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Crimes

Promontories • 7 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23
🌍 World Politics Crime Justice Media Courts Truth
  1. Real criminal investigations are not like what we see on TV - they are complex and involve multiple layers of deception and motives.
  2. In real life, justice is not always as idealistic as portrayed in movies - prosecutors may seek plea bargains or delay formal charges for various reasons.
  3. Our perceptions of reality are heavily influenced by what we see in movies, TV shows, and novels, often blurring the line between fiction and reality.

The Economics of McCormick

Economic Forces • 3 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
💼 Business Economics Regulation Crime Demand Theory
  1. Deregulation may not always lead to societal benefits due to factors like rent-seeking and public ignorance of economics.
  2. Increasing the number of referees in college basketball can reduce the rate of fouls, showcasing the impact of policing quality on behavior.
  3. The Alchian-Allen theorem demonstrates how travel costs can impact consumer behavior when it comes to goods of varying quality and transportation modes.
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GHOSTS OF THE MAGIC CITY

Marlene’s Newsletter • 4 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture History Paranormal Crime Architecture Travel
  1. Certain places in Miami are known for encounters with the paranormal, like the Alfred I. duPont Building.
  2. The Biltmore Hotel is not only famous for hosting celebrities but also for being haunted, with reports of ghostly sightings and unexplained phenomena.
  3. The Deering Estate has a rich history dating back to the early 1900s and is rumored to be haunted by several spirits, making it a place of interest for those intrigued by the supernatural.

Taking crime seriously

Omnibudsman • 0 implied HN points • 01 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Society Policy Solutions Research
  1. In the US, violent crime rates are significantly higher compared to other rich countries, making it a serious issue that needs attention.
  2. Violent crime is a common and traumatic experience in the US, with a high likelihood of victimization over a fifty-year period.
  3. Crime disproportionately affects the poor and marginalized, leading to economic harm, loss of wealth, and hindering growth.

Watch out for speed cameras in the Murraylands this week

Murray Bridge News • 0 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
📰 News Crime Police
  1. Watch out for speed cameras in the Murraylands this week, as police will be actively monitoring roads around the area.
  2. A B-double truck driver had their license suspended for 12 months for speeding on the South Eastern Freeway.
  3. A motorbike rider in Tailem Bend was arrested for hooning without lights or a helmet, and faces multiple charges.

Robotaxi up in flames after crowd attacks vehicle

Global Community Weekly (GloCom) • 0 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
📰 News Autonomous Vehicles Social media San Francisco Crime Technology Events Safety Local
  1. A crowd in San Francisco's Chinatown attacked a Waymo robotaxi, setting it on fire, prompting an investigation by authorities.
  2. The incident damaged the autonomous vehicle, leading to concerns of potential similar actions during festivities like the Super Bowl.
  3. City officials, including Supervisor Aaron Peskin, are taking measures to ensure safety, with police presence boosted for potential security threats.

The precautionary principle

Hypertext • 0 implied HN points • 27 Mar 24
🔬 Science Policy Research Crime Justice Evidence
  1. Policy interventions should focus on 'stabilizers' - social forces that are difficult to change, rather than seeking unclear systemic reforms.
  2. Experiments like RCTs in criminal justice can provide meaningful insights, even if their scope is narrow, and they can be scaled with political will.
  3. Not all policy interventions are suitable for RCTs, but evidence from experiments should be considered as incremental tests for replication and scalability.

"Vomiting" the Internet, for fun and profit

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 20 Nov 14
🎭️ Culture Internet Loneliness Crime Technology Business
  1. Checking in on the Internet's saddest thread. A message from 2004 asking for someone to talk to is still receiving responses. It's unclear if the internet makes people more or less lonely.
  2. How do you solve a problem like Backpage? Backpage is known for illicit activities, but now it's being used to catch criminals. This raises questions about what actions should be taken.
  3. Meet Europe's 'digital counterrevolution' leader. He believes Google is creating a concerning 'superstate' and predicts Americans will soon share his views.

Not-so-casual Craigslist encounters

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 23 Apr 14
🎭️ Culture Internet Beer Parenting Crime Social media
  1. The 'Google of spit' is a project to revolutionize healthcare by collecting and storing DNA like Google did for data.
  2. There's a man who has reviewed nearly 10,000 beers online and is a top user on RateBeer.com.
  3. Nathan Yau, a self-quantifier, is tracking changes in his life with charts as his son grows, showing how data can capture life's moments.

Is Al Gore ... God?

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 23 Jan 14
🎭️ Culture Internet Crime Social media Celebrities Fashion
  1. The Internet speeds up everything from messaging to information-sharing, but can lead to a feeling of having less time.
  2. Hunter Moore, known as the 'most-hated man on the Internet', has been indicted for various computer charges, highlighting the criminal nature of revenge porn.
  3. A study claiming Facebook lost 80% of its audience was proven to be unbelievable, emphasizing the importance of fact-checking and reliable sources.

Details of all 95 School Shootings in 2018

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 0 implied HN points • 28 Dec 18
📰 News Crime School Shootings
  1. 2018 saw a record number of 95 school shootings, though not all were indiscriminate attacks like infamous cases like Columbine or Sandy Hook. Disputes that escalated into shootings were common.
  2. The broad and inclusive definition of 'school shooting' aims to gather extensive data for analysis. Researchers can filter data for specific types of incidents, such as suicides, bullying, or gang violence.
  3. Analyzing the 2018 incidents shows a complex picture - shootings occured for various reasons in different cities, involving students, teachers, non-students, and ex-lovers. There is no clear connection between the incidents.

The Future Is Open-Source

Homo Ludens • 0 implied HN points • 29 Sep 19
🕹 Technology Open Source Security Privacy Crime Smartphones
  1. The future is open-source, presenting both challenges and opportunities in areas like security, privacy, and technological advancements.
  2. Security is a major concern in the open-source realm, especially with Android devices facing issues like spam, malware, and lack of centralized updates. Solutions like blockchain and better security measures are being explored.
  3. Privacy is crucial in the open-source landscape, with the need for better protection of user data against intrusion by government agencies, criminal entities, and ensuring data remains private and secure.

Người Nhãn

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 09 May 17
📚 Literature Fiction Crime Mystery Suspense Tragedy
  1. Người Nhãn, a mysterious figure in the story, had a lot of mystery surrounding his identity and actions, which intrigued many people in the community.
  2. The character Năm Cam played a significant role in the plot, being involved in events that influenced Người Nhãn's life and ultimately attending his funeral alone, causing speculation amongst others.
  3. The story includes elements of loyalty, betrayal, and complex relationships among the characters, showcasing how actions and decisions can have lasting consequences in a community.

Vụ lừa đảo Macbook Air

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 03 Feb 10
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Scam Crime Internet Privacy
  1. Scammers can be clever in their schemes, like creating auctions to deceive victims and switching SIM cards to escape after receiving payment.
  2. Having comprehensive information about a scammer's activities is crucial for identifying and capturing them, highlighting the importance of security monitoring.
  3. Criminals may unintentionally leave real personal information behind, making it difficult for them to evade detection in the long run.

Dùng MP3 Player để exploit ATM

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 19 Nov 06
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Crime
  1. A man in the UK was convicted for using an MP3 player to steal credit card information from ATMs, exploiting standalone machines found in supermarkets and bars.
  2. The MP3 player was attached to the back of the ATM to capture customer credit card details as they were transmitted to the bank, which were then used to create counterfeit cards for fraudulent purchases.
  3. Despite the man spending over 200,000 pounds from the stolen cards, it's believed he only profited around 14,000 pounds himself. The case was uncovered almost by chance when police stopped him in London for driving illegally.

'I am the dead body'

The Quack Doctor • 0 implied HN points • 24 May 24
💾 History Medical Crime Deception Identity Life events
  1. A former medical student attempted to fake his own death certificate in 1901 to start fresh and deceive his family
  2. The fake corpse he created was discovered by the doctor, leading to his arrest and later conviction for obtaining the death certificate under false pretenses
  3. The man had a history of deception, had previous run-ins with the law, and eventually died under mysterious circumstances many years later

The most eye opening videos/stories I have seen in 2023.

Spud’s Substack • 0 implied HN points • 14 Jan 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Health Vaccines Conspiracies Crime Evolution
  1. Videos and articles shed light on controversial topics in medicine and vaccines, revealing potential conflicts of interest and lack of proper testing.
  2. Exploration of how black crime in certain communities can serve as a complex political strategy, maintaining power dynamics.
  3. Highlighted content delves into shocking revelations about the involvement of government and big pharma in vaccine production, raising questions about quality control.

My favorite novels on financial markets

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 07 Mar 09
📚 Literature Fiction Crime Finance Historical Novels
  1. David Liss's novel 'The Conspiracy of Paper' offers an interesting look at financial markets during the South Sea Bubble. It shows how swindlers took advantage of investors, which still happens today.
  2. Another of Liss's notable works is 'The Coffee Trader', which explores the early derivatives markets in coffee. It highlights how trading antics have been around for a long time, just like today.
  3. While 'The Whiskey Rebels' ties into finance through Alexander Hamilton's story, it doesn't capture market chaos as well as Liss's other books do.

Crime Contagion

Brain Lenses • 0 implied HN points • 23 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime
  1. In high-crime areas, people may start to see crime as normal and acceptable.
  2. The Broken Windows Theory suggests that visible signs of crime can lead to more crime happening.
  3. The Crime Contagion theory has been around since the 1980s but has faced challenges over the years.

THE FRENCH ARISTOCRAT MURDER MYSTERY

Marlene’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 21 Apr 23
📰 News Crime Investigation Family Dynamics Religion Media Coverage
  1. In 2011, a French aristocrat may have murdered his family and disappeared, with many unanswered questions remaining.
  2. Despite exhaustive searches, there is no conclusive evidence of Xavier Dupont de Ligonnès' whereabouts or fate.
  3. The case involves intricate details including financial troubles, marital issues, possible cult connections, and mysterious disappearances.

LEAKIN PARK: BALTIMORE'S OPEN AIR CEMETERY

Marlene’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 12 Jul 23
📰 News Crime True Crime Mystery Documentary Investigation
  1. Leakin Park in Baltimore has a dark history of being a dumping ground for murder victims since the 1940s, with many bodies found mutilated.
  2. The park has been the scene of various heinous crimes, including the murders of four young boys in 1968 and the disappearance of high school student Hae Min Lee in 1999.
  3. Despite its infamous reputation and numerous bodies discovered, authorities believe there are still many more yet to be found in Leakin Park.

SKULDUGGERY AT THE VATICAN

Marlene’s Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 30 Jul 23
🌐 International Mystery Conspiracy Crime Religion Cover-up Investigation
  1. Dark deeds can happen even in places like the Vatican, hinting at unexplained disappearances and conspiracy theories
  2. The disappearance of Emanuela Orlandi in 1983 led to a complex web of theories involving the Vatican, terrorist organizations, and the mafia
  3. Recent developments, including a reopened investigation and revelations from a Netflix documentary, shed new light on the Orlandi case