CRIME

Jan 03 2025CRIME

NYC Subways Face Surge in Violence Despite Heightened Patrols

Imagine riding the NYC subway system these days. It's been a rough week, with five straight days of violence despite the presence of cops, the National Guard, and even the Guardian Angels. A scary incident where a man was set on fire on a Brooklyn subway train was just the start. Since then, at leas

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Jan 03 2025CRIME

Crypto Scammer Do Kwon Fights US Fraud Charges

Do Kwon, a young South Korean entrepreneur, recently faced court in the United States. He's the guy behind Terraform Labs, the company that created two cryptocurrencies, TerraUSD and Luna, which lost a staggering $40 billion in 2022. Kwon was extradited from Montenegro to the U. S. this week and ple

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

Explosion at Trump Hotel: Cybertruck's Mysterious Blast

Imagine this: a Tesla Cybertruck suddenly explodes outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. One person dies, and seven others get hurt. The blast happens just outside the hotel's glass doors. Officials are trying to figure out if this is linked to a terror attack that occurred hours earli

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

Tragic Start to the Year: Driver Kills One Officer, Hurts Another in New Zealand

A driver struck two New Zealand police officers who were on foot patrol early on New Year's Day, killing one and seriously injuring the other. This incident shocked the nation, as violent deaths of police officers while on duty are rare. Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming, who had served for 38 years, was

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

Deadly Drive on Bourbon: A New Year's Tragedy

New Orleans' Bourbon Street turned into a nightmare just after midnight on New Year's Day. A driver in a white pickup truck mowed down crowds of partygoers, killing 15 and injuring many more. The suspect, identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was shot dead by police following a chase and shootout. The F

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

Japan's Airports & Police Team Up with Manga to Fight In-Flight Thefts

Imagine this: you're dozing off on a plane, and suddenly, your wallet is lighter—by a lot! In-flight thefts are on the rise again as travel picks up after the pandemic. Narita International Airport is taking action with a unique approach. Airport staff, along with police and airlines, are handing ou

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

Hot Days and Violent Crimes: How Temperature Affects Crime Rates in US Cities

Ever wondered how the heat outside could influence what happens inside our cities? Well, it turns out that the temperature can have a pretty big impact on violent crime rates. Scientists have been studying this for years, but most of the time, they look at long periods and assume the effects are str

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

Why Are Girls More Likely to Be Victims of Violence?

Imagine this: a school shooting happens, and the shooter is a teenage girl. It's a rare event, but it happened. We know men commit more violent crimes, but girls are more likely to be victims. Let's dig into why. In 2022, girls experienced over half of all violent crimes in the US. That's a 24% inc

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

Beyond Radicalization: A Brother's Perspective

On New Year's Day, Bourbon Street in New Orleans witnessed a tragic event when a car rammed into revelers, killing 15 people. The man behind the wheel was Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a U. S. military veteran with a complex past. His brother, Abdur Jabbar, speaks out, emphasizing that radicalization, not rel

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

New Orleans Faces New Year's Tragedy: A Call for Change

New Orleans woke up to a shock on Wednesday morning. A pickup truck had plowed into New Year's revelers on Bourbon Street, killing 15 and injuring many more. The festive atmosphere was instantly replaced with horror and disbelief. Ken Williams, a local chef, summed it up: "We're all numb. " The cit

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