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Jun 14 2026CRIME

Kids Caught in the Web of Online Crime

Digital platforms have become hunting grounds for criminal gangs looking to recruit young people. Officials report a sharp rise in cases where kids as young as 13 are being targeted online. These teens aren’t just innocent bystanders—they’re being pulled into serious crimes, sometimes as hired help

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Jun 11 2026CRIME

US cracks down on fake job scams linked to China

Federal agents took over 13 website domains recently after discovering they were fronts for an elaborate scheme. These fake companies posed as consulting firms trying to hire current or former U. S. government workers. Their real goal? To trick employees with access to sensitive information into sha

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Jun 09 2026HEALTH

Digital Mental Health Research: Who Really Gets Left Out?

Digital mental health studies often promise better access to care, but new findings suggest some groups still get overlooked. A review of 57 trials found that while nearly all studies shared age and gender details, many skipped key details about participants’ backgrounds. Minority ethnic groups, men

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Jun 03 2026POLITICS

Money trouble: Federal science grants hit at UC Berkeley over funding claims

Federal agencies have suddenly blocked nearly twenty-one million dollars in science grants at the University of California, Berkeley. The reason given? Some researchers did not tell the government about outside money they received, mostly from friendly countries like the United Kingdom, Australia, a

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May 22 2026CRIME

AI Deepfake Cases Show New Law’s Reach

Federal prosecutors have filed charges against two men for producing AI‑generated nude images of female celebrities. The defendants, Cornelius Shannon, 51, and Arturo Hernandez, 20, were apprehended on Tuesday after their content attracted millions of online views. Their actions fall under the Take

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May 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Insurance in the Digital Age

Digital tools are changing how people safeguard themselves and their belongings. New technologies let insurers track risks in real time, using data from sensors and apps. Big data helps companies see patterns that were hidden before, making policies more accurate. Climate concerns add anoth

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May 07 2026POLITICS

What’s happening with Virginia’s top Democrat?

Federal agents showed up unannounced Wednesday in Portsmouth, Virginia, targeting places tied to state Sen. Louise Lucas, a powerful Democrat and marijuana advocate. They raided her personal office, a dispensary she co-owns, and other locations connected to her. Footage from the scene shows agents c

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

US Moves Closer to Easing Marijuana Rules

Federal officials are preparing for a major shift in how marijuana is treated under U. S. law, with changes expected as soon as this week. If approved, this would be the biggest update to marijuana policy in years, making it easier for scientists to study the drug's possible benefits. The push for

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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

Health Care Fraud: Eight Arrests in Los Angeles Area

Federal agents arrested eight people last week after uncovering a $50 million fraud scheme linked to Los Angeles hospitals and other health programs. The investigation focused on five hospice centers in Glendale, Artesia, Tarzana and Simi Valley. These facilities allegedly billed Medicare for pa

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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

Do Online Health Programs Really Work? A Closer Look

Digital health programs promise big changes by tackling multiple habits at once—like eating better, moving more, and reducing stress. But do they actually deliver results for regular people? Research shows these programs can help in some groups, but we don’t know if they work well for everyone. Most

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