top of page
All Articles
Justice Watchdog


Is your iPhone Really Photographing You Every 5 Seconds?
Social media users recently began posting videos showing the front of an iPhone emitting rapid, invisible infrared flashes. The claim: the device is taking covert pictures of you every five seconds. One article by Surfshark states the viral videos ask “Why does my iPhone secretly take a picture of me every few seconds?” and explains the phenomenon. Another report from The Mac Observer explains how on the iPhone 17 the front-camera tracking may feel like continuous recording b
Nov 214 min read


Texas Men Planned to Kill Residents and Enslave Women and Children on Haitian Island
The shocking alleged plan: what federal documents reveal Two residents of North Texas — Gavin Rivers Weisenburg , 21, of Allen, Texas, and Tanner Christopher Thomas , 20, of Argyle, Texas — have been indicted by a federal grand jury for what prosecutors describe as an “elaborate scheme” to carry out a coup-style invasion of the Haitian island of Île de Gonâve. According to the indictment cited by the news outlet FOX 4 Dallas‑Fort Worth , the men allegedly planned to purchase
Nov 214 min read


Emerging Health Alerts: First U.S. H5N5 Bird Flu Case and Fatal Tick-Bite Meat Allergy
Two major health developments reported by CNN this week highlight how fast-changing environmental and zoonotic threats are impacting Americans. A Washington resident has become the first confirmed U.S. case of the H5N5 bird flu strain , while a New Jersey man has died from alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) —a rare, tick-triggered allergy to red meat. Both cases illustrate rising public-health risks tied to wildlife, changing ecosystems, and gaps in public awareness. The First U.S. Ca
Nov 193 min read


LANDFALL Android Spyware Exposes Commercial-Grade Surveillance, Raises Legal Risks for Mobile Ecosystems
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated Android spyware framework, dubbed LANDFALL , that targeted high-end Samsung Galaxy devices and exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Samsung’s image-processing library. Disclosed by Unit 42 of Palo Alto Networks, the campaign demonstrates the growing threat posed by commercial-grade offensive tools and highlights significant legal, regulatory and policy implications for mobile device manufacturers, enterprise users and
Nov 173 min read


FBI Investigates Death of 18-Year-Old Passenger Aboard Carnival Cruise as Legal Questions Grow
The unexplained death of an 18-year-old high-school cheerleader aboard a major U.S.-based cruise ship has triggered a full federal investigation and renewed national discussion about maritime safety , passenger rights , and the legal responsibilities of cruise lines operating in international waters . The teen was found dead during a six-day voyage on the Carnival Horizon, prompting the ship’s crew to notify federal authorities as required under maritime law. By the time the
Nov 175 min read


The U.S. Mint Presses Its Final Pennies After More Than Two Centuries of Production
The United States Mint pressed its final batch of pennies on Wednesday, marking the end of a coin that has been part of American identity since 1793 but has long outlived its practical worth. While the penny once held real purchasing power—a biscuit, a candle, or even candy—its value eroded over generations until it became a coin many Americans tossed into jars, drawers, or donation trays. Today, each penny costs nearly 4 cents to produce, prompting the federal government
Nov 143 min read


The Tragic Death of Marshawn Kneeland: What His Case Reveals About Mental-Health Accountability in Professional Sports
Marshawn Kneeland/Instagram
Nov 64 min read


100,000 Amazon Trees Chopped Down to Build Road for COP30 Climate Conference
As the world’s eyes turn toward the upcoming COP30 climate summit in Brazil, we must spare a thought for the irony unfolding in the heart of the rainforest. The road-builders have already moved in: a new four-lane highway has been carved through the dense Amazon forest to provide access to luxury hotels and event sites for delegates. In building this road — the eight-mile stretch known locally as the Avenida Liberdade — an estimated 100,000 mature trees have been felled. The
Nov 63 min read


Nov 53 min read


Louisville UPS Plane Crash Leaves 12 Dead, 15 Injured; Child Among Victims
A tragic aviation disaster struck Louisville on Tuesday evening when a UPS cargo plane exploded during takeoff at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport , leaving at least 12 people dead , 15 injured , and 16 others unaccounted for . Authorities confirmed that a child is believed to be among the victims. Fiery Explosion During Takeoff The crash occurred around 5:15 p.m. , igniting a massive blaze that sent thick black smoke billowing across a half-mile radius around
Nov 52 min read
bottom of page