The justice system is often seen as a straightforward deal: crime equals punishment. But what if this idea is flawed and causes more harm than good? Two people, one who lost a loved one to violence and another who is currently in prison, share their thoughts on why the current system isn't working.
Bad things happening in childhood can lead to trouble later in life. This is a known fact. But what if good things also happen during childhood? Can those good things help to cancel out the bad ones? Researchers are looking into this idea. They want to see if positive experiences in childhood can h
Funding research is not just about giving money. It's about shaping how knowledge is created and shared. This is a big deal because who gets funded can decide what kind of research gets done. It's like being the referee in a game. The rules you set can change how the game is played. So, how can fun
Jeffrey Epstein's emails have sparked a fresh wave of scrutiny, with Donald Trump's name popping up repeatedly. Yet, when Trump called for an investigation into other influential figures mentioned in the emails, his own name was conspicuously absent. This move has raised eyebrows, especially since A
Bryan Kohberger, the man found guilty of murdering four University of Idaho students in 2022, has been ordered to cover the cost of urns for two of his victims. This ruling came on the third anniversary of the tragic event, adding another layer to the ongoing legal proceedings. The victims, Madison
In a surprising turn of events, Oklahoma's governor made a big decision. He chose to change a death sentence to life in prison. This happened after a state panel suggested it. The man, Tremane Wood, was supposed to be executed. But now, he will spend the rest of his life behind bars. Wood has alway
Vaccines are a big deal. They stop diseases and keep people healthy. But not everyone gets them. This is unfair. Getting vaccines approved is a big step. But it takes time and money. Some places don't have what they need to do this fast. There's a way to make it quicker. It's called regulatory reli
In a surprising turn of events, a trial involving two brothers from MIT ended without a clear answer. The case was about a huge sum of money, $25 million, linked to cryptocurrency. The brothers, James and Anton Peraire-Bueno, were accused of fraud and money laundering. But after three days, the jury
Youth crime is often sensationalized in the media, creating a false impression of a growing crisis. In reality, data shows a significant decline in youth crime and detention rates. Minors make up less than 10% of all arrests, contradicting the media's portrayal of young people as the primary threat
In a twist of events, federal prosecutors are gearing up to dig into the 2016 election interference claims. They are preparing to issue grand jury subpoenas to investigate officials from the Obama administration who put together a report on Russia's interference in the 2016 presidential election. Th
