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06/11/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Study: Air pollution may be causing more people to commit petty crimes

Air pollution is known for negatively impacting the lives of many. It causes several health problems such as increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, lung cancer, and respiratory issues. More than that, it’s really bad for the environment. But recently, another adverse effect of air pollution was added to the list. In a study published […]

02/25/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Violent crime is down where marijuana use is up, according to new study

New research revealed that increasing the use of medical marijuana brings down the number of violent crime in states bordering Mexico, reported The Guardian. A study published in The Economic Journal investigated the effects exerted by medical marijuana laws on crime in the U.S. states that border Mexico. The researchers discovered that violent crimes dropped by […]

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