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Having Possibly Reached a $25 Million Civil Settlement, Harvey Weinstein Faces Criminal Trial Over Charges of Rape and Sexual Assault

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5 years ago

July 3, 2020

Notorious Hollywood Mega Producer, Harvey Weinstein experienced perhaps the most significant fall from grace stemming from the #MeToo movement, which gave voice to an ever-increasing number of women and men who allege to have been sexually assaulted or raped. Overwhelmingly, these are individuals who did not earlier feel comfortable speaking publically about having been victim to a sex crime.

Dozens of women have since explained they were assaulted by Weinstein, and these acts were committed over several decades. The criminal allegations made by these women quickly gained momentum as the court of public opinion swung against Weinstein in favor of these women.

At the end of February, Weistein was also convicted in criminal court. He was found guilty on two counts of the five total against him.

“The Weinstein case is complicated,” says Attorney Benson Varghese. “While some allegations were barred from prosecution based on the statute of limitations, the reality is everyone is aware of the number of accusations made and most jurors find there is a ‘quality to quantity’ when it comes to accusations. In other words, even weak accusations can result in convictions when the number of accusations is high. Courts can also allow testimony regarding other accusations to establish a pattern of behavior.”

The movie studio Weinstein ran and operated, Weinstein Co., once renowned, has gone bankrupt, and Weinstein himself largely has been embroiled in controversy.

A tentative civil settlement of $25 million, which would be paid by insurers of the Weinstein Co., has been reached for Weinstein’s alleged victims. Alleged, because the settlement would not require Weinstein to make an admission of wrongdoing and because, again, his criminal trial over charges of rape and sexual assault are still ongoing.

There is disagreement amongst Weinstein’s accusers over whether or not the settlement represents the best or even a fair deal. Some object to how its terms bind nonparticipating accusers from seeking separate recourse, while others say they would accept the settlement believing they’ve no other reasonable course of action.

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Swiss International University Enhances Student Employability with Major Global Collaborations

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11 hours ago

November 8, 2025

Jenny Jackson

New collaborations with Citibank, Abu-Ghazaleh Global, RAK Properties, and others strengthen SIU’s commitment to connecting academic learning with global career opportunities.

Swiss International University (SIU) has already informed about the new corporate partnerships that will start in October 2025 and that they will provide students with better access to internships, training programs, and job opportunities in various fields.

The new partnerships are aligned with SIU’s goal to combine education with the real world, as they ensure that the graduates are equipped with the required knowledge, skills, and professional exposure to be successful in the global economy of today.

In the last few weeks, SIU has formed alliances with several major companies, including those from the banking, business, hospitality, real estate, and consulting sectors. The students will be actively involved in each collaboration through internships, practical training, and the career opportunities that will be given to them during or after their studies.

Among the key collaborations are

Citibank, where students of the business and finance fields will get to experience international banking operations through special training and possible hiring programs.

Abu-Ghazaleh Global has given SIU’s programs its official blessing and access to practical experience in global business, accounting, and consulting.

RAK Properties is going to give real estate and business students a chance to learn about property development, investment, and project management.

The Signature Inn Hotel Al Riqa L.L.C. offers students of hospitality a chance through real-life interrelated scenarios to gain the knowledge of front-office operations and guest management.

Al Shabaka International Businessmen Services is opening a door for the students to meet the professionals involved in global business consulting and administration.

Galadari Motor Driving Center, where students will get a clear insight into corporate management, customer relations, and operational efficiency.

Women’s First Jobs is going to help female students and graduates through career counseling, professional networking, and empowerment initiatives.

MyFounders.Club Global is building up the students and aspiring founders in terms of innovation and entrepreneurship by taking them through the process of developing and launching new ventures.

Revival AE Project Development Consultant Co., L.L.C., where students will be working on consulting for sustainable projects and environmental management.

“The partnerships that we have formed represent our commitment not only to the business world but also to the world of academia,” said the Head of Swiss International University. “We are aspiring to equip every student in SIU with the power to win the global job market through robust academic credentials, practical exposure, and a web of real opportunities. Our target is not a teacher-student relationship whose only need is the job—our students will be the ones making changes in the various fields of tomorrow.”

The academic world and the global market are the two areas where SIU, collaborating with partners at the present time, shows the institution’s continued commitment to creating a career-oriented academic environment where learning takes place beyond the walls of the classrooms.

The deadline of October 2025 is approaching, but the university is still looking to make new strategic partnerships to grow its network of global partners. It is clear from the continuous activities of the university that it is striving to offer its students worldwide the possibility of not only utilizing their skills but also being a part of the industry via employment and thus empowering them to make a difference in international markets.