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science17 days ago•6 min saved

Fringe Paleontology's Iceberg: Chickenosaurus and Lost-Civilization Theories

Boing Boing previews an 'iceberg' of fringe paleontology, arguing that many sensational claims mix plausible ideas with hoaxes and pseudoscience. The piece spotlights Chickenosaurus as an example of speculative science spun into spectacle and notes a recurring bias toward imagining lost civilizations; it introduces Tier 1 and promises more, emphasizing that fringe theories often rest on appealing narratives rather than solid fossil evidence.

via Boing Boing|

#chickenosaurus #dinosaurs #fringe-paleontology

world11 months ago•1 min saved

HBCUs Face Threats Leading to Closures and Lockdowns

Several historically Black colleges and universities in the U.S. canceled classes and events after receiving false threats, leading to lockdowns and heightened anxiety, though the FBI confirmed the threats were hoaxes.

via The New York Times|

#black-colleges #hoaxes #lockdowns

world1 year ago•2 min saved

Universities Confront Surge in Shooting Hoaxes and Swatting Incidents

The FBI is investigating a surge in swatting hoaxes at US universities, causing chaos and risking safety, as authorities urge vigilance and report suspicious activity to prevent further incidents.

via BBC|

#fbi #hoaxes #law-enforcement

world1 year ago•3 min saved

Universities Confront Rise in Hoax Active Shooter Threats

Several universities across the U.S. experienced hoax reports of active shooters at the start of the fall semester, which were later confirmed to be false or swatting calls, prompting police responses and campus alerts.

via NBC News|

#campus-safety #false-reports #hoaxes

security3 years ago•1 min saved

Multiple Schools in Warren and Washington Counties Receive Bomb Threats

One school in St. Lawrence County closed and at least two others delayed after receiving emailed bomb threats, which were deemed hoaxes. Law enforcement is working to check all schools in the county, and some schools extended their delays to give more time for clearance. All schools in the county were delayed, but only Massena closed for the day. The threat was deemed noncredible, and it's safe for students and staff to come to school.

via WWNY|

#bomb-threats #hoaxes #law-enforcement