Over a long period - from 1995 to 2020 - people with dementia were charged with all sorts of crimes in Australia. This isn't new - many people with this condition do things that land them in the courtroom. The research gathered cases from Australian legal databases A total of 62 people were
The Internet has opened up a world of connection for people who have often been left out of conversations. One group that has really benefited from this with their own spaces online is women. These spaces can be as varied as night and day. Researchers dug deep into over 6 million Reddit comments and
In a significant move, the President has instructed the Secretaries of Defense and Homeland Security to ramp up the Migrant Operations Center at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay. The goal? To create more room for detaining high-priority criminal immigrants who have entered the U. S. illegally. This init
For years, law enforcement had their eyes on certain violent illegal immigrants in New York City. But it wasn't until President Trump took office that they got the green light to go after them. Frank Tarentino, the special agent in charge of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in New York, sai
The movie industry has long been a boys' club. It's no surprise that this affects how films are reviewed. A recent study found that reviews of movies with female leads or directors often have more sexist language than reviews of male-led films. This can hurt actresses' and female directors' careers
Have you ever thought about changing a mushroom’s DNA? That’s exactly what scientists did with the Ganoderma lucidum mushroom. They used a powerful tool called CRISPR/Cas9 to slice into the mushroom’s genetic code. They tried adding different-sized pieces of new DNA, from tiny to large. What they fo
You might think social participation is key for older adults, but have you ever considered how political, economic, and social factors play a role? It's time to dive into how these contexts can marginalize aging and disabled bodies. By using critical gerontology and critical disability studies, we c
In 2018, when law enforcement first used a technique called Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG) to catch the Golden State Killer, many Americans were on board. A survey at the time showed that most people supported using DNA to solve violent crimes. Five years later, FIGG has helped clos
Two major LGBTQ legal groups have filed a lawsuit against President Trump's latest ban on transgender people serving in the military. The suit, filed on behalf of six active-duty trans troops and two aspiring recruits, claims the ban is un-American and weakens our country. The ban, signed as an exec
Imagine a bustling city, known for its trade and as a refuge for many, suddenly thrown into chaos. That's what's happening in Goma, eastern Congo. A rebel group called M23, supported by Rwanda, has seized control. This isn't just any battle; it's a fight over a vital hub in the region. Hospitals are
