November 2014 Archive
Twelve Steps to Danger: How Alcoholics Anonymous Can Be a Playground for Violence-Prone Members
Karla Brada Mendez thought that she was getting a second chance on life when she started going to AA meetings. But instead she met Eric Allen Earle, an AA old-timer with a violent past.
A Planes, Trains, And Automobiles Edition of MuckReads Weekly
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Patient Safety Journal Adjusts After an Eye-Opening Scandal
Kickback allegations against its former editor prompted the Journal of Patient Safety to review his writings and adopt new standards for disclosing commercial conflicts of interest.
Gov’t Data Sharpens Focus on Crude-Oil Train Routes
A ProPublica analysis of federal government data adds new details to what's known about the routes taken by trains carrying crude oil. Local governments are often unaware of the potential dangers they face.
Crude Connections: Where Do Trains Carry Crude Oil?
The amount of crude oil being carried on America’s railroads has grown enormously in recent years. Though the routes taken by crude-bearing trains is hidden from the public, safety-incident data reveals some of the routes.
Confession Ruled Admissible in Etan Patz Case
Pedro Hernandez's attorneys had argued that his interrogation was handled improperly and that he did not have the mental capacity to waive his rights against self-incrimination.
‘That Wasn’t A Piece Of Meat … That Was My Son’ And More In MuckReads Weekly
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New York Fed Chief Stands Firm Against Charges of Weak Oversight
Bank President William Dudley said supervision is stronger than ever, but Democratic senators were unconvinced: "You need to fix it, Mr. Dudley, or we need to get someone who will."
WhatsApp Followers From Around the World Discuss ‘Firestone and the Warlord’
We’re using the chat platform WhatsApp to give readers a direct line to the reporter behind “Firestone and the Warlord.” Here’s what they are saying.
The Two Things That Rarely Happen After a Medical Mistake
Patients seldom are told or get an apology when they are harmed during medical care, according to a new study based on results from ProPublica’s Patient Harm Questionnaire.
Federal Reserve Announces Sweeping Review of Its Big Bank Oversight
Ahead of Senate hearing on regulatory capture, the Federal Reserve Board wants to look at whether the views of examiners are being heard by higher-ups.
Charter School Chain Finally Discloses Salaries — With One Missing
It's the latest round in a fight between North Carolina regulators and a charter-school power broker who has tried to keep the financial details of his companies secret.
Mixed Company: Sights and Sounds of Liberians and the Impact of War
Videos on the legacy left by Firestone on everyday Liberians.
How to Ask Programming Questions
A guide to getting your programming questions answered on the Internet.
