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New York City
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

16-Year-Old Shot in Sheepshead Bay NYCHA Tower

A 16-year-old boy was critically injured in a shooting at Sheepshead Bay Houses in Brooklyn, with police searching for a suspect.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

16-Year-Old Shot in Sheepshead Bay NYCHA Tower

A 16-year-old boy was critically injured in a shooting at Sheepshead Bay Houses in Brooklyn, with police searching for a suspect.
fromThe Nation
23 hours ago

Drowning Out the Noise

On the morning of the Unite the Right rally, I lumbered down the staircase of a Catskills Airbnb rented for a bachelor party to learn that only hours before, a gang of white nationalists stormed the University of Virginia campus wielding Tiki torches and chanting, 'Jews will not replace us.'
Left-wing politics
SF parents
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

Could Your Child Be a Member of the Most Dangerous Online Community? What Every Parent Needs to Watch Out For

The True Crime Community is a dangerous online subculture that idolizes mass shooters and has been linked to numerous violent attacks.
fromwww.bbc.com
21 hours ago

Counter-terror police investigate another arson attack

Commander Helen Flanagan stated, 'At this stage last night's arson is not being linked to other incidents in the north-west London area over the last week or last month's arson in Golders Green but counter terrorism officers are leading due to the similarities of each attack.'
London politics
Boston
fromBoston.com
19 hours ago

Bates College locks down after reported gunman, later revealed to be a false alarm

A reported gunman in Lewiston, Maine, led to lockdowns at local schools and Bates College, but the threat was later deemed unfounded.
Miami food
fromqns.com
1 day ago

Law enforcement sources scoff at DHS complaint that city rejected ICE hold on alleged Maspeth killer arsonist QNS

Roman Amatitla was arrested for murder and arson after setting a fire that killed four people, including a child, in Flushing.
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Effects of Media Depictions or Mediaspeak on War

A whole vocabulary of mediaspeak terms applied to real life has gradually emerged. Included here, among others, are: collateral damage, neutralized, canceled, surgical strike, playbook, rules of the game, high-value target, and gamechanger.
World politics
Media industry
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Blatantly fake news about college sports spreads like wildfire in the absence of player payday details

The transfer portal has sparked chaos in college basketball, leading to misinformation and confusion about player transfers and NIL deals.
fromWIRED
1 day ago

MAGA Is Increasingly Convinced the Trump Assassination Attempt Was Staged

Tim Dillon expressed skepticism about the assassination attempt, suggesting that Trump should reveal it was staged to demonstrate his commitment to his supporters and the importance of voting.
Right-wing politics
Books
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

A New Kind of Scandal Is Growing Online. It's Ruining Careers-and Aimed at the Wrong Target.

A.I. detection controversies highlight concerns over authorship and the impact of technology on writing.
Coronavirus
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Covid jabs huge success, but work needed on trust in vaccines - key findings from Covid report

The Covid vaccination program in the UK was an extraordinary achievement that saved lives but faced challenges like vaccine hesitancy and misinformation.
Education
fromWIRED
3 days ago

The Deepfake Nudes Crisis in Schools Is Much Worse Than You Thought

AI-generated deepfake nude images are impacting nearly 90 schools and over 600 students globally, causing severe emotional distress among victims.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Police debunk social media claims linking Epping car incident suspect to asylum hotel

Police confirmed no link between a suspect in a car incident and an asylum hotel despite social media claims.
US Elections
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

A Wild Car-Crash Conspiracy

A disturbing scheme exploits impoverished individuals through staged accidents for profit, involving lawyers, unnecessary surgeries, and life-threatening risks.
Social media marketing
fromAxios
4 days ago

The first AI-era war is a "slopaganda" battle to control memes

AI-generated content is rapidly spreading propaganda, making it easier for influencers to adopt conspiracy theories.
fromJezebel
4 days ago

Only the Trump Administration Could Employ a FEMA Official Who Claims He Can Teleport and See Ghosts

Gregg Phillips claimed that he has in several instances 'teleported,' once into a Georgia Waffle House 50 miles away, where I can only assume a freshly made All-Star Special was waiting for him.
Washington DC
Music production
fromConsequence
4 days ago

No, Geese Is Not a "Psy-Op"

Marketing practices in the music industry are often mischaracterized as psy-ops, when they are simply strategic efforts to reach more listeners.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromThe Mirror US
5 days ago

Senseless rap beef possible reason behind shooting of 7-month-old baby in NYC

A rapper targeted a baby's father, resulting in the tragic shooting of a 7-month-old in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Man shot dead inside Brooklyn apartment as police hunt for gunman | amNewYork

A man was shot dead in a Brooklyn apartment, prompting a manhunt for the gunman by police.
Brooklyn
fromThe Mirror US
5 days ago

Senseless rap beef possible reason behind shooting of 7-month-old baby in NYC

A rapper targeted a baby's father, resulting in the tragic shooting of a 7-month-old in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Man shot dead inside Brooklyn apartment as police hunt for gunman | amNewYork

A man was shot dead in a Brooklyn apartment, prompting a manhunt for the gunman by police.
SOMA, SF
fromTNW | Insights
5 days ago

Two arrested after gunfire near Sam Altman's home, days after Molotov attack

Two people were arrested for gunfire near Sam Altman's home, following a Molotov cocktail attack two days prior, raising security concerns.
#nypd
New York City
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Loved ones say accused Grand Central slasher, killed by NYPD, had no violent history

Family and friends of Anthony Griffin dispute police claims about his violent behavior, expressing confusion over the incident that led to his death.
Boston
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Senior man fatally shot near his home in the Bronx: NYPD | amNewYork

A 78-year-old man was shot and killed in the Bronx, and the NYPD is investigating the incident.
New York City
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Loved ones say accused Grand Central slasher, killed by NYPD, had no violent history

Family and friends of Anthony Griffin dispute police claims about his violent behavior, expressing confusion over the incident that led to his death.
Boston
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Senior man fatally shot near his home in the Bronx: NYPD | amNewYork

A 78-year-old man was shot and killed in the Bronx, and the NYPD is investigating the incident.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Blakeman says NYPD cop thought 'out of the box' by throwing cooler that killed fleeing suspect

Bruce Blakeman supports pardoning former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran, calling his conviction an injustice and advocating for law enforcement.
Social justice
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Can Columbus, Ohio teach the NYPD about crowd control? Mamdani wants to find out.

Columbus emphasizes conversation and de-escalation in protest policing, contrasting with aggressive tactics historically used by the NYPD.
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Toronto teens, parents, counsellors uncertain possible social media ban will be successful | CBC News

I've really gotten ahead because it's [allowed] me to get real life experience since very young. I don't think I would have really [been] introduced to this world if it wasn't for my book Instagram.
Digital life
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 day ago

Two men wounded in Ocean Hill double shooting, suspect at large Brooklyn Paper

Two men were shot outside 1275 Herkimer St. in Ocean Hill, with a 55-year-old victim suffering a back injury and a 33-year-old shot in the leg and groin.
East Bay (California)
NYC food
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

One dead and several injured after mass shooting at Chick-fil-A in New Jersey

At least six people were shot, including one fatally, at a Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey.
Media industry
fromFuturism
1 day ago

A Prominent PR Firm Is Running a Fake News Site That's Plagiarizing Original Journalism at Incredible Scale

National Today is accused of blatant plagiarism by rewording and stealing content from various publications without crediting the original sources.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Man accused of attack on Sam Altman's SF home was in crisis, parents say

A 20-year-old man faces federal charges after attacking OpenAI's headquarters, with his family citing a mental health crisis.
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Drill rap beef may be behind senseless NYC stray-bullet death of 7-month-old girl: sources

Accused gunman Amuri Greene was allegedly targeting the baby's rapper father, Jamari Patterson, when he fired into a crowd in Williamsburg on April 1, killing little Kaori Patterson-Moore.
Brooklyn
SOMA, SF
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Two Arrested In Shooting Near Sam Altman's Home Following Separate Firebomb Attack

Two suspects were arrested for gunfire near OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home, following a Molotov Cocktail attack days earlier.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Pre-dawn Rosemead street takeover ends with four hospitalized with gunshots

Four people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds during a street takeover in Rosemead, with all victims in stable condition as investigations continue.
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

4 arrested in brazen daytime shooting near downtown Haverhill

A shooting occurred in downtown Haverhill at around 11:30 a.m., damaging property but causing no injuries. Haverhill police discovered numerous shell casings at the scene.
East Bay (California)
New York City
fromNewsday
1 week ago

New York subway stabbings leave 3 hurt as police shoot and kill knife-wielding man, officials say

A man with a machete attacked three people in a subway station before being shot by police.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

New records show how police tracked down the alleged Beverly mansion robber

Brown was charged with home invasion, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon on a person over age 60, kidnapping, witness intimidation, armed assault in a dwelling, armed burglary, breaking and entering in a building at night, larceny of a motor vehicle, and larceny over $1,200.
Boston
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Oklahoma principal shot disarming ex-student with semi-automatic guns

A principal disarmed an armed former student, preventing a potential tragedy at a high school in Oklahoma.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Police: Armed robbery suspects used gun, rock, and bear spray in Dorchester attack

Three suspects were arrested for an armed robbery involving multiple assaults in Dorchester.
#homicide
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Brooklyn man shot to death inside apartment was gunned down by girlfriend's teen son: sources | amNewYork

Jamal Davis, 43, was fatally shot in his Brooklyn apartment by his girlfriend's 16-year-old son after a dispute.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Brooklyn man shot to death inside apartment was gunned down by girlfriend's teen son: sources | amNewYork

Jamal Davis, 43, was fatally shot in his Brooklyn apartment by his girlfriend's 16-year-old son after a dispute.
Privacy professionals
fromConsequence
3 weeks ago

Chappell Roan Backlash Over Security Guard Incident Fueled by Bot-Driven Smear Campaign: Report

Chappell Roan faced backlash due to a security incident, with a significant portion of negative social media posts attributed to bots.
World news
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 weeks ago

When Deepfakes Become Doctrine

Artificial intelligence is being used to create and spread disinformation during the U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure.
fromQueens, NY Patch
2 weeks ago

2 Fatally Shot In The Head Inside NYC Building: NYPD

Officers responding to the scene found a 20-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the head and an 18-year-old woman with gunshot wounds to the head and chest.
New York City
Media industry
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

A False Story Can Go Viral in Minutes - Here's How Smart Leaders Stay Ahead of It

Misinformation spreads rapidly; preparation is crucial for leaders to manage reputational crises effectively.
California
fromCalifornia Post
1 month ago

Cops storm SoCal mall after hoax call targets streamers filming with child

A false 911 call claiming armed individuals with bombs at a Southern California mall triggered a massive police response, detaining livestreamers and a child during a shopping outing.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Police release photo of 'person of interest' in Boston shooting

A shooting occurred in Boston's South End, with a suspect seen discarding clothing before fleeing the scene.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

When Headlines Become Blueprints for Violence

Detailed media coverage of school shootings, including weapon types and methods, may incentivize copycat incidents, while ethical reporting standards could reduce this risk.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

CNN's Abby Phillip Falsely Claims NYC Terror Attack's Target Was Zohran Mamdani

CNN falsely reported that Mayor Zohran Mamdani was targeted in a terror attack when the actual targets were far-right protesters at Gracie Mansion.
#nypd-shooting
New York City
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 month ago

Man Shot By Off-Duty NYPD Officer In NYC: What To Know

An off-duty NYPD officer shot a 30-year-old man in the head in the Bronx Monday night; the victim is in critical condition and the circumstances remain under investigation.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 month ago

Man shot by off-duty NYPD officer in the Bronx, police say

An off-duty NYPD officer shot a 30-year-old man in the head in the Bronx Monday night; the victim remains in critical condition and circumstances are unclear.
New York City
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 month ago

Man Shot By Off-Duty NYPD Officer In NYC: What To Know

An off-duty NYPD officer shot a 30-year-old man in the head in the Bronx Monday night; the victim is in critical condition and the circumstances remain under investigation.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 month ago

Man shot by off-duty NYPD officer in the Bronx, police say

An off-duty NYPD officer shot a 30-year-old man in the head in the Bronx Monday night; the victim remains in critical condition and circumstances are unclear.
US politics
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Blakeman Echoes Replacement Rhetoric Linked To Buffalo Shooter

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman faced backlash for suggesting migrants are brought to the U.S. for Democratic votes and to undermine American culture, rhetoric critics link to the Great Replacement conspiracy theory cited in multiple mass killings.
Right-wing politics
fromReason.com
1 month ago

CNN retracts terrible post about alleged terrorists at New York City mayor's mansion

CNN retracted an X post using passive language that minimized a planned terrorist attack by two suspects who threw homemade explosives at anti-Islam protesters in New York City.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Bronx shooting near apartment building leaves man clinging to life as gun violence rocks borough again | amNewYork

A 30-year-old man shot in the head in the Bronx on March 16 remains in critical condition; the Bronx accounts for 45% of NYC shootings and victims this year.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Impact of Fake News on Health and Decision-Making

Fake news deliberately presents false or misleading health claims as legitimate reporting, distorting public understanding and promoting detrimental behaviors through rapid social media spread.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I led communications at FEMA during a hurricane - and had to flee my home after a death threat

In the middle of the response, as we were communicating safety and recovery information, other public officials and I were targeted. A mix of people were insinuating that we weren't doing our job. They were also spreading misinformation. As I reflect, what was really surprising to me at the time was getting attacked for my religion. I'm Jewish. There were a lot of people online who could say anything and everything without knowing me - very hurtful things.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Misinformation is scaling. We need to get better at countering it

Most days, an email lands in my inbox with the promise to amplify my growth-my newsletter subscribers, the reach of my podcasts, the number of client leads, etc. I've gotten used to random people pitching me on their services, and some of the messages expertly prey on my insecurities as a business owner ("you're leaving so much on the table," et al.). I never answer any of them, but I sometimes wonder which ones might actually be legit.
Artificial intelligence
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Suspects sought for shooting man in Queens and fleeing in a van: NYPD | amNewYork

NYPD seeks two masked suspects and a white Econoline van in connection with a Queens shooting that wounded a 30-year-old man in both legs on February 21.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump officials continue to push lies after fatal shooting of Alex Pretti

In the moments after federal officers shot Minneapolis ICU nurse Alex Pretti dead, Trump administration figures almost immediately made public statements in press conferences, televised interviews and social media posts that were at best indifferent to the evidence available at the time and at worst completely fabricated. A pattern is emerging, in which the Trump administration prioritizes the vilification of the dead victim as to blame for the incident over preserving the neutrality of any investigative process.
US politics
fromQueens, NY Patch
1 month ago

Suspects Sought For Shooting Man On NYC Street: See Photos

A 30-year-old man was approached by two men wearing masks. One of the suspects then fired a gun striking the 30-year-old in both legs. The victim was taken to One Brooklyn Health-Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center in stable condition.
New York City
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Innocent NYC shopper shot in broad-daylight burst of violence: 'Everyone just scattered'

Everyone heard an explosion. We thought kids were playing with firecrackers. Then we saw a lady on the ground. Everyone just scattered when the gunshot went off. She was on the floor. She looked confused.
Brooklyn
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Should We Treat Political Violence as a Public Health Crisis?

Political violence in the U.S. has become routine and causes lasting psychological and public-health harms beyond immediate security threats.
Public health
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: 'Firearm Influencers' Are Targeting Kids on Social Media. What Parents Should Know

Children encounter significant gun-related content online via algorithms and targeted marketing while platforms lack transparency about minors' data and exposure.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Monday Morning Headlines: One Dead In North Oakland Shooting

Bay Area communities held competing rallies over US-Iran tensions, Congress debates war powers, Oakland violence continues, California housing remains depressed, and El Niño threatens record temperatures.
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