Facebook Calls Links To Depression Inconclusive. These Researchers Disagree
The company has reached out to a number of researchers in recent months, though those same researchers are skeptical about the company's motivations.
Politics & Government
With Lethal Injections Harder To Come By, Some States Are Turning To Firing Squads
Unable to obtain lethal injection drugs, some states have turned to outmoded alternatives to execute prisoners on death row.
New York's Probe Into Trump Organization Is Now A Criminal Inquiry
If enough evidence is found, the Trump Organization could face criminal charges from two New York prosecutors: the New York state attorney general and the Manhattan district attorney.
The Pentagon Has Never Passed An Audit. Some Senators Want To Change That
The Department of Defense had its first independent financial audit in 2017. After three failed attempts, lawmakers are losing their patience. A new bill could impose financial penalties on the DoD.
Federal Authorities Say Kernersville Man Helped Organize Capitol Insurrection
Federal prosecutors believe a Kernersville man played a primary role in organizing the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol.
America's Satanic Panic Returns — This Time Through QAnon
In the 1980s, false accusations of satanic ritual abuse spread across the U.S. Now, QAnon has revived those fears, borrowing from the playbook of the Satanic Panic from decades prior.
Security Threats Against Lawmakers Increase After Jan. 6 Insurrection
Since the Capitol riot in January, threats against members of Congress have increased. Lawmakers from both parties are adjusting safety precautions.
Beyond Airports, TSA Also Manages Pipeline Security. That Could Be A Problem
The agency was put in charge of pipeline cybersecurity when it was formed, but experts say it lacks funding and support for the job. The Colonial Pipeline hack made the issue even more pressing.
For The U.S. Census, Keeping Your Data Anonymous And Useful Is A Tricky Balance
The Census Bureau must protect people's privacy when it releases demographic data from the 2020 count. Plans to change how it does that have sparked controversy over how it may affect redistricting.