In a significant breakthrough, three more individuals who lost their lives in the 9/11 terrorist attacks have been identified. This brings the total number of identified victims to 1, 653 out of the 2, 753 who perished when hijacked planes struck the World Trade Center towers. The identities of two of these victims were revealed by New York's chief medical examiner....
The October 7th Hamas attack on Israel sent shockwaves far beyond the immediate impact. A recent study dug into how fear of terrorism spreads, even among those not directly affected. Researchers looked at how people's sense of closeness to the victims influenced their fear. They found that the more people felt connected to the victims, the more afraid they were of f...
The quest for justice in the wake of the 9/11 attacks has hit another snag. A federal appeals court recently overturned a plea deal that would have spared Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind behind the attacks, from facing the death penalty. This decision has reopened a complex legal battle that has dragged on for over two decades. Mohammed is accused of ...
In times of conflict, questions arise about who should speak up against injustices. Some believe that experts in ethics have a duty to voice their opinions. But is this duty unique to them, or does it apply to everyone? Before diving into this, let's look at some key points about ethics in warfare. One recent event that sparked debate was the Hamas attack on October...
Some viruses that cause severe bleeding in humans come from animals. These viruses, like Ebola and Lassa, are very dangerous. They can kill many people quickly. This makes them a big worry for bioterrorism. These viruses spread from animals to humans. This is called zoonotic transmission. It happens when people come into contact with infected animals or their waste....
Kneecap, the Irish-language rap trio, took the stage at Glastonbury Festival this weekend, delivering a powerful performance to a massive crowd. Despite facing backlash from British politicians and legal troubles for one of its members, the group stood firm, supported by thousands of fans waving Palestinian flags. Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, known as Mo Chara, is currently ...
The United States is on high alert. A recent warning highlights a potential increase in cyber threats. This comes after the U. S. took military action against Iran's nuclear sites. The warning does not point to any specific threats but suggests that cyber attacks from pro-Iranian groups are possible. These could target U. S. networks. The warning also mentions that I...
The highest court in the United States has just given a big boost to victims of terrorism. This decision allows families of those hurt or killed in attacks in the Middle East to sue Palestinian authorities. The Supreme Court backed a law from 2019 that lets these lawsuits move forward. The attacks happened in the early 2000s and in 2018. They left 33 people dead and...
Authorities have made a significant move in the Palm Springs bombing case. A man was apprehended at JFK airport in New York. He is accused of supplying bomb components to the main suspect in the Palm Springs attack. The incident took place on May 17, 2025, at a fertility clinic in Palm Springs. This man, Daniel Park, from Kent, Washington, was taken in...
A recent incident in Boulder, Colorado, has ignited a heated debate. A man, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, allegedly set off a series of explosions at an event supporting Israeli hostages. This event has become a hot topic in political circles, especially for those pushing for stricter immigration policies. Soliman, a 45-year-old from Egypt, entered the United States in 202...