Decatur, Georgia – The rise in firearm injuries and deaths among children and adolescents in the United States has become a pressing concern. Firearms have emerged as a leading cause of death for young people, surpassing fatalities from motor vehicle accidents. Disturbingly, the U.S. records a significantly higher rate of child and teen firearm mortality … Read more
MADRID, Spain – The number of deaths from multiple sclerosis in Spain showed an increase in 2022 compared to the previous year. Overall, women were more affected by multiple sclerosis than men in the European country. Throughout the analyzed period, an increasing yet fluctuating trend in the number of deaths from multiple sclerosis can be … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – Scoring in the NBA has reached all-time highs this season, with teams and individual players showing unprecedented offensive efficiency. The emphasis on pace, space, and three-point shooting has led to teams averaging over 115 points per game, the highest mark in over 50 years. More than 50 players are averaging over 20 … Read more
NEW YORK (AP) – A recent study has shown a decrease in deaths related to infective endocarditis in the United States, particularly among older adults. However, there has been a concerning surge in infective endocarditis-related deaths among young adults. The study, published in the Infectious Disease Special Edition, revealed that while overall death rates from … Read more
The use of the death penalty still persists in many countries, despite the global trend towards abolishing it. According to recent reports, the number of executions has been on the rise worldwide, sparking concerns among human rights organizations. In 2022, 55 countries still had the death penalty, with nine of them imposing it only for … Read more
WASHINGTON—The aftermath of the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol continues to reverberate, fueling a surge in politically motivated violence and threats against government officials and buildings as the country approaches another presidential election. Political scientist Robert Pape of the University of Chicago describes the current state of the country as a “tinderbox,” … Read more
JACKSON, Mississippi – The United States is currently facing a mental health and substance use disorder crisis, with a disturbing surge in overdose deaths. According to CDC data, more than 112,000 overdose deaths were recorded in a 12-month period from May 2022 to May 2023. While efforts are being made to combat these fatalities, the … Read more
NEW YORK, NY – A recent report by the independent Council on Criminal Justice (CCJ) has revealed a concerning trend in the United States – the declining murder clearance rate. According to the report, the solve rate for homicides has dropped from 83.7 percent in 1964 to just 50 percent in 2022. If this pattern … Read more
CHICAGO, IL – The Chicago Police Department released its end-of-year crime statistics on New Year’s Day, showing a decrease in shootings and murders despite an increase in other crimes across the city. While Chicago celebrated the beginning of 2024, the city saw its first homicide less than an hour into the new year. Three people … Read more