RICHMOND, Virginia – The process of making an online purchase can begin with a few simple clicks, but for many, the decision can be halted when prompted to enter personal information such as state, zip code, and country. This can be especially challenging when the options available are presented in a lengthy dropdown menu. In … Read more
RALEIGH, N.C. – The number of mass shootings in North Carolina has been steadily increasing, according to the Gun Violence Archive. In 2023, there were 33 recorded mass shootings across the state, marking a 57% increase from the previous year. The Gun Violence Archive defines a mass shooting as a shooting in which at least … Read more
HALIFAX, Canada – A Nova Scotia constituency assistant is pushing for increased safety measures after experiencing a violent attack at work. Kelly Gomes, who has worked for a local legislator for the past four years, recounted the harrowing incident that took place at her constituency office on Dec. 14. This event has sparked a call … Read more
RALEIGH, NC – The number of mass shootings in North Carolina increased significantly last year, according to a recent report. The report revealed that there were a total of 18 mass shootings in the state in 2023, marking a substantial rise from previous years. The data, which was compiled by a local research group, indicated … Read more
WASHINGTON D.C., USA – According to recent reports, mass shootings in 2023 have increased, but the number of gun-related deaths has decreased. The data suggests a complex and possibly contradictory trend in gun violence that warrants further investigation and analysis. In 2023, there were a total of 625 mass shootings reported, representing a troubling rise … Read more
Wilmington, Delaware – The mayor and chief of police in Wilmington, Delaware, revealed the city’s year-end crime report, with some surprising findings. While murder investigations decreased by 22%, there was an increase in overall shooting incidents in 2023. One of the most concerning issues in Wilmington was the sharp rise in car theft, with 609 … Read more
Dublin, Ireland — Animal welfare advocates in Ireland are alarmed by the surge in animal cruelty cases, with a 75% increase in potential criminal prosecutions for such offenses, as reported by the Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The organization noted a significant rise in the number of dogs and cats being … Read more
MATTYDALE, N.Y. (AP) — The Central New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (CNYSPCA) has reported a significant increase in animal cruelty cases in 2023, as the organization looks back on the year’s numbers. Executive director Troy Waffner expressed concern over the spike in animal seizures through dog control and cruelty investigations, … Read more
CHICAGO, IL – The end-of-year crime statistics released by the Chicago Police Department on New Year’s Day revealed a mixed bag of results for the city. While shootings and murders were down over the past year, there were increases in other crimes across Chicago. Despite the positive development of decreased shooting incidents and murders, the … Read more
Karachi, Pakistan – With violent street crime posing a significant challenge for law enforcement in Karachi, the city saw a disturbing surge in murders during robberies in 2023. According to official statistics, 135 people lost their lives, and over 1,150 were injured by armed muggers, marking a 14% increase in fatalities compared to the previous … Read more