MLB Incorporates Negro Leagues Players' Statistics

MLB officially incorporates statistics of more than 2,300 Negro Leagues players from 1920 to 1948 into its records, elevating their achievements and recognizing their contributions to baseball history.

Recognition of Negro League Statistics in Major League Baseball

Major League Baseball is set to officially recognize statistics from the Negro Leagues and incorporate them into its own data, elevating players like Josh Gibson to be considered one of MLB's all-time greats.

Public Perception of Migration and Crime in the UK

A survey found that the majority of the British public believes migration leads to more crime, with only 3% thinking it reduces crime. Concerns have been raised about the lack of government data on the criminality of migrants and asylum seekers. Calls have been made to record and publish nationality, immigration, and visa status of convicted criminals to understand the impact of migration on crime better.

President Joe Biden's Mix-up of Statistics Regarding Hispanic Students in the U.S.

President Joe Biden has been consistently mixing up statistics about the percentage of Hispanic students in the U.S. and the percentage of U.S. students who speak Spanish. He often inflates the percentage of students who speak Spanish, creating confusion in his statements.

Debate on Rising Crime in New York City

Claims of rising crime in New York City due to immigrants are disputed by NPR, which states that national statistics show no sign of a migrant-driven crime wave. However, local sources report an increase in crime, and there is a discrepancy in crime reporting methods affecting the FBI's data. NPR's article downplays the issue despite conflicting information.

Donald Trump attends wake of slain NYPD officer

Former President Donald Trump attends wake of slain NYPD officer, highlighting crime issues despite overall decrease in violent crimes nationally. Trump aims to capitalize on public anxiety over shocking crimes to gain votes.

Debunking Gaza Death Count

Abraham Wyner, a professor at The Wharton School, debunked the casualty figures provided by the Hamas-run ministry of health regarding the number of deaths in Gaza. He found discrepancies in the reported numbers, highlighting the need for accurate data in conflicts.

Impact of Gun Sales on Crime Rates

Crime fell in 2023 despite a surge in gun purchases, with decreases in murder, violent crime, and property crime. Analysts predict the largest one-year decline in murder rates ever recorded.

Commercial Air Travel Safety Amid Recent Mishaps on United Airlines

Despite recent high-profile flight mishaps on United Airlines, experts say commercial air travel is still very safe with improved safety measures and training for flight crews. Statistics show that the risk of boarding a fatal flight has been decreasing over the years, making aviation one of the safest modes of transportation.

Border Patrol Apprehension Statistics

Border Patrol agents apprehended over 902,000 migrants who illegally crossed into the US between ports of entry in the first five months of FY24, a slight decrease from FY23 but a 12% increase over FY22. Texas-based sectors saw a 28% decrease due to increased enforcement efforts, while Tucson and San Diego sectors experienced significant increases.