when lighting their front yard or entryway? Are there common placement mistakes or over-lighting issues you see in DIY setups? 2. Tree Lighting: Uplighting vs. Moonlighting How do you decide whether a tree is better suited for uplighting from the ground or moonlighting from above? Are there specific tree shapes, canopy sizes, or yard layouts that make one technique preferable? 3. Power Options & Smart Controls When choosing between low-voltage wired systems, solar fixtures, and smart lighting controls, what should homeowners consider beyond just cost? In what situations—if any—is solar actually the better option? 4. Professional Design vs. DIY From your perspective, what’s the biggest advantage of having a custom lighting design instead of placing fixtures wherever they “look nice”? What are some design elements that only trained lighting professionals typically catch? If you’re not familiar with LawnStarter, here’s a link to one of my articles including a landscape lighting section called, Ambiance Not Interrogation.

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Questions on Children’s Data Privacy in Nigeria for Digital Child Series

“A child is not a data point. A child is not a metric. A child shouldn’t be profiled.” Last Thursday at the 7th Privacy Symposium Africa 2025, I shared the stage with data privacy professionals Alex Onyia Confidence Osein Mercy Matthew Edith Utete Afolabi Khadijah Ifeoma Peters, speaking on protecting children’s privacy rights as they explored online learning platforms. We discussed the intersection of data privacy and children’s rights. My stance was simple: Parents, schools, and EdTech companies must move from being passive users to active Guardians. a. Turning privacy policies into fun, bite-sized checklists (the legal stuff should be left for lawyers) b. Teaching kids about the importance of data privacy – the what's to share and what-not-to's. It was intense, insightful, and exactly the kind of conversation we need to be having in this industry. But after the applause, the real work began. During the networking session (shoutout to Tife Ekundayo (CIPP/E, LL.M) , we reached the core – collection and retention of data, addressing the need for data minimisation. We concluded that most "Privacy Policies" were unreadable, dull legal sentences that failed at the one thing they were meant to do – educate the data subjects. Conversations with parents over the week made me realise that: 1. Most don't know what data is being collected on their kids. 2. Most don’t understand the concept and power of consent. 3. Most are unaware of the permanent footprint left by "Sharenting." I attended to share my opinions but left with a fresh perspective, a notebook full of ideas and a new network of privacy advocates. Exploring one of the ideas has led me to officially launch a new content series: The Digital Child. 🧒🏾📱 This isn't just for lawyers and data privacy enthusiasts, but also: For Parents: I will break down how to protect your child’s digital identity without banning technology. For EdTech & Startups: I will explain core child rights concepts that enable you to build "Safety by Design" in line with data protection laws, so you gain trust. Watch the full panel session here: https://lnkd.in/dJhFDiPH 👇 CTA: I am looking to feature questions from real parents, founders, and anyone newly navigating the data privacy space in Nigeria in this series. What is the one thing that confuses you most about children's data privacy? Drop it in the comments, and I’ll answer it in the first edition, which will be released next Tuesday. Special thanks to Sempala Allan Kigozi and the organisers for a wonderful time. Privacy is a duty of care. One we owe to the kids who will design our future. #DataPrivacy #PSA2025 #Childrights #PrivacySymposiumAfrica2025 P.S. I stole the first sentence from my fellow panelist Confidence Osein 🙈

Press Trip & Culinary Travel Invites Needed for 2026 – Tokyo & Quebec Focus

I’m currently looking to plan my travel calendar for next year! I’m particularly interested in Tokyo and Quebec, however, I’m open to just about anywhere! Extra brownie points for family-friendly places and a strong culinary-focus — similar to [url=https://substack.com/redirect/e5b4142b-9bc3-40ab-af09-633555e58e1e]this[/url] and [url=https://substack.com/redirect/9f08b2de-c27b-4bce-80e2-7682c8f93037]this[/url] one that I’ve recently published! If we’ve already been in touch, or you’re waiting a response, please send me a follow up! I just cracked 100,000 emails so I apologize in advance if I’m a bit behind! If you are hosting a press trip in 2026, please feel free to reach out as well! I’d love to see if I can join or if there are opportunities for individual visits! - Destinations of interest include, but are not limited to: - Venice / Florence (Italy) - Lisbon - Rome - Key West, St. Augustine, + other Florida cities - Palm Springs - Helen, Georgia - Wyoming - Montana - Idaho - New Hampshire - New Mexico - North Dakota - Delaware - Alaska - Michigan - Minnesota - Mississippi - Maine - Oklahoma - Nebraska - Quebec - Banff - Toronto - Ontario - Niagara Falls - Mykonos - Santorini - Florence - Indianapolis - Iceland - Germany (Berlin) - Tokyo - Finland Email: [email redacted] General instructions: Please send your press trip opportunities or destination invites for 2026 (especially Tokyo and Quebec, but open to all) via email. If we've already been in touch, send a follow up if needed.

Islamic Scholar Needed—Blood Consumption Ruling & Historical Sources

⚠️Content Warning⚠️ Is licking blood considered haram in Islam? Looking for sources for historical research l. Hi everyone, I’m doing some historical research on the punishments used during the 1857 Indian National Revolt. One British officer (General James George Smith Neill) reportedly forced condemned prisoners (they killed European women and children, which triggered the Racist British People who held a sense of white cultural superiority at the time), some of whom were Muslim, to lick blood from a slaughterhouse floor before being executed. The following is a statement of events by Forbes-Mitchell, a soldier serving in the 93rd Sutherland Highlanders in 1857: >! “Up to the date of my visit, a brigade-order, issued by Brigadier-General J. G. S. Neill, First Madras Fusiliers, was still in force. This order bears date the 25th of July, 1857. I have not now an exact copy of it, but its purport was to this effect: That, after trial and condemnation, all prisoners found guilty of having taken part in the murder of the European women and children, were to be taken into the slaughter-house by Major Bruce's mehter police, and there made to crouch down, and with their mouths lick clean a square foot of the blood-soaked floor before being taken to the gallows and hanged. This order was carried out in my presence as regards the three wretches who were hanged that morning. The dried blood on the floor was first moistened with water, and the lash of the warder was applied till the wretches kneelèd down and cleaned their square foot of flooring.” !< William Forbes-Mitchell, Reminiscences of the Great Mutiny 1857-59, 19-20 For my research, I need to understand how this action would be viewed in Islamic law. My questions are: Is consuming or licking blood considered haram in Islam? Is it possible to explain which Islamic texts (Qur’an verses, hadith, or fiqh rules) forbid the consumption of blood? If you can, could you direct me to specific citations or scholarly interpretations that I can reference, Please? There's another question, and I'm not sure if it will be controversial. I've heard that if a believer is accidentally given blood, it's not considered a violation of the religious doctrine. So I'm wondering if these Muslim sepoy will be pardoned? Even if the Muslim sepoys are forgiven, what are your thoughts on General Neill's atrocities aginst their Islamic beliefs? I know this piece of history may make people uncomfortable, and I want to clarify that I am not promoting imperialism. The reason I’m asking you is because I’ve been writing an essay debunking the myths about a military figure. The actions of the one in the source above and the one whose the myths of him are going to be debunked by me are often confused, because people rarely do careful research and instead spread rumours irresponsibly. I want to clarify that the one who has myths surroundwd did not support this kind of atrocity that humiliates the enemy’s religious beliefs. I know that the audience I will be facing in the future may not necessarily understand Islam, so I would like to cite some sources to make my arguments more persuasive. Any help would be greatly appreciated

Family-Friendly Culinary Travel Destinations for 2025 Coverage

I’m currently looking to plan my travel calendar for next year! Here are some destinations I’d love to visit, however, I’m open to just about anywhere! Extra brownie points for family-friendly places and a strong culinary-focus. If we’ve already been in touch, or you’re waiting a response, please send me a follow up! I just cracked 100,000 emails so I apologize in advance if I’m a bit behind! Destinations mentioned: Venice / Florence (Italy), Lisbon, Rome, Key West, St. Augustine, + other Florida cities, Palm Springs, Helen (Georgia), Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Delaware, Alaska, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Maine, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Quebec, Banff, Toronto, Ontario, Niagara Falls, Mykonos, Santorini, Florence, Indianapolis, Iceland, Germany (Berlin), Tokyo, Finland. Email: [email redacted] If we’ve already been in touch, or you’re waiting a response, please send me a follow up! I just cracked 100,000 emails so I apologize in advance if I’m a bit behind!

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