SINGAPORE: A bride called off her wedding after the fiance’s mother gave her an ultimatum over pre-wedding photoshoot plans. In an anonymous post on the NUSWhispers Facebook page, a friend of the couple shared that in the months leading up to the wedding, the bride faced a lot of pressure from the fiancé’s mother, who wanted her to stick to tradition. “His mother insisted that the customs must be followed for good fortune,” the friend wrote. “The bride, on the other hand, was perplexed by this insistence, believing that culture and customs should evolve with society.” According to the friend, one of the main points of contention was the pre-wedding photoshoot. The bride had planned to book a hotel for the shoot, but the fiancé’s mother insisted it should take place at their home instead. She even gave the bride an ultimatum, telling her that if she insisted on the hotel, she might as well cancel the wedding. The fiancé, meanwhile, tried to mediate but couldn’t get anywhere. “He advised his bride to forgo the hotel plan, but she argued that staying with the mother-in-law would provoke a major argument,” he wrote. “He also tried to persuade his mother to relent, but she refused, insisting that staying apart was bad luck and disrespectful to the elderly.” As the arguments continued, the bride became increasingly frustrated, questioning ‘why she was being denied the basic right to choose her accommodation.’ Additionally, the friend revealed that there were several other instances where the fiancé’s mother interfered with their wedding plans, forcing them to change things, often citing cost as a reason. In the end, the friend said that all the arguments took an emotional toll on the bride. “She ultimately decided to cancel the wedding, feeling she could not proceed under these circumstances,” the friend said. “Can’t blame the girl. Its their wedding, and they should decide.” In the comments section, many netizens felt that the interference from the fiancé’s mother was too much. They argued that wedding plans should be made by the couple, as it’s their special day, and they should have the final say in the decisions. One netizen wrote, “Only the bride and groom should plan the wedding. Other people, like family, friends, and event planners, should only act as helping hands for this big day. Only suggestions are allowed.” Another commented, “It’s not wrong for the groom to be filial, but when he can’t make a stand for his own wife to be, then there’s really no point for the marriage to take place.” Several others said that the bride’s decision to call off the wedding might have been a blessing in disguise, as it revealed potential issues in the relationship that could have become even more challenging later on. One netizen expressed, “Smart woman. She realised before it was too late that he is a mummy’s boy and will always choose mummy over her.” In related news, a Singaporean woman took to social media to ask Singaporeans “how to deal with an obsessive future mother-in-law” who wants to know everything she does with her fiancé. The woman noted that at first, her future mother-in-law was “very nice” and respected their boundaries, allowing them the space and privacy they desired. However, following the engagement, there was a shift, and her behaviour became intrusive and overbearing. Whenever they went out, the woman said that her future mother-in-law would demand where they were going and when they were coming home. Read more: Woman asks, “How do you deal with mother-in-law who wants to know everything she does with her fiancé?” Featured image by Depositphotos (for illustration purposes only)

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The legal industry is shifting towards technology-driven solutions, with law firms seeking tools to streamline operations and improve outcomes. In response to this demand, Dapo Babarinde, a Nigerian tech entrepreneur, has developed Advocatify, a legal tech platform designed to enhance case and contract management. Built on WordPress enterprise technology, Advocatify enables legal professionals to optimise workflows, track cases, and strengthen client relationships. It combines an intuitive interface with predictive analytics to support efficiency and informed decision-making. One of the platform’s standout features is the Advanced Lead Scoring System, which assesses case leads and identifies those with the highest potential value. This allows firms to focus their efforts on leads likely to deliver the best outcomes, improving resource allocation. Advocatify also includes tools to analyse cases for potential conflicts of interest, a feature critical for firms handling complex legal matters. Additionally, it provides automated reminders for deadlines and due diligence checks, helping firms stay organised while reducing administrative hurdles. Read also: How Technology is changing the Legal Sector- Part I The platform integrates seamlessly with widely used productivity tools, including Google Calendar, Slack, Notion, Google Docs, and Microsoft Office Suite. This enables legal teams to manage tasks, collaborate, and communicate on a single platform. Dapo Babarinde, the founder of Advocatify, has built a reputation for creating tech solutions tailored to industry needs. Through Helith Digital, his software development company, he has been at the forefront of digital transformation for businesses, including law firms. Babarinde stated that Advocatify bridges the gap between case management and strategic decision-making. He explained, “Technology is the key to unlocking new levels of efficiency in businesses. Every minute saved and every insight provided translates to more sustainable practices for firms and better outcomes for clients.” Although newly launched, Advocatify is already in use by several law firms in Lagos. Early adoption highlights the potential for growth as firms explore ways to simplify operations and deliver better results for clients. Advocatify aims to meet the needs of both boutique and large law firms. By providing predictive insights and centralising workflows, it positions legal teams to tackle challenges more effectively.The Sparks will open the 2025 WNBA season on Friday, May 16, in San Francisco against the expansion Golden State Valkyries at the Chase Center, the league announced on Monday. After a historic 2024 season in which the WNBA had its most-watched regular season in 24 years while drawing the most spectators in two decades, the league is expanding its schedule again – this time to 44 games. WNBA teams played 40 games each of the last two seasons and 36 before then. The Sparks and new head coach Lynne Roberts will play their home opener on Sunday, May 18, against the 2024 WNBA runner-up Minnesota Lynx. The Sparks face the defending champion New York Liberty at home on Aug. 12 and in Brooklyn on July 3 and July 26. “We look forward to tipping off the WNBA’s 29th season in May of 2025 and continuing to build on the success of last season, when the WNBA delivered its most-watched draft and All-Star Game and set records for viewership, attendance, digital consumption and merchandise sales,” WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert said. “We look forward to the expansion Golden State Valkyries taking the court for the first time.” The Valkyries, who join the league as its 13th team and will be coached by former Marina High and UCLA star Natalie Nakase , have their expansion draft on Friday (3:30 p.m. PT). Golden State will pick fifth in the 2025 WNBA Draft in April. The Sparks, who finished last in the league in 2024 and have missed the postseason for four consecutive years, have the No. 2 selection in the April draft . The New York Liberty will celebrate their first title with a ring and banner ceremony on May 17 when they host the Las Vegas Aces, who they met in the 2023 WNBA Finals. The Liberty, who beat Minnesota in five games in last season’s Finals in October, will face the Lynx four times in 2025: in Minneapolis on July 30 and Aug. 16, and in New York on Aug. 10 and Aug. 19. The Indiana Fever and 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year Caitlin Clark visit Los Angeles to take on the Sparks on Aug. 5 and Aug. 29 at Crypto.com Arena. The All-Star Game will be held in Indianapolis for the first time on July 19. Related Articles The games designated for the Commissioner’s Cup standings will be played from June 1-17. Each team plays the others in its conference – five games for the six Eastern Conference teams and six for the seven Western Conference teams. The top teams in each conference meet in the Cup title game on July 1, hosted by team with the best winning percentage in Cup play. The regular season ends on Sept. 11 with the expanded playoffs to take place after that. The WNBA Finals have been expanded to a best-of-seven series this year and the best-of-three opening round of the playoffs will switch to a 1-1-1 format, guaranteeing each team gets at least one home game. In the past, the team with the better seed would host the first two games. The semifinals remain best-of-five. The league will hold its draft on April 14 with Connecticut star Paige Bueckers expected to go first to the Dallas Wings. Free agency precedes that. Teams can begin negotiating with free agents on Jan. 21, and can start signing players on Feb. 1. The television and streaming broadcast schedule will be announced in 2025, likely in March. May 16 – at Golden State, 7 p.m. May 18 – vs. Minnesota, 3 p.m. May 21 – at Las Vegas, 7 p.m. May 23 – vs. Golden State, 7 p.m. May 25 – vs. Chicago, 3 p.m. May 27 – vs. Atlanta, 7 p.m. May 30 – at Las Vegas, 7 p.m. June 1 – vs. Phoenix, 3 p.m. June 6 – vs. Dallas, 6:30 p.m. June 9 – vs. Golden State, 7 p.m. June 11 – at Las Vegas, 7 p.m. June 14 – at Minnesota, 10 a.m. June 17 – vs. Seattle, 7 p.m. June 21 – at Minnesota, 5 p.m. June 24 – at Chicago, 5 p.m. June 26 – at Indiana, 4 p.m. June 29 – vs. Chicago, 3 p.m. July 3 – at New York, 4 p.m. July 5 – at Indiana, 4 p.m. July 10 – vs. Minnesota, noon July 13 – vs. Connecticut, 3 p.m. July 15 – vs. Washington, 7 p.m. July 22 – at Washington, 4:30 p.m. July 24 – at Connecticut, 4 p.m. July 26 – at New York, 4 p.m. July 29 – vs. Las Vegas, 7 p.m. Aug. 1 – at Seattle, 7 p.m. Aug. 5 – vs. Indiana, 7 p.m. Aug. 7 – vs. Connecticut, 7 p.m. Aug. 9 – at Golden State, noon Aug. 10 – vs. Seattle, 3 p.m. Aug. 12 – vs. New York, 7 p.m. Aug. 15 – at Dallas, 4:30 p.m. Aug. 17 – at Washington, Noon Aug. 20 – vs. Dallas, 7 p.m. Aug. 26 – Phoenix, 7 p.m. Aug. 29 – vs. Indiana, 7 p.m. Aug. 31 – vs. Washington, 5 p.m. Sept. 1 – at Seattle, 7 p.m. Sept. 3 – at Atlanta, 4:30 p.m. Sept. 5 – at Atlanta, 4:30 p.m. Sept. 7 – vs. Dallas, 3 p.m. Sept. 9 – at Atlanta, 7 p.m. Sept. 11 – vs. Las Vegas, 7 p.m.

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YALE 91, FAIRFIELD 66A hardworking Nigerian lady has expressed her excitement on social media after renovating her father's house In a video, she showed the transformation of the house from its previous to present state and reactions poured in Some social media users did not hesitate to congratulate her while others questioned the source of her wealth CHECK OUT: Education is Your Right! Don’t Let Social Norms Hold You Back. Learn Online with LEGIT. Enroll Now! A Nigerian lady's TikTok post showing the impressive renovation of her father's house has gone viral. The video captured the house's transformation from the old to the classy new look, sparking a mix of congratulatory messages and curiosity. Lady renovates father's house to look classy In the clip , it was confirmed that the lady identified as @ mummiejuliet4 on TikTok poured her heart and soul into the renovation project. PAY ATTENTION: Follow us on Instagram - get the most important news directly in your favourite app! The once outdated house had been transformed into a modern and classy abode, complete with sleek POP ceilings and elegant lighting fixtures. Read also Man builds 2-bedroom house from scratch to gift girlfriend on birthday, video amazes viewers "And I later run the renovation of my papa house. Just type congratulations," she captioned the video. Reactions as lady renovates father's house While many TikTok users were quick to offer congratulatory messages and praise the lady's hard work, others couldn't help but wonder about the source of her wealth. Her decision to renovate her father's house was however seen as a kind and generous gesture by many, and her dedication to the project was evident in the impressive results. @Big Smile said: "As I see the plenty waistband I understand the hustle." @julesworld_ said: "Why some with iPhone 16 are watching while sitting in there father’s empty living room." @Mamus said: "Boys children go collect everything from you learn to invest on yourself." @Sweet Nana said: "Na papa wey take care of his pikin go enjoy this. The money I'll use to do this for my dad i go give am to charity." Read also Excited Nigerian lady brings out over N4 million cash saved in her piggy box, video trends online @Jare Autos said: "Make unna deh show us how the money is being made also." @Anyafulugo said: "You did well but if ur father has lotsbof lands,beleive me they wont give u anything,d males will share among demsef,learn to invest on ursef n future kids." @berielle added: "If i renovate my papa house ,and he has sons which Dey couldn’t do, he make sure in he’s will the house goes to me." Watch the video below: Lady transforms dad's old parlour Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a young Nigerian lady garnered accolades online after she repainted her father's parlour and changed his furniture. Speaking on how budget-friendly the work was, she said that the man was so happy about the transformation. PAY ATTENTION: Сheck out news that is picked exactly for YOU ➡️ find the “Recommended for you” block on the home page and enjoy! Source: Legit.ng

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. , Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Systech , part of Markem-Imaje and Dover and a leading provider of digital identification and traceability software solutions, today announced that it has successfully completed its second consecutive System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2® Type II Audit examination. This achievement underscores Systech's unwavering commitment to maintaining a secure operating environment for its customers' confidential data. SOC 2 Type II attestation is conducted by an independent auditing firm and provides an understanding of the design and operating effectiveness of a service organization's internal controls. Systech's successful completion of this audit for the second year demonstrates its dedication to upholding the highest security and compliance standards. "Building on last year's success, completing the SOC 2 Type II audit validates our continued commitment to customer data security and operational controls," said Sreedhar Patnala , General Manager of Systech. "This certification provides our customers with further assurance that their data is protected by industry-leading security practices." The audit rigorously examined Systech's policies, procedures and infrastructure related to network and systems security, software development lifecycle, separation of duties, access control, system availability, backup and disaster recovery, and other critical operational areas. The service auditor then issued a report with an unqualified opinion, confirming that Systech meets or exceeds the stringent SOC 2 criteria. About Systech: Systech provides digital identification and traceability solutions that establish essential product data, ensure digital connectivity, and enable real-time insights on the packaging line and throughout the supply chain. With decades of experience in pharmaceutical packaging execution and serialization, Systech offers comprehensive, easily configured, turnkey software solutions with reliable implementation and expert support. Global brands across industries rely on Systech's platform to help them achieve their objectives in compliance, resiliency, sustainability, and digital transformation. Systech is a leading brand of Markem-Imaje®, a global product identification, packaging intelligence, and connected product solutions provider and a part of Dover Corporation. Visit www.systechone.com for further information. About Markem-Imaje: Markem-Imaje, a wholly owned subsidiary of the US-based Dover Corporation is a trusted world manufacturer of product identification and traceability solutions, offering a full line of reliable and innovative inkjet, thermal transfer, laser, and print and apply label systems. Markem-Imaje provides global reach to over 50,000 customers with 30 subsidiaries, 6 technology centers, several equipment repair centers and manufacturing plants with the most comprehensive marking and coding portfolio available in the marketplace. Visit www.markem-imaje.com for further information. About Dover: Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion . We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois , Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com . Systech Contact: Jim Waters (609) 395-8400 [email protected] Dover Media Contact: Adrian Sakowicz, VP, Communications (630) 743-5039 [email protected] Dover Investor Contact: Jack Dickens , VP, Investor Relations (630) 743-2566 [email protected] SOURCE DoverA proposal for diversified ownership of equity clearing corporations (CCs), which are currently entirely owned by stock exchanges, was made by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). In order to ensure that clearing corporations can function primarily in the public interest and not for commercial reasons, SEBI anticipates that their ownership will be broad-based and diversified. SEBI said CCs perceived as independent In a draft paper, SEBI stated that 'Clearing Corporations must be and perceived as, truly independent of exchanges, especially in such interoperable segments, to ensure that there is a level playing field across 'Market Infrastructure Institutions' (MIIs) with no perception of any perverse conflict of interest.' The general public was asked by SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) to respond by December 13. Let us know! 👂 What type of content would you like to see from us this year? Options for shareholding of CCs (clearing corporations) The first option proposed by the regulator would allow current exchange shareholders to directly own 49 per cent of the clearing corporation, with the parent exchange initially holding 51 per cent. Eventually, the exchange may be forced to reduce its holdings to 15 per cent. Another option is for exchange shareholders to directly own all of the equity, in which case they would have the freedom to trade their shares in the CC. According to SEBI, this would enable the CC to separate from its parent exchange in a way that is equitable to the parent exchange's current shareholders. Clearing Corporations operate as profitable public utlities The regulator has also recommended that CCs function as profitable public utilities that reinvest in infrastructure, technology, and risk control. Furthermore, fee structures ought to stay affordable without raising investors' expenses. To improve systemic resilience and lessen dependency on a single entity, the regulator has recommended supporting multi-asset CCs while keeping several CCs.

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