Do Suicidal Students Have a Right to Stay in School?
A Princeton student’s lawsuit may set precedent for university policies on suicide – the second leading cause of death among students.
Author: Erin Danly
Extreme Plastic Surgery: Who Decides What’s Ethical?
Plastic surgery is more popular than ever, with 1.8 million procedures done last year alone. Who decides what’s ethical with extreme surgery?
Where Do E-Cigarettes Stand Against Normal Smoking Laws?
The FDA has proposed new restrictions on e-cigs, which would give them authority to approve new tobacco products and regulate existing ones.
Smokers Need Not Apply: Smart Business or Discrimination?
More companies are firing or refusing to hire smokers. Aside from asking if it’s smart or ethical, is it legal?
What You Need to Know About Text-to-911
Text-to-911 now available in some markets. What you need to know about texting 911 when calling is difficult or impossible.
Controversial Powdered Alcohol “Palcohol” on Sale by Fall?
On its way to approval, “Palcohol” – powdered alcohol – faces public criticism as well as delays by federal approval agencies.
The Death of Net Neutrality: FCC Advances Proposal
FCC’s net neutrality proposal would ban ISPs from slowing access to websites, but allow charging companies for faster content delivery.
5 Ways Moms Changed Over 100 Years
In the 100 years since Mother’s Day was proclaimed a national holiday, mothers in the U.S. have changed. Here are some stats on mothers in honor of the 101st Mother’s Day.
Do Pets Deserve Greater Legal Status and Protection?
Dogs, cats, and other animals are no longer considered “moveable goods” but are “living beings capable of feelings” after a bill passed last month in France.
Supreme Court to Decide Limits of Warrantless Cell Phone Searches
Should law enforcement officers be allowed to search cell phones upon arrest of a suspect without a warrant?