Imagine walking into a bakery and seeing cash registers that look like they arrived in a time machine. That’s the surprising sight customers encounter at Hilligoss Bakery in Brownsburg, Indiana. The business, which opened in 1974, still uses Commodore 64 computers as cash registers, a testament to t
A 22-year-old Michigander named Mack Davis from Owosso recently pleaded guilty to planning a hate-driven mass shooting aimed at LGBTQ+ spots. He targeted a political party office and a nearby bar, both places he linked to the LGBTQ+ community. Davis gathered an arsenal of weapons, ammunition, tactic
Ever heard about a cool method called investigative genetic genealogy (IGG)? It's a big deal for finding DNA matches from crime scenes or disaster victims. With new tech, we can now check millions of SNPs (tiny DNA differences) at once. But, there are some issues like bad quality samples, high costs
In a shocking turn of events, suspected serial killer Rex Heuermann has been charged with a seventh murder. This time, it's the murder of Valerie Mack, whose remains were discovered in New York several years ago. How did investigators link Heuermann to this latest crime? Through DNA analysis and som
A big update is coming soon in the Gilgo Beach serial killer case. The main suspect, Rex Heuermann, is back in court on Tuesday. He's already charged with six murders, and there are hints he might be involved in more. The Suffolk County District Attorney's Office has planned a news conference right
Have you ever wondered how politics and society affect the happiness of LGBT people in India? It's not just about acceptance; it's also about how much support they get from their families and friends, and how well they understand and use politics to protect their rights. For example, those from high
Have you ever heard of phytoplankton? They're tiny plants that float in the ocean and play a big role in the lives of other sea creatures. Recently, scientists in Chile asked a tough question: How do these tiny plants interact with each other and with some special ones called Pseudo-nitzschia? To an
In a swift turn of events, Santa Cruz police have apprehended a local man suspected of vandalizing a new LGBTQ+-friendly bar in the downtown area. The incident, which occurred at The Neighbor’s Pub on Pacific Avenue, involved offensive graffiti and an attempted arson. The bar, which recently opened
In the charming coastal town of Coronado, California, a brewing debate is stirring up the community. It all began when a church called Awaken announced plans to hold services there next month. This isn't your average place of worship, however. Awaken is known for its outspoken political views and st
In 2021, the vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) calculator was revised to address concerns about equity. This tool was originally designed to estimate the likelihood of successful vaginal birth after a previous cesarean delivery. One of the factors considered by the algorithm was race and ethnicity
