Science Radars > Blog > Culture & History > Despite Plea for Leniency, Expert Says Ghislaine Maxwell Will Probably Spend the ‘Rest of Her Life in Prison’
The convicted sex trafficker is asking for less than the 20 years recommended by the court’s probation department, citing lousy childhood as scion of a media mogul
Despite Plea for Leniency, Expert Says Ghislaine Maxwell Will Probably Spend the ‘Rest of Her Life in Prison’,The convicted sex trafficker is asking for less than the 20 years recommended by the court’s probation department, citing lousy childhood as scion of a media mogul
How Much True Crime TV Is Too Much?
We're being inundated with new limited series like "Under the Banner of Heaven" and “The Staircase" — but there is one show that is a nice palate cleanser.
Africa grapples with way forward on cybercrime
Cyber experts are urging Africa to up its game in the face of criminals targeting the continent's fast-growing internet economy with scams and theft.
The Most Iconic Gambler On Screen
Many critics say that ‘The Gambler’ by Dostoevsky is one of his most underestimated works, ‘an overlooked masterpiece’ of the Russian writer, as someone referred to it. ‘Crime and Punishment’ and ‘The Brothers Karamazov’ are the titles everyone deservedly knows. As for ‘The Gambler’, the book turned out to be a generous spring of inspiration
Why Do We Have Fingerprints?
In 1910, Thomas Jennings fled a murder scene, but he left behind a clue that would seal his fate: a perfect impression of his fingerprints in the drying paint of a railing, outside the house where he'd committed the crime. Jennings' fingerprints were the first ever to be used as evidence in a criminal investigation, and they led to his conviction for murder in 1911.Since then, fingerprints have continued to feature as crucial evidence in forensic investigations. These unique identity markers are so ideally suited to the task of busting a crime, that it's almost as if that's why they exist.But of course, this isn't the case. Which brings us to the question: Why do we have fingerprints, and what biological purpose do they serve?Related: 10 Things You Didn’t Know About You
How genocide is defined—and why it’s so difficult to prove
The gravest of international crimes was outlawed in the 1940s after the atrocities of the Holocaust. But it took decades to convict anyone of genocide—and the term has since become a political weapon.
The 14 Best Flatware Sets for Dining at Home
These are the best silverware options to show off your aesthetic, from modern pieces to heirloom-worthy picks. Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the links included
Apple CarPlay will let you pay for gas from your driver’s seat
During its WWDC event a few weeks ago, Apple announced iOS 16, highlighting a “next-generation” CarPlay experience that automakers might not be ready for any time soon. It also announced a new “fueling and driving tasks apps” feature that you will ac
Why You're Cutting Chicken Wrong, According To Science
There comes a time in every home cook's life when they're faced with the following quandary: to adapt a recipe based on the latest tips and tricks relayed on the internet, or to ignore them and go with what feels right? That is the question
Crypto Nonsense: Why Keanu? Why?
The action movie star and his partner Alexandra Grant are trying to make the metaverse—and NFTs—a little more inclusive. Just more Crypto Nonsense.
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Crypto Nonsense: Why Keanu? Why?
The action movie star and his partner Alexandra Grant are trying to make the metaverse—and NFTs—a little more inclusive. Just more Crypto Nonsense.
See what our national parks first looked like
From sweeping views of the Grand Canyon to stunning waterfalls in Yosemite, these vintage photos capture timeless beauty of national parks in the United States.
A day in the Okavango Delta
What’s it like to arrive in one of the most pristine, unspoiled oases in all of Africa? Batswana photojournalist Thalefang Charles takes you there.
General Grant’s surprising rise from cadet to commander
Early in the Civil War, Union forces were struggling in the East but winning in the West, where a relentless Ulysses S. Grant scored victory after victory to ascend through the ranks.
