Cartoons in the court; video re-creations stir growing legal controversy

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Some prosecutors now use forensic computer animation methods to make video re-enactments of crimes, but the procedure remains controversial. Defense attorneys argue that such re-creations, which have thus far been used in fewer than ten cases, are not always factually accurate and are likely to prejudice jurors.

Usage, Innovations, Criminal procedure, Computer animation, Video tapes in courtroom proceedings, Video evidence

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Panic on the hoof: fears of 'mad cow disease' lead to a worldwide ban on British beef

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Fears of a link between BSE and the fatal human brain disorder known as Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease has cast doubt on the safety of UK beef, because some British cattle are known to be infected with BSE. The European Union has banned British beef imports, and British consumers are buying less beef.

United Kingdom, International trade, International aspects, Bovine spongiform encephalopathy, Beef, Beef industry

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Arthritis attack: new research points to effective treatments

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Researchers have developed a new generation of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs that potential in the treatment of arthritis. Other promising treatments include genetic therapy, ultraviolet light and smart drugs such as methoxypsoralen, trade name Uvar.

Care and treatment, Research, Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, Alternative medicine, Arthritis

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