The way courts operate has changed a lot since the COVID-19 pandemic. More and more court proceedings are happening online, not in traditional courtrooms. This shift has raised questions about how fair these virtual hearings are, especially when they lead to criminal convictions. A group of research
In the heart of rural Bangladesh, a serious issue lurks beneath the surface. Groundwater in many areas is packed with harmful metals like arsenic, manganese, and iron. The World Health Organization has set a safe limit for arsenic at 10 micrograms per liter. However, in some parts of Bangladesh, thi
Tire crumb rubber is a big part of our environment. It's in playgrounds, sports fields, and even roads. But did you know it might be spreading antibiotic resistance? This is a serious issue. Phages, or viruses that infect bacteria, can spread antibiotic resistance genes. These genes make bacteria to
In the heart of the Bronx, a young man's life was abruptly ended. Irvin Provitt, just 21 years old, was shot and killed in a park. This tragic event occurred a mere three months after his release from Rikers Island. Provitt had been eager to turn his life around and had even started an education pro
A man named Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia found himself in the middle of a big legal fight. He was sent to El Salvador by mistake. Now, he is back in the U. S. to face charges. This happened after months of back and forth. The Trump administration had been against bringing him back. They had been fig
The Ozarks, a rugged and dense region, became the stage for a dramatic chase. A former police chief, Grant Hardin, known for his dark past, escaped from a prison in Arkansas. This was not a simple breakout. He managed to fool the guards by dressing and acting like one of them. He was serving tim
Heart disease is a sneaky killer. It can strike suddenly, leaving little time for diagnosis. This makes it a tough nut to crack for medical experts. But what if there was a way to spot the signs of acute ischemic heart disease (AIHD) even after death? That is what a recent study set out to explore.
The US has taken a bold step by imposing sanctions on four judges from the International Criminal Court (ICC). This move is not just about punishing individuals but also about sending a strong message to the international community. The judges in question are accused of taking actions that the US fi
A 71-year-old woman from Texas passed away after a brain infection. The cause was a rare but deadly amoeba. This amoeba is known as Naegleria fowleri. It is often called the "brain-eating amoeba. " The woman had been using tap water to clean her sinuses. This is a common practice for many people. Ho
A woman known as Jane is the latest to share her story in the ongoing trial of a famous music producer. This isn't just about a celebrity's downfall; it's a stark look at alleged manipulation and control. Jane's journey began innocently enough, meeting the mogul through a friend. He was charming, an
