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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Project 2025: A Plan for Environmental Disaster?

Project 2025, a blueprint for a Republican takeover of the US government, raises serious concerns about its potential impact on public health and the environment. The plan proposes downgrading the classification of 'forever chemicals' (PFAS) from 'hazardous' to 'contaminant.' These chemicals, fo

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Aug 28 2024POLITICS

Stunning Indictment Shakes Up 2024 Presidential Race: Trump Faces Four Felony Counts Related to Election and January 6 Events

In a dramatic twist, former President Donald Trump has been indicted by the Biden-Harris administration's special counsel, Jack Smith. The indictment, made public just weeks before early voting starts in several states, levels four felony charges against Trump connected to the 2020 election and the

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Aug 27 2024CRIME

Kamala Harris' Backing of Bail Fund: A Closer Look at Her 'Tough on Crime' Stance

Kamala Harris has built a reputation as a 'tough on crime' politician, having served as district attorney of San Francisco and attorney general of California. However, her support for a bail fund that freed violent criminals during the 2020 George Floyd protests raises questions about her true stanc

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Aug 27 2024SCIENCE

Unraveling Mysteries: The Evolution and Impact of Rhode Island's State Crime Lab

Delve into the world of forensic science and explore the innovations that have shaped Rhode Island's state crime lab over the past 64 years. Nestled in the basement of Fogarty Hall at the University of Rhode Island, Director Dennis Hilliard and his team of 13 experts analyze evidence, from DNA on g

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