innocence
The presumption of innocence is a cornerstone of the American legal system and a right that should not be taken for granted.
Information and Communication Technology Warfare
As a teenager, I was an avid reader of the science fiction genre of novels. I spent my pocket money on books. What I loved most, was the promise of the future greater technology and a promised easier lifestyle. The idea that humans could make robots that were as smart as themselves thrilled me. It was exhilarating. Now, half a century later, I am witnessing similar book concepts manifest themselves increasingly inserting themselves into our mundane world. Let me express my admiration for Isaac Asimov, Jules Vernes, and H.G. Wells. As I grew older, my taste in books changed. I found elements of future worlds, extreme technologies, and gadgets in the writings of authors like James Patterson, who wrote about cyber attacks on police stations, David Rorvik, who introduced the concept of human cloning, the Sunday comic strips featuring Dick Tracy’s equivalent of the Apple Watch and George Orwell’s description of an authoritarian world where fake news was considered the truth and surveillance was as common as family visits.
By Wayne W. Barrowabout a year ago in Criminal
"Behind the Scars:. Content Warning.
Acid attacks represent a severe form of gender-based violence, with approximately 80% of victims being women, as reported by Acid Survivors Trust International (2022). Despite the enactment of legislation aimed at curbing such violence, including the 2011 amendment to Section 336-B of the Pakistan Penal Code, which prescribes a minimum of 14 years imprisonment to life imprisonment and fines up to 1 million PKR. moreover, in 2012, the National Assembly passed further landmark legislation where it moved trials for acid attack crimes to the anti-terrorism courts, known for adjudicating longer sentences. Still, acid attack violence persisted in Pakistan. Despite such law enactment, the highest number of acid attacks were reported after the enactment of the law in 2016 with 43 cases hence the enforcement remains inadequate. The Pakistan Human Rights Commission (2023) notes a troubling increase of approximately 400 new cases annually. Such demonstrates Pakistan as the deadliest country for acid attacks. The continued unregulated sale of acid exacerbates the issue, undermining legal safeguards. For instance, in 2021, a victim's petition to the Sindh High Court underscored the ongoing availability of concentrated acid in local markets, despite existing restrictions (LUMS Online Application Interface, 2021). This persistent issue highlights the need for stricter enforcement of legal provisions and comprehensive measures to address both the sale of acid and the protection of survivors.
By Advocate Dua Aliabout a year ago in Criminal
A Heartbreaking Tragedy
In the bustling city of Houston, Texas, a tragic story unfolded that would forever haunt the community and a grieving family. The DoubleTree Hotel on Northwest Freeway, usually a haven for families and vacationers, became the backdrop for a heartbreaking incident that would stun everyone who heard about it.
By Elle Colonabout a year ago in Criminal
How to Create a Data Backup and Recovery Plan
Data disaster recovery is in place to get critical information and systems back up quickly following a serious event. It is the use of predefined strategies, tools, and processes to quickly restore data after a disaster without incurring significant downtime or losses.
By Shashi Salesabout a year ago in Criminal
George Stinney Jr.: The Youngest Person Executed in 20th Century America
On June 16, 1944, George Stinney Jr., a 14-year-old African American boy, was executed by electric chair in South Carolina. His case remains one of the most tragic and controversial events in American legal history. George Stinney Jr. was the youngest person to be sentenced to death and executed in the United States during the 20th century, and the circumstances surrounding his case reflect the deep racial injustice and flawed legal system of that era.
By William Henryabout a year ago in Criminal
Newlywed Nurse Tragically Murdered by Neighbor: A Community in Mourning. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
The quiet town of Beaverton, Oregon, is reeling after the shocking and senseless murder of 32-year-old nurse, Melissa Juain. As details of her tragic death emerge, a close-knit community finds itself grieving the loss of a beloved daughter, wife, and friend. Her story, one of love, hope, and promise, was cruelly cut short by an act of violence that no one could have anticipated. The horrifying reality of the crime has sent shockwaves through not only her local community but also the healthcare sector, where she had touched so many lives.
By Gerald mawuli Deynuabout a year ago in Criminal
Which Incarceration is Better?
As I ponder a book that was titled "We're All Doing Time" I am reminded of another writer (Dante) and also the word "incarceration". I've often listened to the lyrics of Pink Floyd's song "Wish You Were Here" and wondered where he wrote those words and who was he trying to reach with that song? Life is very mysterious and deep. Writers and artists are always expressing that.
By Shanon Angermeyer Normanabout a year ago in Criminal
10 Years Later, Search For The Hoggle Children Continues
It has been 10 years since Sarah (3 at the time) and Jacob (2 at the time) disappeared since September 7, 2014, in Maryland. The search continues and the family is still searching for answers. What Happened to Sarah and Jacob? Were they murdered by their mother, did Catherine sold them into trafficking, or are they still missing?
By Gladys W. Muturiabout a year ago in Criminal
