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May 14, 2013 03:29 PM ET // Benjamin Radford
Despite parents' concerns and news media stories, child abductions by strangers are much rarer than most people think. Continue reading →
May 9, 2013 05:10 PM ET // Benjamin Radford
Psychics use common sense and a few psychological principles to provide the illusion of accuracy. Continue reading →
Apr 30, 2013 12:57 PM ET // Benjamin Radford
It took years and many deaths for anyone to realize the devices were fakes; here's why. Continue reading →
Apr 27, 2013 09:16 AM ET // Jesse Emspak
Smartphones locate hooters by tracking the sound waves fired bullets create. Continue reading →
Apr 19, 2013 10:54 AM ET // Benjamin Radford
Finding any severed animal or human body part can be creepy and gruesome, but it's not always bad news. ->
Apr 8, 2013 12:16 PM ET // Nic Halverson
Inspired by the abduction and murder of a human rights worker, "The Natalia Project" uses GPS data and social networks to protect future workers. ->
Mar 26, 2013 08:06 PM ET // Nic Halverson
Innovative app uses covert features so those at risk of domestic abuse can seek online support without leaving behind an electronic trail of evidence. ->
Mar 21, 2013 08:33 AM ET // Jennifer Viegas
PETA calls for cruelty-to-animals charges against those involved in the death of an Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race canine. ->
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