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70-Year Fossil Mix-Up Reveals Ancient Whales in Mammoth Labels
science3 hours ago

70-Year Fossil Mix-Up Reveals Ancient Whales in Mammoth Labels

Alaskan fossils long labeled as mammoth bones were found to be two whale species (minke whale and North Pacific right whale) after radiocarbon dating showed ages of 2,000–3,000 years — far younger than mammoths. Isotopic and DNA testing confirmed cetacean origin and marine diets, and the remains, stored for seven decades in a museum, were likely mislabeled or misattributed since the 1950s. The discovery prompts questions about how coastal whale remains ended up inland and adds to a growing pattern of fossil misidentification.

via New York Post|
#dna-analysis#fossils#misidentification
AI mix-up lands Tennessee grandmother in North Dakota fraud case
technology1 month ago

AI mix-up lands Tennessee grandmother in North Dakota fraud case

A Tennessee grandmother with no North Dakota travel history was arrested after Fargo police relied on a neighboring agency’s facial-recognition system and Clearview AI to link her to Fargo bank frauds; she spent more than five months jailed in Tennessee before charges were dismissed when exculpatory evidence showed she was in Tennessee, and authorities acknowledged errors and pledged procedural changes to prevent similar misidentifications in the future.

via cnn.com|
#ai-policing#clearview-ai#facial-recognition
Target Not Found as Vermont ICE Operation Triggers Daylong South Burlington Protests
local2 months ago

Target Not Found as Vermont ICE Operation Triggers Daylong South Burlington Protests

Federal ICE agents attempted to arrest Deyvi Daniel Corona-Sanchez in South Burlington, but the man was not in the home and was not arrested; three others were detained on unrelated charges after a daylong standoff that drew protesters, and a 3-year-old child was removed earlier. Authorities say faulty surveillance led to misidentification and detentions of bystanders; Corona-Sanchez remains at large. Vermont police criticized how the operation was handled.

via Seven Days Vermont|
#ice#immigration#local
Immigrant Framed for Trump Threats Granted Bond by Judge
immigration11 months ago

Immigrant Framed for Trump Threats Granted Bond by Judge

A Mexican immigrant, Ramon Morales-Reyes, who was falsely accused of threatening President Trump and detained by ICE, has been granted bond by a Chicago court, as authorities acknowledge he is not a danger to the community and the allegations against him were based on a criminal scheme by a fellow inmate. The case highlights issues of misidentification and the complexities of immigration enforcement.

via CNBC|
#bond#deportation#immigrant
Mystery Drones Over New Jersey: Misidentifications and Controversy
national-security1 year ago

Mystery Drones Over New Jersey: Misidentifications and Controversy

The FBI and Department of Homeland Security have found that many reported drone sightings in New Jersey are actually manned aircraft misidentified as drones. Investigations have revealed no evidence of illegal activity, national security threats, or foreign involvement related to these sightings. The reports, which have been under investigation since mid-November, include sightings near President-elect Donald Trump's golf course and a military research facility.

via CNBC|
#drones#fbi#misidentification
"Congressman Faces Lawsuit for Misidentifying Kansas Man as Mass Shooter"
legalcrime2 years ago

"Congressman Faces Lawsuit for Misidentifying Kansas Man as Mass Shooter"

A Kansas man is suing US congressman Tim Burchett for falsely identifying him as a shooter at the Kansas City Chiefs’ celebration parade. Denton Loudermill Jr, who was wrongly labeled as an "illegal alien" and "shooter" in social media posts, experienced death threats and emotional distress as a result. Loudermill, who was not involved in the shooting and was in the country legally, is seeking $75,000 in damages. Burchett's office declined to comment on the pending litigation.

via The Guardian US|
#kansas-city#lawsuit#legalcrime
"Efforts to Clear Names and Seek Justice After Kansas City Parade Shooting"
crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Efforts to Clear Names and Seek Justice After Kansas City Parade Shooting"

Denton Loudermill, a Kansas City Chiefs fan, was wrongly identified as a gunman in the deadly shooting at the team's Super Bowl victory parade. He was detained for being intoxicated and not moving away from the crime scene but was released without being arrested or cited. His lawyer emphasized that he had nothing to do with the shooting and has received death threats due to misinformation. Two minors have been charged in connection with the shooting, which left one person dead and 22 others injured.

via New York Post |
#clearing-name#crime-and-justice#detainment
Target Removes Misidentified Black History Products
education-civil-rights2 years ago

Target Removes Misidentified Black History Products

Target will no longer sell a civil rights activity kit that misidentified prominent Black leaders after a high school U.S. history teacher's viral TikTok video. The kit by Bendon Publishing mixed up the names of Carter G. Woodson, W.E.B. Du Bois, and Booker T. Washington. The misidentification comes amid a culture war over discussing race and racism. The kit included magnets of notable civil rights leaders and was available ahead of Black History Month. The misidentification prompted outrage online, leading to Target pulling the product from its shelves.

via The Washington Post|
#black-history-month#civil-rights-leaders#education
Target Removes Misidentified Black History Month Product After Public Outcry
business2 years ago

Target Removes Misidentified Black History Month Product After Public Outcry

Target has removed a Black History Month product, the 'Civil Rights Magnetic Learning Activity', from its shelves after it incorrectly identified W.E.B. Du Bois, Booker T. Washington, and Carter G. Woodson. The errors were brought to light by a U.S. history teacher on TikTok, prompting Target to take action and ensure the publisher is aware of the mistakes.

via USA TODAY|
#black-history-month#business#education
Rite Aid Banned from Facial Recognition Tech Use for 5 Years Due to Misuse
technology2 years ago

Rite Aid Banned from Facial Recognition Tech Use for 5 Years Due to Misuse

Rite Aid has been banned from using facial recognition technology for five years after its surveillance system incorrectly identified potential shoplifters, particularly targeting Black, Latino, Asian, and female shoppers. The settlement with the Federal Trade Commission addresses allegations that Rite Aid did not do enough to prevent harm to its customers and implement proper procedures. The technology led to thousands of incorrect matches, including an incident where employees stopped and searched an 11-year-old girl. Rite Aid used the technology in hundreds of stores without informing customers. Critics argue that facial recognition technology leads to a higher rate of misidentification for people of color. Rite Aid disagrees with the allegations but is glad to have reached an agreement to resolve the issue.

via The Associated Press|
#facial-recognition#federal-trade-commission#misidentification