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Jan 12 2025POLITICS

Why Cohen Thinks Trump Got Off Easy

Michael Cohen, ex-lawyer and once a close confidant of Donald Trump, has some strong words about the former president's recent legal predicament. Speaking on MSNBC's "The Weekend, " Cohen expressed his dissatisfaction with Trump's sentencing, or lack thereof, for 34 counts of falsifying business rec

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

A Century Later: No Criminal Charges for Tulsa's Race Massacre

In a recent report, the U. S. Justice Department concluded that it's too late to bring criminal charges for the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. The massacre, one of the worst racial attacks in U. S. history, was carried out by a White mob against a thriving Black district. It left hundreds dead and thousa

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Jan 10 2025POLITICS

Justice Alito’s Call with Trump: A Red Flag for Ethics?

Justice Samuel Alito found himself in a sticky situation recently. He took a call from Donald Trump just hours before Trump was set to file a motion with the U. S. Supreme Court. Gabe Roth, an expert in judicial ethics and policy, called this a clear breach of ethics. Alito said the call was just ab

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

Judge Aileen Cannon's Latest Move: Obstructing Justice?

A U. S. District Judge, Aileen Cannon, has been making some unusual decisions favoring former President Donald Trump. Her latest? She blocked the Justice Department from releasing a special counsel's report about Trump's potential crimes. The problem? Some say her actions are illegal. She doesn't ha

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

A Mother's Fight: Seeking Justice for Her Son with Mental Health Struggles

In late 2023, a young man named Morgan Duncan disappeared from Columbia's Springtree Apartments. Morgan, who was 27, had been battling schizophrenia since his college days. His remains were found scattered in the woods and near a storm drain, stirring a community to action. Morgan's mother, LaTanza

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Jan 01 2025POLITICS

Serbian Students Lead New Year's Eve Protest for Justice

In Belgrade and other Serbian cities, thousands of people swapped the usual New Year's Eve celebrations for a protest. They were demanding political reforms and justice following a tragic collapse in Novi Sad. University students led the charge, using the slogan "No New Year Until We Get Justice. "

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Dec 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

Peer Reviews Get a Digital Payday

Imagine getting paid for your expert opinion in cryptocurrency. This is what's happening in the world of peer reviews! A scientific journal has started paying reviewers in digital coins, sparking debate about the future of academic payments. The journal believes this is a fair way to compensate revi

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Dec 27 2024CRIME

The Truth or Tricky Tech: DNA Software in a Murder Trial

In a New Jersey murder trial, a software called STRmix is under scrutiny. This software helps analyze complex DNA samples that used to be considered unusable. Defense lawyers for Paul Caneiro, accused of killing four family members, argue the software isn't reliable enough for court. They say it was

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Dec 24 2024CRIME

Alec Baldwin Case: Prosecutors Drop Appeal in Movie Set Shooting

In a surprising turn of events, New Mexico prosecutors have decided not to appeal a court's decision to dismiss an involuntary manslaughter charge against actor Alec Baldwin. This case revolves around a tragic shooting incident on the set of the Western movie "Rust" in 2021, where cinematographer Ha

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Dec 22 2024CRIME

Why Health Industry Want Mangione Tried Federally?

When it comes to the murder of Brian Thompson, the health insurance industry wants the feds to take the lead. They’re hoping the US Department of Justice will prosecute accused killer Luigi Mangione and show that vigilante crimes won't be tolerated. The federal case began suddenly, surprising both d

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