2024

TL/DR - A comprehensive database has been developed to help explain trends in firearm violence. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has also conducted surveillance for violent deaths. The CDC reported that suicide was the leading cause of violent deaths in 48 states and D.C. in 2021. Understanding Firearm Violence Trends…

TL/DR - U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris is facing criticism for claiming that the Inflation Reduction Act is distributing 'trillions of dollars' on American streets. Critics argue that this statement is misleading as the funds are not being physically distributed but are instead allocated through various federal programs and initiatives. They…

TL/DR - Senator J.D. Vance, an Ohio politician and Donald Trump's recently selected running mate, has evolved from a Trump critic to a loyalist, aligning closely with Trump's stances on trade, Ukraine, and more. Vance is pro-life, opposing abortion even in cases of rape or incest unless the mother's life is in danger; on immigration, he echoes…

TL/DR - Thailand legalized the medical use of marijuana in 2018 and has since become a significant entity in the medicinal marijuana industry due to its strict regulations and comprehensive licensing requirements. Medical marijuana is used for various health benefits, such as pain alleviation, stress control, and treating symptoms related to PTSD…