Polygraphs are not allowed as evidence in most U.S. courts, but they're routinely used in police investigations, and the Defense Department relies heavily on them for security screening. Bill Dedman allowcourtdefense Change image and share on social
What are the odds that a nuclear emergency like the one at Fukushima Dai-ichi could happen in the central or eastern United States? They'd have to be astronomical, right? Bill Dedman astronomicalcentraldai Change image and share on social
Like most other states, Illinois has little regulation of the economic interests of legislators and relies on public disclosure to keep the lawmaking honest. Bill Dedman disclosureeconomichonest Change image and share on social
MSNBC policy requires journalists to report any potential conflict of interest and to seek approval from the president of NBC News before making any political contribution. Bill Dedman approvalconflictcontribution Change image and share on social
Jason McDermott's political career, however bogus, appears to have had an early and promising start. Bill Dedman appearboguscareer Change image and share on social
History is the best guide to the future. Bill Dedman futureguidehistory Change image and share on social
Even with good maps, there's no guarantee that the public will get the word about landslide hazards, or that state and local governments will take action to discourage or prevent building in dangerous areas. Bill Dedman actionareabuild share on social
The scientific effort to inform the public about landslide risks often runs head-on into powerful economic interests. Bill Dedman economicefforthead Change image and share on social
It's hard to say whether the general incidence of school violence of all types is increasing or not. Bill Dedman generalhardincidence Change image and share on social
Ted Williams, an extraordinary hitter in his day, has said the swing starts in the hips, and Sosa arrived with one of the strongest lower bodies in the game. Bill Dedman arrivebodyday Change image and share on social
