Did you know that Espírito Santo has been grappling with interpersonal violence for quite some time? Let's take a step back and understand what's been happening there from 2011 to 2018. Researchers have been keeping a close eye on how often people reported violent incidents to authorities. But why i
During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a notable increase in gun purchases in the United States. Simultaneously, the country witnessed a rise in racism and hate crimes. But did these two trends intersect? This study explores whether experiencing racism influenced Americans' decision to buy guns dur
Sean "Diddy" Combs will remain behind bars until his trial, as a federal judge has denied his request for a $50 million bail package. The judge, Arun Subramanian, believes that no conditions can guarantee the safety of the community. The decision was based on Combs' alleged history of violence, incl
Harvey Weinstein, a disgraced producer awaiting trial, is suing New York City for a whopping $5 million. Why? He claims the conditions at Rikers Island Jail are terrible. His lawyers argue that the jail's staff didn't give him proper medical care or basic hygiene. They say Weinstein's health got wor
In the heart of California, a Tesla Cybertruck crash led to a fatal fire early Wednesday morning. The incident happened in Piedmont, just outside San Francisco, leaving three people dead and one injured. Police Chief Jeremy Bowers confirmed that the truck crashed at around 3 a. m. , with an unidenti
Ever wondered how our belief in a fair world could shape our actions? A study found that people who think others get what they deserve are less likely to commit everyday crimes. Why? Because they feel guilty about it! The more you believe in a fair world, the more you might feel bad about doing some
In a heartbreaking turn of events, a 13-year-old girl named Milana Li was discovered dead in a creek in Washington County, Oregon on May 10, 2022. Just under a mile from her home, her lifeless body was found after a frantic search sparked by her mother’s report of her disappearance. The police deter
Did you know that human trafficking is one of the world's fastest-growing crimes? Healthcare providers often struggle to spot, rescue, and care for victims because they don’t know enough about it. This isn’t good news for the United States, where healthcare professionals need to be more aware. If y
Imagine losing someone you love for 25 years, thinking they'll never come back. That was the reality for a family in California. It all started with a newspaper article about unidentified patients in Los Angeles. A friend saw a familiar face and alerted the local sheriff's office. The man in questio
Hannah Kobayashi, a 30-year-old from Hawaii, vanished after missing a connecting flight from Los Angeles to New York. Her family revealed that she made two mysterious Venmo payments to unknown individuals before her disappearance. These payments have caught the attention of police as they continue t
