“They had chosen the wrong bank, in the wrong city, at the wrong time, and there would be terrible consequences.” The Duffy brothers, itching to return to their American gangster lives, hatched a scheme much grander than their previous exploits. But due to unfortunate circumstances, such as the lack of a rear exit, the presence of butchers, and a malfunctioning gun, their plan to rob the Cattle Market branch of Lloyds Bank was thwarted 6 minutes after they’d started. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
