An amusing break from reality, this article covers the adventures of Brittany Tomlinson (better known as “Brittany Broski”), a ghost sceptic who tagged along to her mom’s ghost hunting escapades. Filled with electromagnetic field (EMF) sensors and “celestial emporiums”, this piece by Cat Cardenas lets you put on your ghosthunters hat and explore the surreal land of Ouija boards, where individuals go so far as to work on a PhD of metaphysical parapsychology. 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
