LONDON—The global chemical-weapons watchdog on Thursday confirmed Britain’s analysis of the type of the nerve agent used in the poisoning of former Russian double agent Sergei Skripal. The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons watchdog, which conducted its report at the request of the U.K. government, analyzed samples collected by U.K. authorities from Mr. Skripal, his daughter Yulia and a police officer who was exposed to the nerve agent. Mr. Skripal and Ms. Skripal were poisoned in early March in the English... … [Read more...] about Nerve Agent Was Used in Skripal Attack, Chemical Weapons Watchdog Confirms
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Despite setbacks, Wisconsin tries another way to expand ATV use in park
Despite previous setbacks, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is trying to open up another quiet northern woodland to motorized off-road vehicles.But this time the DNR plans to use a less-formal approach that allows an agency administrator to make the decision rather than running it through the department’s policy board.The DNR last month told an association of area property owners that an agency administrator would decide whether to approve a trail in the Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area.That’s a switch from a previously announced plan for the decision to be made with a public vote by the department’s policy board, which has been in the middle of controversy over new motorized trails for months.The Turtle Flambeau Flowage and Trude Lake Property Owners Association has opposed the all-terrain vehicle trail, saying it would mean noise, dust and damage to wildlife that is incompatible with the recreation area’s mission of preserving a wild and scenic … [Read more...] about Despite setbacks, Wisconsin tries another way to expand ATV use in park
Female inmate used as “human bait” in prison sex assault sting but perpetrator was not charged, lawsuit says
A woman who says she wore a hidden mike to help build a case against a Denver Women’s Correctional Facility canteen supervisor accused of sexually harassing and assaulting inmates has sued prison investigators because the man was not charged for groping her crotch during the sting. “They used her as human bait and allowed her to be sexually assaulted while she was wearing a wire,” Denver civil rights attorney David Lane said Wednesday. “He disappears from the Department of Corrections, but no criminal charges are filed. Why wasn’t he charged?” Late Tuesday, Lane’s law firm filed a civil claim in U.S. District Court in Denver on behalf of Susan Ullery, 32, against the former supervisor, Bruce Bradley; Rick Raemisch, the executive director of the Colorado Department of Corrections; Warden David Johnson; Capt. Ramona Avant; and two investigators. The lawsuit accuses supervisors, including Raemisch, of “reckless and callous … [Read more...] about Female inmate used as “human bait” in prison sex assault sting but perpetrator was not charged, lawsuit says
Smartphone Addiction: Tips for Breaking Free of Compulsive Smartphone Use
What is smartphone addiction? Smartphone addiction, sometimes colloquially known as “nomophobia” (fear of being without a mobile phone), is often fueled by an Internet overuse problem or Internet addiction disorder. After all, it’s rarely the phone or tablet itself that creates the compulsion, but rather the games, apps, and online worlds it connects us to. Smartphone addiction can encompass a variety of impulse-control problems, including: Virtual relationships. Addiction to social networking, dating apps, texting, and messaging can extend to the point where virtual, online friends become more important than real-life relationships. We’ve all seen the couples sitting together in a coffee shop or restaurant ignoring each other and engaging with their smartphones instead. While the Internet can be a great place to meet new people, reconnect with old friends, or even start romantic relationships, online relationships are not a healthy substitute for real life … [Read more...] about Smartphone Addiction: Tips for Breaking Free of Compulsive Smartphone Use
Despite setbacks, DNR tries another way to expand ATV use
MADISON — Despite previous setbacks, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is trying to open up another quiet northern woodland to motorized off-road vehicles.But this time the DNR plans to use a less-formal approach that allows an agency administrator to make the decision rather than running it through the department’s policy board.The DNR last month told an association of area property owners that an agency administrator would decide whether to approve a trail in the Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area.That’s a switch from a previously announced plan for the decision to be made with a public vote by the department’s policy board, which has been in the middle of controversy over new motorized trails for months.The Turtle Flambeau Flowage and Trude Lake Property Owners Association has opposed the all-terrain vehicle trail, saying it would mean noise, dust and damage to wildlife that is incompatible with the recreation area’s mission of preserving a … [Read more...] about Despite setbacks, DNR tries another way to expand ATV use